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Library to host first of 3 Death Cafes
SHELL LAKE — “Let’s hang out and talk about death,” said no one ever. Until now. Shell Lake Public Library will be hosting its first Death Café on Thursday, May 30, at 3 p.m., with two additional Death Cafés scheduled for June 27 and July 25. It’s not uncommon to find the idea of talking about death uncomfortable. In general, we just don’t do it. Then why start now? ...
New Midtown Road recycling site opens with great success
SPOONER — The new Recycling Control Commission (RCC) Midtown Road recycling site opened Tuesday, April 23. The appreciation from the residents was overwhelming. In the four-hour time frame that the site was open, 65 cars came to drop off their recyclable materials. The RCC would like to thank the residents for their support and usage of the site. The Midtown Road site, located at 7592 Midtown Rd., will be open...
Woman, 81, stands trial on murder charge nearly 40 years after love triangle killing
BALSAM LAKE, Wis. (KARE) - An 81-year-old woman is accused of murdering her boyfriend’s alternate lover in 1985. Polk County District Attorney Jeff Kemp told the jury in his opening statement about the love triangle involving murder victim Yvonne Menke, Jack Owen and defendant Mary Jo Bailey. Kemp told...
WIAA Regional softball tournaments
SPOONER — Spooner High School hosted the Heart O’ North Conference Track Meet on Tuesday, May 14. For the girls, Cameron outran the competition for first place. Hayward won first place in the boys division. Team scoresGirls 1. Cameron — 145 points 2. Hayward — 124.50 ...
Memorial Day observances to honor area’s deceased veterans
SPOONER — Memorial Day weekend is upon us. We will soon gather throughout Washburn County at small cemeteries and memorials with fond memories of relatives and friends who died while serving America as a member of the Armed Forces. We will honor their service with flags, wreaths, thanks, salutes and tears. And though the pain of loss will be tough, and many tears will flow, our hearts will fill with pride for their sacrifice to preserve our freedom. ...
Man pleads guilty to recklessly endangering safety, OWI
A Sarona man who was driving under the influence with a 3-year-old child in a vehicle that was involved in a crash pleaded guilty to two charges, plus more in separate cases, on Thursday. Anthony J. Schaffner, 33, pleaded guilty in one case to a felony charge of second-degree recklessly endangering safety and misdemeanor first-offense OWI with a passenger younger than 16. A count of neglecting a child was dismissed, while operating w/PAC with a passenger younger than 16 and three bail jumping charges were...
Dairyland Power and Barron Electric Cooperative support Regional Hospice Services - Washburn County
LA CROSSE — Dairyland Power Cooperative, in collaboration with Barron Electric Cooperative, teamed up to donate $2,000 to Regional Hospice Services — Washburn County, demonstrating their ongoing commitment to supporting the communities they serve through the Cooperative Contributions Program. The $2,000 donation reflects the shared values of Dairyland Power and Barron Electric Cooperative in extending critical support to local health care services. Hospice care is a patient-centered, family-oriented approach to care for anyone with a life-limiting illness. ...
Spooner care centers under new ownership
SPOONER — Dove Healthcare, a Wisconsin-based post-acute and long-term care provider, has announced the purchase of a skilled nursing center and an assisted living residence in Spooner. Maple Ridge Care Center is now Dove Healthcare — Spooner and The Villas at Maple Ridge is now Dove Healthcare — Spooner Assisted Living. The acquisition includes the attached Spooner Business Center where 10 local businesses lease space. Dove Healthcare CEO Jeremy Kiley...
Neighbor to Neighbor enters year 3 of capital campaign
SPOONER — Two years ago, Washburn County residents Carolyn Cleveland and her late husband, Dave, pledged a three-year matching grant to Neighbor to Neighbor, which has generated more than $200,000 in donations for the nonprofit that helps seniors and disabled people live independently in their homes. Neighbor to Neighbor is now entering the third year of its capital campaign and is requesting contributions from individuals and businesses. “Dave and I envisioned a generous community response to our challenge grant to Neighbor to Neighbor, and it...
Frederic man arrested under suspicion of OWI - 6th offense
BURNETT COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - A Frederic man was arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol for suspicion of OWI - 6th offense Saturday morning. According to the Wisconsin State Patrol, a trooper initiated a traffic stop on County Highway B and Lind Road near Sired for a traffic violation around 12:45 a.m. When contacting the driver, the trooper reported signs of impairment. The driver, 48-year-old Jeremy Carlson was arrested, taken to the hospital for a blood test and then to the Burnett County Jail.
Rails catch fire late, storm back for a Regional victory
SPOONER — It wasn’t looking good for the hometown Spooner Rails softball team. In the 4th inning, the Rails were trailing the visiting Cumberland Beavers 4-0 and showing very little fire in the WIAA Division 3 Regional opener. Then, however, the No. 2-seeded Rails came to life, ignited by a flurry of hits in the 4th and 5th innings as they grabbed the lead 5-4 and went on to the come-from-behind win. ...
Washburn County commencement ceremonies May 24, 31
WASHBURN COUNTY — Washburn County school districts will be holding their graduations Friday, May 24. Shell Lake High School’s commencement ceremony will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. in the school performance gym. Valedictorian is Kylee Dahlstrom and salutatorian is Emily Swan. Spooner High School will have its graduation ceremony at 7 p.m. in the high school gym. Valedictorian is Luke Popp and salutatorian is Carson Klein. Northwood School in Minong will hold commencement at 7 p.m. in the Richards Auditorium. Valedictorian is Zoya Rich, and salutatorian is Zoey Wilson. Birchwood School’s graduation will be Friday, May 31, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the school. Valedictorian is Josh Weatherhead and salutatorian is Naomi (Theresa) Labahn.
Police Foundation to host Memorial Day Murph
SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake Police Foundation is asking everyone to join them to remember those heroes who courageously gave their lives for our freedom on Monday, May 27, from 7 to 10 a.m. at Live Fast Fit Free. Live Fast Fit Free, located at 125 Anderson Ave., is offering access to their equipment to those doing a “Murph” in honor of fallen Navy Seal Lt. Michael P. Murphy, a place to stop during your normal run or just to stop in and visit....
Spooner Cardinals return: Red Birds open 2024 baseball season with win
SPOONER — Now it feels like summertime! Baseballs are flying, bats are cracking out long hits and the Spooner Cardinals baseball team is back in action. The Cardinals opened their 2024 baseball season with a nice win at Merchant Park on Saturday, May 18. Cardinals 7, Eau Claire Cavaliers 4 The Spooner Cardinals opened their 2024 season with a home win over the Eau Claire Cavaliers by a score of...
HHS boys track squad wins Heart O' North title
The Hayward Hurricanes boys track and field team won the Heart O’ North Conference championship in Spooner Tuesday May 15, while the Hurricane girls placed second to Cameron. Boys results Team scores: Hayward, 155; Ashland, 133.5; St. Croix Falls, 70.5; Ladysmith, 69; Cameron, 59; Northwestern, 59; Chetek-Weyerhaeuser, 56; Cumberland, 46.5; Barron, 33.5; Spooner, 19. Hayward...
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