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Work on Rice Lake south side intersection has begun; completion slated for August
Road work has started on the intersection of Decker Drive and Highway O/South Access Road on the south side of Rice Lake. Funded with help from the Highway Safety Improvement Program, the Barron County project aims to increase motorist safety. According to the state Department of Transportation, 18 crashes were reported at the intersection between 2017 and 2022, and all involved a vehicle entering Highway O from Decker Drive. Of the 18 crashes, 12 were identified as angle crashes, and eight of the 18 crashes...
Lakers set new records: With the end of another school year, members of the Shell Lake Laker track team establish school records
SHELL LAKE — Another school year has ended, but members of the Shell Lake track team set a few new records for the next classes to shoot for. Among the accomplishments were the new members of the Century Club, awards for students who earn more than 100 points in a season. Club members were Dalton Anderson 238, Brenna Shafer 221, Lucas Jacobson 206, T.J. Hanson 196, Liam Hammond 196, Chase Anderson 158, Athena Lehman 132 and Spencer Palmer 113. The 4x800 team set a new school record of 8:31.37. Members were Logan Christel, Palmer, Jacobson and Dalton Anderson. A new Shell Lake School record was established by members of the 4x200 team with a time of 1:35.36. Members were Chase Anderson, Jacobson, Hammond and Hanson. New Shell Lake School records were set by Dalton Anderson, with new times of 2:02.59 in the 800-meter run and 4:36.30 in the 1,600-meter run.
Lions distribute funds to worthy causes
SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Lions Club has been generous in its distribution of nearly $10,000 to worthy causes in Washburn County recently. The club awarded $8,000 in scholarships to seniors graduating from Shell Lake High School this year. One $2,000 scholarship was designated to a graduating senior going into the medical profession and six general scholarships of $1,000 were also awarded. “These scholarships reflect both the Lions Club’s...
Canes girls soccer honored for season
Hayward Hurricanes girls soccer players were honored by coaches, parents and the Heart O’ North Conference for their efforts and accomplishments this past season at an awards picnic Tuesday June 4 at the Town of Hayward Park pavilion. Coach Anne Kriskovich said “It’s been a lot of fun, a great time and amazing to get to know the girls as individuals. They’re part of my family now. They did their best, worked hard and left everything on the field.” ...
LCO University announces spring Dean's, President's List
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University (LCOOU) has announced its Spring 2024 President’s and Dean’s List honorees. To be eligible for the President’s List, a student must be a full-time student carrying a minimum of 12 credits while maintaining a 4.0 grade point average. Those who achieve the Dean’s List are full-time students who have earned at least a 3.5 grade point average out of a possible 4.0. ...
LCO University breaks ground for student housing
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University broke ground Monday June 10 for a new dormitory that will house 82 students on campus as part of its long-range master facility plan. The ceremony began with prayers in Ojibwe by Naaagaanwewidang (Mark Montano Jr.), age 10, and by Dennis White, faculty member. The LCO University Drum sang a welcome song and an honor song. One of the speakers Monday was tribal elder Maryellen...
Shell Lake All-Conference track & field
SHELL LAKE — Lakeland All-Conference track team selections have been announced, including several Shell Lake Laker athletes. 1st Team All-Conference4x800 Relay: Cullen Jacobson, Nathan Whitemore, Spencer Palmer, Will Malmin 4x400 Relay: Liam Hammond, Spencer Palmer, Dalton Anderson, Lucas Jacobson 4x100 Relay: Chase Anderson, Brennan Shafer, Lucas Jacobson, T.J. Hanson ...
Family team pulls off another Aquabug find
The Aquafest committee and Royal Credit Union congratulate the quartet of “bug” hunters — Collin Polichnia, Natasha Schick, Trinity Boulley and Christopher Sirek— for finding the 2024 RCU Aquabug medallion. The clue that led to this year’s prize was: “Fleet of feet, going north is passing South...,’ “Fries and cash and gas and dream homes...,” “A snap and a crack and a bed and a steam...” “Past pins and decor and possible loans!....” ...
Nurse Karyn Tiffany gets rural health award
Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative has awarded its Rural Health Ambassador Award to Karyn Tiffany of Hayward. The award celebrates employees who go beyond the call of duty and make additional significant contributions to the communities. Tiffany is an infusion and oncology Registered Nurse supervisor at Tarmack Health-Hayward Medical Center. She was honored for her work with Tamarack Health’s Community Team. That group focuses on community outreach. She is also the...
Hayward Lakes Outdoor Report 6-11-24
This week’s forecast has quite the mix, with varied chances for rain and thunderstorms from Tuesday through Thursday, and again Saturday. Enjoy the nice days, but be alert for sudden changes!. “Fishing on the Quiet Lakes is fair to good,” says Greg at Happy Hooker, “with water temperatures in...
Kayakers rescued in Mikana
MIKANA - Two kayakers were rescued from Mikana Dam on Sunday, June 9, after overturning in the current. At 12:30 p.m., the Barron County 911 Center took the call of the kayakers who needed to be rescued. According to the Barron County Sheriff's Department, deputies along with the DNR, Birchwood Fire and EMS, Marshfield Medical Center ambulance and the Rice Lake Fire Department all responded to the scene. The Barron...
HHS students create ooutdoor murals for library
Hayward High School Advanced Art students created a beautiful interactive outdoor mural this year on the grounds of the Sherman and Ruth Weiss Community Library in Hayward. Art Instructor Kelly Egger thanked Bob Miller and Arclin for their donation of $2,300 to pay for supplies and make this project possible. She also thanked Library Director Molly Lank-Jones for creating the opportunity to allow the artwork to be installed. “I had...
Aquinas overwhelms Cumberland in Division 3 state semifinals
GRAND CHUTE — This wasn’t how the Cumberland baseball team envisioned wrapping up its season. Facing the No. 1 seed in the WIAA Division 3 state baseball semifinals on Tuesday, the No. 4 seed Beavers were no-hit and suffered a 10-0 defeat in a game shortened to five innings at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium. Cumberland (21-9) was making its sixth appearance at the state baseball tournament, and...
Epic Bike restival draws over 1,000 racers
Pro mountain bike racers familiar to the Hayward-Cable area won the Epic Bike Festival cross-country races hosted by the American Birkebeiner Foundation over the June 8-9 weekend. Riders were greeted by mostly sunny, cool weather and packy trails. Saturday featured the 37-mile single-track Sram Full Epic, which started on the Birkie Trail near Wheeler Road east of Hayward, and the 18-mile Half Epic, which started at the Birkie start line in the town of Cable. ...
Golf association recognizes local teams
The Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin (GCAW) is proud to announce the recipients of the 13th-annual Team Academic All-State award, established to recognize high school golf teams with the highest “team” grade-point averages (“team” is defined as the five golfers on the roster for the girls’ fall 2023 WIAA regional tournament). Spooner High School achieved Honorable Mention in Division 2. Members of the team include Avery Voeltz, Layla Thompson, Ava Thompson, Lauren Chido and Whitney Rohde. ...
Speedway rained out; next races July 15
RICE LAKE – The Fastlane Motorsports Northland Super Stock Series, scheduled for Thursday night, June 6, at the Rice Lake Speedway, rained out. Three and a half inches of rain since Sunday, June 2, plus more rain that fell in the Rice Lake area on Wednesday morning, made the entire facility far too wet to hold a racing program. Track officials had held out hope that the weather might clear...
HHS track team concludes successful season at state
The Hayward Hurricanes track and field team traveled to La Crosse and competed with the best in the state championships June 1-2. “With a record number of Hayward athletes at the meet, it made for a great last hurrah for our track team,” said Coach Ben DiSera. Hurricane finishes included: GIRLS 4X200M RELAY — 11TH PLACE: Natalie Grubbs, Bri Hexum, Danika Kortendick, Avery Poppe. ...
Down the Decades
140 years ago In 1884: A fishing party was lost in a fog on the lake Monday evening and spent most of the night trying to find the way home. — Monroe and Noble have received a paper trimmer and are now prepared to trim paper for their customers. — The Rev. P.B. Morris of Eau Claire has been in the village during the past week visiting his son Sam Morrison. ...
Hurricanes softball celebrates championship season
Hayward Hurricanes softball players celebrated their championship season at an awards picnic Sunday June 9 at Stone Lake Lions Park. Coach Julie Zawistowski said the team “played with pride, purpose, resiliency, integrity and discipline in everyone. It’s still a work in progress. This team continues to grow.” The Canes finished as the Heart O’ North Conference champions with a 17-1 record and were 19-7 overall. It was the first conference...
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