Law enforcement to patrol trails, routes over Labor Day weekend. – File photo By our partners at WEAU-TV STATEWIDE – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources had extra conservation wardens …
Submitted by Tina Riley POLK COUNTY – Polk County Recycling Center located on U.S. Hwy. 8 hosted a Clean Sweep Hazardous Waste Collection on Thursday, Aug. 21. This was a free event for …
Youth in Government participants were highlighted and received certificates. (L tor R): Kaden Vogland representing Webster Schools, Emma Peterson representing Siren Schools, and Blandina …
Submitted by Becky Strabel SIREN – The annual Siren Family/All School Reunion is set to bring together generations of Siren enthusiasts, friends and family for a day of fun, laughter and …
WEBSTER – The Lake Country Pedalers met at Zia Louisa in Webster for their Tuesday ride and dinner on Aug. 26. A group of about a dozen biked between 12 and 18 miles before returning to Zia Louisa …
CUMBERLAND – Gov. Tony Evers traveled to Cumberland on the afternoon of Wednesday, Aug. 27, to meet with local officials, who will be benefiting from the Community Development Block Grant Program. …
ST. CROIX FALLS – The Historic Auditorium was filled with music on the evening of Sunday, Aug. 24, as Minnesota songwriter Charlie Parr, known for his raw, blues-infused folk and honest …
LUCK – Work is continuing on a new mural along the Gandy Dancer Trail in the Village of Luck. Muralist Jessica Turtle began her creation last summer, and has now returned to continue her …
BALSAM LAKE – The Balsam Lake Public Library hosted a presentation, “Bizarre History of Wisconsin,” by researcher and author Chad Lewis on Friday, Aug. 22, at Legion Hall in Pine Park. The …
GRANTSBURG – On Sunday, Aug. 24, Bethany Lutheran Church in Grantsburg welcomed families, friends and neighbors to a unique Noah’s ark-themed event, bringing the community together for an …
Mark Hayes Peacock – File photo Submitted by Mark Peacock FREDERIC – Author Mark Hayes Peacock will read his Pioneer Press recommended short stories at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, at the …
LUCK – After a social lunch at Cafe Wren, the Polk County Wisconsin Genealogical Society held its monthly meeting Monday, Aug. 25, at the Ravenholt Family History Resource Center in the Luck …
The debate over liquor licenses in Eureka is focused on KJ’s, a bar located at 2396 210th Ave., which has been closed for years now. – File photo TOWN OF EUREKA – A long-time Town of Eureka bar …
Submitted by Amy Thiex BURNETT COUNTY - On July 16, Burnett County 911 proudly celebrated the 1-year anniversary of our new 911 Communications Center. In our first year of operation, our …
FREDERIC – The Tavern League of Burnett County hosted its 30th annual golf tournament on Sunday, Aug. 24, at Frederic Golf Course, drawing a record of 34 four-person teams and six volunteers for a …
WEBSTER – On a recent picture-perfect October day (that happened to come along in August) the third annual Augtoberfest celebration was held in Webster. With the mild fall-like weather, polka music …
Burnett County Sheriff’s Department booked the following people the week of Aug. 19 to Aug. 25: Richard J. Matrious , 44, simple assault, criminal damage to property, disorderly conduct. …
SIREN – Siren Steel, a longtime community staple, is under new ownership as of May with Rob “Tex” Northquest and Jen Lundberg at the helm. The couple, alongside employee Tyler Sley, is …
Polk County Sheriff’s Department booked the following people the week of Aug. 18 to Aug. 25: Ryan G. Tulgren , out-of-county warrant. Elaine M. Wegscheid , warrant on failure to appear. …
BALSAM LAKE – On Saturday, Aug. 23, the Johnson family of River Falls transported attendees back to the 1860s with a Civil War reenactment at East Balsam Baptist Church. Dressed in handmade …