STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association revised the 2021 Individual and Team Wrestling Tournament Series assignments and procedures. The WIAA Sports Medical Advisory and the Board of Control approved an increase to six teams gathering for wrestling competitions during the period of Jan. 17-23, and an increase to eight teams beginning Jan. 30,…
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Over the past couple of weeks, many Wisconsin residents were disappointed, shocked, and angered by either the national election results or the rioting in Washington D.C. at the Capitol. As Sheriffs of the State of Wisconsin, our duties include maintaining peace and public order. We acknowledge many people in our communities feel frustrated and not…
Read MoreMADISON – Clint Moses has officially begun his two-year term in the Wisconsin State Assembly. Rep. Moses (R-Menomonie) took the oath of office at a ceremony in the Assembly chambers Monday afternoon. “My constituents are my top priority,” said Rep. Moses. “I am excited to work for the 29th district ensuring they have a voice…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — Following a public hearing, the Dunn County Planning, Resources and Development Committee has directed land conservation staff to consider public comments and testimony and to bring a revised version of the proposed manure storage ordinance back to the committee. The PR&D committee held a public hearing on the proposed…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — Three candidates have filed nomination papers for two Dunn County Circuit Court judge positions in the April 6 election. Judge Rod W. Smeltzer, the judge serving in Dunn County Circuit Court Branch II, filed a notification of non-candidacy and plans to retire at the end of July. The second…
Read MoreMADISON – Scott C. Blader, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, joins with Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.), and other organizations, in recognizing local, state and federal law enforcement officers on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day tomorrow. The designation of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on January 9 each year was initiated by C.O.P.S.…
Read MoreMADISON – Rep. Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) was sworn in for his third term in the State Assembly on January 4. “Thank you to everyone who has put their faith and trust in me for another two years,” Rep. Summerfield said. “I am looking forward to the opportunity to continue being a strong voice for Northwestern…
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By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — After 42 years of service to Dunn County, Dan Prestebak, county conservationist, has retired. The Dunn County Planning, Resources and Development Committee held a farewell for Prestebak as part of the December 22 meeting. The farewell included a slide presentation of photographs and comments from people with whom Prestebak…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — All together, eight candidates have filed nomination papers for state Superintendent of Public Instruction, including one who grew up in Colfax and graduated from Colfax High School. A primary election will be held February 16, and the general election will be held April 6. Troy Gunderson of West Salem,…
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By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — A Dunn County judge has found probable cause for the second of three defendants charged in connection with a homicide in the Town of Dunn and has bound the defendant over for trial. Chad D. Turgeson, age 37, appeared with his attorney, Michael Covey, in Dunn County Circuit Court…
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