Opinion - Pierce County Journal

Kim Bremmer is a graduate of UW-Madison and was a dairy nutritionist for almost 15 years. She is the owner of Ag Inspirations where she has been advocating for farmers as a professional speaker since 2015, traveling across the country, as well as internationally.

Op Ed: Supporting local farms means supporting local economies

In Pierce County and across Wisconsin, farming is more than a tradition or a way of life – it's the backbone of our economy and the staple of our agricultural heritage. Local dairy farms like … more

By Kim Bremmer Venture Dairy Cooperative | 5/22/25

Letter to the editor: Walking back

To the editor, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is not the hill Democrats want to die on. One of the men accused of planning to set up bombs at Lady Gaga’s concert was reportedly deported from US a … more

5/22/25

Letter to the editor: Summer camps offer lifesaving support for youth

To the editor, May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to acknowledge the very real mental health struggles that many of our young people face. In Wisconsin, rates of depression and … more

5/22/25

Letter to the editor: What's wrong with this picture?

To the editor, House Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI CD-03) has an interesting way of doing one thing and then gaslighting us about his actions. Last week, he voted for the GOP budget which … more

5/22/25

Letter to the editor: Moratorium on solar needed

To the editor, We need to have a moratorium on large scale solar and we need to review how we land use plan in this county and nationwide. We also need a moratorium on large farming operations … more

5/22/25

From the editor's desk: The real Mother's Day

Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who emailed or called me about last week’s column. I am truly humbled by the response. The encouragement and kind words were touching; I … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 5/22/25

Sustainability Matters: Simple Acts of Sustainability

Today I hung my laundry out to dry. It’s such a simple act but one that brings me great joy. I love everything about using a clothesline for drying my laundry: the task itself, the smell, the … more

By Robin Boles | 5/22/25

My View: It better be covered

I lived through the heart attack that, thankfully, wasn’t. Some background: By virtue of winning, or losing, the genetic lottery, I landed firmly on the McLoone side. Men are bald, carry a … more

By John McLoone | 5/20/25

Letter to the editor: The America I grew up in

To the editor, As a youth I was active in the 4-H and enjoyed competing in the 4-H Radio Speaking contest. We were given a theme and then wrote and delivered a speech on it. One year … more

5/15/25

Rep. Kreibich column: Kreibich’s bill cracking down on unemployment insurance fraud passes the Assembly

For far too long, scammers and ineligible individuals have taken advantage of the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund. This theft was especially evident during the COVID-19 pandemic, when an estimated … more

By Rep. Rob Kreibich | 5/15/25

Op Ed: Our local freedom

Last week, with five other petitioners and GROWW (GrassRoots Organizing Western Wisconsin), I filed a legal challenge, my first time going to court. I felt powerful. Together, we are forcing the DNR … more

By Jenelle Ludwig Krause Executive Director, GROWW | 5/15/25

From the editor's desk: It’s okay to disagree

I’ll admit, after an email exchange with a reader, I’m struggling to know what to write about this week. I don’t feel like writing about anything. The reader wrote in to … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 5/15/25

Barth column: Why is America’s postal service struggling?

I have visited Benjamin Franklin’s grave at the Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia, the city of brotherly love. Old Ben must be spinning in it right now, his supply of brotherly … more

By Bill Barth | 5/15/25

Back Home: NFL draft promotes Wisconsin

I’ve done many jobs and traveled many places, but one thing I will always be – a proud Wisconsinite. Don’t get me wrong – I have nothing but deep respect for my nearby … more

By Chris Hardie | 5/15/25

Village President column: Congratulations, EHS Class of 2025!

As graduation season approaches, I want to take a moment, on behalf of our entire community, to offer a heartfelt congratulations to the Ellsworth High School Class of 2025. You've reached a … more

By Becky Beissel, Ellsworth Village President | 5/14/25

Woodworking Again: Digging up Great Grandpa

Recently, I was invited to my hometown to talk about writing and discuss our family’s connections to Whitehall, Wis., now celebrating its 150 th birthday. My first appearance was at the … more

By Dave Wood | 5/8/25

Rep. Rob Kreibich: Condemns Judge Dugan

The FBI did the right thing by arresting Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan because no one is above the law. The actions of Judge Dugan were dangerous not only to the integrity of the … more

By Rep. Rob Kreibich | 5/8/25

Letter to the editor: Response to Dave Anderson letter

To the editor, Response to Dave Anderson regarding Republicans cutting Medicaid. It feels important now more than ever to ensure accurate information regarding our governing system. I … more

5/8/25

From the editor's desk: Learning from the past

With Memorial Day coming up, I always think of my grandma. Every year, without fail, she made sure to place a pot of red geraniums on the graves of her parents at Gilman Lutheran’s cemetery, … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 5/8/25

Letter to the editor: Not enough words to thank Leah Gavin

To the editor, I’m writing to share a few words of praise and mourning for Leah Gavin, who we lost on April 22. In her many years at Freeman Drug in River Falls Leah truly befriended … more

5/1/25