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The Ojibwe Drumming and Singing Group Tomahawk Circle from Lac Du Flambeau has performed all over the United States and Canada over the past 17 years. They have performed in California, New York, Alabama, Florida, Nebraska, Arizona, Washington, and 16 other states. Their performance last Saturday drew about 200 attendees.

Thank you for supporting us To the editor, I would like to thank the Prescott Foundation, the St. Croix Valley Foundation, and the Building an All Inclusive Community (BAIC) Group for … more

2/8/24

Betsy Byker, United Way of St. Croix Valley Success By 6 Program Director, and Olivia Girdeen, Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery Ellsworth Retail Store Manager.

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery concludes successful charity drive

ELLSWORTH – Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is proud to announce the results of its first Ellsworth Cares initiative, which exceeded its goal and will help provide for families in need across … more

2/8/24

This year’s ‘Best of 2024’ Awards poster design is entitled 'Ellsworth All-Stars’, which is what our local businesses are in the eyes of their customers, clients, and the community. Each award winner will receive a personalized and framed version for display at their business. The design was inspired by the Ellsworth Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner theme, 'Game Time!", a tribute to the teamwork, discipline, and resilience it takes to be successful in business and an aspirational message for the organization’s goals for 2024.

Final voting underway for Ellsworth’s ‘Best of 2024’ Awards

The first round of voting in the Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce “Best of 2024” Awards competition ended at midnight last Wednesday, Jan. 31. Over 1,000 voters narrowed down the field … more

2/7/24

Brandon Fuhrman booking photo, PIerce County Jail.

Former EHS band teacher pleads guilty to felony sex assault charge

A former Ellsworth High School band teacher pleaded guilty to a felony sex charge and will be sentenced May 20 in Pierce County Circuit Court. Brandon A. Fuhrman, 24, Yuma, Ariz., (formerly of … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 2/7/24

Gov. Evers extends application deadline for Pierce County Register of Deeds

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers previously announced that he is seeking applicants for appointment as register of deeds of Pierce County. The governor announced today he is extending the … more

2/7/24

Hager City woman charged in medication theft

Traci Ann Zaborowski, 55, Hager City, was charged Jan. 30 with a felony count of theft of a schedule 1 or II controlled substance, in Dakota County, Minn. Circuit Court. According to the … more

2/7/24

Elmwood celebrates 2nd quarter honor roll!

ELMWOOD – Elmwood Middle/High School is pleased to celebrate the students named to the second quarter honor rolls for the 2023-24 school year. A honor roll Seniors: Blake Allen, Riley … more

2/7/24

Brian Webster, a local farmer, died by suicide in August after living with depression. His family shares his story in order to help others.

FFA, Webster family shine light on farmer mental health

Bay City area farmer Brian Webster had a big heart and loved to help people. He didn’t like being the center of attention, but his family is hoping that by sharing his story, others will be … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 2/7/24

The Wisconsin DOT performed a speed study along a stretch of Highway 35 in Bay City Oct. 10-12. Their results indicate no speed limit change is needed, but some people disagree.

Bay City wants its speed limit lowered: Will the state listen?

BAY CITY – Bay City residents and business owners in favor of lowering the speed limit on Highway 35 through town are being asked to vocalize that support at the Feb. 14 village board meeting. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 2/7/24

U.S. Rep Derrick Van Orden (right) with River Falls Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Russ Korpela at a Chamber Conversation event Friday, Jan. 26 at River Falls City Hall.

Van Orden working to help veterans and protect emergency services

U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden is dedicating much of his time representing Wisconsin’s 3 rd Congressional District to helping provide economic opportunities for veterans. Van Orden visited … more

By Jack McLoone | 2/7/24

Jeff Erickson is pictured with his wife Leah and their kids Lila, Blaise and Teddy.

Ellsworth piano tuner has found his calling

Not many people can say they know how to tune a piano, but rural Ellsworth resident Jeff Erickson can. His interest was piqued at a young age. “When I was a kid, I was playing piano and … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 2/7/24

This suspect is wanted in connection with an armed robbery Feb. 2 at BP in River Falls (700 N. Main St.)

RFPD seeks public assistance in ID’ing armed robbery suspect

RIVER FALLS – The River Falls Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent armed robbery. In an effort to gather crucial … more

2/4/24

New UWRF hire to raise funds for athletic facilities and programs

RIVER FALLS – A former University of Wisconsin-River Falls student athlete who found his life’s direction after enrolling at the university nearly three decades ago as a nontraditional … more

2/1/24

UW-River Falls Dance Theatre members will showcase their skills Jan. 31 through Feb. 3 at their annual spring concert.

UWRF Dance Theatre to present annual spring concert Jan. 31-Feb 3

RIVER FALLS - The University of Wisconsin-River Falls Dance Theatre will present their annual spring concert Jan. 31-Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m. in the Blanche Davis Theatre of the Kleinpell Fine Arts … more

2/1/24

Casey Palbicki, lecturer of music at UW-River Falls, has signed a deal with Kendall Hart Publishing to write a textbook about video game music. The book, due for publication in October, will be used in a new course Palbicki is scheduled to teach next academic year.

Fun and games: UWRF professor writing book about video game music

RIVER FALLS – Music experts and historians study and discuss notes, sounds, tones and chords of all kinds, and a University of Wisconsin-River Falls music professor hopes to bring more … more

2/1/24

UWRF to host event Feb. 5 highlighting the importance of Indigenous people

RIVER FALLS – The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will host an address by a Native American educator on Monday, Feb. 5, about the importance of Indigenous lands and cultures and efforts to … more

2/1/24

Credent Wealth Management is located at 111 W. Walnut St., River Falls.

Credent Wealth Management named 2023 Top RIA Firm by Forbes Magazine

RIVER FALLS — Forbes Magazine named Credent Wealth Management one of America's Top RIA Firms of 2023. Of the 23,100 registered investment advisors invited to participate in the survey, Credent … more

1/31/24

RF teen arrested for armed robbery

A River Falls teen is facing serious charges after jumping another teen, brandishing a knife and stealing property in a downtown park. Cody Graham Buschmann, 17, was ordered to pay $5,000 cash … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 1/31/24

Prescott Community Club Student of the Week: Jacob Barker

The Prescott Community Club Students of the Week for Jan. 31 is Prescott High School sophomore Jacob Barker, nominated by Library Media Specialist Joan Simon. “Jacob is an avid reader and … more

1/31/24

Prescott High School Speech Team members on Jan. 27 (back row, from left): Cara Fiedler, Sophie Perez, Allie Tibayan, Andaria Henderson, Nora Boles, Katie Huppert, Kendra Ogilvie, MaKenna Ogilvie, Rory Zuehlsdorf, Riley Renteria, Sage Brock, Emma Schmitz; (front, from left): Max Dearborn, Hunter Dearborn, Owen Henderson, Mac Eggers, Grace Ryan, Sophia Kapsh, Abby Stubbe, Tylar Whaley.

PHS Speech Team places 2nd at home invite

The Prescott High School Speech Team competed at their home invitational on Saturday, Jan. 27. In a field of ten teams, Prescott placed second overall. A number of team members also took home … more

1/31/24