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03/11/2026

New articles in Regional News including: Winter Fest ‘26 smashed snowmobile speed world records and fundraising records this past weekend.

Winter Fest ‘26 smashed snowmobile speed world records and fundraising records this past weekend.

03/11/2026

Looking for a place to plant a garden? Mayo Clinic Health System – Chippewa Valley in Bloomer and Extension Chippewa County offer a community garden in Bloomer. There is still space available. Garden plots are located along Duncan Road. There is no…

Looking for a place to plant a garden? Mayo Clinic Health System – Chippewa Valley in Bloomer and Extension Chippewa County offer a community garden in Bloomer. There is still

03/11/2026

An area farmer and former Rusk County Board member was shot in bed multiple times and killed last week with his wife charged in a criminal complaint alleging she was party to a crime of hiding his co**se.

An area farmer and former Rusk County Board member was shot in bed multiple times and killed last week with his wife charged in a criminal complaint alleging she was

03/11/2026

State Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) announces two bipartisan bills being signed into law. These bills focus on protecting our youth through preventative measures and early intervention.

03/11/2026

The Dean’s List Orchestra will bring big band music to Rice Lake later this month during a community fundraising event benefiting an upcoming performance by the Kids From Wisconsin.

03/11/2026

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) provides weekly updates on road construction projects in the following counties in northwest Wisconsin: Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jack…

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) provides weekly updates on road construction projects in the following counties in northwest Wisconsin: Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau

03/11/2026

It’s Show & Tell at the Sawdust Saloon at the Heyde Center For The Arts at Chippewa Falls. Script & songs by Jerry Way and directed by Jerry & Carol Way the show is on stage at 7:30 p.m. March 19, 20, 21 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 22…

It’s Show & Tell at the Sawdust Saloon at the Heyde Center For The Arts at Chippewa Falls. Script & songs by Jerry Way and directed by Jerry & Carol

02/27/2026

The ramp from County I to southbound US 53 near Chetek in Barron County is scheduled to be closed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 4. According to

01/13/2026

Jan. 15, 2026.

12/01/2025

Turkey Trot 2025.

12/01/2025

There are a lot of new displays at the North Park this year for Light up the Park. Scroll through the photos and enjoy. Better yet, if you're able to, drive through the park and see them in person!

11/26/2025

The Brian Bleskacek Family will officially light the park for the first time on Friday evening, Nov. 28, at 6 p.m. There will be hot chocolate and cookies. Plus a special visit from SANTA! So make plans now to attend.

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