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Governor Walker encourages public awareness and participation in launch of “If You See Something, Say Something™” campaign

By Melissa | October 5, 2012

MADISON – Governor Scott Walker joined Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen, Major General Donald Dunbar, and Assistant Secretary for Department of Homeland Security, Betsy Markey along with federal, state and local law enforcement officials to launch the “If You See Something, Say Something™” campaign in Wisconsin.   The national public awareness campaign is coordinated by…

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State health officials raise awareness about rabies prevention steps

By Melissa | October 5, 2012

MADISON – As temperatures drop and bats and other animals seek shelter indoors, state health officials are encouraging people to take steps to minimize potential exposure to rabies. Wisconsin is home to at least eight bat species, and some make their homes in man-made structures, increasing the chance for accidental exposure to people, and between…

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WisDOT launches new web site promoting safe walking and biking habits for kids

By Melissa | October 5, 2012

On “International Walk to School Day,” the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is debuting a web site aimed at teaching children about pedestrian and bicycle safety. The new site, www.dot.wi.gov/safety/kids, provides interactive resources that emphasize the department’s commitment to child safety.

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Area students are enrolled at UWRF

By Melissa | October 2, 2012

RIVER FALLS — UW-River Falls has some 6,383 students enrolled for fall semester. Area students include:

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West CAP Operation Back to School Program a success

By Melissa | October 2, 2012

The 4th Annual Operation: Back-to-School Program has once again been an outstanding success. 

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Sand Creek Chatter – 10-3-2012

By Melissa | October 1, 2012

Starting this Saturday, Oct. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Old School, Sand Creek Arts will host a Blue Grass Jam. Local bluegrass artists come together to jam and we get to enjoy their music.

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4-H 22ers take Mystery Trip

By Melissa | October 1, 2012

By: Tate and Quinn Russell Tate When I first got on that bus, I didn’t know what to expect.

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October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

By Melissa | October 1, 2012

(MADISON) – Are you and your family safe and secure online? Governor Scott Walker has declared October as Cyber Security Awareness Month. Throughout the month, ReadyWisconsin will feature easy to follow tips that can stop cybercriminals before they strike your computer or mobile devices.

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Birth Announcement – Jillian Jackie Rose

By Melissa | October 1, 2012

A daughter named Jillian Jackie was born Sept. 19 to Katie Nellessen and Adam Rose at Luther Hospital, Eau Claire. Jillian weighed 8 pounds and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Jackie and Tom Nellessen, Colfax, Ron and Diane Rose, Elk Mound and the late Jill Rose. Great Grandparents are Mary and Dale Jensen, Spring…

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Wisconsin Fall colors are here

By Melissa | October 1, 2012

By Kelsie Hoitomt The first official day of fall was Saturday, September 22 and the signs of this are all around us as the leaves have started to change to their bright yellow, orange and red colors.

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