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One of Seven Arrested After Execution of a Search Warrant Appears in Portage County Court
One of seven arrested after the execution of a search warrant back in May appeared in Portage County Court on Monday. Back on May 22nd, members of the Stevens Point/Plover SWAT Team executed a search warrant at 2817 Water St. in Stevens Point. The team then executed another search warrant at 500 Forest St. The warrants were narcotics related and multiple individuals were expected to be at each residence.
With Biden out, these Wisconsin Democratic delegates have more power than they imagined
The Milwaukee delegates have cast their lot with Vice President Harris. Here are the Democrats from Wisconsin who will be delegates at the Convention next month in Chicago. With President Joe Biden announcing Sunday that he’s withdrawing from the race, the nomination is up for grabs. These are the Wisconsinites who will attend the convention as delegates.
One dead, one seriously injured in ATV crash in Tigerton; alcohol said to be a factor
TIGERTON (WLUK) -- One person is dead and another sustained serious injuries after an ATV crash in Shawano County. Shortly after 8:30 a.m. Saturday, an employee of the Tigerton OHV Park and Campground called 911 after coming upon the scene of the crash, where an ATV had struck a tree in the Embarrass River OHV Park.
Police: Beware of scammers, hackers after IT outage
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - Last week’s global IT outage is still affecting some businesses. Local officials want to make sure it doesn’t affect your money or personal information. The Oshkosh Police Department is sharing a warning. Whether it’s scammers or hackers, officials say they may take advantage of...
Once popular spot for darts and brat fries, Emmer's will close after nearly 40 years in Sheboygan
SHEBOYGAN – The white walls inside Emmer’s, 906 S. 15th St., were already bare as owner Wayne Emmer, 80, shared stories and insight into the bar business on a June afternoon. The bar is closing after nearly 40 years in Sheboygan. Emmer has been semi-retired for the past few years as he’s gotten older and the pandemic rattled the tavern and bar industry. Emmer’s is only open a few times a week, with cornholes on Fridays....
Pulaski's Super Ron's Food Center is to be sold next month | Streetwise
PULASKI — A third generation, family−owned grocery store will be sold next month. Hometown Grocers will become the new owner of Super Ron's Food Center, 960 Brown County B, on Aug. 6. Nicole Milach, operations manager for Hometown Grocers, said the goal is to keep the store focused on employees, the community, and...
Christmas tours by The Oak Ridge Boys and Mannheim Steamroller to make Green Bay stops
ASHWAUBENON - The Oak Ridge Boys will pay a holiday visit to the Resch Center for a stop on the their American Made Christmas Farewell Tour at 7 p.m. Dec. 6. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Resch Center box office, ticketstaronline.com and 800-895-0071. Prices are $42.50, $52.50 and $69.50.
Former F-15 pilot recalls ejecting at supersonic speed
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - At Mach 1.2 (or roughly 900 miles per hour), Captain Brian Udell knew they were in trouble. He was flying his F-15E Eagle jet with Captain Dennis White jet over the Atlantic the night of April 18, 1995, when it developed a problem with its heads-up display.
Mid-State Technical College opens new AMETA Center in central Wisconsin
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - Mid-State Technical College is celebrating a new opportunity for students. Today a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for its new Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, and Apprenticeship program. The groundbreaking is after five years of planning and construction. The new building will give students and faculty a...
Hope Clinic & Care Center hosts charity golf outing at Butte des Morts Country Club
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – Hope Clinic & Care Center hosted their charity golf outing on Monday at the Butte des Morts Country Club in hopes of raising more funds for the organization. The shotgun start-styled golf outing saw several groups hit the links on a relatively nice day. All...
Manitowoc Lincoln Cheer Wins Awards
The Manitowoc Lincoln Cheer team brought home some hardware last week. The team participated in the Universal Cheerleaders Association Cheer Camp, where they were named the Most Improved and the Best at Game Day Sideline cheering. In addition, Bailey DeVore, Peyton Schwartz, and Eliana Nessman received the 2024 All-American award.
Officials seek appraisal of UW-Oshkosh-Fox Cities campus and its facilities before closure
MENASHA (WLUK) – The chair of the Board of Trustees would like a professional appraisal done of the UW-Oshkosh-Fox Cities campus so the counties have a better understanding of their assets they will have once the school closes next spring. The Universities of Wisconsin has been closing many of...
Northwoods small businesses receive funding from Main Street America grant program
TOMAHAWK, Wis. - Local businesses have received funding as part of the Backing Small Businesses Program from Main Street America. The funds were awarded in the amount of $10,000. Local businesses include Cathy's Ice Cream and Candy in St. Germain, the Northwoods Child Development Center in Eagle River, PROCESS in...
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