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400+ Wisconsin schools are on Moms for Liberty's membership list. What it means for LGBTQ+ kids
Kettle Moraine School District parent Christy DeMaster has long advocated for her child, who is transgender, as well as other LGBTQ+ students. Now, as Moms for Liberty urges parents to take action so their schools are excluded from new federal regulations protecting transgender students, DeMaster said she's relieved her child will graduate soon....
Wisconsin Braces for Severe Thunderstorms and Hazardous Lake Conditions Friday Until 7PM
Green Bay, WI – Severe weather is expected to impact Wisconsin this afternoon, with scattered strong thunderstorms predicted across central, northeast, and east-central parts of the state. The most significant risk period is from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., when storms could bring damaging winds, lightning, small hail, and torrential rainfall, leading to localized flooding.
Swing state voters support domestic drilling
(The Center Square) – Voters in several key swing states this November support domestic oil drilling, according to new polling data. The American Petroleum Institute commissioned the poll, but it was conducted by the reputable pollster Morning Consult. According to the poll, more than 90% of voters in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin are concerned about inflation. ...
Wisconsin Assembly candidate calls for new election after ballot misprint
SUMMIT, Wis. — An Assembly candidate in northwestern Wisconsin is calling for a new election after roughly 700 registered voters in Douglas County voted on the wrong ballot. Ballots printed in the town of Summit contained the wrong Assembly district, listing two Democratic challengers instead of the two Republicans those voters should have been deciding between.
Wisconsin man airlifted to hospital after plane crash near municipal airport
CHETEK, Wis. (WFRV) – A 34-year-old Wisconsin man was airlifted to a hospital after crashing his plane near an airport on Wednesday afternoon. According to a release, officers from the Chetek Police Department were sent to the Chetek Municipal Airport for a report of a possible plane crash. Upon...
Eight states have implemented statewide policies on K-12 school cellphone usage
Welcome to the Thursday, Aug. 15, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day:. Eight states have implemented statewide policies on K-12 school cellphone usage. Wisconsin voters defeat two ballot measures that would have limited the governor’s power to distribute federal funds. Elections...
The political tide turns in Wisconsin
The big news out of Wisconsin’s primary Tuesday was the defeat of two ballot measures crafted by Republican legislators that would have hamstrung the governor’s ability to hand out federal emergency aid. Farmers, small business owners and child care providers who were rescued from bankruptcy by millions of dollars in federal relief funds distributed by […]
School Board ups lifeguard pay, gives update on athletic field
The Rice Lake Board of Education, which met for a half hour on Monday evening, approved rate increases for its lifeguards, lifeguard supervisor and assistant supervisor of the pool as recommended by its finance committee. District Administrator Randy Drost asked that the wage increases be retroactive to July 1. In an effort to keep a quality pool of lifeguards, wages for those with up to one year of experiences go...
Barron Electric selects Ciolkosz for its Megawatt Community Service Award
Agnes Ciolkosz is the latest winner of Barron Electric Cooperative’s Megawatt Community Service Award. With the win, she receives a $50 electric bill credit. Ciolkoszis is a volunteer at the Cameron Food Pantry, where she picks up donated food and helps with food distribution. In addition, she is a member of the Cameron Friends of the Library, a non-profit organization that provides volunteer and financial support to the Cameron Public Library by promoting reading and library activities in their community. She is also is a member of the Rice Lake Garden Club and has also helped plant flowers at her church, as well as making baptismal gowns. Nominations for upcoming Megawatt Community Service Award winners can be made online at barronelectric.com/megawatt-community-service-award.
UU to explore inherent worth, dignity of every person
Chaplain Dennis Peters joins the members of Blue Hills Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship in Rice Lake to conduct the service Sunday. Peters will explore with the congregation the UU's First Principle: The inherent worth and dignity of every person. Many of UU members view the tenets of the Seven Principles and Six Sources as the bedrock foundation of their faith, and look forward to an in-depth study of them in the coming months. The third Sunday each month is also a time for gathering after the service to share in potluck with members. All are welcome to bring a dish to pass and enjoy camaraderie and nourishment. Sunday services begin at 10 a.m. at 230 W. Messenger St., Rice Lake, and on Zoom. The link is sent to members, although anyone interested may request it by contacting patriciashifferd@gmail.com. For more information visit bluehillsuu.org.
Kamala Harris confirms Milwaukee rally at Fiserv Forum with Tim Walz
MILWAUKEE — Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign confirms that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will join her at a rally next Tuesday at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. The same venue where the RNC took place in July. The rally coincides with the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. On Aug. 20,...
The Black Country Singer, Black women thriving in college in Wisconsin, Refugee food program expanding in Milwaukee
We hear from Milwaukee’s André Lamar who records as “The Black Country Singer.” Then we discuss a new book on Black women’s college experience. And we learn about cultural food needs of refugees and immigrants in Milwaukee. Milwaukee's Black country singer. Although country music has...
Fact check: Debunking Trump attack on Walz, Minnesota schools say they don’t provide tampons in boys’ bathrooms
A variety of Minnesota public school districts say they do not provide tampons in boys’ bathrooms — debunking a claim former President Donald Trump has been making about Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential candidate.
Minnesota Loses A Staggering Amount Of Daylight In August
It seems to happen so fast every year, and I'm always caught off guard. The days get short, and it almost feels like someone hit a switch. Just a couple of weeks ago it was still bright at 9 pm. Then, it hit me. Last night I looked at my wife at about 8:40 pm and said, "Holy, it's already pitch black out."
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