Arrest Made in Cumberland Church Arson Case

Suspect in custody after intentionally set fire at Northern Lakes Community Church.

View Today's Obituaries on DrydenWire – Apr. 17, 2026

3 New & 2 Updated Obituaries Posted On DrydenWire today.

Henry Repeating Arms CEO Receives Law Enforcement Honor

Anthony Imperato recognized by NY Fraternal Order of Police lodge as company maintains major presence in Wisconsin.

Barron County Disposition and Warrant Status Reports - Apr. 16, 2026

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Apr. 14, 2026

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Lane Closures Expected As Highway Marking Project Begins in Northwest Wisconsin

Work starts April 14 on major routes in Barron, Polk, Burnett, and Washburn counties, continuing through early August.

North Coast Cycling Association Supports Pediatric Bike Therapy at NorthLakes Community Clinic

Donation Provides Helmets to Support Therapy Programs in Rice Lake and Ashland.

Barron County Disposition and Warrant Status Reports - Apr. 9, 2026

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

Governor Evers Approves Second US 63 Project in Cumberland

Meeting set for April 13 to share details about two projects.

Election Results: Contested County Board Supervisor Races

Twelve contested races across northwest Wisconsin counties.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Apr. 7, 2026

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Senator Quinn: 'Evers Vetoes Ag Fee Freeze'

‘Governor backs Madison bureaucrats over Wisconsin farmers’

Northwest Wisconsin Highway Construction Update - Apr. 3, 2026

Road construction project updates from WisDOT for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.

Sen. Baldwin Visits Hayward Workforce Housing Development

Trailview Cottages advances as residents move in, expanding workforce housing access in northwest Wisconsin.

Barron County Disposition and Warrant Status Reports - Apr. 2, 2026

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

School Closings for Thursday, Apr. 2, 2026

Check the latest updates for schools in DrydenWire's coverage area.

Governor Evers Approves US 63 Resurfacing Project in Barron County

Construction runs from Cumberland north to the Washburn County line.

Northwest Wisconsin Maple Farm Tour Returns Saturday, April 4, 2026

Free, family-friendly self-guided tour invites visitors to explore sugar shacks across Northwest Wisconsin.

Traffic Stop in Cumberland Leads to Meth Arrest After K9 Alert

Springbrook Man Taken Into Custody, Awaiting Charges in Barron County.

Spooner Man Sentenced for Convictions from Multi-Agency Drug Investigation

Charges Proceed Against Final Defendant; Two Others Previously Sentenced.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Mar. 31, 2026

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Senator Quinn Vows To Keep Fighting For Zoey’s Law

Evers Vetoes Bill to Require Child Abuse Reports.

Northwood Tech, St. Croix Chippewa Indians Partner On Automotive Technical Diploma Program

Training provides hands-on learning and supports workforce development within the tribal community.

Repeat Offender Sentenced for Possessing Child Pornography

Judge Orders Lifetime Sex Offender Registration.