By LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — Because the contractor for the Fourth Avenue project is taking such a long time to finish the work, the delay could end up costing Colfax almost $20,000 more in engineering fees. Lisa Fleming, a civil engineer with Ayres Associates, spoke to the Colfax Village Board at the June 8…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — Although the Village of Colfax’s fund balances are down $266,000 over the previous year, the village’s financial statements are still in “good shape,” according to the auditor. Eric Davidson of Bauman Associates presented the audit report and financial statements to the Colfax Village Board at the June 8 meeting.
Read MoreSummer approached Colfax this week. The weather was in stark contrast to the previous week. That being said here at the Big Yellow House we are simply not affected by the weather. It’s always the perfect temp for us to enjoy everything we do because of our state of the art climate control equipment.
Read MoreWith summer comes special celebrations like family reunions, graduation parties and weddings. While such events tend to generate large amounts of trash, they don’t necessarily have to when recycling is offered.
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph COLFAX — For the first time in a long while, lodging will be available in Colfax to visitors who need a place to stay. The Tapestry Trunk Bed and Breakfast will be open for business June 15. Located at 503 Pine Street, the B&B is owned and operated by Innkeeper Susan…
Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph CHIPPEWA FALLS — EOG Resources has filed an application to amend the non-metallic mining reclamation plan for the Dennis Schindler frac sand mine in Cooks Valley to add approximately 37 acres for stormwater management facilities. A public informational meeting was held on the proposed permit modification June 3 at the Chippewa…
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Read MoreBy LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — Although it was possible a plea deal could have been reached, a two-day jury trial is now scheduled to go forward starting June 18 for a 44-year-old woman accused of setting fire to a house in Colfax. Beth Mittelstadt appeared in Dunn County Circuit Court for a final pre-trial…
Read MoreOn the weather channel there was news all week that displayed hail, storms and tornadoes. We also had a flurry of activity here in the Big Yellow House, but it was all good hustle and bustle. The hustle started in the morning when Chef Tim in the East Dining Room made a special omelet for…
Read MoreThere soon will be a new food option for those in need in the Colfax area thanks to Colfax Community Cares, a group who is working with the Feed My People Food Bank of Eau Claire and the Colfax Caring Ministries to bring a monthly mobile food distribution (monthly food pantry) that will be free…
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