On Saturday, the former Early Childhood Center and soon-to-be Denmark Community Center was alive with excitement and activity not seen in its halls for some time. That afternoon, Denmark Connects hosted their first-ever Denmark Teaching Denmark event in the OneDenmark headquarters featuring a wide variety of activities for youngsters to learn from an array of area experts.

In September, the Village of Denmark welcomed a new member of its business community with the opening of the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites on Bohemia Drive. Since then, the hotel has been hard at work getting their operation up and running and finding ways to partner with a variety of area businesses.

Last week, downtown Denmark was filled with dust, the sounds of destruction and the sight of rubble as a longtime landmark was torn down piece by piece. Throughout the week, crews began demolishing the former Denmark State Bank building to make way for the new Bank First branch to be constructed on the same site. The Denmark News has been monitoring the project each day to share its progress with our readers.

Last week, students in the Denmark High School Multimedia Class took a special trip to Green Bay with several exciting and educational stops. First, the class visited WLUK’s FOX 11 studio where they got a first-hand look at the professional level of broadcasting and also filmed a “Good Day Wisconsin” promo which aired three times during Friday’s broadcast.

On Sunday, Czech peoples from across the area and beyond converged on downtown Kellnersville for an annual celebration of their shared heritage and culture. That afternoon, the Wisconsin Czechs, Inc. hosted their annual "Masopust" Dinner & Dance at Kellnersville Bar & Banquet featuring traditional food, music and cultural appreciation. The Denmark News stopped by the dance to learn more.

In 1997, the Village of Denmark began the process of replacing the water tower that had served the village for decades.

Last Tuesday, the hall behind Suster's was host to an annual celebration of cooperation and camaraderie between two area organizations. That night, the Denmark and Maribel Lions Clubs hosted their annual joint meeting at the tavern featuring a guest speaker, prizes, food and fun aimed at bringing the two clubs closer together.

On Saturday, Gatherings 43 behind DeGrand's Family Restaurant in Denmark was teeming with activity and excitement for a beloved local fundraising event. That night, St. James Catholic Church in Cooperstown held their annual Dinner & Dance fundraiser at the venue featuring food, music, fun and hundreds upon hundreds of prizes for attendees to win.

On Friday, hundreds flocked to Neshota Park in New Denmark for a one-of-a-kind winter event highlighting all the park has to offer visitors year-round. That night, the Friends of Neshota Park hosted their annual Candlelight Hike featuring wintry fun and adventure for all who joined in. The Denmark News was in attendance to learn more about this annual tradition.

This weekend, Rooster's Coop on the corner of County Highway NN and Cooperstown Road was overflowing with people and fun for an annual unconventional sporting competition supporting an amazing cause. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday the acclaimed local tavern hosted the 41st Annual CP Blindman's Volleyball Tournament featuring plenty of fun and prizes for all with all proceeds going to the CP Center of Green Bay.

Last week, an area organization received a major financial boost that will help secure their mission for years to come. From noon last Wednesday until noon last Thursday, the Denmark Community Cupboard took part in this year's Give BIG Green Bay initiative, raising over $30,000 from supporters with matching funds still to come.

Last Tuesday, the Cooperstown Town Board held their monthly meeting in their community center in Rosecrans. Following the call to order, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call showing all three members present, the board unanimously approved the night's agenda and their previous meeting's minutes before proceeding to the month's reports.

Last Monday night, the Village of Maribel convened their monthly board meeting in their Community Center at 7 p.m. Following the call to order, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call showing all members present, the board unanimously approved the night's agenda, their meeting minutes from January and the month's Treasurer Report.

Last Monday, the Denmark School Board held their monthly board meeting in the high school Media Center. Following the call to order, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call showing all members in attendance, the board unanimously approved the night's consent agenda before hearing the monthly reports.

Last Monday, the Village of Denmark held their monthly board meeting at Village Hall. Following the call to order, Pledge of Allegiance and roll call, the board unanimously approved the night's agenda before moving on to comments from pre-registered members of the public.

Last Wednesday, the Brown County Sheriff's Department hosted their annual Awards Ceremony at Rock Garden Supper Club in Green Bay. That night, over 40 area police officers were honored and recognized for their efforts and special achievements throughout 2024.

This month, the winter weather that had been noticeably absent for the most part this season struck the Denmark area with significant force. Over the past two weeks, the greater northeast Wisconsin region has received multiple winter weather occurrences leading to snow accumulation and numerous travel and scheduling issues. Even with March just around the corner, spring seems to only be a distant dream.