Prairie du Sac utility leader a long-term steward of public power
Much like the Wisconsin River that runs alongside it, Prairie du Sac is a strong and enduring community. The village of just under 4,500 is home to Prairie du Sac Utilities, a public power utility that has served the municipality for over a century. The village’s municipal electric utility began service in 1914. Over time, the area grew and the utility adapted along with it as the need to meet electricity demand increased. Director of Public Works Troy Murphy has been part of this growth throughout his
Prevail Bank Supports Baraboo High School Interact Club with $1,000 Donation
(Baraboo) Baraboo High School’s Interact Club received $1,000 from Prevail Bank in support of its Food For Kidz program. The program packs meals for children and families in need; 95,000 meals were packaged this year. The contribution was one of 25 awarded through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions Committee. This spring, the Committee donated a total of $109,945 to nonprofits that serve low-to-moderate income households, support local economic growth, provide financial education, or enhance the
Prevail Bank Supports Habitat for Humanity of Wisconsin River Area with $5,000 Donation
(Baraboo) Habitat for Humanity of the Wisconsin River Area received $5,000 from Prevail Bank in support of its Home Repair Heros program. The program fixes houses for veterans, low-income, and disabled homeowners who are struggling to maintain their homes. Services include the installation of handicapped-accessible ramps, window and door replacements, replacement of steps and handrails for safety and energy efficiency projects. The contribution was one of 25 awarded through Prevail Bank’s Charitable
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Merrimac Community School Recognized for High Achievement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMerrimac Community School Recognized for High Achievement Students to celebrate being named a Wisconsin School of Recognition on Friday, April 24th at 2:40pm Prairie du Sac – The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction named Merrimac Community School a Wisconsin School of Recognition, an honor highlighting its dedication to student growth and achievement. Merrimac is a 4K through 5th grade elementary school in the Sauk Prairie School District. Merrimac Community School received
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More than 740 (and counting!) Sauk County Kids Enroll in Imagination Library’s Free Books as New Lit
More than 740 (and counting!) Sauk County Kids Enroll in Imagination Library’s Free Books as New Literacy Program Expands Its Reach FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MORE INFORMATION: Rowan Childs, Rowan@madisonreadingproject.com, (608) 347-7970 Madison, WI - In less than three weeks since Madison Reading Project expanded its literacy service area to include Sauk County, parents have eagerly enrolled their young children in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive a free book mailed
Why Sauk Prairie Small Businesses Need More Than a Social Media Profile
Small businesses can build real brand awareness and loyal customers without a massive advertising budget — but creativity alone won't carry you. In Sauk Prairie, where businesses serve a close-knit riverway community, the difference between getting noticed and being overlooked usually comes down to one thing: showing up consistently with a clear strategy behind the effort.The Tool Most Businesses Skip: A Written Plan If you run your marketing by instinct — posting when something feels timely, trying a
The Core Setup Investments That Help Young Businesses Thrive
Launching a business in the Sauk Prairie area is an exciting leap—but also one that rewards owners who invest intentionally in a few foundational areas. The most successful new businesses tend to share one theme: they allocate early resources toward stability, visibility, and operational clarity rather than reacting later when problems grow more expensive. This article covers: Foundational financial and operational systems Early customer visibility strategy Smart technology choices Document readiness
Rethinking Work: How Businesses Can Truly Embrace Remote and Flexible Schedules
Not too long ago, the idea of working from anywhere was a novelty—something for freelancers, consultants, or the lucky few with progressive bosses. Now, it’s clear that remote work and flexible schedules aren’t just passing trends. They’re fundamental shifts in how we approach productivity, work-life balance, and even the way we define success. But while many companies have accepted the idea in theory, the real challenge is making it work—sustainably, equitably, and in a way that doesn’t leave employees
