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Behind Upper Midwest tribal spearfishing is a long and violent history of denied treaty rights
HAYWARD, Wis. (AP) — On a twilight so calm the red and white pines are reflected in the waters of northern Wisconsin’s Chippewa Flowage, John Baker plans to go spearfishing — a traditional Ojibwe method of harvesting walleye. But before he sets out, he detours his boat to land on a sandy shore, hops out and crosses the tree line, crunching through dead leaves. “This is my sanctuary,” he says, recalling childhood visits in his dad’s rowboat.
June One of the Wettest on Record in Wisconsin
(Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio) Last month was one of the wettest on record for June in a dramatic reversal from the drought conditions that covered Wisconsin at the same time last year. According to Danielle Kaeding with Wisconsin Public Radio, the month marked the sixth-wettest June in state history...
A Trio of Bands Brought Hard Rock Energy Dubuque’s Back Waters Stage
Q Casino + Resort's Back Waters Stage was booming with energy thanks to a trifecta of talent that performed at the ever-popular venue on Friday, July 12th. Three popular rock bands took the stage to treat a crowd of thousands to some of their favorite hits over the course of over three hours.
Over 40 dogs abandoned at Belvidere dog park
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO) — Authorities are working to discover who abandoned over 40 dogs in Belvidere’s Hammertime Unleashed Dog Park on Monday morning. Mick Johnston took a video of the puppies running loose on the grounds and posted it to Facebook. The dogs were taken in by the Boone County Animal Services, who made a […]
July is World Watercolor Month!
July is World Watercolor Month! We want to highlight a few titles with beautifully designed water colored illustrations. Titles have been linked directly to our catalog for your convenience. WNPL is hosting a Watercolor Program on Tuesday, July 30 for 6th-8th grade students at the Warren Township Park picnic shelter...
Armstrong receives WCA Outstanding Legislator Award
State Rep. David Armstrong, R-Rice Lake, has been honored by the Wisconsin Counties Association with a WCA Outstanding Legislator Award for his work on behalf of county government during the 2023-2024 Legislative Session. “Rep. Armstrong is a tremendous partner to counties, not just in the 75th Assembly District, but for all of Wisconsin,” said WCA President and CEO Mark D. O’Connell. “He is a leader that has worked alongside our team on responsible public policy initiatives that positively impact our state, while keeping the taxpayers...
DNR To Host CWD Public Meeting In Pierce County
MADISON, Wis. (WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES PRESS RELEASE) - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will host a public meeting with the Pierce County Deer Advisory Council to provide information on chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Wisconsin, local testing efforts and disease surveillance options being considered. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, in Spring Valley.
Brewers MiLB: Sounds Shine, Nashville Bullpen Impresses, and Biloxi Tops Southern League South Standings
Nashville and Wisconsin dominate in the Brewers minor league affiliates' Week 16 roundup, with Sounds leading the International League West. Nashville Sounds hit .282/.368/.411 with 5 homers and 35 runs scored. Biloxi Shuckers hit .262/.386/.388 with 5 homers and 43 runs scored. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers hit .290/.383/.458 with 4 homers...
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