Development Foundation gives update on area economic health

The city of Medford is looking to a potential state grant to help bring new residents to the city. At the January 12 city council meeting, council members approved applying for a relocation grant program through the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). The statewide goal is to attract 250 households from outside the state, with participating communities each responsible for recrui...

The Forward Central Stage located in Ice Age Park in Rib Lake opened last year and drew hundreds of music fans with an exciting line-up of musicians. Organizers with the Friends of Rib Lake are looking forward to a full season of 10 performances in June, July and August. Organizer Laura Deuso of the Friends of Rib Lake, explained that even with running a partial first season, they estimated ...