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Morning Monroe! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Thinking of retiring in Monroe? See how far your money goes.
- Which two Monroe teachers just earned major statewide honors?
- How a Monroe Cheesemaker runner sprinted into the WISTCA Hall of Fame
Also on today's calendar: Stateline Home & Business Expo and 5 more events.
Friendly reminder: know of a great event coming up in Monroe or nearby? Post it to the Monroe calendar! Did you know it's free to post locally? It's also inexpensive to share to nearby towns. 📅
Today's riddle: Why is it so hot after a ball game? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A little rain; breezy, cooler, with a high of 48 and low of 36 degrees.
- Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 67, low: 37.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 63 and low of 45 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Retirees Are Settling In These 8 Wisconsin Towns Because Monthly Expenses Stay Low (familydestinationsguide.com) — Monroe is highlighted as a standout Wisconsin town where retirees can stretch their savings, thanks to manageable housing, utilities, groceries, and healthcare costs. The piece emphasizes Monroe’s Swiss cheese heritage, walkable historic downtown, parks, and low-cost community events that make it easy to stay active and social without straining a fixed income. 
• Herb Kohl Educational Foundation recognizes 2026 outstanding educators (themonroetimes.com) — Two Monroe educators have been named 2026 Herb Kohl Teacher Fellows, including Robert Calvert of Harmony Elementary and Andrea Waski of St. Victor School in Monroe. They’ll each receive $6,000, with matching grants for their schools, as part of a statewide program honoring outstanding Wisconsin teachers and principals for leadership and classroom excellence.
• Monroe grad Moehn named WISTCA Hall of Fame athlete inductee (themonroetimes.com) — A Monroe High School alum is being honored statewide for a record-setting track career that began right here with the Cheesemakers. Distance star Ethan Moehn, who once swept three state races in one meet for Monroe, has been named to the 2026 Wisconsin Track & Field Coaches Association Hall of Fame class, recognizing his standout prep and collegiate accomplishments.
📸 Around Monroe
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Upcoming Events in
Monroe
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★ Featured events ★
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Live Music at Bullquarian Brewhouse
Bullquarian Brewhouse, 1128 17th Ave, Monroe
6:30 pm
Thursday April 2
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Other local events
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MMS Morning Activities in Upper Gym
Monroe Mid Monroe, WI 53566
7:20 am -
Stateline Home & Business Expo
Stateline Ice & Community Expo , 1632 4th Ave W , Monroe
9:00 am -
Live Music at Leisure Lanes
Leisure Lanes , 2308 6th Ave , Monroe
7:00 pm -
MMS Morning Activities in Upper Gym
Monroe Mid Monroe, WI 53566
7:20 am -
Booster Club Meeting
Flanagan's Shenanigans , 1610 11th St , Monroe
6:00 pm -
MMS Morning Activities in Upper Gym
Monroe Mid Monroe, WI 53566
7:20 am -
Live Music at Leisure Lanes
Leisure Lanes , 2308 6th Ave , Monroe
7:00 pm
Friday April 3
Saturday April 4
Monday April 6
Wednesday April 8
Friday April 10
Saturday April 11
📣 Monroe Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Diane’s Craft Night
Albertson Memorial Library , 200 N Water St , Albany
6:30 pm -
HS Softball Vs Deerfield
Juda Hi Juda, WI 53550 -
Track @ Monroe Glendenning Invite
Juda Hi Juda, WI 53550 -
FFA Blue and Gold Banquet
Juda El Juda, WI 53550
Wednesday April 1
Thursday April 2
Saturday April 4
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Walmart, Inc. posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Monroe. Apply here.
- RR Donnelley & Sons posted a job opening for Material Handler - 2nd Shift in Monroe. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Monroe here.
🗞 Nearby News
Brodhead
- Brodhead edges Clinton in extra innings (gazettextra.com)
- Shaping young voices: UW-Oshkosh alumnus Ryan Lindley earns top state honor (uwosh.edu)
- Brenda S. Olin (themonroetimes.com)
New Glarus
- 14 Best Small Town Getaways in Wisconsin (midwestliving.com)
Oregon
- Oregon Community Calendar: April 2-12 (oregonobserver.com)
- Badgers' WBIT run ends in semifinals (waow.com)
Ok Monroe! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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