UPDATE: Widespread Severe Storms Likely
Severe thunderstorms capable of large hail and destructive winds are expected this afternoon and evening.
Growing Case Activity And Circulation Of Delta Variant Prompt Updated CDC And DHS Guidance
"Vaccination and mask guidance are best response tools for an evolving situation"
Oldest Remaining Building In Shell Lake Becomes Just A Hole In The Ground
Out with the old, in with the new. Shell Lake is growing again.
Natural Connections: Cold Trees Have Teeth
"In places where winter comes with biting cold, it’s actually the trees that have the teeth!"
Ladysmith Man Sentenced To 9 Years For Methamphetamine Trafficking
Eric G. Cooke, 51, Ladysmith, Wisconsin was sentenced by U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 9 years in federal prison
Gov. Evers Statement On Special Session To Do What’s Best For Kids
Republicans reject more than $400 million for K-12, more than $100 million for higher education
WATCH: Terry Dryden Joined Ben & Fitzy For This Week’s ‘Positive Tuesday’ Show!
Former Washburn County Sheriff Terry Dryden joined the show for the 2nd time since his heart attack in July of 2020.
Rep. Armstrong Votes To Override Evers UI Veto
Armstrong: "This is unacceptable and hurts not only businesses, but also the employees they do have, their customers, and their communities."
Rep. Magnafici Votes To Override Gov’s Veto
"Today I am voting to override Governor Evers’ veto of AB 336, which ends the bonus handout for being unemployed."
Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Department
Burnett County Weekly Jail Bookings Report
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Burnett County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Weekly Jail Bookings Report
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Polk County Sheriff's Office
Rusk County Weekly Jail Bookings Report
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Rusk County Sheriff's Office
Sawyer County Weekly Jail Bookings Report
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Sawyer County Sheriff's Office
Washburn County Weekly Jail Bookings Report
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Washburn County Sheriff's Office
Burnett County Sheriff's Office Announces Recipients Of Life Saving Awards
These three were presented with Commendation Letters and Life Saving Pins on 7-27-21 as a sign of our appreciation.
ICAA Receives Grant To Help Provide Basic Necessities To Veterans In Northern Wisconsin
ICAA announces they were chosen to receive a $10,000 grant from the Forest County Potawatomi Foundation
Potential For Severe Storms In NW Wisconsin Tonight
Thunderstorms are expected to develop late this afternoon in north central Minnesota and move into Wisconsin during the evening and early overnight hours.
COVID-19 Semi-Weekly Update: Monday, July 26, 2021
Semi-Weekly COVID-19 update for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.
Gov. Evers 'Calls Legislature Into Special Session To Do What’s Best For Kids'
Governor announces special session plan to put more than $400 million into K-12, more than $100 million into higher education
Terry Dryden To Join Ben & Fitzy On This Week's 'Positive Tuesday' Show!
Live show airs on DrydenWire's Facebook page at 8:30a on Tuesday morning
Movie Review: 'Old'
"There’s a lot of hitting and missing with Shyamalan’s ideas, and I can see some people thinking it misses more than it hits, but I think it’s about equal."
Northwest WI Regional Weekly Construction Update
This week’s updates from WisDOT on road construction projects for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.
'CUSTOMER APPRECIATION SALE' - This Week At Schmitz's Economart!
This week's great deals going on now thru Sunday at Schmitz's Economart!