GLENWOOD CITY — In an abbreviated open meeting of the Glenwood City School Board Monday night, May 9, and the executive session that followed, several personnel moves were approved. Under its consent agenda the board accepted several resignations including that of agriculture teacher and FFA advisor Sean VanderWaal. Also stepping down from their positions were:…
Read MoreBy Missy Klatt The Marigold Quilt Shop owned by Karen Myers is the latest business to lay down roots on Oak St. in Glenwood City. Karen is actually the mom of Jason Fleming who owns the insurance agency in the same building. One day not too long ago, Jason said “Mom do you still have…
Read MoreMADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in backyard flocks in Pierce and Sauk counties. Birds on both sites will be depopulated to prevent spread of the disease. Eleven counties in Wisconsin have been confirmed with HPAI in domestic flocks.…
Read MoreMADISON, Wis. – After a busy weekend of fire activity across the state, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to again remain vigilant and avoid burning as fire danger remains very high across most of Wisconsin. With continuing dry conditions and high winds, the DNR is anticipating possible powerline fires…
Read MoreMay 1-7, 2022 was National Municipal Clerks Week. In honor of this week, and all election workers, members of the Dunn County Area Retired Educators’ Association (DCAREA) signed a proclamation stating, “DCAREA members thank you for your work to ensure elections run fairly and smoothly. We salute you for upholding free and fair elections.” The…
Read MoreEAU CLAIRE, Wis. (May 9, 2022) — When schools let out for summer and families set off on vacation, the American Red Cross typically sees a decline in donors, which can impact patient care. It’s critically important that donors make an appointment to give now before heading out for summer activities to help maintain a…
Read MoreThe Wisconsin Association of County Agricultural Agents (WACAA) recently recognized several members during their annual awards and recognition program. An affiliate of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA), WACAA is a professional organization for county, area, and state Extension professionals to encourage excellence and professionalism in their work; improve effectiveness of Wisconsin Extension…
Read MoreIn an article published in the April 27 edition of the Colfax Messenger and the Glenwood City Tribune Press Reporter about the April 19 Dunn County Board meeting, it was reported that Patrick Breslin and Tom Quinn did not attend the meeting. Breslin and Quinn were not part of the roll call at the beginning…
Read MoreMembers of the Russell-Toycen American Legion Post 131 Auxiliary will be distributing poppies this month. Each year the American Legion Auxiliary volunteers distribute millions of red poppies in exchange for contributions to assist disabled and hospitalized veterans. Donations are used exclusively to assist and support veterans and their families. The poppy also reminds the community…
Read MoreTo the Editor: Many people talk about decertifying the November 2020 election. By law that can’t happen. However there is a way to nullify the election and certify the legal votes cast. Look at Wisconsin State Statute 783.03; “Election cases, trial of is very clear to what can be done to nullify an election. “(2)…
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