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Looney Lutherans perform at Cozy Theatre in Colfax
Dunn County Sheriff squad car struck while assisting at crash on I-94
MENOMONIE — On Wednesday, November 13, at 3:40 p.m. a crash occurred on I-94 eastbound at mile marker 41 near Menomonie. While assisting at a crash scene on I-94 a Dunn County Sheriffs squad was struck by a pickup truck. The deputy’s vehicle was struck when the truck lost control on the highway as traffic…
Read MoreVeterans Day program included dedication of flagpole and presentation to World War II veteran
By LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — The Veterans Day program at Colfax High School November 11 included the dedication of the flagpole at Tom Prince Memorial Park and the presentation of a plaque to World War II veteran Vernoid Hoveland. Colfax High School and UW-Madison USAF ROTC graduate, retired U.S. Air Force pilot Lt. Col.…
Read MoreAttorney General William P. Barr announces launch of Project Guardian
Western District of Wisconsin MADISON, WIS. – Attorney General William P. Barr announced the launch of Project Guardian, a new initiative designed to reduce gun violence and enforce federal firearms laws across the country. Specifically, Project Guardian focuses on investigating, prosecuting, and preventing gun crimes. Reducing gun violence and enforcing federal firearms laws have always…
Read MoreDunn County Board’s legislative agenda includes nursing homes, mental health and land use
By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — The Dunn County Board has approved a “legislative agenda” with 23 items, including more Medicaid reimbursement for nursing homes, the shortage of mental health bed space statewide and issues related to land use. Last February, the Dunn County Board met with state legislators who represent Dunn County to discuss…
Read MoreDunn County approves $84 million budget for 2020 and $23 million property tax levy
By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — The Dunn County Board has approved an expense budget of $83,945,949 for 2020, along with a property tax levy of $23,019,685. The proposed 2020 budget has been amended since it was published as is required by state law, said Keith Strey, chief financial officer for Dunn County, during the…
Read More“Quilt Review” at the Tapestry Trunk B&B November 23
COLFAX — Are you a quilt lover or a lover of quilting? A Quilt Review will be held at the Tapestry Trunk Bed and Breakfast from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, November 23, to coincide with the annual Merry Mixers Lefse and Craft Sale at the Grapevine Senior Center in Colfax. Special quilts, vintage…
Read MoreColfax Health and Rehab – 11-20-2019
News for the Week of November 10-16: Monday morning our craft group gathered in the Square. Currently, we’re working on sewing soup bowl holders for our upcoming craft sale. In the afternoon, residents lined up to get their nails painted. A fresh manicure always lifts the spirits! Tuesday morning means cards flying with Al, Gus,…
Read MoreMan gets long sentence when drugs are found during Dunn County traffic stop
MADISON, WI—A 46-year old Chicago was sentenced after drugs were found in his vehicle during a traffic stop in Dunn County. According to a news release, Scott C. Blader, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin announced that Fred McGee was sentenced on November 8th to 84 months in federal prison for possessing…
Read MoreDunn County considering changes to solid waste and recycling program
By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — Dunn County is considering changes to the solid waste and recycling program that could include reducing the number of hours when the collection sites are open. Recycling is experiencing a crisis world wide that has resulted in solid waste and recycling programs across the country, including Dunn County, receiving…
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