Home

Wisconsin is getting a significant investment to increase access to high-speed internet.  More than one-billion dollars has been set aside for broadband expansion in the state through the one-point-two-trillion-dollar federal infrastructure bill that passed in 2021.  U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin says the dollars will help close the “digital divide” in Wisconsin, benefiting business and education.  Officials say 20 percent of the money will be distributed through subgrants, likely next summer, with state leaders placed in charge of investing the remainder into various

A record-breaking weekend on Wisconsin roads is likely coming up ahead of Independence Day.  Triple A expects more than one-million state residents to travel more than 50 miles from home between Friday and next Tuesday, July fourth.  The travel club says congested roads, fully-booked hotels, and packed attractions are likely across the state.  Experts say more than 50-million Americans are expected to take a trip over the holiday, with roughly 85 percent traveling by car.

The Wisconsin Beef Council is contributing to the effort to keep food on every table across the Badger State.  The group donated 25-hundred dollars to Feeding Wisconsin yesterday.  The council generates charity funding through the Burgers and Buns Fun Run held each year in celebration of May Beef Month.  Feeding Wisconsin provides food to those in need through nearly one-thousand local programs.

The Eau Claire County Humane Association is looking for the owner of a bearded dragon. The reptile was found in a residential yard on Frostwoods Street on Friday night. Officials at the Humane Association say if the bearded dragon isn’t claimed, it will be put up for adoption pending a medical status.

ABOVE PHOTO:  Jerry Huber, Carol Blaken, Nicole Thompson, Deb Mirasola and Brad Foss. Dairyland Power Cooperative and Jackson Electric Cooperative announced their contributions to the City of Black River Falls’ All-Abilities Playground. Dairyland has made a $1,000 donation to support this community project in addition to Jackson Electric Cooperative’s previousdonation. The Black River Falls All-Abilities Playground aims to provide a safe and enjoyable space for individuals of all abilities to come together, play and interact. With headquarters in La Crosse,

It is with the utmost regret, the City of Marshfield Parks & Recreation Department announces the passing of the 4-year-old female Mountain goat at Wildwood Zoo. “Ruby” was transferred to Wildwood Zoo in 2019 through a partnership with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Several weeks ago, Ruby required veterinary intervention to help her deliver a stillborn kid. After multiple follow up visits from the vet and daily treatments from the zookeepers, we believed her to be fully recovered.

The RCU Foundation announced that local charities will receive $27,500 following the 2023 Rock the Riverfront featuring the Charity Classic. This year’s event took place on Saturday, June 24, and benefited three career development-focused charities. These organizations work with individuals of all ages and circumstances to provide valuable education and resources to prepare thousands of Wisconsin residents to enter the workforce each year. The RCU Foundation is proud to give back to those who seek career guidance and the organizations

Strong storms left thousands without power in southeast Wisconsin. The severe weather that rolled through the area Saturday night into Sunday morning downed trees and powerlines. Sixty-three thousand people lost electricity at the height of the outage.

 A local high school athletics coach remains free on bond after being arraigned on charges involving the secret recording of students in the locker room.  A not guilty plea was entered on behalf of Janesville Craig High School coach Brian Kitzman on Friday.  Police say Kitzman has told them that he recorded an estimated 18 students in the last two years.

A Black River Falls man accused of possessing child pornography is scheduled for a court hearing tomorrow. Thirty-four-year-old Michael Vannet is charged on multiple counts, including sexual exploitation of a child and possession of child pornography. The criminal complaint claims police found evidence of child pornography on Vannet’s phone and social media accounts. Vannet is currently being held on 25-thousand-dollars cash only bond.