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Dermody Properties breaks ground on Wisconsin LogistiCenter
On Thursday, private equity investment management company Dermody Properties announced it had signed a lease with WestRock for a build-to-suit property at LogistiCenter in Pleasant Prairie, Wis. The new facility will be a Great Lakes regional corrugated operation hub of more than 580,000 square feet within that state’s newest rail-served logistics park. “We are pleased […] The post Dermody Properties breaks ground on Wisconsin LogistiCenter appeared first on Transportation Today.
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...
Audit: Wisconsin crime labs not meeting new DNA testing deadline
(The Center Square) – A new audit raises questions as to whether Wisconsin's attorney general will be able to meet a new state requirement to get sexual assault kits tested within six months. The Legislative Audit Bureau released its new report on the state’s crime recently, saying there are fewer requests for sexual assault DNA kits at the crime labs, but it is taking the labs longer to process each kit. ...
Copper Hills youth counselor charged after allegedly slamming teen girl into wall, causing headaches
IRMA, Wis. - A youth counselor at Copper Hills Correctional Facility is being charged with two felonies. 44-year-old Evan White is accused of physical child abuse intentionally causing harm and substantial battery intending bodily harm. The victim is a 17-year-old female inmate at Copper Hills. According to a criminal complaint,...
Milwaukee Bucks: MarJon Beauchamp Became 1st NBA Player Ever to Host All-Native Basketball Tournament
Everyone knows how Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo and his rise out of poverty. The Greek Freak went from selling watches on the streets of Athens, Greece to international fame, a two-time NBA MVP, an NBA Champion, and one of the highest-paid players in the league. It was not an...
New Stevens Point park could bring new wildlife visitors, causing some concern
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - A new park is set to open next month in Stevens Point and will be the first of its kind in the state. The new solar canopy shelter will be equipped with free charging stations for electrical vehicles, but some people on Facebook have an issue with its location.
'She who sells': Lac du Flambeau's Alexandria Sulainis connects with nature, environment through indigenous artwork
LAC DU FLAMBEAU, Wis. (WJFW)- "He or she who sells" is the definition of the Anishinaabe word "Adaawe" -- and the namesake of Alexandria Sulainis' Lac du Flambeau clothing shop. "Our whole life is kind of dedicated to artwork and education and culture-keeping and trying to live as authentically as...
Marshfield Fire & Rescue Responding to Anton Ave in Marshfield
MARSHFIELD, WI (OnFocus) – Please avoid the 400 block of Anton Ave in Marshfield. Initial reports suggest a potential lightning strike hit a house and caused a gas leak. Residents are reporting a big popping noise and their houses shaking before the incident. Other eyewitnesses report seeing a large bolt of lightning strike the area.
Man accused of stabbing Mosinee police officer avoids jury trial during plea agreement
MOSINEE, Wis. (WSAW) - A 41-year-old man accused of stabbing a Mosinee police officer has agreed to the terms of a plea agreement and will avoid a jury trial. Randy Beardsley pleaded no contest on Tuesday to battery to a law enforcement officer and resisting arrest. In exchange for the pleas, a count of substantial battery was dismissed but will be considered during his sentencing hearing.
Wisconsin Rapids Police Department Warns of Scam Targeting Residents
The Wisconsin Rapids Police Department wants to warn the community about a recent incident involving scammers impersonating family members over the phone. Recently, a concerned citizen of Wisconsin Rapids received a call from an individual pretending to be a family member in urgent need of money. It’s also important to note that Officers of the WRPD would never call you and request money.
Iola gears up for the 52nd annual car show with 'Happy Days' stars
IOLA (WLUK) -- Happy Days are ahead in Iola. The village is hosting its 52nd annual Car Show from July 11 through July 13. It's the largest car show and swap meet in the country with more than 2,500 show cars on display along with over 4,000 swap meet spaces.
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