COVID-19
Xcel Energy suspends service disconnections
As communities and families face the challenges caused by the spread of COVID-19, Xcel Energy will not disconnect residential customers’ electric or natural gas service until further notice. This falls in line with the directive given on by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. This step will help ensure people have the energy they need…
Read MoreColfax staggers DPW schedules as a precaution against COVID-19
By LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — The Colfax Village Board has approved staggering the schedules of Department of Public Works employees, along with paying them for being “on call,” as a precaution against COVID-19. Different municipalities are handling it differently, said Rand Bates, director of public works, at the Colfax Village Board’s March 23 meeting.…
Read MoreSecond COVID-19 case confirmed in Dunn County
MENOMONIE — Dunn County Health Department (DHCD) was notified by a Health System Partner that there is a second confirmed case of COVID-19 in a Dunn County resident. The case is currently isolated at a hospital in the region. “We are working quickly to get all of the facts about this case including any close…
Read MoreSt. Croix County Register of Deeds to provide all services online, by mail, or through drop-off options
HUDSON – As of Friday, March 20, the St. Croix County Register of Deeds is taking recommended health and safety precautions to protect the public and reduce the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) by conducting all public services through online, mail and drop off options. Public access to the office will be unavailable…
Read MoreDATCP provides resources to farmers, agricultural businesses on COVID-19
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is providing resources for the state’s consumers, farmers, and agricultural businesses as they navigate the challenges presented by COVID-19. These resources can be found at https://www.datcp.wi.gov/ and include helpful information such as: • Information on Executive Order #72 and Emergency Order #5 regarding gatherings of…
Read MoreBVSD in uncharted territory due to COVID-19
By Amber Hayden BOYCEVILLE — With Governor Tony Evers shutting down public schools for the foreseeable future, the Boyceville School District has found itself in uncharted territory with COVID-19 still a threat to people. “We had decided to not come back on Monday with the students coming off of spring break,” said superintendent Nick Kaiser.…
Read MoreDunn County needs poll workers!
DUNN COUNTY, WI – County Clerk Julie A. Wathke is calling on residents of Dunn County willing to serve as poll workers for the April 7 election to replace poll workers who are unable to serve due to age or health concerns from the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. Dunn County has many dedicated poll workers, known…
Read MoreDunn County Barbershoppers postpone Harmony Show
The coronavirus pandemic has affected the Dunn County Barbershoppers in a big way. For the safety of our fans and singers, the Dunn County Barbershoppers 51st Annual Harmony Show has been postponed. As the saying goes “The Show Must Go On!”. A rescheduled date is in the works, please stay tuned. If you have purchased…
Read MoreColfax Public Library closed March 18 for COVID-19 public health emergency
By LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, the Colfax Public Library has been closed and will remain closed until the declared public health emergency for COVID-19 has been lifted. Based on recommendations from the American Library Association and the Indianhead Federated Library System, closing the library temporarily is the…
Read MoreColfax school board: school closed, all activities cancelled
By LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — The most pressing topic of discussion for the Colfax Board of Education at the March 16 meeting was the closure of school as of 5 p.m. March 18 and the cancellation of all activities due to the COVID-19 coronavirus. “I want to commend our staff and the administrative team,”…
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