Elk Mound boys all alone at top of conference with win over Durand
by Marlys Kruger Sports Correspondent ELK MOUND -— When the Durand-Arkansaw Panthers entered the very full Elk Mound gym on Friday, February 3, both teams knew the winner of the contest would have the upper hand when it came to claiming a Dunn-St. Croix Conference championship. The game between the two teams scheduled earlier in…
Read MoreTeen dating violence and the age of technology/social media
By Alyssa Fahrenkamp, Family and Youth Advocate at The Bridge to Hope in Menomonie, WI Teenage years are often the years for dating, finding interests and connecting with friends. Most of these things involve the use of technology. Teens are on their phone constantly, whether it is to chat with a friend, look something up…
Read MoreOff the Editor’s Desk 2-8-2023
What would Lincoln think? “The place of Abraham Lincoln in history is not only secure, but it is one which will grow from year to year. His name stands first in the Pantheon of this republic, and his star will shine down the vista of the centuries, a guiding light to all who follow. To…
Read MoreSmith undergoes open-heart surgery first day of class
By Alyssa Van Duyse Chippewa Valley Technical College Sommer Smith’s second year of college was supposed to go smoothly. After losing her radio station account executive job, the Colfax High School graduate and mother of two daughters was ready for a fresh start. Smith began her college career in the Paralegal program at Chippewa Valley…
Read MoreDunn County ADRC: “We are here for you!”
By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — “What is an ADRC?” you ask. ADRC stands for Aging and Disability Resource Center. Every county is required to have an ADRC by state law, although some counties have teamed up for a regional ADRC effort, such as Barron County and Rusk County, said Tracy Fischer, manager of…
Read MoreOfficials announce major initiative to combat drug abuse and crime in Dunn County
MENOMONIE — A new collaborative program to address a drug problem in Dunn County that can lead to illegal activity was unveiled Thursday by law enforcement, human services and nonprofit officials. The initiative is called Project Hope’s Quick Response Team and Angels of the Red Cedar. The intent is to involve law enforcement officers and…
Read MoreImportant spring election! Supreme Court Candidate Primary February 21
This spring WIsconsin voters will have an opportunity to choose a new justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Who fills that opening matters, as the Court decides 95% of issues that affect our rights and liberties. It is important that you vote for the candidate that best aligns with your beliefs. fUnlike fall elections, spring…
Read MoreJeffery M. Barriault “Little Cutty”
Jeffery M. Barriault “Little Cutty”, age 54, of Blue Ridge, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on January 23, 2023. Jeff was born on May 11, 1968 in Menomonie, WI to parents Delore and Sandra (Bonte) Barriault. Jeff graduated from Glenwood City High School with the class of 1986 and was an All State Champ wrestler. He…
Read MoreKevin J. Sutliff
Kevin Jon Sutliff, age 64, of Boyceville, WI passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Mayo Hospital in Menomonie, WI after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on August 12, 1958 to Eldon and Dolores (Dougherty) Sutliff. Kevin graduated from Boyceville High School in 1976 with many fond memories of good times…
Read MoreDolores E. Sutliff
Dolores E. Sutliff, age 89, of Boyceville, WI passed away peacefully in her home on January 19, 2023. She was born to Violet (Schutts) and Karl Dougherty on February 23, 1933, in Downing Wisconsin. Dolores attended grade schools at Downing, Clack and Boyceville. She graduated from Boyceville High School in 1951 as valedictorian of her…
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