In honor of this year’s Memorial Day issue, we would like to share the story of a local hero passed to us by Mark Cherney of the Denmark Historical Society. Corporal Alvin A. Winnekens served his country with bravery and endured unthinkable suffering at the hands of enemy captors. Through news clippings and available records, we will attempt to recount his heroic tale.

The Mishicot Solar Olympics Team proudly sent Ben Brice, Ben Backus, Gavyn Hagenow, Sam Dempsky, Adriel Maequez, Eva Boness, Tessa Kamien, and Elli Johanek to the UW-Oshkosh campus on May 6, 2026, to compete in ten events, all of which are related to either solar or renewable energy. The Solar Olympics Team is made up entirely of seniors, five of whom are returning members.

On May 14 the community was invited to the ribbon cutting and groundbreaking of new facilities in the district. The event started with opening remarks from Cory Erlandson, the district superintendent, and the president of the board of education, David Skorr. Both expressed their appreciation for the referendum voters. “Without you voters none of this would be possible…..

The Mishicot Middle and High School Choir Department held its annual spring choral concert on May 12 featuring students in grades 6–12. The evening showcased the hard work, dedication, and musical growth of students throughout the year while bringing families and community members together to celebrate the arts.

On Monday, May 11, 2026, the Mishicot School Board held their monthly meeting in the Mishicot Library. There were 13 board and school members present with one attending virtually. In addition, 9 community members attended this meeting, all students at Mishicot High School.

In 1971, the Denmark Fire Department had a need for a new truck to help fight brush fires. The previous year had a very dry spring, and it was noted the department’s current vehicles could get “bogged down in some areas while fighting grass fires, leading to expensive equipment damage and making it difficult to answer other calls promptly”.

Last week, the community of Watertown, Wisconsin, made headlines across the country when their school board voted to ban the Watertown High School Wind Symphony from performing a song they deemed to be too controversial. As someone who was an active band member throughout my time in middle and high school and who now attends monthly school board meetings, I would like to share my thoughts on the story.

By Ryan Wilson
The Denmark News

OCONTO FALLS – A season ago, Denmark’s Ella Denor admitted she was a little tired after a final day at the WIAA State Track and Field Championships saw her compete in a number of events.

GIRLS' SOCCER

By Ryan Wilson
The Denmark News

DENMARK – Lucy Olson and her Denmark girls’ soccer teammates have been on a bit of a run lately.