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St. Croix County Board agrees to consider three resolutions related to refugees

By Editor | March 12, 2024

By LeAnn R. Ralph HUDSON — The St. Croix County Board has agreed to consider three separate resolutions related to refugees that would support a Wisconsin Senate bill, would support a federal bill to amend the immigration act and would pause refugee resettlement in St. Croix County. At the beginning of the St. Croix County…

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Glenwood City Public Library News

By Editor | February 27, 2024

Swing by this March for a thrilling lineup of events! Get ready for the legendary Dr. Seuss Birthday Bash, a sophisticated Book Tasting for grown-ups, crafty Monday Night fun, and an artsy Adult/Teen Craft. Plus, our spiffy new online Newsletter is on the scene – sign up to have it zapped straight to your inbox!…

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Glenwood City school board moves forward with repairs

By Editor | February 27, 2024

By Renee Bettendorf GLENWOOD CITY — At their committee and board meeting held on Monday evening, the Glenwood City School Board welcomed new board member Anthony Mielzarek. Mielzarek was selected by the board to take over former board member Nicole Miller’s seat in the wake of her recent resignation. “We’re very glad to have you,”…

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St. Croix County public safety referendum on ballot

By Editor | February 27, 2024

Hudson, WI — St. Croix County continues to be one of the fastest growing counties in Wisconsin. As we continue to grow, the demand for public safety services rises with it – creating a need for additional personnel that current funding levels cannot support. On April 2, 2024, voters in St. Croix County will see…

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City Council members’ pay to remain the same

By Editor | February 20, 2024

GLENWOOD CITY—Last month the City Council attempted to make a policy change that required a member of that board to be at meetings before they would be paid. However, that policy did not met the approval of the city attorney. So at Monday nights meeting on a motion by member Jess Olson, the council moved…

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Lions, Knights of Sight and so much more, Gross awarded Knight of Sight Fellowship

By Editor | February 20, 2024

By Carole Schurtz GLENWOOD CITY —  At its recent annual meeting, the Glen Hills Lions Club awarded Tryn Gross with the Knight of Sight Fellowship for her dedication to early preventative eye screening. Gross has been actively involved with the Glen Hills Lions since early 2018. The Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin recognizes members that…

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Mielzarek selected to fill GC school board vacancy

By Editor | February 13, 2024

GLENWOOD CITY — The Glenwood City school board will soon have a new face. Following nearly four hours of interviews Monday evening, February 12, the Glenwood City Board of Education selected Anthony “Tony” Mielzarek from a field of seven interested applicants to fill the seat vacated by the recent resignation of Nicole Miller. It is…

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Uncommon Conversation: Water, Soil, and Farming

By Editor | February 13, 2024

by Renee Bettendorf GLENWOOD CITY — About 30 people attended a presentation about how agriculture affects the local watershed last week at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Glenwood City. The event was part of the church’s Uncommon Conversation series where community members are invited to learn about and discuss local issues. Pastor Jonathan Zielske welcomed…

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13th annual Coaches vs. Cancer another success

By Editor | February 13, 2024

by Renee Bettendorf BOYCEVILLE — The 13th Annual Coaches vs. Cancer event held on February 6 at the Bulldog/Hilltopper girls’ basketball game raised over $18,000 for The American Cancer Society. “These two communities are amazing! We are very lucky to have such great support for this event,” said Basketball Coach, Jolene Bird. Bird coaches middle…

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Broadband mapping project: St. Croix County is making good progress

By Editor | February 13, 2024

By LeAnn R. Ralph HUDSON — According to a broadband mapping project completed by Hometown Fiber, St. Croix County has “very good coverage” of fiber optic cable to provide internet connections to county residents. Personnel from Hometown Fiber reviewed existing information, conducted field verifications and evaluated service levels to map broadband service in St. Croix…

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