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West Salem woman pleads guilty to defrauding church of $832,000

By Melissa | September 12, 2017

MADISON – Jeffrey M. Anderson, Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced recently that Barbara L. Snyder, 59, West Salem, Wis., pleaded guilty Friday, August 25, 2017, to wire fraud and filing a false income tax return. The fraud and tax charges stem from Snyder’s embezzlement of over $832,000 from St.…

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Equifax data breach: WI banking industry has consumers’ backs

By Melissa | September 11, 2017

The Equifax data breach will affect millions of consumers, and Wisconsin’s banking industry stands ready to assist their customers. It is the banks in Wisconsin and across the nation that shield their customers from the financial harm caused by data breaches. It is as simple as this: when a breach occurs, banks often bear the…

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NICHOLAS D. OSTERKAMP

UPDATE: Altoona man charged with making terrorist threats against GC All-School Reunion released on bond

By Shawn | September 8, 2017

By LeAnn R. Ralph EAU CLAIRE — A 24-year-old Altoona man charged with one felony count of making terrorist threats concerning the Glenwood City All-School Reunion this weekend has been released on a $1,500 signature bond.

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NICHOLAS D. OSTERKAMP

UPDATE: Altoona man arrested for threatening gun violence at GC All-School reunion

By Shawn | September 8, 2017

AGLENWOOD CITY  —  An Altoona man has been arrested after posting a threat on Facebook to shoot participants at the Glenwood City All-School reunion during this weekend’s Rustic Lore celebration.

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St. Croix County Farm Bureau hosts Annual Meeting Sept. 20

By Melissa | September 7, 2017

Members of the St. Croix County Farm Bureau will hold their annual meeting on Wednesday, September 20, at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion in Baldwin. The meal will start at 7:30 p.m. followed by the business meeting. Cost: Free. All Farm Bureau members are encouraged to attend this important meeting to help create policy…

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Mayo Clinic-Red Cedar lists births – 9-13-2017

By Melissa | September 7, 2017

Menomonie The following babies were born at Mayo Clinic Health System in Menomonie:

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Wanted man captured

By Melissa | September 5, 2017

A man that eluded Dunn County Sheriff’s deputies following a pursuit August 30 was taken into custody without incident the following day.

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Youth learn life skills through the 2017 4-H Wisconsin Tour

By Melissa | September 5, 2017

Heather Vierling, UW-Extension, St. Croix County 4-H Youth Development Agent Youth development is a process of mental, physical, social and emotional growth during which young people prepare to live a productive and satisfying life within the customs and regulations of their society. Life skills are abilities individuals can learn that will help them to be…

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House family gathers at Lakeside Park

By Melissa | September 5, 2017

On Sunday, August 13, 2017, descendants of the 12 children from the union of Jacob & Augusta (Petzrick) House met at Lakeside Park in Menomonie, WI.

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Masons looking for a few good men

By Melissa | September 5, 2017

By Milt Helmer The Freemasons of Western Wisconsin have recently launched a campaign for membership in the gentle craft of Masonry.

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