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The shelves of the Prescott Area Food Pantry filled with food for those in need throughout the community.

Prescott Area Food Pantry hosts variety of fundraisers with fun and food for all

PRESCOTT — Through noticeable increases in visits and demand for food, challenges with food sourcing, reductions in donations and decreasing volunteers, food pantries in the state of Wisconsin … more

By Andrew Harrington | 7/25/24

At their July 10 monthly meeting the Crain-Ottman American Legion Post 207 and Auxiliary Unit 207 installed their new Officers for Fiscal Year 2025. Legion Officers (from left): David Hauschildt, Chaplain; Dean Marsh, Adjutant; Jerry Thompson, Commander/Finance Officer; Pat Hines, Vice-Commander; Jim Baier, Sgt-at-Arms; not pictured Marilyn Galoff, Historian. (Photo on right) Auxiliary Officers (from left): Colleen Flanscha, Secretary; Donette Stewart, Vice-President, Brenda Bechel, President/Treasurer/Sgt-at-Arms; not pictured Marilyn Galoff, Chaplain.

Legion Post 207 shares July news

7/16/24

Sisu Play Café Jessica Nevalainen is passionate about sustainability and quality. She carefully chose the items in her retail shop to reflect those values.

Sisu Play Café opens downtown River Falls

RIVER FALLS – Every child needs a place to play where they feel comfortable, whether that’s a neighborhood park or a smaller setting such as downtown River Falls’ new Sisu Play … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 7/10/24

Redaction costs threaten police video access

The bill moved with lightning speed. It was introduced last December, passed the state Senate in January and the Assembly in February, and was signed into law by Gov. Tony Evers in March. 2023 … more

Bill Lueders | 7/10/24

Maria Shea, owner of Awaken Counseling and Coaching, lives in Prescott. She has worked in mental health for 30 years.

Prescott counselor, coach has passion for helping others

Maria Shea, Prescott resident and owner of Awaken Counseling and Coaching, has been in the mental health field for nearly three decades. "I've been in the business for almost 30 years, private … more

By Riley Dorau | 7/3/24

The flyer for a Community Concert being put on by Quinn Motors of Ellsworth on Wednesday, July 17.

Quinn Motors of Ellsworth to celebrate 105th anniversary with first-of-its-kind community concert

ELLSWORTH – Quinn Motors of Ellsworth is celebrating its 105th anniversary on Main Street in Ellsworth on July 17, 2024. The car dealership that Matthew Quinn opened with Alfred Larson in 1919 … more

7/3/24

The interior of Beav’s Restaurant and Tavern in Plum City, after a fire gutted the building on June 29.

Beav’s Restaurant & Tavern burns, owner says she’ll reopen

PLUM CITY – More than 80 firefighters and EMS personnel responded to a restaurant fire in downtown Plum City early Saturday morning. While no one was inside at the time or hurt, the restaurant … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 7/3/24

Angie Whelan addresses the crowd assembled May 15 for the reveal of YB Urban?’s makeover, courtesy of the Wisconsin Main Street Makeover contest.

Future is bright for YB Urban?, Ellsworth’s East End

The atmosphere was electric in Ellsworth’s East End Business District on Wednesday, May 15 and Angie Whelan, owner of YB Urban? at 243 N. Broadway St., hopes to keep the momentum going. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/27/24

Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services helped celebrate the ribbon cutting of The Metered, one of the first data centers in western Wisconsin. “This data center not only supports leading edge technology such as AI, data analytics, cryptocurrency mining and virtual reality, it also signifies Pierce County is open for business when it comes to being a transformational leader utilizing technology and innovation,” a press release from Pierce Pepin states.

The Metered launches data center in Hager City

Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services has announced the addition of its newest member, The Metered, LLC. The Metered will launch one of the first data centers in western Wisconsin, offering cloud-based … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 6/26/24

Brianna Bucholz, founder of BB Benefit Group and Syngergos360.

Local employee benefits business partners with tech company

A local business owner has embarked on a new business venture, one that has been noticed and highlighted by Yahoo Finance. Brianna Bucholz, founder of BB Benefit Group and Synergos360, has begun a … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 6/26/24

St. Croix EDC welcomes new board members, officers

ST. CROIX COUNTY – St. Croix Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC) held its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, May 14. The 2024-2025 officers were elected, as well as welcoming four new board … more

6/20/24

Vino in the Valley, on the edge of the Rush River southeast of Ellsworth, attracts over 30,000 people to their outdoor dining pavilion each season.

Pierce County tourism grows economic impact 7.8% in 2023

ELLSWORTH – The Wisconsin Department of Tourism released 2023 economic impact data, showing Pierce County tourism grew its total economic impact in 2023, generating $63 million and contributing … more

6/20/24

Ptacek’s is headed to River Falls after the purchase of Dick’s Fresh Market and Dick’s Hometown Liquor.

Ptacek’s brings community-driven approach to incoming RF location

Online rumors that swirled about what was happening at the Dick’s Fresh Market and Dick’s Hometown Liquor location in River Falls can be put to rest as Ptacek’s is coming to the … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/19/24

Ender Göçmen at the Hudson Farmers Market representing Barbell Coffee.

What is specialty coffee?: Barbell Coffee strives to provide fresh, organic coffee

HUDSON — There are many different types of coffee in the world, from caffeinated to decaf, light roast to dark roast and commodity to specialty. Ender Göçmen, a founder and co-owner … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/12/24

The new owner of Eye Candi, Sierra Abbott (center), is pictured with her family in front of the store, located at 110 Broad St. N. in Prescott.

Eye Candi thrives under new ownership

PRESCOTT— Sierra Abbott is the new owner of Eye Candi, a motorcycle and boating clothing and accessories store in downtown Prescott. "I was born and raised in Prescott," Abbott … more

By Riley Dorau | 6/5/24

Marketing leader joins PPCS as Director of Marketing and Growth

ELLSWORTH – Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services (PPCS) announces Dave French as its newly created Director of Marketing and Growth position. French is a long-time Prescott community member and … more

6/5/24

Tia Giebel in the NXT Chapter Studio in River Falls.

NXT Chapter Studio helps capture the small moments

RIVER FALLS — Capturing the small moments is a motto a lot of people live by, but photographer Tia Giebel took it to the next level, providing these opportunities for others through the opening … more

By Andrew Harrington | 5/29/24

Brian and Kelly Willner, along with their two daughter and their families, will open River City Sweets in Prescott.

New sweets shop to open in Prescott

PRESCOTT – A new family business is about to open its doors in Prescott and it began with a trip to Florida, of all things. Brian and Kelly Willner will open River City Sweets at 220 N. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 5/29/24

The Luke 3:11 Project received $500 to purchase winter gear for those in need. PPCS Senior Accountant Barb Bee (left), presented the check to Donna and Jim Hubert.

Pierce Pepin Cares awards grants to local non-profits

ELLSWORTH – Second quarter grants were recently awarded by Pierce Pepin Cares, the charitable foundation of Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services (PPCS), to six local non-profits. The Pierce Pepin … more

5/29/24

Francisco Lugo Valencia and Rose Caulum stand in front of their second Fiesta Rosita location.

Fiesta Rosita opens its doors, brings authentic Mexican food to Ellsworth

ELLSWORTH — When looking for a place to eat in Ellsworth, there are a variety of places to choose from that span many food types. The list just got one name longer, as Fiesta Rosita, an … more

By Andrew Harrington | 5/29/24