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Alderperson Lindsey Sorenson (left) delivers the Parks and Public Works Committee report during the June 9 Prescott City Council meeting, as Alderperson Ben Bettis (right) listens attentively.

From parks to pavement: Prescott Council approves wide-ranging updates

At the June 9 meeting, the Prescott City Council approved Resolution 32-25, a formal communication to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regarding the Prescott Wastewater Treatment … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/18/25

Pierce County land transfers: June 10-13, 2025

The following property transfers were recorded by the Pierce County Register of Deeds June 10-13, 2025. Tuesday, June 10 Darren A. Georgakas to CobyEkholm, 102 N. Dana St., Outlot 83, … more

6/18/25

Pierce County Board members (from left) Jerry Kosin, Dale Auckland, Kris Sampson, Jon Aubart, Neil Gulbranson, Dean Bergseng, Michael Kahlow, Scott Bjork and County Administrator Jason Matthys break ground on the new Pierce County Judicial Facility Tuesday, June 10.

Ground broken for new judicial facility

ELLSWORTH – On Tuesday, June 10 Pierce County held a groundbreaking event for a new Judicial Facility Addition at the Law Enforcement Center (555 W. Overlook Drive, Ellsworth). Members of … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/18/25

The site plan for the proposed Kwik Trip north of the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office at West Overlook Drive/Lucas Lane/Highway 65 in Ellsworth.

Site plan for new Kwik Trip approved

ELLSWORTH – It was fitting that the Ellsworth Plan Commission voted June 16 to recommend a site plan and certified survey map to the village board for a new Kwik Trip on “Kwik Trip … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/18/25

City Administrator Matt Wolf (right) introduces Luke Weiss (left) , the new Prescott City Planner, to the Plan Commission at the June 2 meeting.

Plan Commission considers changes to residential building height limits

At the June 2 Prescott Plan Commission meeting, City Administrator Matt Wolf briefed members on development challenges tied to zoning regulations in high-density residential areas. He explained that … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/11/25

CAPITOL REPORT: Review finds 2024 lawmaker travel worth more than $200,000

Outside groups reimbursed Dem and GOP lawmakers for more than $200,000 in expenses to attend events in the United States and abroad last year, according to a WisPolitics review. Lawmakers listed … more

By WisPolitics.com | 6/11/25

Rep. Clint Moses (left) and Sen. Rob Stafsholt testified in Committee on a bill to protect Wisconsin’s farmland from foreign ownership. The Wisconsin Farmland Protection Act, the legislation would make sure our state’s agricultural economy thrives for years to come and would also safeguard American national security by keeping foreign adversaries from owning any land in Wisconsin, Stafsholt said.

Stafsholt and Moses testify on Wisconsin Farmland Protection Act

MADISON – Sen. Rob Stafsholt (R – New Richmond) and Rep. Clint Moses (R – Menomonie) testified June 4 in the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Revenue on the Wisconsin … more

6/11/25

Another scam circulating: Wisconsin DMV warns consumers of latest phishing scam

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is warning consumers of another phishing scam where scammers are texting and pretending to be from WisDOT DMV to … more

6/11/25

Open house sheds light on Kinni Corridor Project path

RIVER FALLS — As part of the Kinni Corridor Project, the City of River Falls welcomed members of the public June 4 to hear from two organizations that are playing a large role in the project … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/11/25

RF takes ‘victory lap’ after termination of TID #5

The River Falls City Council approved a resolution to terminate Tax Increment District #5 which includes the Whitetail Ridge Corporate Park. “It’s not often that you get to terminate … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/4/25

Wurzer representatives Craig and Justin Wurzer with Village President Becky Beissel, Board Trustees Laurie Neeley, Jarod Traynor and Tony Hines and Village Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer Brad Roy break ground at the corner of West Woodworth Street and South Chestnut Street (Old Junior High Site) for the incoming construction of two 12-unit apartment buildings and two twin homes.

Housing development off Maple Street gaining traction

ELLSWORTH — A proposed 59-unit residential subdivision off Dale and Maple streets had its first phase plat approved by the Ellsworth Village Board during the June 2 meeting. The proposal … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/4/25

Pierce County Land Transfers: May 23-29, 2025

The following property transfers were recorded by the Pierce County Register of Deeds May 23-29, 2025. Friday, May 23 Michael S. Traynor to Noah & Mikinzie Gansluckner, 120 US Highway … more

6/4/25

Nearly 100 people took to the Bay City Village Hall to hear from GrassRoots Organizing Western Wisconsin on the status of the contested case with Ridge Breeze Dairy regarding its expansion.

‘We aren’t giving up’: Residents continue to push back on Ridge Breeze expansion

Area residents gathered in Bay City to hear from GrassRoots Organizing Western Wisconsin (GROWW) leaders on the contested Ridge Breeze Dairy expansion permit’s status and the latest news with … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/4/25

Pierce County Land Transfers: May 19-22, 2025

The following property transfers were recorded by the Pierce County Register of Deeds May 19-22, 2025. Monday, May 19 Oevering Homes Investments LLC to Kinni Properties LLC, 1797 Morning … more

5/28/25

Pierce County Land Transfers: May 12-16, 2025

The following property transfers were recorded by the Pierce County Register of Deeds May 12-16, 2025 Monday, May 12 Paul James & Margaret Colleen Belland to Beldenville Snowmobile Club … more

5/22/25

Josh Miller, senior planner with Cedar Corporation, continued discussions on the City of Prescott’s Comprehensive Plan Update at the May 5 Plan Commission meeting.

Prescott Planning Commission upholds site plan standards, reviews community survey results

PRESCOTT – The May 5 Prescott Plan Commission meeting began with a discussion regarding a compliance issue at the Great River Road Flex Space development. Specifically, Building 5 of the … more

By Danielle Boos | 5/22/25

Prescott Alderperson Maureen Otwell was sworn in by City Clerk Rashel Temmers at the May 12 council meeting. Constituents reelected her as Ward 2 Alderperson in April.

Prescott Council addresses tourism, public safety, and community development

PRESCOTT – At the May 12 Prescott City Council meeting, the council approved a revised Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Prescott and the Prescott Chamber of Commerce for tourism … more

By Danielle Boos | 5/22/25

New River Falls Fire Chief Justin Wilson at his swearing-in ceremony at the May 13 River Falls City Council meeting.

Wilson sworn in as RF Fire Chief

RIVER FALLS — New City of River Falls Fire Chief Justin Wilson was sworn in at the May 13 City Council meeting. “Tonight is one of those moments where community, service and hometown … more

By Andrew Harrington | 5/22/25

The open house will be held in the lower level of City Hall at 222 Lewis Street from 6:30-8 p.m. The public is invited to attend to hear presentation updates from City, USACE, and NPS staff. An open house style format will follow the presentation and will provide time to speak with agency representatives and staff.

City of River Falls to host open house June 4 for Kinni Corridor Project

RIVER FALLS – In partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the National Park Service, the City of River Falls will host an open house on Wednesday, June 4 to provide progress … more

5/22/25

THE CAPITOL REORT: The first official GOP candidate for governor in 2026

The 2026 elections seem far away. Unless you are a potential candidate. The year BEFORE election year is when you get your campaign going. So it makes sense that one of the least known … more

By WisPolitics.com | 5/15/25