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Bayfield man pleads not guilty to arson related charges
A Bayfield man pleaded not guilty earlier this week to charges connected to a suspected arson that occurred in May. Noah P. Schmitz, 29, had an arraignment on Tuesday and is accused of being an accomplice to setting a bear camp on fire in Russell on May 12. He and Skylar R. Basina, 32, also of Bayfield, face a total of 10 charges connected to the incident. Schmitz is charged...
Nature is persistent
Grassy starwart has tiny, pale yellow discs in the middle of five white petals so deeply lobed they appear as 10 petals. The entire flower, with petals, is less than half an inch across. The starwart, a chickweed, is aptly named. I did not know its name initially during my field research, but my first thought when looking down at the dozen tiny flowers was that stars had fallen from the heavens—speckles of white on this roadside awash in green. ...
Help available to farmers for nutrient management plans
The Ashland County Land and Water Conservation Department has staff to help farmers develop and maintain a nutrient management plan one-on-one. A NMP is a record of manure and fertilizer applications that is compared to soil sample results and crop rotations to develop a plan to best utilize the nutrients farmers already have and need. This saves farmers money and protects the soil from erosion and water from runoff. Farmers who create new NMP’s are eligible to receive $40/acre plus additional incentive payments for 2024. ...
Iron River Library board addresses concerns about library’s future
Jill Stefansen may not live in Iron River, but she regularly uses the Iron River Public Library. The Brule resident said she is one of the many patrons of the library who don’t live in town but consider it a “wonderful place” that “connects people to information and connects people to people.” She attended the Iron River Library Board of Trustees meeting Wednesday to voice their support or concerns about...
Northland College Notes
More local swingingAnother Bay Area hiring to the coaching staff at Northland College was made on June 17 when Ken Bartelt accepted the position of Head Golf Coach for the upcoming 2024 fall season. Bartelt joins new local hires in mens and womens soccer, basketball, and cross country, as Northland seeks to fuel its athletics programs with more Northern Wisconsin, Minnesota, and UP recruits to add to its traditionally strong national and international efforts. Athletic Director Dan Schumacher is pleased with the selection of Bartelt, who has established a record of success in coaching numerous sports at the high school...
Pet of the week
My brothers and I were rescued from a dangerous and difficult situation. We have been living in the shelter for an extended period of time, and it’s taking a toll on us. We’re not getting the love and attention we need, and we’re desperately hoping to find a family to call our own. We’re playful pups who love to wrestle and roll around, and we would thrive in a home that values socialization and training. We would greatly benefit from puppy classes, where we can learn and grow in a supportive environment. We long to be part of a family who will cherish us and give us the love and care we deserve. Please consider adopting us, as we believe that no puppy should have to grow up in a shelter. Pet of the Week highlights an animal available at the Chequamegon Humane Association. To learn more about CHA or view other pets available, visit chaadopt.org.
Covering all bases - A Q&A with 'Dockers baseball diamond Kevin BeBeau
Former Ashland Oredockers baseball star Kevin BeBeau has a long history of competitive excellence dating back to his days as a pitching force for the ‘Dockers, through his dominant play for Dawson Community College in Glendive, Mont., to today where he is a valued mentor and coach of young baseball players in the Ashland Little League. Known for his passion and devotion, the Ashland Daily Press pitched some questions to BeBeau about his long career and dedication to playing and now teaching a sport that has always, it seems, been a part of his life. ...
Crystalline Healing Bayfield brings new energy to Rittenhouse Avenue
Crystalline Healing in Bayfield, Wisconsin is expanding and moving to Rittenhouse Avenue. The crystal and rock shop has been a center for healing for the last two years in Bayfield. The move to 104 Rittenhouse Ave. between Howl Downtown and Morty’s Pub will make room for a wider variety of crystals, jewelry, candles, books, teas, card decks and art. “To grow, Crystalline Healing needed more space and an easier location for customer access. In this new space, we plan to create a casual, easy atmosphere...
Heavy rain, strong wind cause damage in Bayfield County and Ashland
Pouring rain flooded onto Bayfield County Tuesday night and continued to fall into the early hours of Wednesday morning, causing flooding and road damage. A slow-moving cold front brought more than four inches of rain about three miles south of Cornucopia, according to National Weather Service Meteorologist Woody Unruh. That was the highest total, but few places were spared. Areas closer to Bayfield received about 3.15 inches of rain. On the western side of the county near Port Wing, the average was around 2.75-3 inches...
Heavy rain, strong wind cause damage in Bayfield County and Ashland
Pouring rain flooded onto Bayfield County Tuesday night and continued to fall into the early hours of Wednesday morning, causing flooding and road damage. A slow-moving cold front brought more than four inches of rain about three miles south of Cornucopia, according to National Weather Service Meteorologist Woody Unruh. That was the highest total, but few places were spared. Areas closer to Bayfield received about 3.15 inches of rain. On the western side of the county near Port Wing, the average was around 2.75-3 inches...
It’s lupine season
Lupinus have sprouted across the Bay Area, adding a touch of color in fields and the side of the roads. Commonly known as lupine or bluebonnet, there are hundreds of species of lupinus, many of which are native to North America, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. lupinus were once thought to steal nutrients from the soil—hence their genus name, Lupinus, which is Latin for “wolf.” However, lupines are in the pea family and as nitrogen-fixers can actually improve soil.
Child remains in serious condition following accident
A 12-year-old boy remains in serious condition after being struck by a vehicle on July 13. Ashland County Sheriff Brian Zupke said the boy was riding a bike in Marengo around 3:30 p.m. when he was struck by a vehicle on Van De Bruggen Road near Highway C operated by Kyle Burdick, 41, of Mason. The child was transported from the scene due to injury from the crash, and later life flighted. The vehicle operator was released without injury, Zupke said. The crash remains under investigation.
Bayfield County Judge gets nod as chief judge
Bayfield County Circuit Court Judge John. P. Anderson has been appointed by the Wisconsin Supreme Court to serve as chief judge of the 10th Judicial District. Anderson will assume the new role on Aug. 1, when Barron County Judge Maureen Boyle’s six-year term comes to and end. Anderson has served as deputy chief judge since 2018, according to a news release. Anderson will continue his duties as Bayfield County circuit judge, a position he has held since 2003. ...
R.D. Pike Building Kickoff & Memorial Plaque ceremony set for Thursday
The Friends of R.D. Pike Building, Inc., will hold their inaugural event on Thursday at the Les Voigt State Fish Hatchery property located at 83875 Highway 13 in Bayfield. Festivities will be held from 2-4 p.m. The group will be unveiling a commemorative plaque honoring Robinson Derling Pike and outline their vision and mission in restoring this historic building to its glory. There will be speakers, music and light refreshments and beverages. ...
Chequamegon Bay Golf League Standings
With league play well underway, tight races exist in every division except Tavern League Division 1, where the Randall/Raspotnik duo has jumped out to a commanding eight point lead. Look for weekly updates as the long season unfolds. Men’s LeaguePoints Team D1 17 Zifko/Stephenson ...
Washburn to get new look as part of reconstruction project
A new welcome sign for Washburn will soon greet motorists on Highway 13. The sign is part of the ongoing process to reimagine what Washburn can look like, spearheaded by a group of residents who want to beautify the city as the main thoroughfare is reconstructed. It replacesthe current wooden one that greets motorists heading westbound on Highway 13 coming from Ashland. In addition to the new welcome sign, city...
Pet of the week
Meet Gloria Vanderbilt! I’m a sweet, mellow kitten who enjoys the company of my sisters and cat friends. I can be a little shy when you first meet me, but am gaining more confidence. I’d love to find a home with my best friend, Indigo. Pet of the Week highlights an animal available at the Helping PAWS shelter in Washburn. To learn more about PAWS or view other pets available, visit helpingpawswi.org.
Everything has value with balance
Last evening after closing up Farmstead after a busy day of scooping our delicious sheep milk gelato and baking wood-fired pizzas for the holiday visitors, Mom and I were out weeding the green beans. The pig weeds and purslanes were making their presences felt, threatening to crowd out the bean plants if we didn’t come to the rescue. On our hands and knees with buckets and crates, we carefully pulled out the offenders, leaving happy beans in our wake, standing tall without competition…at least for...
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The Ashland Daily Press can trace its beginnings to the summer of 1872, when Sam Fifield began printing the Weekly Press. The first edition of The Daily Press then came out on March 5, 1888. Fifield soon lost interest in the paper and sold the operation to Joe Chapple. The Daily Press business was soon left in to his brother, John C. Chapple, who had started working at the paper in 1890 at the age of 15. The paper was sold to J.T. Hooper in 1910, and then again to a Milwaukee businessman named Green. He, in turn, sold it back to Myrta Chapple, John’s wife, and John spent 56 years working every job from printer’s devil to publisher until his death in 1946. Myrta worked on the paper until the early 1950s and upon her death in 1973, she had one of the longest newspaper careers of any woman in the nation. Their son John B. Chapple worked as a newspaperman at The Daily Press for 75 years, from 1925 through his death in 1989, when he still was contributing stories. The Daily Press was sold to Morgan Murphy’s Superior Telegram in 1956, and in 1996, the paper became part of Murphy McGinnis Media. On Jan. 31, 2003, Superior Publishing — an affiliate of investment firm MCG Capital Corporation — purchased the firm. American Consolidated Media bought the newspaper in 2007. On March 14, 2014, The Daily Press was among the papers acquired from ACM by the Adams Publishing Group. As part of the APG Media of Wisconsin group, the Ashland Daily Press is part of six subscription newspapers and eight shoppers in that region.
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