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RETIREMENT GIFT — Doris Berends shown sitting in front of her retirement display, testing out the rocking chair presented to her by Glenhaven. —photo by Missy Klatt

Berends retires after nearly 25 years at Glenhaven

By Editor | September 21, 2021

by Missy Klatt News Correspondent GLENWOOD CITY — For Doris Berends, the last two months of her life has been nothing short of chaotic, fun, monumental; pick an adjective. In late August, she and her husband Dennis celebrated 50 years of marriage with a big family get together. Then in September she and Dennis served…

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City to borrow $1.845 million for new municipal building, refinance old debt

By Editor | September 21, 2021

GLENWOOD CITY — The City Council set in motion the process to borrow some $1,845,000 of General Obligation Bonds to finance the new Municipal Building and to retire two other loans. The Council entertained Sean Lentz and Joshua Low from Ehlers Public Finance Advisors who will be handling the issuing of the bonds. Lentz informed…

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BREAKING NEWS: Suspect arrested in connection with Dunn County Homicides, authorities searching for second suspect

By Editor | September 16, 2021

An update to the Dunn County Sheriff’s Office’s homicide investigation, late yesterday, warrants were issues for two suspects in connection with this homicide case. One of the suspects has been arrested on our warrant by St. Paul Police Department and is being held in the Ramsey County Jail. The suspect arrested is Darren Lee McWright…

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BREAKING NEWS: DC sheriff has “high degree of certainty” suspects in quadruple homicide no longer in the area

By Editor | September 15, 2021

By LeAnn R. Ralph MENOMONIE — Dunn County Sheriff Kevin Bygd says he has a “high degree of certainty” that the suspect(s) responsible for four homicide victims found in the Town of Sheridan Sunday afternoon are no longer in the area. “We are confident that this was a place these victims were randomly brought to,”…

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THE GLENWOOD CITY Middle School Marching Band is shown performing during the Rustic Lore Days parade September 12. —photo by Shawn DeWitt

2021 Rustic Lore Days

By Editor | September 14, 2021

The 2021 Rustic Lore Days celebration, held Sept. 10-12, 2021, was a huge success. More photos will be available on our photography website.              

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A Bench Dedication in memory of the late Kevin Bonte was held Saturday evening, September 11 at the 10th Annual Glenwood City FFA Alumni Tractor and Truck Pull. The bench, which was made by Bob Dow, owner of Triple Valley Ironworks, who took over the trade from his grandfather Al “Touser” Dow after his passing, will be placed into its permanent home at the St. Croix County Fairgrounds over the next few weeks once some accessories are added to the bench. Family members and friends sat on and gathered around the beautiful bench which was donated in memory of Kevin by the Glenwood City FFA Alumni. —photo submitted The bench was made by Bob Dow, owner of Triple Valley Ironworks, who took over the trade from his grandpa Touser after his passing. The beautiful bench was donated in memory of Kevin by the GC FFA Alumni!

Bench Dedication in Memory of Kevin Bonte

By Editor | September 14, 2021
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2021 Rustic Lore Band Results are in

By Editor | September 14, 2021

Listed below are the 2021 Rustic Lore Band Results: Class A 1st – Amery 2nd – Elk Mound Class B 1st – Clear Lake 2nd – Durand Non Competitive Host Bands Glenwood City High School Glenwood City Middle School Best Drum Major: Elk Mound Best Percussion: Elk Mound Best Color Guard: Elk Mound People’s Choice: …

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2021 Rustic Lore Days Car Show winners announced

By Editor | September 14, 2021

GLENWOOD CITY — Winners of the 2021 Glen Hills Rods and Rides Club Car Show held Saturday, September 11 during the annual Rustic Lore Days celebration were announced at the end to the show which drew over 100 cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Winners received trophies in three categories – Trucks, Motorcycles, and Cars. The top…

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St. Croix County senior nutrition sites temporarily pause indoor dining

By Editor | September 14, 2021

As of Monday, September 13 the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of St. Croix County will temporarily pause indoor dining operations at all senior center locations in the County. This temporary pause is out of an abundance of caution due to the rising COVID-19 cases in the County and around the state of Wisconsin.…

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St. Croix County Public Health begins automated alerts regarding contacts with positive COVID-19 cases

By Editor | September 14, 2021

Due to the high volume of positive COVID-19 cases, St. Croix County Public Health may not be able to personally contact everyone who tested positive for COVID-19 by phone within 48 hours. Starting September 8, 2021, St. Croix County Public Health will begin sending automated text, phone, and email alerts to residents who tested positive…

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