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Wisconsin high-speed pursuit, crash; driver arrested, drugs found
WALWORTH COUNTY, Wis. - A Milwaukee man was arrested after a high-speed pursuit from Walworth County into Rock County that ended with a crash on Sunday, June 30. According to the Walworth County Sheriff's Office, deputies stopped a vehicle for unlawful window tint and having no front license plate. The driver initially pulled over and provided an Illinois driver's license.
Nearly 30% of Wisconsin public schools to get less in state money
(The Center Square) – Nearly a third of Wisconsin’s public schools are going to get less money from the state for the next school year. The state’s Department of Public Instruction on Monday announced the general state aid estimates for July. “Estimated general school aids for 2024-25 total $5.58 billion, representing an increase of 4.2% from 2023-24,” DPI stated. “Payments to districts will increase an estimated $234.3 million because of...
Wisconsin Bankers Association Recognizes Iron River Banker Greg Ogren for Board Service
Greg Ogren, president and CEO of Security Bank Shares, Inc. of Iron River, was recently recognized by the Wisconsin Bankers Association for his service to the industry. Ogren joined the WBA Board of Directors in 2021 and served a three-year term. “On behalf of our Association, I would like to thank Greg for his dedication to Wisconsin’s banking industry,” said Rose Oswald Poels, WBA president and CEO, in a release. “His service on the WBA Board has helped foster growth and positive change not only...
Six local veterans receive Quilts of Valor
Six Armed Forces veterans from the area received Quilts of Valor from the Hayward Piecemakers Quilts of Valor Stitchers to thank them for their bravery, sacrifice and valor in serving our nation. The quilts were presented during the fourth annual veterans picnic hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7233 Sunday June 30 at the Hayward Veterans Community Center. Quilt guild member Wendie Miller said the local quilters have presented...
New exhibits at Cable-Namakagon Historical Museum
There are new exciting educational exhibits at The Cable — Namakagon Historical Museum (CNHM) in Cable. Discovering and learning about the history of the Northland will give you a sense of belonging! This year the Museum added three new exhibits: Telemark Resort/American Birkebeiner ski race, the Cable School, and the unique Cattail Dolls Collection by Native artist Ramona Morrow, an Ojibwe of Lac Courte Oreilles. Morrow is an Ojibwe woman...
Round Lake Open bass tourney draws 60 anglers
Thirty-one teams, including 60 amateur and semi-pro anglers from around the region and neighboring states, fished in the Hayward Bass Club’s 16th annual Round Lakes Open Sunday June 23. The tournament, held out of Powell’s on Round and Grand Pines Resort, was originated at the invitation of the Original Famous Dave’s. “For a large-scale open bass tournament, the entry fee was set at a relatively low $120 per team to...
New member added to Iron River Library board
The Iron River Public Library board has added a new member. The Bayfield County Board appointed Jan Lee on June 25 as the eighth member of the library board. The appointment comes after two members resigned and were replaced — Board President Cassie Fleming and member Karl Morrin, who served as the representative from the School District of Maple. They were replaced by Rich Nemitz and Wendy Furtak. Not at...
Scott Johnson is new LCO Health Center administrator
The Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians announced June 7 that they have named Scott Johnson as the new Lac Courte Oreilles Health Center director. “Scott brings with him a wealth of administrative experience and a deep commitment to improving the health and well-being of our community,” The LCO Tribe announced. “His official start date will be June 10, 2024. Please join us in welcoming Scott to his new role and supporting him as he works to enhance our health services.” ...
Link Auto & RV Buys Wisconsin Auto Dealership
Performance Brokerage Services, North America’s highest volume dealership brokerage firm, announced the sale of South Lake Motors in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, to Link Auto & RV. South Lake Motors was founded in 1973 by the grandparents of owner Aaron Resnick. After three decades of owning and operating the dealership, Resnick said, “From start to finish, Paul Kechnie and Emily Bourne of Performance Brokerage Services were great! They listened and were engaged and helpful. A great experience!”
Point-In-Time homeless count begins July 24
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Staff and volunteers from homeless shelters and community organizations will start a count on July 24 of people experiencing homelessness in four counties. According to a news release from the Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council, the count will include Eau Claire, Buffalo, Trempealeau and Jackson...
Peterson to speak on famed battle at Genealogical Society
The Blue Hills Genealogical Society welcomes Don Peterson of Barron as the guest speaker at its July 8 meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Barron Senior Center, 12 N. Third St. The public is invited to attend. Peterson has been a war history buff from an early age. He toured the famed Higgins Museum, the National World War II Museum in New Orleans and took a commemorative tour of the Battle of the Bulge area in 2023. ...
Life sentence handed down to 81-year-old in cold case murder
BALSAM LAKE, Wis. — An 81-year-old woman was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday in the murder of a romantic rival but will be considered for parole in 20 years' time... if she lives that long. Mary Jo Bailey was sentenced to a mandatory life term with the possibility...
Interview: Northern Wisconsin State Fair kicks off July 10
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WEAU) - The Northern Wisconsin State Fair runs July 10-14, 2024 in Chippewa Falls. The 126th edition of the fair features traditions like the Junior Fair, exhibits, food, carnival and headliners on the main stage. Headliners this year include “One Vision of Queen with Marc Martel” July...
Community fireworks, Waupun inmates’ families, Barn Hunt dog sport
We talk about fireworks safety and learn about what it takes to put on a community-level fireworks display. Then family members from current and deceased Waupun Correctional Institute prisoners share their stories. And we talk about a new sport for dogs gaining popularity in Wisconsin. Fireworks 101. We learn what...
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