Prescott police officer placed on leave after alleged racist remarks, Floyd murder reenactment in Woodbury school

Prescott (Wis.) police officer Steve Williams has been placed on administrative leave after allegedly making

A Prescott police officer has been placed on administrative leave after Woodbury, Minn., school officials said he reenacted George Floyd’s murder in a classroom and made racist and disturbing …

Unique history display recognizes RF adventurers

River Falls native Terry Linehan is one of the adventurers featured in the River Falls Historic Preservation Commission’s “Spirit of Adventure: Tales from River Falls” display in the lower level of the River Falls Public Library.

RIVER FALLS – A new display in the lower level of the River Falls Public Library pays homage to “amazing individuals from River Falls who have embarked on remarkable adventures. These …

Kennett brings home new perspective from FBI Academy program

RIVER FALLS — River Falls Police Department’s Deputy Chief Matt Kennett had the opportunity to learn from some of the best and most experienced, taking on a 10-week course at the FBI …

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CAPITOL REPORT: Megadonors dominate 'era of the big checkbook'

The era of the big checkbook continues. And it’s factoring into legislative races in remarkable — perhaps unprecedented — ways. The latest reports to the state underscore the …

City holds budget workshop as process continues

RIVER FALLS — Prior to the Oct. 8 River Falls City Council meeting, council members attended a workshop regarding the proposed 2025-26 budget. During the workshop, there was a presentation …

Prescott Area Food Pantry adds pair of staff to divvy workload

PRESCOTT — The Prescott Area Food Pantry recently welcomed two more staff members to join long-time leader Pete French. Jen Kathrine will be taking over as the food pantry manager and Maddie …

PPCS provides Hurricane Helene relief

ELLSWORTH – Pierce Pepin Cares, the charitable foundation of Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services, is providing financial support to victims of Hurricane Helene. The Pierce Pepin Cares board of …

These kids were beyond excited to gather candy at the Ellsworth Homecoming parade Friday, Oct. 11.

GALLERY: Panther Pride prowls parade route

Ellsworth High School and Ellsworth Community School District celebrated Homecoming Week Oct. 7-11.

Government

County Panel approves 2025 levy, budget

The Pierce County Finance and Personnel Committee on Oct. 7 approved a property tax levy of $21,366,313 for the 2025 county budget after agreeing to $753,933 in cost reductions and revenue increases …

Crime

Felon found with gun during high speed traffic stop

Police reached speeds of 100 mph while attempting to pull over a Hudson man heading north out of Ellsworth Sept. 28. Chad C. Ridges, 37, posted a $5,000 signature bond Sept. 30 in Pierce County …

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Local businesses raise funds to help cancer patients with fuel costs

ELLSWORTH – Four local business owners are raising awareness about breast cancer, a cause close to these women’s hearts. Brush Strokes Art Supply/East End Gifts, Country Fit …

The Skinny on Falcon sports: Falcon football off to 4-0 start, No. 4 ranking in D3

Here's something you probably didn't know: If a football player goes blind, there's still a future for him. He can become a referee! Sick joke, I know, but I was desperate. Desperation leads to …

Spring Valley wins gut-wrencher over undefeated Boyceville

Trevor Forster picks up a big gain to help lead Spring Valley over undefeated Boyceville. Photo BOYCEVILLE — A week ago, Spring Valley football Head Coach Ryan Kapping said they were going …

Prescott finds the key as playoffs draw near

ELLSWORTH — Prescott volleyball is hitting its stride at the right time, as the Cardinals have won five of their last six matches, including a 3-1 win on the road against Ellsworth on Oct. 8. …

Pierce County Gridiron Greats: A history of the playoffs

There have been several great high school football teams from this area over the decades, but years ago there was no way to determine how they stacked up against teams from other areas of the …

EPC wins fifth straight against rival Spring Valley

SPRING VALLEY — With the second spot in the Dunn-St. Croix Conference on the line, Elmwood/Plum City volleyball entered an electric Spring Valley atmosphere and bounced back after a shaky first …

Prescott makes it to team sectional round by 1 point; RF advances to next round

The Prescott Cardinals took second place in the regional tournament in Baldwin on Wednesday and advanced to the sectional round of play as a team. The Cardinals advanced as a unit by the …

Shots from the hip: The latest on Prescott sports

The fast-approaching WIAA football playoff brackets will be set this coming weekend. Playoff prognosticators and bracketologists are waiting to see if Prescott will be placed in the Division 4 or 5 …

Catch up on Pierce County Sports: Oct. 16 roundup

Football Spring Valley moved to 8-0 after beating undefeated Boyceville on the road 19-18. Boyceville was ranked fourth in Division 7 on the Wisconsin Sports Network rankings and Spring Valley …

Resilient Prescott doesn’t give up in key Middle Border game

Playoff football started early this year for the Middle Border Conference’s top teams. The Prescott Cardinals should be ready for the post-season after finishing the regular season …

Community

Rock Elm Old Settler’s meeting will feature Rock Elm Disturbance

The Rock Elm impact crater showing the outer rim, basin fill, and central uplift.

A longstanding tradition dating back to 1886, the annual meeting of the Rock Elm Old Settlers will held on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Rock Elm Methodist Church. Lunch will be served at noon, followed by …

Empty Bowls fundraiser set for Oct. 24

RIVER FALLS – Soup season is here; join Our Neighbors' Place from 4:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct 24 for Empty Bowls - an event to raise money and awareness for food insecurity in River Falls. …

‘A Harvest of Poems’ at River Falls Public Library

The River Falls Public Library will host two acclaimed regional poets, Freya Manfred and Thomas R. Smith, at “A Harvest of Poems” from 6;30-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24. The reading will …

Tackle Cancer event set for Oct. 18 at Laney Field

Prescott Cardinals football team will host its second annual Randy Shaver Tackle Cancer event on Friday, Oct. 18. Festivities begin with a variety of “Tailgate for a Cause” activities …

Senior Gathering Place activities for Oct. 16

PRESCOTT – Fall has made its presence known with the leaves beautifully turning, chilly mornings and pumpkins everywhere. Many reasons to be out and about and joining friends at the …

Education

Spring Valley High School’s 2024 Homecoming court included (front, from left): seniors Lauren Bigaouette, Lyndsey Stark, Zoe Larson and Queen Raeann Traynor, junior Ella Stangl, sophomore, Madi Zimmerman, freshman Maddie Connors: (back, from left): sophomore Issac Koenning, junior Collin Brunner, seniors King Caleb Bartko, Cade Stasiek, Tanner Dicus, Elijah Haug and freshman Easton Hoon.

GALLERY: A Cardinal homecoming

Spring Valley High School celebrated its 2024 Homecoming Sept. 30 through Oct. 4.

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St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Prescott will celebrate its 150th anniversary Sunday, Oct. 20. Pictured are the church’s second building and third building, which still stands today as a private home.