A 43 year old cold case heats up again in Wisconsin as police in Sturgeon Bay make an arrest. The criminal complaint alleges that 35 year old Carol Jean Pierce was murdered by her then-husband, Richard Pierce on or about September 5, 1975. Richard previously told officers that he saw his wife in the morning, then stated that when he returned home that same afternoon, Carol Jean was gone. The complaint alleges Richard was the last person to see Carol
Read MoreThis winter the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, MN is leading field trips to view bald and golden eagles in the area. Registration is now open. The schedule includes six trips, with half dedicated to bald eagle viewing and half for golden eagle viewing. Bald and golden eagle field trips offer attendees an opportunity to view wild eagles in their natural habitat in and around the Upper Mississippi River valley with expert guides. These trips also teach about the region’s
Read MoreThe United States Postal Service is gearing up to lick the holiday rush by hiring over 400 seasonal employees throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with wages of $17 an hour and up. Seasonal employees will work November 24 through January 4, including Saturday, Sunday and Holidays. They also have future career positions available and urge interested people to get more details online. CLICK HERE TO ADDRESS THE POSSIBILITY
Read MoreGovernor Walker is hoping a visit from Vice President Mike Pence will give his campaign a boost. Pence and Walker delivered remarks yesterday at a fundraiser at Precision Pipelin just north of Eau Claire. Their goal was to generate financial and moral support for the state’s Republican Party governor and U.S. Senate races. It’s the first time Pence has been in our area since he was elected VP. On the flip side, protesters were out as well, and gathered just
Read MoreThe coffee was brewing overtime as the Eau Claire City Council tackled some biggies lastnight. Here are notes from the yellow legal pad: The council voted on ordinances last night, including those to curb excessive drinking and drug use, a ban to conversion therapy practices-both passed unanimously, and there was also a vote to bring a historic locomotive back home. The council passed an amendment to relocate the SOO Line Locomotive 2719.
Read MoreOfficials in Chippewa County are increasing staffing to address a continuing meth epidemic. The County Administrator calls meth the number one problem in the county. Ten new positions will be added to the county next year, the majority of which will directly address the meth epidemic.
Read MorePut your flags up and pay attention! The U.S. Postal Service wants to raise the price of stamps to 55 cents. The jump would be one of the biggest in history. The USPS board of governors is also proposing higher rates on shipping and other services to help offset falling revenues.
Read MoreA homeowner in Calumet County is lucky to be alive after a house was leveled by an explosion. The owner was not home at the time of the blast around 8:00 this morning in the Town of Harrison. There were reports of people hearing the explosion in surrounding communities and in some areas, houses shook and windows were shattered. Two women injured in nearby homes are reportedly recovering and the investigation into the cause continues.
Read MoreA flood warning is in effect for the Big Rib River at Rib Falls in Marathon County. The National Weather Service in Green Bay issued the warning this morning as the river’s water level rose to just six inches below flood stage. People with property along the river are being advised to prepare for the impact of flooding. Areas downstream should also prepare for excess water.
Read MoreOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month and Wisconsin officials remind people there are state laws against bullying. There are also resources for victims. The state recognized a Bullying Awareness Day late last month and there are multiple websites to access bullying prevention resources. The Wisconsin Safe and Healthy Schools Center has a series of webinars available addressing bullying among adolescents. Additional information is available at StopBullying.gov.
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