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Area will celebrate July 4
On Thursday, July 4, America will celebrate her 248th birthday. With fireworks and boat parades, picnics and get-togethers, this area will celebrate the land of the free and home of the brave, the greatest nation on earth. Here is a look at what will be happening locally. Spooner The City of Spooner will celebrate on Thursday, July 4, with fireworks under the direction of the Spooner Fire District. ...
Six local veterans receive Quilts of Valor
Six Armed Forces veterans from the area received Quilts of Valor from the Hayward Piecemakers Quilts of Valor Stitchers to thank them for their bravery, sacrifice and valor in serving our nation. The quilts were presented during the fourth annual veterans picnic hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7233 Sunday June 30 at the Hayward Veterans Community Center. Quilt guild member Wendie Miller said the local quilters have presented...
Georges get a 2nd chance as Mikana parade marshals
The second time may be a charm for Ken and Becki George of Mikana, who have been re-selected as the Grand Marshals of the Biggest Little 4th of July Mikana Parade. Just after the parade began last year, a downpour drenched the parade route and strong winds whipped umbrellas and parade chairs around, prompting the announcer to tell everyone to take shelter. So much for the George’s moment of fame. ...
TGB Approves $500 Disbursement to Every Adult Tribal Member
At their weekly meeting on Monday, July 1st, the Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Governing Board (TGB) approved giving a $500 assistance disbursement to every adult tribal member at least 18 years of age by December 31st, 2024. The disbursement will begin sometime before the Honor the Earth Powwow and only...
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