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A close-up of the custom-designed medallion hidden on public property in the Village of Ellsworth for the Ellsworth Public Library’s community-wide Medallion Hunt. Part of the summer “Color Our World” program, the hunt offers a prize of 50 Ellsworth Bucks to the first person who finds the medallion.

Color Our World Medallion Hunt presented by the Ellsworth Public Library

The Ellsworth Public Library is sponsoring a community-wide Medallion Hunt as part of its summer "Color Our World" program. A custom-design medallion has been hidden somewhere in Ellsworth, and the … more

8/8/25

Organizing in the face of Big Ag’s lies

Organizing in the face of Big Ag’s lies I consider myself lucky to stand on the frontlines with people in western Wisconsin fighting for the preservation of our communities. Over the last … more

By Danny Akenson Field Organzier, GrassRoots Organizing Western Wisconsin | 8/8/25

Captured in Time: The Legacy of Lawrence Studio Now on Exhibit at the Ellsworth Public Library

Step back in time and explore the rich visual history of Ellsworth through the lens of one of its most enduring photographers. "Captured in Time: The Legacy of Lawrence Studio" is now on display at … more

8/8/25

Supporting Wisconsin’s Farm Families Means Supporting Progress in Agriculture

From as young as I can remember, agriculture has been the focal point of my life. I grew up on my family’s farm just across the river in Stillwater. Due to urban sprawl and my desire to dairy … more

By Jim Harsdorf, Former Wisconsin DATCP Secretary and lifelong farmer | 8/8/25

The Kansas City Chiefs held their training camp at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls from 1991-2009.

Will we ever see another NFL Training Camp Cheese League?

By Lucas Kirchner In modern times, training camps in the National Football League are straightforward. Thirty-one of the 32 teams … more

By Lucas Kirchner | 8/8/25

Prescott Police Officer Jesse Neely addresses the City Council on July 28 as they formally approve the retirement and $1 transfer of K-9 Caesar, who is leaving duty early due to health issues. Caesar, who joined the department in 2022, will now enjoy retirement at home with Officer Neely and his family.

Prescott’s K9 Caesar retires early due to health condition

PRESCOTT, WI —K-9 Officer Caesar, a 4-year-old German Shepherd who joined the Prescott Police Department in 2022, has officially retired from active duty due to a degenerative spinal condition. … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/8/25

Prescott Council vacates alley, approves infrastructure and park projects

PRESCOTT, Wis. — At its regular meeting on July 28, the Prescott City Council officially approved the vacation of the unimproved alleyway located between Kinnikinic and Walnut Streets following … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/8/25

A foot-tall amalgamation of deceased mayflies in front of the Bay City Post Office after their mating is completed.

Mayfly barrage takes over Bay City

BAY CITY — Two-foot tall banks up against the buildings, difficulty seeing out of your windshield and roads as slippery as an oil spill. You would think a snowstorm came in the middle of July, … more

By Andrew Harrington | 8/8/25

WBA Playoffs Mason Dado of the Elmwood Expos takes a cut against the Ellsworth Hubbers July 27.

Everything you need to know about the WBA playoffs

The Wisconsin Baseball Association (WBA) playoffs have arrived, and there are some high expectations for Pierce County’s teams. The playoff format is split into a Division A and Division B … more

By Andrew Harrington | 8/8/25

City of River Falls Communications Coordinator Tyler Mason recently started the ‘Kinni Cast,’ a podcast focusing on the stories of City of River Falls employees.

The Eyes and Ears of the City

Tyler Mason's job title with the City of River Falls is Communications Coordinator. Communicating is what Mason has been doing for the last year in his new gig. His job description is being the eyes … more

By Greg Peters | 8/8/25

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Knotek headed to Spain for Pro League

Former River Falls High School 2018 grad Jaxon Knotek was taking in some golf with 15 of his friends this past Sunday afternoon at the River Falls Golf Club. "They have a special," said Knotek of the … more

By Greg Peters | 8/8/25

Harlin Kinneman passed away at the age 90 in January. His daughter, Patti Kinneman Bovee, said her dad hadn't missed a Pierce County Fair since he was a little boy.

The Pierce County Fair is "Perfeck!"

For Hager City hay farmer Harlin Kinneman, everything about the Pierce County Fair was "perfeck," as he said it. Everything with one single exception. "The only thing that bummed my dad out about the … more

By Greg Peters | 8/8/25

Bump Ulvenes Derek 'Bump' Ulvenes is a 20-year veteran of the Bay City Bombers. This will be his last WBA Tournament playing with the Bombers, as he is retiring after the season.

"Bump" Ulvenes to cap off 20-year Bay City Bomber career during postseason

Derek "Bump" Ulvenes has been playing for the Bay City Bombers for the last 20 years. He's been helping manage the team the last few years, but, according to him, he's hanging up his Bomber spikes … more

By Greg Peters | 8/8/25

Prescott Senior Gathering Place Activities

Seniors, plan ahead. Mark your calendars! No First Tuesday potluck this month but we are having a "Kick Off to Fall" picnic on Tuesday Aug. 26 at the pavilion at Freedom Park from noon to 3 p.m. Hot … more

Submitted by Janet Cleary | 8/8/25

River Falls senior-to-be Hayley Quinn missed her entire junior season with a knee injury, but after playing AAU for the Minnesota Stars this summer, she verbally committed to Augustana University this week.

Quinn commits to Augustana after ACL rehab

River Falls High School girls' basketball star Hayley Quinn has had a roller coaster ride during the first three seasons of her high school basketball career. The 6-foot guard started for the … more

By Greg Peters | 8/8/25

Jack Celt’s picture is hung above a slot machine in Captain Jack’s Bar & Grill south of Ellsworth. Celt served on the WBA State Board for decades and was involved with the Bay City Bombers for over 50 years.

The Catchers in the Clay and Captain Jack

J.D. Salinger's 1951 novel, "The Catcher in the Rye," explores the phony world of adulthood and the loss of innocence. The main character, Holden Caulfield, grows more cynical and depressed with the … more

By Greg Peters | 8/8/25

Cairns Woods Sign Ellsworth High School student, Trevor Doherty, completed his Eagle Scout project, installing a trail map and landscaping at Cairns Woods.

Eagle Scout spruces up Cairns Woods

ELLSWORTH — Trevor Doherty, a 16-year-old Ellsworth High School student, completed his Eagle Scout project by putting up a trail map welcome sign at Cairns Woods as well as some surrounding … more

By Andrew Harrington | 7/30/25

Yellowstone Trail Heritage Day on Aug. 9

On Saturday, Aug. 9 the annual Yellowstone Trail Heritage Day will celebrate the historic Yellowstone Trail in Hudson and across St. Croix County. Auto enthusiasts and history lovers are in for a … more

Submitted by Jacki Bradham | 7/30/25

Plum City Care Center Chatter: July 14-18, 2025

And just like that, it was Monday again and Noel had a great group of residents out for Monday Movers! We moved and grooved, working up a sweat while exercising in our chairs. After a little breather … more

By Noel Elsen | 7/30/25

Nestlé Purina Hager City donates 240 volunteer hours during annual day of service

HAGER CITY - For more than 130 years, Nestlé Purina has been committed to giving back to its communities and enriching the lives of pets and people. This year, team members from the Hager … more

7/30/25