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Aspirus names regional presidents to succeed retiring leaders
Aspirus Health announced this week the appointment of two new regional presidents. The appointees will succeed Robert Smith, president-Wisconsin Southeast Division, who will retire in September, and Brian Kief, president-Wisconsin South and Southwest Divisions, who will retire in December. Carrie Penovich has been named president-Wisconsin Southeast Division, effective Sept. 3....
Health officials in Wisconsin, Illinois report 3 West Nile virus deaths
Two people in eastern Wisconsin and one person in northeastern Illinois have died of West Nile virus, according to health officials. A third person in Wisconsin also has been hospitalized because of the mosquito-borne illness, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services said Thursday in a release. That state’s cases involve...
The Scoop: Reigning WIAA state champions DSHA, Prescott make presence felt in top five of inaugural GCAW state girls golf rankings
The inaugural Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin state rankings are out and there are two returning state champions in the top five of the Division 1 poll. Divine Savior Holy Angels (Milwaukee), the reigning Division 1 state champion, earned the No. 1 spot in the first ranking, which reflects results from Aug. 16 through Aug. 26. Prescott, winner of the last four Division 2 state titles but playing up a division in the first year of application of the WIAA's competitive equity initiative, came in at No. 5 in its first ranking as a Division 1 school.
UPDATE: Silver Alert canceled for 76-year-old northern Wisconsin man
HAYWARD, Wis. (WFRV) – The Silver Alert for 76-year-old John L. Kendall has been canceled. Authorities say that Kendall has been located safe. No additional details were provided. Silver Alert for 76-year-old northern Wisconsin man last seen a few days ago. FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024, 3:18 p.m. HAYWARD, Wis....
Police in Wisconsin looking to identify man who stole elderly woman’s wallet and charged over $10,000 to financial accounts
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in southern Wisconsin are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect who allegedly stole an elderly woman’s purse and spent thousands of dollars. According to a release, an elderly woman in Madison was approached in her vehicle after exiting a grocery...
Harris only candidate to protect women’s rights: Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Rodriguez | NewsNation Live
Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez says Vice President Kamala Harris is the only presidential candidate looking to protect women’s rights as she discusses the issue that voters in her state are focused on. Rodriguez also argues that former President Donald Trump will fail to pass universal coverage for IVF despite his statement in a recent […]
Former WI Legislator Steve Freese Dies
A former Wisconsin state legislator has died. The Telegraph Herald reports 64-year old Steve Freese died Wednesday morning at his home in Hazel Green following a battle with cancer. Freese served the 51st district as a Republican from 1991 to 2007. He also was CEO of Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association...
Wisconsin authorities arrest wrong-way driver on I-39 for operating while intoxicated
WESTFIELD, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Wisconsin arrested a motorist Friday morning after allegedly driving the wrong way on Interstate 39 while intoxicated. According to a release, the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office received multiple calls shortly before 2:00 a.m. regarding a vehicle traveling south in the northbound lane on Interstate 39 near Westfield.
Charter Communications to permanently close Region Operations Center in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – Charter Communications has announced the permanent closure of one of its Region Operations Centers in southern Wisconsin, resulting in over 30 employees being laid off. According to a letter sent from Charter Communications to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) on August 28, the...
Wisconsin To Implement New Driver’s License Testing Guidelines
This fall, a change from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation will impact a wide variety of drivers who require any class of a commercial driver's license (CDL). The change involves switching to a new testing system for all CDL holders, and everyone needs to be aware of the change and what it means for them moving forward.
Kaukauna veteran loses everything in house fire; family asking for help
KAUKAUNA, Wis. (WBAY) - The family of a Kaukauna Navy veteran is asking for your help after a fire badly damaged his home, including some of his most prized possessions. They say their son just purchased his home in November after working two jobs to save up for it. It’s...
HSGT: Kimberly tops Bay Port; Kaukauna, Neenah and Wrightstown win
GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- Thursday in High School Game Time the top two ranked teams in the FOX 11 Top 11 met in #2 Kimberly and #1 Bay Port. In the end, the Papermakers were too much as they topped Bay Port 35-14. Elsewhere:. Kaukauna 35, #4 West De Pere...
Thursday Football Scoreboard: Hawks Shut Out By Tigers
Week 2 of the High School Football Season kicked off on Thursday. The Tigers put on a dominant performance, limiting the Hawks to just 20 passing yards and 48 rushing yards while racking up 399 yards of offense. Wrightstown built a 22-0 lead in the first quarter, led by Aiden Humphreys with 118 yards on 13 carries and Cameron Schumacher adding 81 rushing yards. The Tigers’ offense was in full swing, scoring touchdowns on seven of their eight drives, with the only miss coming on a turnover on downs. Marcus Brezgel was Shawano’s top performer with 73 rushing yards.
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