Glenwood City
Clean water advocate wins local labor recognition award
Virginia Drath of Emerald, WI in St. Croix County, won this years “Labor Recognition” award for her tireless efforts on water quality for rural families in her neighborhood. Laurie Gruber, Secretary of the Greater West Central Area Labor Council (GWCALC) presented Virginia with the award during their Labor Fest Event earlier this month. AFSCME Retiree…
Read MoreSmall fire in heating unit clears school
A small fire in one of the Glenwood City School buildings rooftop heating unit cleared staff and students out of the school building for just under one hour on September 27th. There were no injuries reported and just a little smoke was reported in the school building. The following is a report from District Administrator…
Read MoreChuck Draxler named Wisconsin music education association distinguished school board member
Each year, the Wisconsin Music Educators Association (WMEA) recognizes a school board member who is an advocate for the importance of music education in school programs. As such, WMEA has established an award to celebrate individuals who have advocated to ensure that all students receive a well-rounded education that includes music. Glenwood City school board…
Read MoreLocal author Sue Berg regales area library patrons with Driftless series
By Missy Klatt Author and native Glenwoodite, Sue Berg, entertained library patrons this past Thursday evening, September 14, at the Glenwood City Public Library about her books, the Jim Higgins Driftless Mystery series and how she goes about writing and publishing them. She also entertained questions from the group and had books available for sale…
Read MoreSnow, topic at City Council meeting
With winter season fast approaching, the City Council is taking action to reduce snow removal costs in the city budget. Mayor Rob Unruh informed other members of the city council that the city overspent the snow removal budget by $54,000 last season. So the council spent considerable time working out a plan in an attempt…
Read MoreGlenwood City school board approves nearly $300,000 in storm-damage related repairs
GLENWOOD CITY — The Glenwood City Board of Education approved expenditures of nearly $300,000 to repair the damage done to the district’s buildings and facilities by straight line winds during the July 19 storm that hit the area. The funds were approved during the Board’s regular session held this past Monday evening, September 11. The…
Read More2023 Rustic Lore car show winners announced
GLENWOOD CITY — Winners of the 2023 Rustic Lore Car Show are listed below. Cars – Top 20 •Josh Johnson – ‘67 Chevy Camaro •Tom Jeske – ‘72 Pontiac GTO •Michelle – Odden ‘92 Ford Mustang Convertible •Mike Lundin – ‘72 Plymouth Baracuda •Michael Johnson – ‘74 Dodge Challenger •Ed Colburn – ‘64 Chevy Nova…
Read More2023 Rustic Lore Days Marching Band Results
The results from the Marching Band compeition at the 2023 Rustic Lore Padre held September 10, are as follows: Class A 1st – Amery High School 84.3 2nd – Elk Mound High School 73.4 Class B 1st – Clear Lake High School 66.5 2nd – Spring Valley High School 61.5 3rd – Durand High School…
Read More2023 Rustic Lore Days Grand Marshals, John and Faye Steffen, to lead home-town festivities
John was born in Minneapolis, MN to George and Monica Steffen (Grand Marshals in 1980), but quickly found Glenwood City to be home as he moved here when he was 3-years old. John is a middle child, as he is the fourth of six children. John attended school in Glenwood City, graduating in the Class…
Read MoreRockin’ and Rollin’ — Rustic Lore Days runs Sept. 8 – 10
By LeAnn R. Ralph GLENWOOD CITY — Under the theme “Rockin’ and Rollin’,” Rustic Lore Days in Glenwood City begins this Friday, September 8, and runs through Sunday, September 10. The Golden Wheel Hunt begins today, September 6, and clues will be posted daily at Consumers Co-op, Hiawatha National Bank, Nilssen’s Foods, Glenwood City Hall,…
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