March 2026

DEFOREST — They stunned many in the basketball world by winning 22 games.

They shocked several in their own league by capturing a share of the Big Eight Conference title.

And they surprised others by winning a WIAA Division 1 regional title.

So moments after Middleton’s boys basketball team saw its season end with a 77-58 loss to Madison Memorial in a March 12 sectional semifinal at DeForest High School, Cardinals coach Kevn Bavery wasn’t focused on the micro.

This was a time to view things from 60,000 feet.

“We went in the locker room after the game, and honestly, we literally said nothing about the game,” Bavery said. “I just said, listen, I can’t even shed any tears right now, because I’m just so proud and I’m so honored. This is the most fun that I’ve ever had. It really is.

The Middleton Common Council said farewell to the Lumani family on March 3 by adopting a proclamation honoring 35 years of Sofra Family Bistro. The family announced last month that it would close the restaurant named Sofra which means “family table” later this year.

While campaigning for Wisconsin State Treasurer, Dylan Helmenstine continues to serve in two local government roles that he says shape his approach to the statewide position.

MAZOMANIE — Reconstruction of Crescent Street moved forward as village officials reviewed contractor bids and awarded the project to Meise Construction of Sauk City during the March 10 Village Board meeting.