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April 2025

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Garlock earns honor

Submitted by MTT News on Thu, 04/03/2025 - 10:02

Middleton senior center Will Garlock was named honorable mention all-state in Division 1 by the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association.

The first-team consisted of Sun Prairie East senior Chris Davis Jr., West Allis Central junior Yusef Gray, Beloit Memorial junior Amare Hereford, Marshfield senior Brooks Hinson, Eau Claire Memorial senior Cooper Jesperson, Oregon junior Vaughn Karvala, DePere senior Zach Kinziger, Oshkosh North senior Xzavion Mitchell, Verona senior Drew Murphy, Kettle Moraine senior Roman Thompson, Kaukauna senior Keegan Van Kauwenberg, and Wisconsin Lutheran junior Zavier Zens.

The 7-foot Garlock, a University of Wisconsin recruit, missed the first seven games of the season while recovering from offseason ankle surgery. Middleton  went 2-5 without Garlock and 13-6 after  his return.

Garlock led Middleton in rebounds (6.8) and assists (2.9) and was third on the team in scoring (12.7).

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Grob was Middleton's first major leaguer

Submitted by MTT News on Thu, 04/03/2025 - 09:59

Before Alan Roden, there was Connie Grob.

Roden, a Middleton High School graduate, made his major league debut last week with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Many believed Roden was the first-ever player from Middleton to reach the major leagues.

Instead, that honor goes to Connie Grob, who was born in Cross Plains in 1932 and was a 1950 graduate of Middleton High School.

The 6-foot, 180-pound Grob was a right handed pitcher who spent the 1956 season with the Washington Senators. He hit from the left side of the plate.

Grob originally signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers before the 1952 season and went 24-5 that year pitching in the Class D Wisconsin State League.

After two years of military service, the Dodgers moved Grob up to the Double-A Southern Assoiciation and he posted a winning record with the 1955 Mobile Bears.

Washington then selected Grob in the Rule 5 draft in Nov., 1955.

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Hockey stars Ehrhardt, Covey named all-state

Submitted by MTT News on Thu, 04/03/2025 - 09:56

Middleton hockey standouts Wyatt Ehrhardt and Eli Covey were named to the

Wisconsin Hockey Coaches Association all-state teams.

Ehrhardt, a senior forward, was named first-team all-state. Covey, a senior defender, was named second-team all-state.

Ehrhardt was one of the top scorers in the state, leading the Cardinals in goals (41), assists (32) and points (73). Ehrhardt finished eighth in the state in goals, 15th in assists and ninth in total points.

In addition, Ehrhardt was named the eighth recipient of the Jeff Sauer Humanitarian Award

“Wyatt was a dynamic playmaker and scorer who made everyone better when he was on the ice,” Middleton coach Jochen Hylbert said.

Covey was a terrific defenseman with plenty of offense in his game. Covey finished second on the team in goals (11), assists (24) and total points (35).

“Eli was a relentless defensemen who played tough in all three zones,” Hylbert said.

Wed
02
Apr
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Relief Mental Health Expands to Middleton, Offering Innovative Treatments for Depression and Anxiety

Submitted by schollmeyer on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 10:43

Relief Mental Health, a leading provider of innovative mental health treatments, is expanding its services to Middleton, WI. Known for its advanced, evidence-based treatments, Relief Mental Health offers both traditional therapies and specialized treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato (esketamine). This expansion brings new hope to individuals struggling with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions.

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Middleton Releases 2024 Annual Report, Showcasing Progress and Community Growth

Submitted by schollmeyer on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 10:26

The City of Middleton has released its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting achievements and growth across various sectors, from financial stability and sustainability efforts to public safety and community engagement. The report details key milestones, investments, and future priorities that continue to shape Middleton into a thriving, forward-thinking community.

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02
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AD Winters on Approved Leave of Absence

Submitted by schollmeyer on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 10:26

Wisconsin Heights Activities/Athletic Director Melissa Winters is “currently on an approved leave of absence,” according to a message sent out by Administrator Dr. Michelle McGrath on Wednesday, March 26th to coaches, families, and staff. It was mid-week spring break when the message went out.

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10 Years of Music & Memory at Clark Street Community School

Submitted by schollmeyer on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 10:25

At Clark Street Community School (CSCS), students are getting the unique opportunity to participate in industry-specific educational experiences usually reserved for healthcare professionals. In the long running seminar, Music and Memory, students engage in activities like observing a brain autopsy at the UW Hospital or taking part in virtual dementia tours.

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Middleton School Board Faces Criticism Over Salary Increases and Transparency

Submitted by schollmeyer on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 10:24

Middleton, WI – Todd Berry, MBA, PhD, a former member of the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District (MCPASD) Board, has raised serious concerns over the recent increase in school board salaries and the lack of transparency surrounding the decision. Berry resigned from the board last fall, citing the salary increase and the way it was handled as key reasons for his departure.

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Storm Water Regulation Fee Change OK’d

Submitted by schollmeyer on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 10:23

Despite an effort to send the item back to the Water Resources Management Commission, the Middleton Common Council on March 18 approved an amendment to the City of Middleton’s storm water regulations relating to fee in lieu of requirements.

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Mr. Peanuts Celebrates 60 Years with Park Elementary with Fundraiser Concert

Submitted by schollmeyer on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 10:16

Rodney “Mr. Peanuts” Esser, the beloved custodian of Park Elementary School, is celebrating an incredible milestone—60 years of dedicated service to the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District (MCPASD). To mark the occasion, Mr. Peanuts and renowned polka musician Mollie B will host a special concert on April 26 at the Middleton Performing Arts Center.

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