Torntore, Koch named new sergeants
Erin Torntore and Pete Koch were named last month as Sergeants within the Jail and Patrol divisions of the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department....
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...
Improvements to lift bridge almost complete
Area News
-- Improvements are almost finished on the Stillwater Lift Bridge between Stillwater and Houlton.
One airlifted following motorcycle crash
A 21-year-old male was airlifted from the Plum City High School football field 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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Farmington children sickened after attending Camp Pepin
Regional News
-- School officials put the total number of children sickened last week at a WMCA camp in western Wisconsin at 53.
Black bear sightings reported in Cottage Grove
Area News
-- Police said a black bear was spotted multiple times early Wednesday in this Twins Cities suburb, first in a residential neighborhood, then in a park and later along Highway 61.
Gov. Walker making more out-of-state political trips
Wisconsin News
-- Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker’s visit to Connecticut is generating some political heat. That state’s Democratic party is calling him a “goon” and is using Walker’s presence at the Republican’s biggest annual event to raise some funding of its own.
Sunday State News Briefs: Madison man dead after police stand-off
Wisconsin News
-- When bean bag rounds failed to stop his charge, Madison police say they were forced to shoot a 43-year old man who was waiving a large sword as he ran at officers.
Rural-urban split in legislature on legacy funding
Minnesota News
-- Rural and urban Minnesota senators battled Wednesday night about how to divide outdoors and arts program funding.
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 CONTENTOld Cowbelle: Graduation - Opening New Doors
High school graduation is the end of one thing and the beginning of many others. It’s actually leaving childhood behind and venturing out into the adult world. So many choices to make; so many decisions involved.
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 CONTENTBrewers finally break losing streak
Wisconsin Sports
-- A 10th-inning single by Jeff Bianchi plated two runs as the Milwaukee Brewers edged St. Louis 6-4.
Kelly plays strong third round at Byron Nelson Classic
Wisconsin Sports
-- Jerry Kelly had a strong Saturday round of four under par, passing nearly 40 competitors at the Byron Nelson Classic in Texas, but he still trails the leader by eight strokes.
Oritiz's bat smacks around Twins as they lose their fourth in a row
Minnesota Sports
-- David Ortiz smacked a pair of homers against his former team and accounted for six RBI, as the Boston Red Sox topped the Minnesota Twins, 12-5, at Target Field.
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CAPITOL CHATTERBill mixes paint, bees and farmers ... and includes an island, too
By Don Davis Paint will cost more and be recycled. Bees will be protected. Financially troubled farmers will be able to access state aid. And an island to provide more wildlife habitat could be built...
5/19/13 at 5:06 PM
ASTRO BOBDon't let Comets PANSTARRS and Lemmon out of your sight ... yet
What the heck have comets L4 PANSTARRS and Lemmon been up to anyway? Well, they're still visible in 50mm binoculars and small telescopes. You can see them both sans moonlight in the morning sky afte...
5/19/13 at 12:31 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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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
FAR SIDE OF FIFTY Some Blues
It was a long week. Last night I spent some time sitting outside in the yard listening to the thunder up north. It was almost a constant rumble..Chance even deserted me. Yes the Burr Oaks are stil...
5/19/13 at 5:05 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
WISCONSIN VOICES Amid a New Study, Questions Surround the Ongoing Mining Issue in Glenwood City
[first published on WIvoices.org] A new and comprehensive study on frac sand mining was released Wednsesday featuring input from a local man.Tom Quinn is the Executive Director of the Wisconsin Far...
5/17/13 at 11:21 PM
THE WANNABE BIRDERDo the Minnesota Vikings hate birds?
Probably not. But Minnesota Public Radio reports that some bird watchers are concerned about all that glass in the plans for their new football station. Birds, as anyone who has windows knows, don't a...
5/17/13 at 5:16 PM
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