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Spending federal funds in Wisconsin: What voters need to know about the Aug. 13 referendums
A pair of questions on Wisconsin’s Aug. 13 ballot would give state legislators more control over how federal money is spent in the state. If approved by a majority of voters statewide, the Republican-backed proposals would amend the Wisconsin Constitution to limit the governor’s power to spend federal funds unilaterally in specific instances.
USA Today names cocktail lounge in Wisconsin one of the best bars in America
(WFRV) – While Wisconsin has no shortage of bars, cocktail lounges, supper clubs and everything in between, only one place was named one of the best bars in America. USA Today released its list of the 27 USA Today Bars of the Year for 2024 and Wisconsin had one spot make the list. It was mentioned that USA Today did not want to select places that visitors would find on an average roundup.
Wisconsin GOP: Buttigieg 'working to kill private investment in infrastructure'
(The Center Square) – Ahead of U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg's Wisconsin tour, Republican leaders in the state bashed his record and the transportation priorities of the Biden administration. During the press conference Tuesday, Rep. Bryan Steil said Buttigieg will “sugar coat” the major spending yet continuous transportation issues under the current administration, accusing them of killing private infrastructure. “I think it’s important to remember that on day one...
Neillsville High School Students Participate in Run 4 Roses AAU Tournament in Kentucky
Some Neillsville High School girls participated in the Run 4 Roses AAU Tournament in Louisville, KY on July 11-13th. They showcased their amazing skills and had an incredible time. Runners include Madilyn Davel, Sydney Subkee, Tessa Warren, Jessica Kuhn, and Laylah Walk. Feel free to contact us with questions and/or...
Beck Crowned 24-25 Miss Jackson County
The first event of this year’s Jackson County Fair was the crowning of the 24-25 Miss Jackson County and her court. Lauren Beck, of Black River Falls, was named Miss Jackson County. She is the daughter of Mary & Jon Beck. Miss Jackson County looks forward to building life-long connections with her court and the community.
Spooner Man Sentenced On Multiple Washburn County Court Cases
WASHBURN COUNTY (DrydenWire) - A Spooner, WI, man has been sentenced on multiple criminal cases filed against him in Washburn County Circuit Court. Avery Weaver, age 30, was charged following a March 2023 traffic stop by the Spooner Police Department. At the time of that incident, he was already facing numerous criminal charges in Washburn County and Barron County. Following that incident, Weaver received additional criminal charges in Burnett County.
Leading WISSOTA Late Model Rookie Suffers Mild Heart Attack
Leading WISSOTA Late Model rookie Shane Sabraski of Rice, Minn., the winner of 11 feature races and points leader on the KME miniseries at Gondik Law Speedway in Superior, Wis., has been sidelined after suffering a mild heart attack over a weekend when he won seven multidivision features, his wife announced this evening.
Rice Lake High School Student Wins 2025 Wisconsin State Park And Forest Vehicle Admission Sticker Design Contest
MADISON, Wis. (WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES PRESS RELEASE) - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Rice Lake High School junior Evan Strand is the winner of the 2025 Wisconsin State Park and Forest vehicle admission sticker design contest. Strand’s submission captures the essence of a...
Dairy Cares’ 2024 Campaign Raises a Record $453,000
DE PERE, WIS. (July 31, 2024) — Non-profit organization, Dairy Cares of Wisconsin, has raised a record setting $453,000 on behalf of the Children’s Wisconsin health system during this year’s campaign. That amount represents the best year in Dairy Care’s 14-year fundraising history. With that success, it...
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