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  • Flags Lowered to Honor Peace Officers Who Have Given Their Lives in the Line of Duty

    Flags Lowered to Honor Peace Officers Who Have Given Their Lives in the Line of Duty

  • Looking Local: River Falls Woman Earns College Credits in HS, Finishes Degree at CVTC

    Looking Local: River Falls Woman Earns College Credits in HS, Finishes Degree at CVTC

  • DATCP to Survey for Spongy Moth in 36 Counties

    DATCP to Survey for Spongy Moth in 36 Counties

Education Designed for the Future: UW-Stout to host global Polytechnic Summit, May 18-21

Education Designed for the Future: UW-Stout to host global Polytechnic Summit, May 18-21

The Plot Thickens: New Book Vending Machine at Flynn Elementary School

The Plot Thickens: New Book Vending Machine at Flynn Elementary School

WI Judge Set to Appear in Court, Lawmakers Focus on Immigration, Enforcement

WI Judge Set to Appear in Court, Lawmakers Focus on Immigration, Enforcement

Friday Feel Good: A Cool Act Warms Hearts

Friday Feel Good: A Cool Act Warms Hearts

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
In these Dog Days of Summer we sometimes enjoy a cool treat, a dip in the pool, or a day…
Former Postman Sentenced to Probation

Former Postman Sentenced to Probation

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
A former mailman from Barron County will not spend any time behind bars for stealing over four-thousand-dollars worth of Menards’…
Suspicious Death Turns Homicide Investigation

Suspicious Death Turns Homicide Investigation

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
The investigation into a man found dead in the parking lot of a strip club in Jackson County is now…
Former Deputy Pleads Guilty

Former Deputy Pleads Guilty

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
A former Rock County deputy is taking a plea deal in his child sexual assault case.  Gary Huber this week…
Man Facing Charges for Animal Cruelty

Man Facing Charges for Animal Cruelty

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
A Portage man is expected to face formal charges today for the ‘brutal and sadistic’ killing of rabbits.  Portage Police…
Evers Continues With Child Care Push

Evers Continues With Child Care Push

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
Wisconsin’s governor is once again talking about expanding child care funding. Governor Tony Evers yesterday used his weekly radio address…
Kaul Looks to Unseal Court Documents

Kaul Looks to Unseal Court Documents

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
Wisconsin’s attorney general is asking a judge to unseal court documents from the Archdiocese of Milwaukee as part of his…
Cream Puff Pavilion Gets “Puffed Up” Plan

Cream Puff Pavilion Gets “Puffed Up” Plan

News | August 11, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Cream Puff Pavilion at the Wisconsin State Fair will look completely different next year. The state of Wisconsin this…
Drought Conditions Worsen Across State

Drought Conditions Worsen Across State

News | August 10, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
Drought conditions are worsening in Wisconsin.  The U.S. Drought Monitor shows more severe and extreme drought this week, with even…
New Area Code Hits WI.

New Area Code Hits WI.

News | August 10, 2023 | by Morgan McCarthy
There will be a new area code in southern Wisconsin later this year.  Starting September 15th all new phone numbers…
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