This week, longtime Denmark community member Norman Sengbusch observed two incredible milestones, both of which were commemorated by the American Legion at their monthly meeting. On Wednesday, August 16, the Denmark American Legion Johnson-Hershman Post #363 recognized Sengbusch for both his upcoming 97th birthday but his even more impressive 75 years as a member of the post.

Last Wednesday, the Denmark School District held a special celebration on the paved playground outside their elementary school.

Softball fever has officially enveloped the Denmark area as the International Softball Congress hosts its World Tournament on three fields across two venues. Players and fans from across the world have assembled in our community and are presently in the midst of an action-packed battle of top-notch fastpitch talent.

Editor’s note: This is Part III of a three-part series on Maribel resident Bill Jartz. Being a television anchorman at WBAY is just one small aspect of Jartz’s life. He’s also a farmer, auctioneer and emcee for charity events as well as the voice of Lambeau Field as the team’s gameday announcer. Parts I and II ran in the previous two issues of The Denmark News.

On Monday, August 7th, the Village of Denmark held their monthly board meeting at their new Village Hall in the former BMO Harris Bank. This month's meeting covered a variety of topics including possible sidewalk placement, potential purchases and changes to their current zoning fees among many others.

Last Tuesday night, the Town of Cooperstown held their monthly meeting at their Town Hall in Rosecrans. Among the wide array of topics discussed and acted on, was the continuation of the debate on how to proceed with a potential hauling ordinance. 

Last Sunday, Prince of Peace Catholic Community hosted their annual Picnic and Car Show in the large fields surrounding their church. The event saw thousands attending to enjoy the festivities and the beautiful summer day the event was blessed with.

Last Saturday, the Maribel Community Center witnessed a celebration a century in the making. That afternoon, friends and family gathered to celebrate Marcella Dellemann's 100th birthday. The Community Center was packed and a lively scene as all in attendance paid tribute to ten decades of a truly remarkable life. 

Last weekend, Cassie's Coop hosted the third annual Coopapalooza in a large tent outside the acclaimed tavern. Over the course of three fun-filled days, Cassie and her dedicated team staged a stellar slate of performances while also providing the necessary refreshments for the yearly bash.

Last Sunday, the air in the northwestern corner of the Village of Denmark was rife with the smell of powder and the repetitive sound of gunfire. That day, Denmark Rod and Gun Club hosted the 44th Annual Les Johnson Memorial & Poultry Shoot at their facilities across from Denmark High School's R.O. Miller Athletic Complex.

Editor’s note: This is Part II of a three-part series on Maribel resident Bill Jartz. Being a television anchorman at WBAY is just one small aspect of Jartz’s life. He’s also a farmer, auctioneer and emcee for charity events as well as the voice of Lambeau Field as the team’s gameday announcer. Part III will appear in next week’s Denmark News.

Recently, there has been some debate among residents of the Village of Denmark about the possibility of raising chickens in their yard. In May, we told readers about Andy DiMezza and his "urban farm" in the Village of Denmark.

On Saturday, August 5, hundreds gathered in the small community of Sugarbush for a unique yearly event. That afternoon, the Sugarbush Pullers and Champion Garden Tractors, along with Davister’s Bar, came together to host the third annual Sugarbush Pull on the track behind Davister's Bar. The event saw dozens upon dozens of competitors take part in a miniaturized version of the popular summer weekend activity.

Last Saturday, July 29th, the Larry Van Rite farm was teeming with excitement and activity as hundreds from across the area and beyond made their way out for a day filled with old-fashioned farming and fun.

With August now unbelievably upon us and summer vacation almost over, the Denmark School District is ramping up the already extensive effort to get their referendum's improvements underway. With construction slated to start next week, we thought we would provide readers with a brief update on the planning process thus far.