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How sweet it is to give back
Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin’ Donuts at 2005 S. Main St. of Rice Lake, a joint franchise owned by Inspire Brands, gave back to the community in a big way on Saturday at its grand opening. Through its Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood program, the franchise raised $5,000 for the Feed My People Food Bank based in Eau Claire, which serves food insecurity needs in 14 counties, including Barron County. “It’s an absolutely amazing donation,” said Haley Stowell, the midlevel gift specialist for Feed My People. She said...
Down on the farm: Hay from the rain
While you must always make hay when the sun shines, the hay is not there to be made unless it rains. When we first moved up to take on working the farm in 1999, we had summers more like this one, with frequent rain and temperatures even cooler than we experience now. We hardly ever had to water the gardens, just as it was earlier this year. But then we...
Vance visits EC to contrast against Harris rally, focuses on manufacturing and border
EAU CLAIRE — Republican Ohio Senator and Donald Trump’s Vice Presidential nominee J.D. Vance visited Eau Claire on Aug. 7, bringing more national attention to the northwestern city in one of America’s battleground states. The campaign event paralleled Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Gov. Tim Walz, as both politicians landed at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport around noon. When Vance started speaking with the press at a local...
Guilty pleas entered in case related to fatal motorcycle crash
Two of the defendants charged in relation to a fatal motorcycle crash have each pleaded guilty to obstructing an officer and were sentenced to jail. Ashley R. Walton, 28, and Bailey A. Basham, 32, both of Rice Lake, were each charged with the misdemeanor on Jan. 30 in Barron County Circuit Court. Judge James Babler sentenced Walton to 30 days in jail, with Huber, plus court costs on Thursday and then handed down the same sentence to Basham on Friday. ...
Man accused of driving UTV and then a vehicle drunk
A Barron man is accused of driving a UTV drunk and then less than an hour after being transported home taking a vehicle to buy more beer. Darren D. Ormson, 53, was charged on Monday in Barron County Circuit Court with first-offense intoxicated operation of an ATV/UTV, which is a forfeiture, felony fourth-offense operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated and misdemeanor operating a motor vehicle while revoked. Ormson is free...
Man accused of aggravated battery by stabbing
A 26-year-old is facing a charge of aggravated battery after being accused of stabbing a man on Tuesday in Rice Lake. Jonathan T. Christianson, of Rice Lake, was charged on Thursday with three felonies — aggravated battery-intend great bodily harm, first-degree recklessly endangering safety and intimidation of a victim — plus misdemeanor criminal damage to property in Barron County Circuit Court. Christianson was in custody in Barron County Jail on...
County's new lakeshore tech aims to protect resources
Pat Brown, new lakeshore technician for Barron County, introduced himself to members of the Barron County Property Committee at its meeting Monday at the Government Center. He began the new position this summer. Brown told the committee members that he will be working with lake associations, lake districts and private property owners to identify anything that could lead to pollution of water, including invasive species. Brown said boat landings fall...
Olympics: Bednarek wins silver medal in 200 meters
Kenny Bednarek has added another Olympics medal to his collection. Bednarek took second place to earn a silver medal during Thursday's men's 200 meters final at the Paris Olympics. His time of 19.62 was only surpassed by gold medalist Letsile Tebogo of Botswana. The 21-year-old set an African record of 19.46 to win his first Olympic medal. Bednarek was the top finishing American as Noah Lyles (19.7) won bronze and...
Man accused of stalking by taking neighbor’s photo through window
A Cameron man is accused of stalking his neighbor by taking photos of her through her window sitting in her living room and then texting them to her. Christopher E. Rosenthal, 25, was charged on Aug. 5 with felony stalking and misdemeanor disorderly conduct in Barron County Circuit Court. The defendant’s initial appearance is set for Wednesday, and he is free on a $100 cash bond. If convicted of the...
Barron County Sheriff's Department launching new crime-fighting tools
The Barron County Sheriff’s Department has launched three new community tools to increase the public’s access to information. Over the next six weeks, the Sheriff’s Department will launch a new tip line, a crime information map and a way for people to help law enforcement with registering their camera locations. This week, the new Community Tip Line through City Protect begins. This tool allows the relay of tips and information...
Latest Marquette poll shows Harris, Trump in dead heat in Wisconsin
Despite a new candidate for president, the latest Marquette University Law School poll shows swing state Wisconsin in familiar territory, with former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris locked in a dead heat. Among registered voters, Marquette’s latest poll shows Harris with 49% of the vote, compared to 50% for Trump. Among likely voters, the survey flips, showing Harris leading Trump, 50 to 49%. It’s Marquette’s first survey...
Two new advanced practice providers join Cumberland Healthcare
CUMBERLAND — Cumberland Healthcare welcomes the recent addition of two advanced practice providers to the team in two different specialties. Ashley Regimbal, DNP, APNP, FNP-BC, will be providing care in family medicine, DOT physicals, women’s health and assisting in surgical cases. She sees people of all ages and is accepting new patients. She lives in Shell Lake with her family. “I care for people as a whole," Regimbal said. "I...
Harris draws a crowd of 12,000, focuses on freedom and the future
EAU CLAIRE — Vice President Kamala Harris looked out at the crowd numbering an estimated 12,000 on Wednesday and told them what many had heard numerous times — the 2024 election will be won or lost with Wisconsin. "It's really good to be back in Wisconsin," Harris said in her 23-minute speech at the Eau Claire Event District. "The path to the White House runs right through this state. And with your help, we are going to win." ...
Partisan Primary features race for 67th Assembly District
Two Republicans will meet head-to-head in the 2024 Partisan Primary on Tuesday for the chance to win a seat in the state Legislature representing the 67th Assembly District, which encompasses Barron County and parts of Dunn and Chippewa counties. It is one of several contests for political office — including that of the presidency — that will be determined at the November General Election. 67th Assembly DistrictTwo-term GOP Rep. Dave Armstrong of Rice Lake is the sitting representative for the 75th Assembly District. But under...
Olympics: Bednarek wins 200-meter semifinal to qualify for finals
Kenny Bednarek is back in the 200-meter finals for the Olympics in his quest for gold. Bednarek was first on the track in Wednesday's semifinal races in Paris, as the Rice Lake sprinter won in a time of 20 seconds. He got off to a quick start and led the entire race, only facing slight competition down the straight away from Dominican Republic's Alexander Ogando, who finished in 20.09, to also advance. ...
Bingo, Pokémon Party and more coming to Rice Lake library
The Rice Lake Public Library's upcoming events include Family Fun Bingo on Friday, Aug. 16, at 5 p.m. to celebrate the conclusion of its summer reading program. Bring the whole family for bingo and prizes. Celebrate all things Pokémon at a Pokémon Party on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 4 p.m. in the community room. The party will include activities, crafts, showing and trading cards and prizes. Book Club meets on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 5 p.m. The book for the discussion this month is "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt. Patrons are reminded that Richard Krohn provides computer help on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. and chess players are invited to showcase their skills on Mondays from 6-9 p.m.
Daughter gifts dad with $200,000 winning lottery ticket
MADISON — One lucky dad's Father's Day gift has turned into a huge Wisconsin Lottery prize. A Connecticut man, Burton Chase, was given a Wisconsin Winnings scratch ticket from his Wisconsin-based daughter for Father's Day this year. The ticket won Chase one of the game's top prizes of $200,000. A Vietnam Army veteran who has spent much of his life working on helicopters, Chase received a Father's Day card from his daughter a day before the holiday. After opening the card and scratching off the...
State Patrol's Law of the Month: School bus safety
The Wisconsin State Patrol reminds drivers to keep kids safe as they head back to school. As families prepare for another school year, it reminds drivers to slow down and pay attention. Traffic patterns will change as school buses head back out on the roads. Plan ahead and watch for pedestrians at all times. The State Patrol's August Law of the Month is school bus safety. Drivers and caregivers all have a role in ensuring kids get to and from school safely. ...
Property Committee gives go-ahead to explore other uses for campus buildings
At its Monday afternoon meeting, the Barron County Property Committee approved pursuing other uses for some of the buildings at UW-Eau Claire – Barron County, a request made jointly by County Administrator Jeff French and Campus Director Abbey Fischer. They sought authority to reach out, together with Barron County Economic Development Corp. Director Dave Armstrong, to increase usage of the campus by the community. Earlier this year the UW Extension educators moved its offices from the Barron County Government Center into a portion the campus...
Police Logs: Man threatens to hunt trespassing dogs
The police dispatch center receives several hundred calls weekly. The small sampling below shows their diversity. Monday, July 297:11 a.m. Caller wants officer to contact her father and tell him to contact her. She says she has not talked to him for eight to nine years and wants to talk to him. She says she calls and they know it is her and they hang up on her. She had already called law enforcement on this 20 days ago and her father did not call...
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