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Waterfowl populations in Wisconsin are stable. The state Department of Natural Resources says the breeding duck population is estimated at about 502-thousand birds. That’s a nearly four-percent decrease from last year but is above the long-term average. Both wood duck and Canada goose populations are similar to last year’s numbers, and higher than the long-term average. More specific data is available on the Wisconsin Wildlife Reports website. Spring waterfowl breeding surveys have been conducted every year for more than two

The largest Wisconsin Lottery prize so far this year is claimed. Richard Kiesner of Wild Rose, Wisconsin, claimed the four-point-three million dollar prize last week. He says he’s been buying Megabucks tickets for longer than two decades. It’s the second time a player won the Megabucks jackpot prize this year — a three-point-five-million dollar ticket was sold in Oak Creek earlier this year.

On July 28, 2024 at 11:59 am, Sawyer County deputies with assistance from Sawyer  County EMS, Exeland and Radisson Fire Departments responded to the scene of an  airplane crash near the intersection of Weirgor Road and Brisko Road in the Town of  Radisson.  Upon arrival, deputies learned that a single engine Piper Malibu operated by Matthew J.  Pobloske, 58, of Tucson Arizona was traveling to the Hayward area when the plane  suddenly experienced engine trouble and total loss of power.

Representative Karen Hurd was recently awarded the 2023-24 Friend of the Towns Award by the  Wisconsin Towns Association, recognizing her efforts supporting town interests.   “From day one in the Assembly, Representative Hurd  has supported towns and worked to empower local  officials,” said Jerry Derr, Wisconsin Towns   Association President. “Frequently meeting with town   officials in her district, Representative Hurd   understands local government issues and has become a   strong advocate.”  “Representative Hurd is a real asset to towns and to her community,

It didn’t take being accepted into a scholars program for Isabella Smith to recognize her passion for helping rural and underserved populations in her community. “This was another opportunity to learn more about underserved and disadvantaged communities.” Smith, 21, has been volunteering at the Chippewa Valley Free Clinic before her time with the Wisconsin Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Scholars program. When the Chippewa Falls woman learned of the opportunity a year ago in her nursing classes at Chippewa Valley

This month, Lineworkers Jake Buss and Alex Kiraly from Eau Claire Energy Cooperative embarked on a journey to Kayenta, Arizona, where they participated in the Light Up Navajo V project. This initiative, a collaborative effort between the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority and the American Public Power Association, aims to bring electricity to the Navajo Nation. “This experience has been life-changing, not just for the people we helped but for us as well. It’s a powerful reminder of the impact we

The Sonnentag Center, the brand-new event center and fieldhouse in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, is excited to announce multi-platinum, global entertainer Chris Young will be headlining the venue’s first-ever concert on Thursday, September 12, 2024. CLICK HERE FOR MORE. Fans can expect to hear a hit-packed headlining set from the award-winning country music star, including “Gettin’ You Home,” “Voices,” “Tomorrow,” “I’m Comin’ Over,” “Famous Friends” and his newest smash, “Young Love & Saturday Nights.”

A Menomonie man is headed to prison for decades for the sexual assault of a little girl. A judge in Pepin County yesterday sentenced Pedro Perez-Garcia to 25 years in prison. Prosecutors say an 11-year-old girl told police that Perez-Garcia assaulted her several times, starting when she was very young. His lawyers say they have new evidence in the case, and are asking for a new trial.

It’s jail time for a Fond du Lac man who threatened to kill his state lawmaker. Fond du Lac District Attorney Eric Toney yesterday said a judge sentenced 75-year-old James Stearn to a week in jail, and a 500 dollar fine. Stearn sent emails to a local radio host and his lawmaker after the Uvalde shooting in 2022, threatening to kill them both. Stearn was angry about the idea of arming teachers inside local schools. Toney says the case sends

We’re going to get a snapshot of the mental health of Wisconsin’s school kids today. The state’s Department of Public Instruction will release its Youth Mental Health Data update. DPIU has been tracking the mental health of students for years. Many kids in Wisconsin say they are anxious or nervous, and those feelings got worse during the coronavirus outbreak. Wisconsin’s state superintendent says there is a real need to provide more mental health services in the state’s schools.