District 30 candidates share views on voters’ most important issues

District 30 challenger Kevin Knoke (left) and incumbent Shannon Zimmerman (right) stated their cases and views in front of a full house at Hudson’s First Presbyterian Church on Oct. 13.

HUDSON — District 30 State Representative candidates Shannon Zimmerman and Kevin Knoke took on topics including the education funding formula, the state surplus, affordability, healthcare and data …

RF Council floats idea of data center moratorium

River Falls City Council Chambers was packed Oct. 13 when the council discussed a data center moratorium on its agenda.

RIVER FALLS — A packed house at the Oct. 13 River Falls City Council meeting urged the city to pass a moratorium on data centers and to take precautions to ensure a safe Election Day on Nov. 3. …

The importance of poll workers to the election process

The Martell Town Hall, like other polling places, will be open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3 for Election Day.

TOWN OF MARTELL – “Having been a poll worker for 10 years and now running the election, I have found that a lot of people do not have a strong understanding of what poll workers do to protect our …

More local news

WisDOT seeking public input on WIS 29 bridge maintenance project

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on a proposed maintenance project on the bridge that carries WIS 29 over the Trimbelle River east of the city of River …

BCPL launches maple syrup initiative to generate new revenue for WI education

MADISON — The Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL) today announced a new sugarbush project that will allow maple trees on school trust lands to generate revenue for public education. …

Positive open enrollment numbers aid Elmwood district’s budget

ELMWOOD — The Elmwood School Board approved the 2026-27 district budget at Monday’s meeting, with Superintendent Glenn Webb sharing trends in the numbers since his arrival to the position in …

State ballot choices set for Nov. 3

The fall general election arrives in earnest Tuesday, Nov. 3. With early in person voting now in progress, these are the ballot candidates for state executive and legislative branch races. …

Community brings Halloween festival dream to life

ELLSWORTH – The Haunted Fairgrounds Festival scheduled for 2-8 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Pierce County Fairgrounds, hosted by The Witch on West Warner, has grown bigger than the organizers ever thought …

Government

Glade Ave. bridge leads discussion again during budget conversation

SPRING VALLEY — The village is back to pondering Glade Avenue bridge plans after having preliminary budget discussions during the Oct. 7 Spring Valley Village Board meeting. The finance …

Crime

Man crashes moped, arrested for 8th OWI

BELDENVILLE – A River Falls man was arrested for his eighth OWI after crashing a moped at a local bar and trying to fight the bar owner. Floyd William Cook, 56, was ordered to pay $500 …

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RF man found dead outside apartment

Woman found dead on train tracks

Longtime Hastings sports figure charged with 13 felonies

Community brings Halloween festival dream to life

District 30 candidates share views on voters’ most important issues

Business

Ellsworth Community School District honors local businesses for their support

The Ellsworth School Board recently recognized Country Fit Wellness & Nutrition, Common Man Tap & Table, and Nilssen's Foods for their support of the district's schools. The businesses …

Shots From the Hip: Congrats to girls golf, XC teams on successes

Rainy conditions greeted runners Thursday at Ellsworth Country Club for the Middle Border Conference championship meet, where Prescott’s girls and boys teams each finished seventh in the team …

Panther senior doubles pairing closes out season at State

Ellsworth girls tennis wrapped up a great season in a deserving way, as senior No. 1 doubles pairing Alissa Davis and Brooke Olson competed at State individually. The two won 6-2, 6-0 …

Prescott says goodbye to senior trio after State appearance

Another year on the greens has come to a close, with Prescott finishing 10th at Division 1 State and Ellsworth junior Aubrey Marks posting a solid score in Division 2 in Madison. Prescott …

Three teams prepare to put hands in the dirt for playoff football

Spring Valley, River Falls and Elmwood/Plum City are headed to the football playoffs. Here is everything to know about their opening round opponents. No. 3 Spring Valley vs. No. 6 Whitehall …

Two XC teams host conference meets, plenty of top finishes

Ellsworth made its return to hosting cross country meets this season and had the chance to host the Middle Border Conference meet. River Falls also hosted the Big Rivers Conference meet this year. …

SV secures high-octane win over EPC

PLUM CITY — It was no secret that sparks were going to fly when Spring Valley and Elmwood/Plum City met for a late season rivalry matchup. The Cardinals, now 6-0 and knocking on the door of an …

Cats hit stride too late to topple BRC’s unbeaten Hudson

HUDSON — River Falls volleyball got off to a slow start in the rivalry matchup against Hudson, dropping the first two sets. The Wildcats kicked into gear later on, but it was not enough in a 3-1 …

The Final Friday: One last night of regular season football is here

Spring Valley enters the final week of the season 6-2 with a 5-1 conference record. Those results have the Cardinals tied for the Dunn-St. Croix’s top spot with Glenwood City. Spring Valley beat …

Around the County: Tennis, Golf State Tournaments to see area representation

Girls Tennis Ellsworth’s No. 1 doubles pairing of Alissa Davis and Brooke Olson are headed to State. The team had an excellent season, and Davis and Olson will look to represent the team well …

Community

Families enjoyed visiting local businesses during last year’s Main Street and East End Trick or Treat. The eighth annual event returns 3-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, hosted by the Ellsworth Public Library and local businesses.

Ellsworth invites families to trick-or-treating, Scarecrow Contest and Día de los Muertos activities

ELLSWORTH — Halloween festivities are just around the corner! The Ellsworth Public Library and the Ellsworth business community invite families and community members to celebrate with …

Rock Elm Old Settler’s Annual Meeting is Nov. 5

TOWN OF ROCK ELM – This year’s Rock Elm Old Settler’s Annual Meeting will be Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 at the Rock Elm Methodist Church with the meal beginning at noon. Lunch will be served at …

Pierce Co. Ecumenical Choir looking for members

The Pierce County Ecumenical Choir is inviting anyone who loves to sing to join them for the upcoming season. Singers of all levels and abilities are encouraged to participate. The ability …

Local Civil Air Patrol BlackCAP Search and Rescue Training marks 39th year

HAGER CITY – Ninety-plus Civil Air Patrol (CAP) members from across Minnesota and Wisconsin gathered Sept. 25-27 for the 39 th annual BlackCAP Emergency Services College at the Red Wing MN CAP …

Senior Gathering Place activities: Oct. 21-29, 2026

PRESCOTT – Fall is well on its way with gorgeous colors, cool temps at night and great daytime sunshine! Farmer's markets are overflowing with squash, fresh potatoes, and …

Education

ECSD presents 7.25% levy decrease for 2026-27

ELLSWORTH — The Ellsworth Community School District presented a balanced budget at the Oct. 14 annual meeting, expecting to levy about 7.25% less in the 2026-27 school year than the 2025-26 year. …

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The Power of 100 Women -- Ellsworth group held its Fall Impact Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 8, where the membership awarded the $10,000 grant to Elsie’s Barnyard.

District 30 candidates share views on voters’ most important issues

RF Council floats idea of data center moratorium

The importance of poll workers to the election process

WisDOT seeking public input on WIS 29 bridge maintenance project

BCPL launches maple syrup initiative to generate new revenue for WI education

Positive open enrollment numbers aid Elmwood district’s budget

State ballot choices set for Nov. 3

Community brings Halloween festival dream to life

Glade Ave. bridge leads discussion again during budget conversation

Man crashes moped, arrested for 8th OWI

Oct 21, 2026

Two Needs - One Drive

Free Coffee Concert Sarah Lockwood, violin and …

Rise Up Recovery's All Recovery Group

Hastings AA Weekly Meeting

Trivia Mafia at Spiral Brewery

RF man found dead outside apartment

Woman found dead on train tracks

Longtime Hastings sports figure charged with 13 felonies

Community brings Halloween festival dream to life

District 30 candidates share views on voters’ most important issues

Ellsworth Community School District honors local businesses for their support

Shots From the Hip: Congrats to girls golf, XC teams on successes

Panther senior doubles pairing closes out season at State

Prescott says goodbye to senior trio after State appearance

Three teams prepare to put hands in the dirt for playoff football

Two XC teams host conference meets, plenty of top finishes

Ellsworth invites families to trick-or-treating, Scarecrow Contest and Día de los Muertos activities

Rock Elm Old Settler’s Annual Meeting is Nov. 5

Pierce Co. Ecumenical Choir looking for members

Local Civil Air Patrol BlackCAP Search and Rescue Training marks 39th year

Senior Gathering Place activities: Oct. 21-29, 2026

ECSD presents 7.25% levy decrease for 2026-27

Elsie’s Barnyard receives Power of 100 Ellsworth award

Woodworking Again: A little less holier than thou

From the editor’s desk: Badger Bizarre’ is my cup of tea

Back Home: Summer slips into fall

Sustainability Matters: Vote for conservation

Village President column: The community we create

Woodworking Again: My introduction to school