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CAPITOL REPORT: RFK Jr. stays on the ballot

For insiders it was a foregone conclusion that Robert F. Kennedy’s name would stay on the Wisconsin presidential ballot after the state Supreme Court rushed to take the case then slow-walked a … more

By WisPolitics | 10/10/24

Ellsworth Village Hall is located at 130 N. Chestnut St., Ellsworth.

Ellsworth VB approves bid for strategic plan development

ELLSWORTH — The Ellsworth Village Board voted to accept a strategic plan bid and approved the purchase of an additional Express Vote system heading into election season during the Monday … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/10/24

Ayden Shaw of Pepin welding for Pepin Farm Implements as part of the WI Youth Apprenticeship program.

Businesses, students and schools come together for Youth Apprenticeship program

While education within the school’s walls is valuable, districts are continuing to increase their investments in students outside of the classroom, and the WI Youth Apprenticeship (YA) program … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/10/24

Ridge Breeze Dairy, located at W2686 390th Ave., Maiden Rock, has applied for a major expansion through the DNR. Haas Sons, Inc., had been operating a temporary concrete batch plant at the site without a permit.

Temporary concrete plan approved after initial failure to apply

The Pierce County Land Management Committee took public comments on the Conditional Use Permit for a concrete plant at CAFO Ridge Breeze Dairy in Town of Salem, ultimately approving it after … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/10/24

High speed chase through Ellsworth results in another arrest for EC man

A 90-plus mph police pursuit into Ellsworth Sept. 29 resulted in the arrest of an Eau Claire man who had been arrested the week prior for threatening to kill police officers while leading them around … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 10/10/24

National Newspaper Week: How the Journal began and expanded

History that isn’t recorded in an official written source often gets short and poor notice in a print and text-based society. As such, we offer readers some important dates to remember in … more

By Joseph Back | 10/10/24

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Beldenville will host its 76th annual lutfisk supper from 2-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24. Tickets are selling out quickly, so make sure to reserve your spot.

Lutfisk dinner tradition lives on

BELDENVILLE – It takes a small army to put on Our Savior’s Lutheran Church’s annual lutfisk supper, celebrating its 76 th year on Thursday, Oct. 24. Only 480 tickets will be sold, … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 10/9/24

Lenora Hanson, daughter of Karissa and Mitch Hanson of Ellsworth, when she was in the NICU shortly after her birth last year in November.

Hanson family benefit set for Oct. 11

ELLSWORTH – Having children can be challenging enough but imagine having two babies less than a year apart, both needing to stay in Neonatal Intensive Care Units after birth. Meet Mitch and … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 10/9/24

The UW-River Falls Society of Physics students will open the UWRF observatory for free public stargazing on Monday, Oct. 7, from 8-10 p.m. All ages are welcome.

Next public telescope session Oct. 7 at UW-River Falls

RIVER FALLS – The University of Wisconsin-River Falls Society of Physics students will host a free open telescope session on Monday, Oct. 7, from 8-10 p.m. All ages are welcome. A … more

10/2/24

Targeted picketing ordinance passes, DeSanctis Park designated official Bee City Park

RIVER FALLS — The River Falls City Council designated DeSanctis Park as the official River Falls Bee City Park and approved an ordinance creating residential targeted picketing regulations … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/2/24

Elizabeth Steinberg, an Emmy-winning art director who will discuss the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the creative industries, focusing on its impact on art, design, and branding.

Emmy-winning art director to present public lecture and workshops at UW-River Falls

RIVER FALLS – The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will host a public lecture and student hands-on workshop series Oct. 7-11 by Emmy-winning art director Elizabeth Steinberg , renowned for … more

10/2/24

Prescott Community Club Student of the Week: Andaria Henderson

The Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for Sept. 30 is Prescott High School junior Andaria Henderson, who was nominated by English teacher Tania Novak. “I am blessed to have … more

10/2/24

The proposed Erickson Subdivision in Prescott will have larger lot sizes to accommodate for the land topography.

Prescott City Council reviews Erickson Subdivision Concept Plan and Riverfront Phase 2 improvements

At the Sept. 23 meeting, the Prescott City Council reviewed the Erickson Subdivision Concept Plan. After a brief history of the proposed subdivision from City Administrator Matt Wolf, Louie … more

By Danielle Boos | 10/2/24

‘One Book, One School’ program a hit in Prescott

Prescott Middle School students and staff took part in several activities last week related to the One School, One Book program which focused on the book “A Week in the Woods.” Students … more

10/2/24

CAPITOL REPORT: Dems have early advertising advantage in key Assembly races

Dems and their allies as of mid-September had more than three times the ad reservations than their GOP counterparts in nine of 12 key Assembly races through Election Day, according to … more

By WisPolitics | 10/2/24

Meghan Kummer Quinn and Charlie Kummer presented a $6.750 donation to Ellsworth High School’s Music, Arts and Drama Department. Pictured along with the Kummers are EHS Choir Director Karen Kornmann, EHS Band Director Nick Verheyen, EHS Principal Oran Nehls and students.

Long desired ‘traveling piano’ now a reality at EHS Music, Arts and Drama departments

ELLSWORTH, Wisconsin –Quinn Motors of Ellsworth is excited to share the good news that the long desired traveling piano that Ellsworth High School Choir Director Karen Kornmann has wanted and … more

10/2/24

Join EPL for a conversation about increasing accessibility

ELLSWORTH – Ellsworth Public Library wants to hear from you! Join the library for a discussion of the accessibility of our facilities, services, and programs. The library’s mission is to … more

10/2/24

Ellsworth Hall of Fame begins nomination process to honor impact and achievement

ELLSWORTH — Looking for a way to honor some of the people who have had massive impacts on the community, junior Maggie Pechacek set out to honor these people by creating the Ellsworth Hall of … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/2/24

State senator clarifies filed lien from 2020 income taxes

State Sen. Rob Stafsholt, who represents the 10th district and is running for re-election in 2024, had a lien filed against him by St. Croix County for failure to provide a 2020 income tax return, … more

By Andrew Harrington | 10/2/24

Pictured (from left) with a display of the Placemat Challenge quilted placemats are Fair Manager Liz Dietsche, quilter Julie Peterson, Pierce County Nutrition Coordinator Lena Aumann and Pierce County Fair Open Class Home Furnishings Superintendent Marsha Shafer.

Placemat Challenge provides ADRC with cheer

Thanks to the inaugural Pierce County Fair Placemat Challenge, Meals on Wheels recipients through the Pierce County Aging & Disability Resource Center will receive a fun surprise: a quilted … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 10/2/24