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Local UW Madison student wins College Bowl, follows dream of food science career
A University of Wisconsin Madison student from Ashland used her knowledge of food science to win a national competition while on summer vacation. Bea Sutton and three of her teammates won the Institute of Food Technologists Student Association College Bowl competition in August as part of the UW Madison team. Their victory is the culmination of an undefeated season that saw them beat California State Polytechnic University, Pomona in the...
Washburn School District seeks to increase taxes for major repair project
School district of Washburn residents will be asked to decide whether to increase taxes to help pay for a major school renovation project. Voters will be asked to approve a $ 14.43 million building referendum. According to a statement from the district, the debt issued would address “the significant challenge facing the district —funding the needed capital maintenance and accessibility/security projects that are too expensive to pay for out of the annual budget.” ...
Essentia St. Mary’s Medical Center fined more than $27K for OSHA violations
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The new Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center has been fined thousands of dollars for Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) violations. According to documents, Essentia was given six “serious” violations after an inspection on April 11, 2024. They were then...
Severe Storms Expected in Duluth: Large Hail and Damaging Winds Forecast for Thursday
Duluth, MN – The US National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a warning about severe weather expected late Wednesday night through Thursday night. The forecast predicts isolated severe storms across the Northland, particularly Thursday afternoon and evening. According to the National Weather Service, these storms could bring large...
Duluth-based photographer charged after allegedly secretly recording bride
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - A photographer based in Duluth has been charged for allegedly recording a bride as she was getting dressed. Mitchell Ringness, 30, of Pine City is facing a privacy interference charge, which is a gross misdemeanor. According to the criminal complaint, on Wednesday, April 24,...
Swimmer’s Itch reported at Washburn beach
Swimmers Itch has been reported at Thompson's West End Park Beach in Washburn. The "itch" happens when microscopic organisms try to burrow under the skin as they dry out. They don't get into the skin, but their attempts cause an allergic reaction. Benadryl cream, Epsom salt or baking soda baths can help relieve itchy symptoms. Swimmers itch can be avoided by vigorously drying with a towel after getting out of the water and changing immediately. Showering immediately after swimming if possible also helps immensely. In addition, the parasites that cause swimmers itch are most active in the morning, so swimming later in the afternoon can also help reduce exposure. Information provided by the city of Washburn.
Authorities investigate a shooting Monday night in Aurora
Authorities in Aurora are investigating a report of a shooting that occurred Monday evening. According to the East Range Police Department, a call came in around 7 p.m. of a shooting at 13 E 3rd Avenue S in Aurora. The caller stated a 54-year-old woman was outside screaming to call 911. The report says a bang was heard.
Umpire CB Bucknor's horrific bases loaded call screwed Brewers in Sunday loss to A's
After a disappointing series loss at the hands of the Cardinals, the Brewers had an opportunity to get back in the win column over this past weekend, as they took two out of three from the A's. The two clubs met up for the final time before the A's leave Oakland for good, so the series had a bit of historical significance to it as well.
Wisconsin High School Cancels 1st 2 Varsity Football Games
A high school in Wisconsin was forced to cancel the first two varsity football games of the season after an incident with players on the team. Player Incident Causes Wisconsin High School To Cancel Football Games. Some of my favorite memories during high school are from playing football. Our team...
Portage Co. dairy store included in NFL Draft-themed corn mazes opening next month
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - In a blend of sports and agriculture, the 2025 Draft Local Organizing Committee has announced a collaborative effort with family farms across Wisconsin to celebrate the upcoming NFL Draft in Green Bay. This partnership aims to spotlight Wisconsin’s rich agricultural history while building anticipation for...
Elections commission votes to keep Kennedy on Wisconsin’s presidential ballot
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will stay on the Wisconsin ballot in November, the Wisconsin Elections Commission decided Tuesday, despite Kennedy’s last-minute request to be removed. Elections commission Chair Ann Jacobs, one of three Democratic appointees to the evenly divided commission, argued that state law prevents removing a candidate for office who has […]
DNR sends back CAFO expansion application after accusations of false manure spreading agreements
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has sent back a factory farming operation’s application to expand a Pierce County farm after local residents raised concerns that properties listed in the application as sites where manure would be spread on fields had never agreed to that arrangement. The Appleton-based Breeze...
Xcel restoring power to 150,000 in the Twin Cities and western Wisconsin following storms
Via KSTP: Crews are currently assessing damage and working to restore power to about 150,000 customers in the Twin Cities metro and western Wisconsin. Overnight, crews restored power for 50,000 of the 87,000 affected customers, Xcel said, adding damage is widespread. Izzy Canizares at Bring Me the News reports St....
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