The United Way COVID-19 Relief Fund For Barron Co. Receives $11,500 Donation From 3M

“This money will benefit Barron County residents and help us get through this challenging time"

Wisconsin Drivers Can Now Renew Their Licenses Online

WisDOT: Drivers can renew their licenses online and skip a trip to the DMV.

The Body Shop Fitness Centers Are Open For Business

"We are not free of this virus so please practice social distancing to the best of your ability"

CCF Bank Of Spooner Donates $14,500 To Community First Of Washburn County

CCF Partners with 'Community First' to provide support to local businesses and community members in need.

$95.4 Million Spent By Visitors Sets New Polk County Record

Polk County set another record in visitor spending at $95.4 million in 2019.

Shell Lake Arts Center Receives Grant From Wisconsin Arts Board

The Shell Lake Arts Center recently received a generous grant of $4,860 from the Wisconsin Arts Board.

LFRC Receives Funding From Marshfield Clinic Health System To Support Washburn County

Lakeland Family Resource Center has received funding from Marshfield Clinic Health System

Gov. Evers Orders Flags To Half-Staff On Friday, May 15

Flags to be flown at Half-Staff as a mark of respect for Peace Officers who have given their lives in the line of duty.

Public Involvement Efforts For US 53 Project Moved Online

WisDOT is seeking public comment on project from Wildcat Road to County A in Spooner area.

Shell Lake Arts Center Cancels 2020 Summer Camp, Concert Season

Summer Camp and Concert Season would have run June 14th through August 7th

Spooner Parade Committee Addresses Cancelation

"We hope that with this information, you will better understand our timing of this decision, and the decision itself"

Ignite Dispensary Is Now Able To Offer Curbside Pickup!

Effective Friday, Governor’s order has allowed non-essential businesses the ability to open and offer curbside pickup!

Community First Washburn County Needs Your Help To Help Others Outrun The Virus

A collection of local organizations, individuals and businesses to help address the needs of our neighbors

Spooner School District Referendum Passes

The Spooner Area School District referendum has passed

7th Avenue Bridge Project Delayed Town Of Chetek

Bridge repair project originally planned to begin on Monday, April 13, 2020

Embrace Kicks Off Sexual Assault Awareness Month

This month, Embrace will bring the theme of “I Ask for Consent” to life by hosting a virtual art gallery contest

Spooner Block Party Rescheduled

The Spooner Block Party, originally scheduled for July 3-4th, 2020, will be postponed and rescheduled for July 2-3rd, 2021

Scott Walker Announced As Friday Morning Guest On DrydenWire Live!

The live chat will air on our Facebook page at approximately 8:30a on Friday, April 3, 2020.

Spooner Middle School Is Honored With Wisconsin Title I Schools Of Recognition Award

SMS among 107 schools in the state that received Title I School of Recognition honors

Coronavirus And Domestic Violence – Embrace Is Still Here!

Americans are being told to stay home. But what happens when home isn’t safe?

Update On Services In Washburn County

Court System Services and Washburn County Forest Campground Closures due to COVID-19, Coronavirus

Safety Precautions For Staff And Washburn County Residents Due To COVID-19

All access to buildings affiliated with Washburn County government will be limited.

Local Girl Scout Troops Need Your Help!

'Spooner Girl Scout troops have worked very hard these past few weeks and it would be sad for the girls to take a huge loss.'

DMV Limiting In-Person Services Beginning March 23

Driver licenses that expire during COVID-19 public health emergency automatically extended 60 days