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Boyceville School Board gives updates on summer events and projects
By Laura Giammattei BOYCEVILLE — The Boyceville School Board reviewed and gave updates for various summer projects and events that have been ongoing since school was released in early June.
Read MoreGovernor Walker releases statement on passing of Secretary Kitty Rhoades
MADISON – Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary Kitty Rhoades passed away today after falling ill this past week surrounded by her family in Madison.
Read MoreLichtscheidl new summer intern at Dunn County Environmental Services Department, Solid Waste & Recycling
The Dunn County Environmental Services Department, Solid Waste and Recycling Division, is pleased to welcome Abby Lichtscheidl as their summer intern Recycling Assistant. Working with Recycling Specialist, Amanda Haffele, Abby will create and present educational programs throughout the county to help improve awareness of the available recycling opportunities. In addition to conducting educational presentations, Abby…
Read More$10,000 cash bail set for Wheeler man charged with repeated assault of a child
By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — With a June 23 initial appearance scheduled in court, a $10,000 cash bail has been set for a 34-year-old Wheeler man charged with the repeated sexual assault of a child. Ryan N. Kistner is charged with one Class C felony count of the repeated sexual assault of a child…
Read MoreBoyceville man charged with felony firearm possession
By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — A 50-year-old Boyceville man has been charged with one felony count of being a felon in possession of a firearm for having a black powder pistol. Louis Allen Cave made an initial appearance in Dunn County Circuit Court June 14 before Judge James Peterson.
Read MoreBoyceville Ambulance has big loss, Fire Department gets better rating
BOYCEVILLE — Members of the Municipal Boards that control the Boyceville Fire Department and Ambulance Service were greeted with some good news and some bad news last Wednesday, June 15th, at their regular monthly meeting.
Read MoreBoyceville Ambulance Service honors retirees
The Boyceville Ambulance Service honored two of its members on their retirement from the service.
Read MoreEM achieves “A” on Compliance Maintenance Annual Report
by Cara Dempski ELK MOUND — Elk Mound has once again achieved an “A” rating on the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for the village’s wastewater treatment facility. Mark Levra, director of public works, reported at the June 15 meeting that while the system’s ammonia levels are somewhat higher than the approved “gold standard” range,…
Read More97th Colfax Free Fair starts Thursday
By LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — The 97th Colfax Free Fair starts Thursday (June 23) and runs through Sunday. Sponsored by the Colfax FFA Alumni and the Russell-Toycen American Legion Post 131, this year’s fair will have something for everyone: 4-H animals, midway rides and games, local food stands, free entertainment at the grandstand, a…
Read More67th State Assembly candidates present campaigns to local community
By Laura Giammattei COLFAX — Residents gathered at the Colfax Town Hall on Monday, June 13 to compare five candidates running for the 67th State Assembly. The presenting candidates included Rob Summerfield, Tony Zammit, Mike Hanke, Dennis Doughty and Travis Hakes.
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