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Bridge rehabilitation project on WIS 35 in Pierce County to start
MADISON, WI – To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed an $846,790 contract with prime contractor Pheifer Brothers Construction Co. of Neenah for the rehabilitation of the bridge carrying WIS 35 over the Big River southeast of Prescott in Pierce County. Construction is scheduled to start Friday, May 10.
Elmwood Enrichment Council holds Salad Luncheon
ELMWOOD, WI – On Saturday, April 27, 2024, the historic Elmwood Auditorium was filled with community members enjoying another delicious Salad Luncheon hosted by the Elmwood Enrichment Council (EEC). Attendees were able to choose from a large variety of tasty salads and delicious desserts provided by the Enrichment Council members.
Track teams earn points at Durand Invitational, conference meet next week
DURAND, WI – Taking advantage of a rare day of clear skies and actual real springtime weather, the Spring Valley track team competed well at the Durand Invitational here last week. The Cardinals had some of their best scoring of the season with just a few meets left in...
The Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener kicks off with events for all ages
(ABC 6 News) – Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes and this weekend, many will be filled with anglers ready for the new season. The Governor’s Fishing Opener in Lake City is an occasion for anglers of all ages. On Friday, local fifth graders got to go to fish school, or, Project WET (Water Education for Today.)
Event honors law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty
MADISON, Wis. (WEAU) - Four names have been added to the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial today. Three of them are from Western Wisconsin. “It’s really important for us, because it’s a Wisconsin tragedy that we’re recognizing. Each time there’s a name read, each time the bell tolls, there’s a family behind that name,” said St. Croix County Sheriff Scott Knudson.
House deemed total loss after blaze Thursday afternoon near Zumbro Falls
(ABC 6 News) – According to Wabasha County Sheriff Rodney Bartsh, a home northeast of Zumbro falls is a complete loss after a fire Thursday afternoon. The call came in around 3:16 p.m. at 34421 County Road 31 in Gillford Township, according to the Lake City Fire Dept. The...
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