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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...
Minnesota Guest Scores Big Jackpot with $5 Bet at Iowa Casino
I can't even imagine how exciting it would be to win a huge jackpot at a casino. When the slot machine's lights start flashing or the dealer announces the winning hand, my heart would race with disbelief and joy. That rush of adrenaline would be like nothing else. Two weeks...
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...
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...
Hixton Man Charged with 5th OWI Appears in Jackson County Court
A Hixton man charged with his 5th OWI appeared in Jackson County Court on Monday. According to the Wisconsin State Patrol, on January 28th of this year, troopers pulled over Randall Flick for speeding on WI 95. They noticed signs of impairment and conducted a field sobriety test. The test...
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...
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.” ...
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...
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. ...
Firefighters rescue stray dog from culvert in Ashland
ASHLAND, Wis. (Northern News Now) - A stray dog was rescued from a culvert in Ashland on Monday. According to the Chequamegon Humane Association, authorities responded to a call from a resident saying there was a dog trapped in a culvert on his property. The older stray dog, who is...
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...
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