Spring Valley's Farmers Market up and running
The 2013 Spring Valley Wisconsin's Farmers Market had its first vendor set up on Friday, May 10, when John and Arlene Snoeyenbos of Ellsworth displaye...
Prescott Law Explorer Post competes in state tournament
Members of the Prescott Police Department Law Enforcement Explorer Post No. 3627 fared well in competition at the 38th annual Minnesota Law Enforcemen...
Police, Hospital team up to help youngsters about bike-riding
Employees from Allina Health and River Falls Area Hospital joined forces with the Prescott Police Department and Prescott Parent Association members T...
River Falls man dead after party bus accident
A 23-year-old River Falls man died late Saturday night in Ellsworth after he fell from the rear door of moving bus as came into the village on Hwy. 10.
RELATED CONTENTAssistant principal prepares for retirement
In his 38 years as an educator, Bill Fuller has worked with grades kindergarten through 12th, but this year he’s graduating with the seniors.
RELATED CONTENT4-H Foundation golf event set for June 10 at Kilkarney
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation announces that the registration deadline for the Northern Golf Classic is May 27.
RELATED CONTENTUPDATE: Eau Claire woman airlifted following motorcycle crash
A 21-year-old Eau Claire woman was airlifted from the Plum City High School football field to the Mayo hospital in Eau Claire late Saturday morning, May 18th, following a motorcycle accident on Hwy. 10, just north of the village.
RELATED CONTENTPrescott Kiwanis fishing contest June 1
The Prescott Kiwanis Club is hosting the 17th annual Kids fishing contest, 9-11 a.m., Saturday, June 1.
RELATED CONTENTMatzek eyes Pharmacy career after EHS
Rebecca Matzek has always been interested in Science. The question for a long time was what field she would study after graduating from Ellsworth High School.
RELATED CONTENTMoving forward with school plans
After extensive review of past recommendations, current facilities and long term needs, a facility committee recommended a new high school building and reallocation of grades throughout the Prescott School District.
RELATED CONTENTArea state senator greets Dalai Lama
State Sen. Sheila Harsdorf (R-River Falls)_welcomed the Dalai Lama to Wisconsin Tuesday, May 14 during his two-day visit to Madison to give a teaching, take part in a panel discussion at UW-Madison and address a joint session of the State Legislature.
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Improvements to lift bridge almost complete
Area News
-- Improvements are almost finished on the Stillwater Lift Bridge between Stillwater and Houlton.
Afternoon State News Briefs: LFB says new budget would cut-off 30,000 from food stamps
Wisconsin News
-- About half of Wisconsin’s able-bodied childless adults would stop getting food stamps, under a proposal in the new state budget.
Jury says Kohler must pay firm $10 million for patent violation
Wisconsin Business
-- A federal jury has told the Kohler Company to pay almost $10-million to a Massachusetts firm, for infringing on two patents.
Minnesota News Briefs: DFL will not give up on union bill
Minnesota News
-- The fight over the bill that inspired an 18-hour filibuster by Minnesota Republicans last week continues.
Editorial: Grow efficiently in yard, garden
When the great outdoors is right outside the back door, it’s possible to realize a beautiful landscape or reap a bountiful harvest without becoming extravagant.
RELATED CONTENTWIAA regional baseball tournament pairings released
Two Pierce County prep baseball teams will receive byes in their respective regional tournament brackets and two others have first round games next Friday.
RELATED CONTENTAfternoon State Sports Briefs: Brewers face majors top lefty tonight
Wisconsin Sports
-- The Milwaukee Brewers will face the Majors’ best starter tonight. Left-hander Clayton Kershaw will take the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers when they face the Brew Crew at Miller Park.
Minnesota Sports Roundup: Twins end homestand 2-7 thanks to sweep to Boston
Minnesota Sports
-- Boston's Dustin Pedroia belted a two-run homer and knocked in three as the Red Sox topped the Twins 5-1 to sweep the three-game series at a rainy Target Field.
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CAPITOL CHATTERCapitol, floods, veterans, disaster bills end 2013 legislative session
By Don Davis The Minnesota Legislature ended a historic 2013 session seconds before midnight Monday after voting to renovate the state Capitol building, help communities fight floods, give veterans...
5/21/13 at 1:16 AM
ASTRO BOBAre there waves on Titan's Ligeia Sea?
Cassini will soon make its next flyby of the planet's largest moonTitan to look for waves on the surface ofLigeia Mare(lie-JEE-uh MAH-ray), a large sea of bitterly-cold liquid ethane in the moon's n...
5/20/13 at 1:30 PM
HORSE SHOESOrb, Ruffian and the Triple Crown
I didnt bet on Orb, this years Kentucky Derby winner, but I should have. I should have noticed Orb was wearing the colors of one if not the greatest fillies of all time: Ruffian. Then, there would h...
5/17/13 at 10:46 PM
HEALTH BEATHealth care's new paternalism?
Is the patient's blood pressure at 120 over 80 or below and controlled with one or more medications if necessary? Check. Normal body mass index? Check. Recommended screenings carried out according t...
5/17/13 at 11:33 AM
SAM COOK'S OUTDOORSStill time to register for Hawk Ridge Birdathon
It isn't too late to register to participate in the 27th annual Hawk Ridge Birdathon, which will be held this Saturday, May 18. The object is to count as many bird species as you can within the 24-hou...
5/15/13 at 1:06 PM
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LIBERTARIAN PARTY OF PIERCE/ST. CROIX Maslow-The Poor- The System Part 2 and 3
Maslow - The Poor- The System Part 2 http://youtu.be/Pf9iCWL30dE Maslow - The Poor- The System Part 3 http://youtu.be/TqLfndmm_0Y...
5/21/13 at 8:29 AM
THE DIRTGetting stuff done
What a productive weekend we had! It was amazing. I need to get back to work so I can get some rest. ;) Friday my mom and I took our annual pilgrimage out to Sheldon to the Sheyenne Country Greenhous...
5/20/13 at 7:57 AM
FAR SIDE OF FIFTY Sunday Drive
We went for a drive yesterday to see the area burned in the wildfire last week. Quite by accident we happened upon the spot where it might have started. I am not a Fire Investigator..but if I was I wo...
5/20/13 at 5:05 AM
RURAL REFLECTIONSSometimes failure is an option
I am proud of my accomplishments. However, each accomplishment is built upon the silent soldiers of any task well done; failure. I was recently at my yoga class and found one particular move quite di...
5/19/13 at 7:19 AM
COURAGE IN THE KITCHEN Pan-Fried Asparagus
Chuck, Ive found a real good place for brook trout, said my father when he picked me up at the bus station in Hayward. The spring semester was over and I was home for a few days before heading back to...
5/18/13 at 8:15 AM
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