Wisconsin State Telecommunications Association (WSTA)

06/30/2026

It is with great sadness that we share news regarding the passing of Ricky Scott Vergin. Rick passed away Friday, June 26th at his home in Dallas, WI surrounded by his loving family.

Rick had a 36 year career at Mosaic/Chibardun Telephone Cooperative, including 20 years as CEO. Rick also served six years as a WSTA Board member.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 1st at Rausch & Steel Funeral Home, Barron, and one hour prior to the services at The Church Barn on July 2nd. Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 2nd at The Church Barn in Barron.

Rick’s obituary is available here: https://www.rauschandsteelfuneralhome.com/obituary/ricky-vergin

Please join us in keeping the Vergin family in your thoughts and prayers.

View Ricky Scott Vergin's obituary, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

06/06/2026

It is with great sadness that we share news regarding the passing of Charles “Charlie” Iverson. Charlie passed away yesterday, June 5, 2026 at Bethany Home in Waupaca.

Charlie was a longtime Amherst Communications director and former plant manager. He served an incredible 67 years on the Amherst Communications board and was an important part of the company’s history and growth.

The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 10, at 1:00 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church in Amherst, Wisconsin. A visitation will precede the service from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Charlie’s obituary is available here: https://www.hollyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/charles-iverson-2/obituary

Please join us in keeping the Iverson family in your thoughts and prayers.

Read the obituary of Charles O. Iverson Jr. from Amherst, WI. Leave your condolences and send flowers to the family to show you care.

05/22/2026

Thank you to all of the attendees and exhibitors at WSTA's 116th Annual Convention in Lake Geneva this week! We enjoyed informative and entertaining presentations from NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association CEO Mike Romano and former Green Bay Packers and Super Bowl Champion Frank Winters during our opening general session. A perfect way to kick off our event!

04/30/2026

Thank you to the WSTA members who made the trip to Washington, D.C. earlier this week for the NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association Legislative & Policy Conference. We had great meetings with the Wisconsin delegation offices. Our meetings focused on the importance of the Universal Service Fund and related programs.

04/14/2026

Don't miss out on your chance to register and book your room for the WSTA Annual Convention at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa. Discounted room rates are only good through this Friday, April 17th, or until the block fills (whichever comes first). Spots are filling up fast, learn more at http://wsta.info/116th-convention