The Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Chippewa Valley Chapter of the League of Women Voters are soliciting questions from area residents for candidates running for state senate and assembly races to be used in upcoming online forum events. “Candidate forums seem particularly appropriate and needed at this time when opportunities for candidates…
Read MoreMADISON — On September 18, Gov. Tony Evers announced he has asked for and received resignation from Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary Caleb Frostman. Secretary Frostman’s resignation is effective immediately. Department of Corrections (DOC) Deputy Secretary Amy Pechacek will lead the transition until the new secretary is appointed. “People across our state are struggling…
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Members of the League of Women Voters Greater Chippewa Valley plan to help register voters leading up to the national holiday Tuesday, Sept. 22. Curbside voter registration events are scheduled for Wednesday, Sept 23, from 3 to 6 p.m. and Friday, Sept 25, from 11a.m. to 1p.m. at Stepping Stones, 1602 Stout Rd, Menomonie, and…
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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced on August 13 the launch of Wisconsin’s COVID-19 Response and Recovery Investment dashboard website. The website will provide transparent and regularly updated information regarding how and where Wisconsin is investing federal funding, including significant funding from the Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. “From Wisconsin’s farmers…
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By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — Dunn County is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases that is approaching the possibility of overwhelming the public health system. As of 4 p.m. Friday, Dunn County had a total of 345 positive cases, of which 132 were active cases of COVID-19, said KT Gallagher, director of the Dunn…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — The proposed 2021 budget for Dunn County is expected to include a 2 percent increase in wages and a 2 percent increase in health insurance premiums. In addition to a 2 percent pay grade increase in wages, there will be a freeze on employees being able to advance on…
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The St. Croix County 4-H Leaders Association has honored seven local high school graduates with 2020 scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to 4-Her’s based on demonstrated personal growth, development and leadership, academic performance, community engagement, and future educational goals. Congratulations to these outstanding young adults. This year’s scholarship recipients include: 2020 St. Croix County 4-H…
Read MoreAt this time, St. Croix County has decided to postpone discussion and consideration of the Communicable Disease Ordinance. Here is the official statement: The St. Croix County Health and Human Services (HHS) Board has decided to postpone discussion and consideration of the Communicable Disease Ordinance. We have seen a lot of interest from residents wanting…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — Two candidates in the November election for the state’s 67th Assembly District spoke on Wisconsin Public Radio about a variety of topics, including police reform, gun control, COVID-19 and fair redistricting. Incumbent Representative Rob Summerfield (R-Bloomer) and challenger Dr. Chris Kapsner (D-Boyceville) participated in a debate on the Wisconsin…
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