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The Marshfield Fire & Rescue Department was dispatched to 303 S. Palmetto Ave for the report of a garage on fire. Upon arrival there was heavy smoke and flames showing from the west side of a detached garage.  Fire department quickly extinguished the fire using multiple 1.75” hose lines The fire caused heavy damage to the detached garage as well as two vehicles that were parked on the driveway.  Radiant heat caused damage to an exposure’s vinyl siding. No injuries

An Eau Claire tattoo artist is pleading not guilty to multiple charges of sexual assault.  Christopher Ardoin has been accused of inappropriately touching three women including two clients and a coworker.  Ardoin — who entered his plea on Friday — was a tattoo artist at Skin Prints Studio and was fired from his position after a victim made the shop aware of their story. 

Congressman Derrick Van Orden was talking about agriculture policy in a Saturday visit to Tomah.  The Western Wisconsin Republican spoke about his support of reducing regulations on the industry during a visit to the Bosshard Cranberry Bogs.  Van Orden is a member of the House Agriculture Committee.

Ridglan Farms in Blue Mounds has refused to settle a 55-thousand dollar civil forfeiture involving hundreds of alleged violations.  The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection confirmed on Friday that the dog breeder’s cases was now going to be referred to the Dane County District Attorney’s Office.  Ridglan Farms had been facing criticism from lawmakers and animal welfare groups after inspection records were released.  The DATCP cited it for over 300 violations including unsafe enclosures and improper documentation.

The Brewers ended the regular season on a high note.  Milwaukee beat the Cincinnati Reds four to two in their season finale.  Danny Jansen led the way, going two-for-three with a home run and two RBIs.  Trevor Megill picked up the win out of the bullpen and Abner Uribe secured his seventh save of the season.  The Brewers end the year at 97 and 65, the best record in baseball.  Milwaukee will play either the Padres or Cubs in the

A spokesperson with the Dunn County Sheriff’s office says they’re looking for two motorcyclists speeding over 130 miles-per-hour.  They were seen Friday on I-94.  Officials say the bikers took off when police tried to pull them over, with one displaying a fake license plate. CLICK HERE FOR MORE.

A Washington County Sheriff representative says Adam Zirbel with the Department of Natural Resources has died after being struck by lightning.  Zirbel was found Monday in the New Fane Trail area.  Officials say Zirbel dedicated thirteen years with DNR and is credited with reforesting Kettle Moraine with millions of trees. 

Emalee Jean Stowell, 37 years of age, from Comstock, WI has been arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol Spooner Post for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 1st offense.  On Saturday, September 27, 2025, at approximately 12:31 AM, Wisconsin State Patrol Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash in Polk County on County Line Street. Preliminary findings indicate that the vehicle was heading northbound when it veered off the road and into the lake.  Upon arrival, Troopers noted signs of

Hello. Welcome to your weekend! With Mother Nature planning some beautiful days are you planning to spend the last September moments outdoors soaking it up? CLICK HERE FOR FULL FIRST ALERT FORECAST Details. And if you were out under the Friday Night lights you know it was a beautiful evening for football-with some exciting action on the fields. CLICK HERE FOR HIGHLIGHTS WITH SPORTS SCENE 13. Beyond that, we are glad you are here to start the day with us.

The Right to Contraception Act is being reintroduced to Wisconsin state legislation, led by Representative Lisa Subeck.  The bill protects individuals’ rights to contraception and ensures providers can dispense it without legal threats.  Subeck called the legislation urgent amid recent attacks on reproductive rights.  This follows Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin’s announcement it will end abortion services October 1st.  A similar bill was introduced federally by Sen. Tammy Baldwin.