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The Prescott City Council approved a resolution of support for the designation of the Mississippi River Trail U.S. Bike Route through the city.
Prescott CC supports efforts to designate Mississippi River Trail as U.S. Bike Route
PRESCOTT – “You are an anchor community and an anchor county as well,” Sherry Quamme, Chairperson of the Wisconsin Minnesota River Parkway Commission (WMRPC) told the Prescott City … more
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Alderperson Maureen Otwell (center) voiced her concerns about potential lead exposure for local community members during the Nov. 25 Prescott City Council meeting. (From left): Alderpersons Adam Granquist, Maureen Otwell and Mike Gerke.
Prescott recommends phased approach to lead service line verification
PRESCOTT - At the Nov. 25 Prescott City Council meeting, City Administrator Matt Wolf said the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has mandated all communities across the United States to conduct a … more
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Nora and Sebastian Layer with family and first responders after receiving 911 Community Hero awards for saving their father’s life.
New tobacco and vape license approved, alcohol license passes despite incidents
ELLSWORTH — The Ellsworth Village Board approved a cigarette, tobacco and electronic vaping license for a new store to open up on Main Street as well as a “Class B” alcohol license … more
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Tis the season for snowplows to clear roads around Pierce County. Make sure to remain a safe distance behind them.
Pierce County winter maintenance FAQs 2024
Each year, Pierce County Highway Commissioner Chad Johnson and Patrol Superintendent Travis Hartung answer common questions on the minds of area drivers as the snow and sleet begin. Why is … more
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Prescott School District is comprised by the City of Prescott, plus Trimbelle, Oak Grove, Clifton and Diamond Bluff townships.
City of Prescott addresses school levy and TIDs
The City of Prescott published the following news release in regards to accusations that the school district presented incorrect tax levy impact numbers related to the recent operating referendum … more
Ellsworth Board approves budget, tax levy, water bond issue
The Ellsworth Village Board on Nov. 21 approved a 2025 budget of $3,359,321, 8.05 percent below the 2024 budget, and a property tax levy of $1,513,948. The board also authorized the sale of up … more
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RF budget to increase by 17% in 2025
RIVER FALLS — River Falls City Council approved the 2025 city budget that sees an increase of over $9 million from 2024 during the Nov. 12 meeting. The increase was 17% from 2024 as the … more
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Alderperson Darlyn Hintz (left) expressed her happiness that taxes were not increased for Prescott residents as Mayor Robert Daugherty (center) and Alderperson Adam Granquist listened.
Prescott Council approves 2025 budget and levy
“So, before you tonight is the 2025 operating budget and levy,” City Administrator Matt Wolf said Nov. 11 as he presented the 2025 operating budget and levy to the Prescott City Council. … more
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A tobacco store has applied for a license in Ellsworth at 335 W. Main St.
Ellsworth to look into smoking ordinance changes
A Village of Ellsworth committee on Nov. 12 directed staff to study potential changes in the village’s ordinance chapter regulating smoking and vaping. In a related matter, the … more
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Wisconsin Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on a bridge project on Highway 10 over Plum Creek in Plum City.
Public comments sought on bridge rehabilitation project
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on a proposed bridge rehabilitation project involving seven structures in five counties. The public is invited to … more
American Express Excavation was one of 12 bidders for a project to dredge up to 100,000 cubic yards of material from Nugget Lake.
Nugget Lake dredging bid approved
The Pierce County Parks Committee on Nov. 15 accepted a Nugget Lake dredging bid of $1,384,000 submitted by American Express Excavation LLC of Eau Claire. Park Superintendent Travis Campbell … more
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It was a full house at Stockholm’s Lund Fire Hall for a public hearing on an ordinance that would add more planning and checks for CAFOs in Maiden Rock.
Maiden Rock community urges protection against CAFOs
TOWN OF MAIDEN ROCK – In light of CAFOs (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation) entering or looking to expand in western Wisconsin, the people of rural Maiden Rock are aiming to put regulations … more
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Committee approves districts boundary change
The Finance and Personnel Committee of the Pierce County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 4 approved a boundary change that would shift two River Falls parcels from supervisorial District 8 to District … more
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The parcel of land from Estate Homes, Inc. will be donated to the City of Prescott in memory of Sue Hiniker.
Prescott CC approves security system, streetlight upgrades, and land donation
During the Oct. 28 meeting, the Prescott City Council approved an agreement with Computer Integrations Technologies, Inc. for the installation of a security system at Well #3.  Following … more
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After a closed session, the Ellsworth Village Board approved the start of the negotiation process with Kwik Trip for Lot 3 at Crossing Meadows.
Downtown Design Guidelines established, Kwik Trip negotiation approved
ELLSWORTH — The village board approved Downtown Design Guidelines for the non-residential East End and Main Street Commercial District areas that would set design and appearance standards for … more
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Matt Cernohous has been named the acting fire chief of River Falls Fire Department after the retirement of Chief Steven Cash.
RF Police and Fire Commission appoints Matt Cernohous as Acting Fire Chief
RIVER FALLS – The River Falls Police and Fire Commission has named longtime firefighter Matt Cernohous as its acting fire chief. Cernohous has stepped into the role of Acting Fire Chief … more
The Pierce County Courthouse will be lit with a green light next week in honor of veterans’ service and their families.
Shining a light on the service of local veterans
Each year we come together as a nation on Veterans Day to honor and celebrate the hundreds of thousands of brave Americans who have served our country in uniform. Now more than ever, our … more
Supervisors approve 90% library funding
The Pierce County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 22 gave second-reading approval to a resolution to increase Act 150 funding for in-county libraries to 90 percent. Supervisors rejected an … more
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Conservation and Parks Division outlined at council meeting
RIVER FALLS — River Falls’ plan regarding sustainability and conservation became clearer as the city council heard a presentation on a new division during the Oct. 22 meeting. … more
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Prescott Superintendent Dr. Rick Spicuzza (left) and School Board President Mike Matzek presented the Prescott City Council with information on the upcoming November referendum.
Prescott school leaders present November referendum details
Dr. Rick Spicuzza, Superintendent of Prescott Public Schools, and Mike Matzek, Board Chair of the Prescott School Board, attended the Oct. 14 Prescott City Council meeting to share information on the … more
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