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56-inch musky caught by Ashland resident
GREEN BAY — When Ashland resident and Mark Mackey’s brother called inviting him to come over to the Peshtigo River for some walleye fishing, he didn’t hesitate. “Bob said, ‘Now’s the time, brother.’ He’s been telling me about the 30-plus-inch walleyes he’s been catching for a few years now and sent a few pictures my way, too, so it didn’t take much to convince me to make the trip,” said Mackey. ...
Ashland County Sheriff’s Report
4/15 Caller reports they believe someone is trespassing at their neighbor’s property on Miller-Falk Road in Mason. The caller said a new pickup truck is parked there, but the resident that lives there is elderly and doesn’t have any family in the area. Caller on Circle Drive in Ashland reports a domestic fight. Caller reports...
Motorcyclist remains in critical condition following accident; Names of those involved revealed
The identities of those involved in Sunday’s motorcycle accident have been released. Mathew Dewar, 28, of Saxon sustained serious injuries shortly before 2:30 p.m. Sunday from an accident involving a collision with a car in the town of Sanborn. The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office said Dewar was traveling westbound on Highway 2 when Linda Stone, 74, of Odanah, operating a Toyota Corolla heading eastbound attempted to turn left onto Maple Street. That put Dewar in the path of the motorcyclist. Dewar remains in the hospital in critical condition, while Stone is home recovering from injuries, according to the release. The accident remains under investigation by the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office.
Pet of the week
Meet Amy Rose. She is a new arrival at the Chequamegon Humane Association. She was very shy and under socialized when she first came to the shelter, but really has bloomed meeting all of the new animals and people she sees coming and going everyday. She’s treat motivated and is learning by leaps and bounds. She is eager to find her new home as she’s pretty lonely being by herself every night. She needs a home who is willing to work with her and gain confidence, a leader is what she is looking for. She can be a little overwhelming with some dogs, and should be in a home with confident kids over 13. Pet of the Week highlights an animal available at the Chequamegon Humane Association. To learn more about CHA or view other pets available, visit chaadopt.org.
Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries following crash in Wisconsin
SANBORN, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities say one man suffered serious injuries Sunday afternoon following a crash involving a car and a motorcycle in northern Wisconsin. According to a release from the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, emergency personnel from the City of Ashland, the Bad River Fire Department, and the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office responded at 2:24 p.m. for multiple calls about a crash at the intersection of US Highway 2 and Maple Street in the Township of Sanborn.
Several Bayfield County projects receive funding
Several projects throughout Bayfield County have received grant funding through Enbridge. The company, along with its partner, Lumberjack RC&D, announced on Monday $350,000 in grant funding through the Eco Footprint Grant. In Bayfield County, funding will go towards the Lake Superior Watershed Project, the Mackey Wetland Enhancement Project and the Iron River Community Forest. The...
Northland College Notes
The Northland College LumberJacks baseball team dropped its series final at home against Crown College 5-3 in Upper Midwest Athletic Conference play on Sunday, April 21. Next up for the ‘Jacks will be a road trip to North Central on April 28, with a stop at UW-Stout on April 30. The team returns home on May 3 to close out the season against Martin Luther. Results April 20 Lacrosse: Cornell...
‘They are stuck in limbo’: Northland College once again delays decision on school’s fate
Northland College in Ashland has once again delayed a decision on the future of the private environmental liberal arts school, frustrating faculty and students who say they’re living in limbo. The Northland Board of Trustees said in a statement to the campus community late Tuesday that the college had...
Madeline Island residents band together to protect future of their iconic ferry
LA POINTE, Wis. (Northern News Now) - After decades under the same ownership, the ferry service that runs between Bayfield and Madeline Island is changing hands. However, unlike many business deals, the buyer wasn’t an investor or corporate entity. Locals launched a unique effort to keep the business that...
All about that bling
The Ashland Fieldhouse recently showcased a youth tournament where hundreds of athletes balled and two times more were there to cheer them on. Some teams had sponsors. All were subsidized in some way, of course, to make the trek from as far away as Thunder Bay. Which brings me to high school sports, real money being moved around, and players who have yet to don their caps and gowns from, say, Ashland or Drummond High Schools, profiting from their name, image, and likeness (NIL) while competing at the high school level. ...
Maintaining a gold standard - A Q&A with Ashland Oredockers girls soccer Head Coach Jonny BeBeau
Fresh off a 2-0 Heart ‘O North Conference win against a strong and emerging Washburn Castle Guards girls soccer team, the still undefeated WIAA D3 eighth ranked Ashland Oredockers appear to be picking up where they left off last spring when the team made it to state for its third time in four seasons. That wildly talented team largely returns with a bevy of seniors who are accustomed to playing in and winning big games, but who also have yet to gain a berth in a state championship game. This season’s ‘Dockers are eager to nudge the needle one more...
Bayfield School District, Red Cliff move forward with language immersion program
Marvin Defoe believes diversity helps students excel. One way of doing that is embracing the culture that the school district is in. Since many students attending the Bayfield School District are from the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa reservation, he believes it’s important for the school district to teach Ojibwemowin. The tribe’s historical...
Out of the blocks
The high school outdoor track season began on April 18 for select Northern Lights Conference teams, with some familiar names from Washburn and Drummond topping events at the Colfax Invitational track meet. Results were mixed overall as rosters for the two NLC teams are minimal when compared with most other schools competing. Leading the way with strong finishes were: Drummond Nora Skoraczewski: ...
Move over for utility and construction workers
As part of National Work Zone Awareness Week, Xcel Energy reminds drivers to slow down and move over for vehicles and workers on the side of the road — including utility and construction vehicles. Many drivers slow down or move over when approaching an emergency vehicle on the side of the road. Unfortunately, the same is not always done for the utility and construction workers repairing our roads and restoring our electric and natural gas service, even though these crews are also putting their lives...
GEAR UP FOR MASON DAY 2024
Celebrating unity and tradition: Mason Day 2024 promises a day of fun, community and memorable performances. Mason’s Student Involvement Organization (SIO) invites the community to the biggest event of the school year: Mason Day. Mason’s annual celebration promises a day of excitement, entertainment and community spirit. Scheduled for Friday, April 26, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at lots A & L near the Eagle Bank Arena, Mason Day is a cherished tradition that brings together students from across campus.
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