OSCEOLA – You could be fishing warm and pretty by Jan. 14. Osceola Medical Center has received a generous donation of a brand-new Ice Castle Fish House, manufactured in Montevideo, Minnesota, and …
BALSAM LAKE – On Christmas Day, the Balsam Lake Lodge opened its doors for a free Christmas lunch, accepting donations on a freewill basis for a hearty plate of turkey dinner. The event was …
LEADER LAND – Snow, sleet and freezing rain made roads hazardous across Northwest Wisconsin over Christmas week, disrupting travel during and after the holiday. Beginning Christmas afternoon, …
LEADER LAND – Food insecurity has become a significant issue in our state. In 2024, statistics indicate that one in eight Wisconsin residents experienced some level of food insecurity. The increase …
WEST DENMARK – On the evening of Sunday, Dec. 21, the West Denmark community met at the Parish Hall for Juletre, a celebration imbued with Danish tradition to ring in Christmas. The program …
CLEAR LAKE – The Green Bay Packers Foundation was established in 1986 by the then-president of the Green Bay Packers, Judge Robert J. Parins. The foundation supports organizations in various …
LEADER LAND – The St. Croix Valley Christian Community Choir performed their Christmas musical in three locations throughout Polk County in December: 3 Arrows Coffee in St. Croix Falls on the 19th, …
STATEWIDE – The Wisconsin Newspaper Association 2025 College & High School Better Newspaper Contest opened on Dec. 8. The contest represents a great opportunity for college and high school …
LEADER LAND – Leader Land is preparing to say goodbye to 2025 and ring in 2026 at the stroke of midnight on Wednesday, Dec. 31. One of the biggest events of the evening will be held at Big …
ST. CROIX FALLS – Nary a parking spot was to be found on a sunny December afternoon as shoppers flooded the winter farmers market at Abrahamson Nurseries. The St. Croix Valley Food Alliance brought …
TRADE LAKE – Children delighted attendees with an old-fashioned Christmas program at the historic Trade Lake Swedish Mission Church, recreating the Nativity story through recitations, songs and …
AMERY – The Amery Fire Department has collected toys and cash donations for the Toys for Tots program for the past 20 years. This year was another successful drive, despite one of the three main …
WEST DENMARK – West Denmark Woodland School, a new preschool serving children ages 2-1/2 to 5 in Polk and Burnett counties, received a donation from a 100-mile walk campaign that concluded at the …
ST. CROIX FALLS – Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions generously donated $2,500 to the St. Croix Falls School District on Dec. 19, with the funds designated to help pay off unpaid student lunch account …
OSCEOLA – Board members raised their shovels, on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 17, ceremoniously breaking ground at Osceola Medical Center. After posing for photographs, board and community members …
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Children beamed as they chose their own gifts at Caring Hearts Thriftshop’s annual Santa Day in Frederic on Saturday. The event offered youngsters a wide array of toys, from small trinkets to …
OSCEOLA – A holiday craft and gift market took place at Osceola High School on Sunday, Dec. 14. The event was organized by Perfectly Unique Craft and Gift Mobile Markets; more than 50 vendors were …
GRANTSBURG – On a chilly Saturday morning, families gathered at the Grantsburg American Legion Hall to enjoy breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Hosted by Legion Post 185, the annual event ran …
FREDERIC – On the evening of Dec. 16, Vikings head football coach Henry Fitzpatrick led interested community members through a tour of the Viking Fitness Center at the Frederic High School. The …