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Every single time I go to the Wisconsin Newspaper Association annual convention and awards banquet, an ice storm hits (with the exception of last year, when the banquet was held in June. But I would …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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3/30/23
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The opera closes next Wednesday, and from the New Year to Lent the main attentions of the season will be given to the special festivities and observances of private “society.” Balls, …
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By Dave Wood
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3/30/23
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The word freedom is tossed around quite a bit. It’s a convenient word to use when trying to make others fear they will lose their freedom. Some politicians will scare voters about losing their …
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By Sen. Jeff Smith
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3/30/23
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Last week, the Assembly passed several bills aimed at combating violent crime in Wisconsin. Keeping our families and communities safe has always been one of my top priorities, and our goal this …
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By Rep. Warren Petryk
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3/30/23
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Approximately 200 people showed up for the 23rd Annual CAB Company/Prescott Fastpitch Association Banquet at the Old Ptacek’s Event Center last Friday. The featured speaker was The Common …
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By Cripe Olson
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3/30/23
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The day I’ve been dreading since giving birth to my precious daughter is already here: She knows everything and I am the dumbest, uncoolest human being on the planet.
That might be an …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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3/23/23
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The great southern novelist Thomas Wolfe wrote a book called “You Can't Go Home Again.” I for one am glad I ignored his warning, although I must agree for a time I thought he was right. …
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By Dave Wood
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3/23/23
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I'm sad to report that we've run out of the home canned pickles we've been gnawing on since canning season. For a sandwich hound like me, that's bad news, because there's nothing like a kosher dill …
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By Dave Wood
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3/16/23
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I can cook, but it’s not a passion of mine. I much prefer eating others’ cooking. I’ll even do the dishes afterward. One of the most dreaded questions I hear is “What’s …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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3/16/23
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While politicians and others way above my station and pay grade continue to debate, expound upon and expunge homosapien influence on the stratosphere, one thing I know for sure. The winter weather …
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By Chris Hardie
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3/9/23
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The first hint of spring always brings me back to my days wandering the banks of the South Fork of the Kinnickinnic. My friend Meghan and I could hardly wait for the snow to melt, turning the dry run …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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3/9/23
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Thin Mint. Peanut Butter Do-si-Dos. Shortbread Trefoils. Samoas.
Just like the first backyard robin, Girl Scout cookie sales are another sign that Old Man Winter is on his way out and Spring is …
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By Bill Rubin, St. Croix EDC Director
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3/9/23
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School pride dies hard. Even now, many years after my high school graduation, when I hear of an Eau Claire North Husky that has been awarded for their success, I get a twinge of pride. At face value, …
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By Sen. Jeff Smith
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3/9/23
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The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds taxpayers to exercise caution while the tax season is in full gear. Regrettably, every year there are Wisconsin …
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By Rep. Warren Petryk
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3/9/23
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Just now I'm feeling rather flattered having just received a letter from Todd Simon, a scion of the family that has offered us Omaha Steaks for five generations. Simon must be a friend because he …
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By Dave Wood
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3/9/23
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School pride dies hard. Even now, many years after my high school graduation, when I hear of an Eau Claire North Husky that has been awarded for their success, I get a twinge of pride. At face value, …
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By Sen. Jeff Smith
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3/1/23
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I am fortunate to represent one of Wisconsin's most beautiful Assembly Districts. As I travel the district, I am reminded of the need to be stewards of the land that we use and enjoy while …
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By Rep. Warren Petryk
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3/1/23
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With the Luck of the Irish, St. Patrick’s Day 2023 falls on a Friday. Write your own punchline. There could be two- and three-day celebrations. Write your own itinerary. Parades. Toasts. …
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By Bill Rubin, St. Croix EDC
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3/1/23
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I wanted to write to thank you for the fine letter to the editor that made reference to Kaplan's Men's Store on Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis, but I didn't manage to find your address, so I decided to send it to you via the Pierce County Journal.
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By Dave Wood
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3/1/23
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When my friend Jess posted about her two little boys on Facebook and how heartbroken they were for being teased by classmates, my heart hurt for them. I know teasing is a part of childhood, but …
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Sarah Nigbor
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3/1/23
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