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South Wasson Lane reconstruction map, beginning at Cemetery Road and ending at East Cascade Avenue.

RIVER FALLS – The City of River Falls is excited to announce a significant infrastructure improvement for the community. This summer, the city will partner with the Wisconsin Department of … more

7/25/24

Gerrard proposed a development similar to their 1300 Residences in River Falls.

Three proposals presented for development at old junior high site

ELLSWORTH — An Ellsworth Community Development Authority (CDA) meeting brought in three developers to present site development proposals for the old junior high site Thursday, with the … more

By Andew Harrington | 7/25/24

DMV offers information on obtaining an ID for voting

Ahead of the Wisconsin Fall Primary, Aug. 13, 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds U.S. citizens how to obtain identification, free of … more

7/25/24

City of Prescott partners with Swift Current Connect for new services

PRESCOTT – The Prescott City Council approved entering into an agreement with Swift Current Connect powered by Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services. The monthly price will be … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/16/24

THE CAPITOL REPORT: Rare lopsided Supreme Court decision backs Evers

The 4-3 liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court is doing a lot of the expected things -- restoring absentee ballot drop boxes, taking up abortion cases and the like. What may not … more

By WisPolitics.com | 7/16/24

Pierce County residents organize to show local opposition at DNR Public Hearing for proposed CAFO expansion

ELMWOOD — Last month, the DNR conditionally approved a proposal by Breeze Dairy Group to almost quadruple the size of their industrial dairy operation in the Town of Salem, Ridge Breeze … more

7/10/24

Proposed rate-driven revenue versus current rate-based revenues for River Falls water utility.

Finance director presents proposed electric and water rate increases at RF CC

After a presentation from Finance Director Josh Solinger, River Falls City Council approved electric and water rate case applications to the Public Service Commission on June 25. According to … more

By Andrew Harrington | 7/3/24

Former Alderperson Pat Knox was on the other side of the podium as he asked the Prescott City Council to repair the boat launch.

Prescott City Council greenlights purchase of Flock Camera System

The Prescott City Council approved the purchase and installation of a four camera Flock Camera System for the police department at a cost of $29,000, along with an annual subscription cost of $3,000 … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/3/24

Alison Ennenga (left) shows the next upcoming phase of Fairy Wonderland Park to the Prescott City Council while Bethany Christianson shares updates and future goals.

Fairy Wonderland Park seeks approval for parking lot and Bathroom Expansion

Fairy Wonderland Park, founded in 2019 by Alison Ennenga and Bethany Christianson, is a way to honor and commemorate the lives of their daughters, Ava Christianson and Ellery Ennenga who died and to … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/3/24

Ellsworth School District bus drivers have expressed concern about the width of the street in front of St. Francis Church & School.

Street and Sidewalk Committee hears from public over proposed Woodworth Street dimensions

ELLSWORTH — The Village of Ellsworth Street and Sidewalk Committee heard from a handful of the village’s bus drivers during June 27 discussions of the reduction of Woodworth … more

By Andrew Harrington | 7/3/24

Public hearing to be held for CAFO expansion

During the public comment portion of the June 25 Pierce County Board meeting, a representative of GROWW asked supervisors to consider attending a public hearing about a proposed CAFO expansion. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 7/3/24

Ellsworth Village Board talks winter parking, street improvements and more

ELLSWORTH — Winter parking regulations, the Grant and Piety Street improvements and increasing sewer rates were all on the table as the Ellsworth Village Board and Water and Sewer Committee … more

By Andrew Harrington | 7/3/24

New Wisconsin alcohol laws bring new challenges for local businesses

Local businesses, such as The Garage Bikes + Brews in River Falls and The Barns of Lost Creek wedding venue in Beldenville, are struggling to interpret new alcohol laws in Wisconsin which make things … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/26/24

The 2024 FEMA Evaluated 2024 Prairie Island Nuclear Power Plant - Radiological Reception Center for Residents and Emergency Workers exercise took place at Elmwood High School on June 20 where emergency workers were trained and evaluated on procedures in the event of a radiological emergency.

Pierce County performs emergency response drill

If there is ever a nuclear power plant accident at Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant, which is not likely said Emergency Management Director Christine McPherson, Pierce County is well-prepared … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/26/24

Concerns over structural curb issues on Cherry Street and Kinnickinnic Street caused the Prescott City Council to hire Harmon Concrete and Construction, Inc for replacement.

Prescott City Council sets sights on future development and growth

At the Prescott City Council meeting on June 10, City Administrator Matt Wolf described the past repairs for Cherry and Kinnickinnic streets. In March 2024 the council approved the mill and overlay … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/20/24

Road construction season in full swing in Pierce County

As the warm weather returns to the state of Wisconsin, so does the time for residents to find detours as road construction season returns. At the June 12 Pierce County Traffic Safety Commission … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/20/24

The plan for the Public Square Tennis Courts/Pickleball Courts would be to be reconstructed in 2025.

Court Clash: Pickleball courts gain ground over tennis courts in recent recreation trends

The Prescott City Council heard a brief recap of the May 20 Parks and Public Works Committee meeting concerning the concept plan for Public Square Park tennis/pickleball courts at the council meeting … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/19/24

A rendering of the 66-unit multi-family development Sisu River Falls.

Multi-family development plan forwarded by RF Plan Commission

RIVER FALLS — The River Falls Plan Commission voted 4-0 to forward a plan for a 66-unit multi-family and personal storage building project to city council during the June 4 meeting. Kamp … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/12/24

An engineering technician from the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) stands on the rim of a sinkhole in Pierce County.

Pierce County Land Conservation Department developing sinkhole map

ELLSWORTH - Sinkholes develop when the ground collapses into cracks and caverns that have formed below the ground surface. Formation of sinkholes is common in western Wisconsin because of the readily … more

6/12/24

CAPITOL REPORT: Dems see Barca's run in southeastern Wisconsin's1st Congressional District as an opportunity

Two years ago, GOP U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil of Janesville cruised to victory in the redrawn 1st Congressional District over an underfunded Dem opponent, Ann Roe, a Janesville businesswoman. This … more

By WisPolitics.com | 6/12/24