Topper thinclads bring home pair of firsts from UW-RF Invite
RIVER FALLS — The Glenwood City track and field teams copped a pair of first-place finishes when they competed in the UW-River Falls JV Invitational held indoors at the Knowles Center last Friday, April 5. Although team scores where not posted, 11 schools took part in the meet. Sophomore Kyra Flick threw her way to…
Read MoreGlenwood City golfers finish 2nd in season-opening meet
MONDOVI — The Glenwood City golf team finished in a second place tie in its season and Dunn-St. Croix conference opener in Mondovi April 4. Despite limited practice time heading into the opener and cool and breezy conditions last Thursday, the Hilltoppers shot a 184 on the fairways and greens of the Valley Golf Course…
Read More17 Topper golfers in quest for third straight state trip in 2024
GLENWOOD CITY — For the upcoming Glenwood City golf season, Coach David Popko and Coach Matt Lamb welcome 17 golfers to the team for this year’s competitions. Having just returned from their second consecutive trip to the WIAA state golf tournament, the Hilltoppers are looking forward to a season filled with strong veterans and up-and-coming…
Read MoreStafsholt bill honoring fallen sheriff’s Deputy Kaitie Leising signed into law
Madison, WI –Senator Rob Stafsholt (R – New Richmond) released the following statement after his legislation was signed into law that would designate a portion of State Highway 128 in St. Croix County in honor of fallen Deputy Kaitie Leising of the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office. “Everyone is heartbroken over the loss of Deputy…
Read MoreWheeler Village Board approves applying for CDBG funds to repair village hall
By LeAnn R.Ralph WHEELER — The Wheeler Village Board has approved applying for a Community Development Block Grant to repair the exterior of the village hall. The funding would be in the form of grant money and/or a loan, said Don Knutson, village clerk-treasurer, at the Wheeler Village Board’s April 3 meeting. Knutson said he…
Read MoreSt. Croix Valley Genealogical Society to Celebrate 45 Years
St. Croix Valley Genealogical Society (SCVGS) became a chapter of the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society on April 19, 1979. It was organized by several individuals who shared a common interest in family history research. Initially the organization served Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix counties, but Polk County later formed their own society. People joined from…
Read MoreGlenwood City has been recognized for the past 8 years
GCSD receives national recognition for music education support The School District of Glenwood City has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. Now in its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding…
Read MoreNorm Hagen, retires his scissors after 70 years
by Renee Bettendorf GLENWOOD CITY – On a recent afternoon Norm Hagen, 92, chatted with several friends at his barber shop which has been located in downtown Glenwood City since 1958. The big news of the day was Norm’s retirement which will happen later this month. “Is there something specific you plan on doing…
Read MoreOlson, Lee returned to City Council, Stoner wins write in vote
Jess Olson and Steven Lee were returned to their seat on the Glenwood City Council in last Tuesday’s election. Write in candidate Jeff Stoner won the other open seat with 62 write in votes over the other write in candidate, Clinton Rassbach, who collected 18 votes. Bill Ross, who held the other open seat on…
Read More$18 million Boyceville school referendum question April 2 passes with 63 percent of the vote
By LeAnn R.Ralph BOYCEVILLE — Voters in the Boyceville school district approved borrowing an amount not to exceed $18 million for district-wide school improvements during the April 2 election by 63 percent of the vote. A total of 725 people voted in favor of the referendum question (63 percent), and 430 people (37 percent) voted…
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