Cottage Grove is a village in Dane County, Wisconsin, with a population of approximately 7,303.
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Cottage Grove woman identified as victim in deadly parking ramp shooting
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Cottage Grove board approves conditional permits for $22M sports complex
Cottage Grove board approves conditional permits for $22M sports complex WKOW
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NewsJAN 26, 2026
Cottage Grove mother advocates for caregiver rights
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