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Federal Judge Allows Trial for WI Judge

Federal Judge Allows Trial for WI Judge

Man Pleads Guilty to Faking Death, Fleeing USA

Man Pleads Guilty to Faking Death, Fleeing USA

New Information about UW-Platteville Murder

New Information about UW-Platteville Murder

Lowes Creek Park Plans for Husky Invite Cross Country Race

Lowes Creek Park Plans for Husky Invite Cross Country Race

News | August 27, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Husky Invite Cross Country Race are being held this Saturday, August 30th, 2025, at  Lowes Creek County Park from…
Fall Fest Coming Up in Downtown EC

Fall Fest Coming Up in Downtown EC

News | August 27, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
Are you ready to soak up Autumn Vibes? “Fall Fest is more than just a street festival—it’s a chance for…
Services Planned for Barron Co. Officer

Services Planned for Barron Co. Officer

News | August 27, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
Funeral services are being held this week for Barron Police Department Officer Ben Smith.  Smith died unexpectedly while off-duty last…
Federal Judge Allows Trial for WI Judge

Federal Judge Allows Trial for WI Judge

News | August 27, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
A federal judge is allowing Hannah Dugan’s case to go to trial.  Dugan’s case was set to go to trial…
Man Pleads Guilty to Faking Death, Fleeing USA

Man Pleads Guilty to Faking Death, Fleeing USA

News | August 27, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
A Wisconsin man who faked his own death and fled the country will spend 89 days in jail.  Ryan Borgwardt…
New Information about UW-Platteville Murder

New Information about UW-Platteville Murder

News | August 27, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
New information about the UW-Platteville murder-suicide shows online searches made before the crime.  A police report says Hallie Helms made…
Rice Lake Man Arrested in MN, Child Solicitation

Rice Lake Man Arrested in MN, Child Solicitation

News | August 27, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
A Wisconsin man is in custody in connection with a child solicitation investigation.  An undercover detective exchanged texts with Jamey…
Eau Claire Seeking Nominations for Sustainability Awards

Eau Claire Seeking Nominations for Sustainability Awards

News | August 26, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
Do you know of someone or a business that has achieved sustainability success that  deserves public recognition?  For the ninth…
Get the Scoop: Chetek Ice Cream Shop Wins Big

Get the Scoop: Chetek Ice Cream Shop Wins Big

News | August 26, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
A Barron County ice cream shop won big at the 2025 World Dairy Expo.  Judges named Kurschner’s Premium Ice Cream…
Man Accused of Faking His Own Death Appears in Court

Man Accused of Faking His Own Death Appears in Court

News | August 26, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Wisconsin man who faked his own death and fled the country will be sentenced today.  Ryan Borgwardt staged his…
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