Local Students Earn Top Placements at State Youth Speaking Contest
Washburn and Sawyer County students recognized during Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Conference.
Northwood Tech Students Earn Top Honors at BPA State Leadership Conference
Qualifying Students Advance to National Competition in Nashville.
Washburn County Now Hiring: Explore Career Opportunities At WashburnJobs.com
Explore open positions across County departments and apply easily online through the new WashburnJobs.com portal.
Northwood Tech Recognized Nationally For Advancing Student Success
National Achieving the Dream recognition highlights progress in student success and retention.
Daylight Saving Time Begins Sunday
DST begins on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 2:00a local time, when clocks will 'spring forward' one hour to 3:00a.
Wisconsin Golf Industry Drives $6.44 Billion To State Economy
New Wisconsin Golf Economic Impact Report Affirms Golf’s Dynamic Role in Driving Statewide Tourism, Jobs, Stewardship, & Economic Growth.
Wisconsin DMV Highlights Scam Prevention During Consumer Protection Week
Residents Encouraged to Spot Phishing Texts, Secure Accounts, and Use Fraud Protection Tools.
Polk County To Host Open House To Finalize County-Wide Bicycle, Pedestrian Plan
Residents Invited to Share Input as Countywide Planning Effort Nears Completion.
Blackout, Retro License Plates Top 10,000 Orders In First Month
WisDOT’s New Online Process Speeds Up Orders and Funds Infrastructure Projects.
UW–Madison Division Of Extension Welcomes Tawonga Zakeyu As Regional Agriculture Educator
New Diversified Vegetables and Emerging Crops Specialist to Serve Barron, Burnett, Sawyer, and Washburn Counties.
Fiber Internet Expansion Coming To 644 Homes In Barron, Washburn Counties
Mosaic Technologies Launches Construction of USDA Community Connect Grant Project.
Northwest Area Students Advance To State After Conservation Speaking Contest
First-place student speakers from three counties earn spots at the statewide competition in March.
Northstar Community Charter Students Compete In Conservation Speaking Contest
First-Place Winners Advance to Northwest Wisconsin Area Competition.
St. Croix Falls’ Joe Raygor Named NFHS Section 4 Boys Wrestling Coach Of The Year
Coach honored for championship success, leadership, and lasting impact on student-athletes during the 2024–25 season.
Sheriff Doug Mrotek Reflects On Career, Will Not Seek Re-Election In 2026
Sawyer County sheriff plans to retire after more than 43 years of law enforcement service.
WTCS Study Shows Rising Trust in Technical Education, Reinforcing Northwood Tech’s Value
Survey results reflect growing public confidence in Wisconsin’s technical colleges and their role in delivering high-return pathways for students.
Sheriff Brent Waak Reflects On Career, Will Not Seek Re-Election In 2026
Polk County sheriff plans to retire after 32 years of law enforcement service.
Need An Ice House Loan? Indianhead Credit Union Has You Covered!
Gear Up for Ice Fishing Season with Loans, Savings, and Expert Advice from Indianhead Credit Union.
Sheriff Tracy Finch Reflects On Career, Will Not Seek Re-Election In 2026
Burnett County sheriff plans to retire after 37 years of law enforcement service.
Spooner, Wisconsin To Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary With Yearlong Community Events
Community-wide celebrations planned for 2026.
Sheriff Dennis Stuart Reflects On Career, Will Not Seek Re-Election In 2026
Washburn County sheriff plans to retire after 25 years of law enforcement service.
Washburn County Now Accepting Applications For Zoning Administrator
Education and licensing requirements apply; see job description for full details.
U.S. Department Of Justice Grants Now Available To Fight Human Trafficking
Funding opportunities to support victims, prevention efforts, and community task forces across Wisconsin and beyond.
Wisconsin State Patrol Officers Take Action Against Human Trafficking
January Law of the Month: Human trafficking prevention.
