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Upside down dreams
Michelle “MACE” Curran trained with the Air Force for 10 years before becoming part of the Thunderbirds, eventually earning the lead solo position of the formation. As lead solo, Curran spent most of her time performing maneuvers upside down. It was with the Thunderbirds that Curran discovered her love for inspiring others to let go of their fear and embrace confidence. SUBMITTED
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Upside down dreams

Taylor County’s Michelle “MACE” Curran defies gravity...

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Seeking feedback
Shelia Nyberg of the Clark County Economic Development Corporation urged members of the Stetsonville Village Board to join in a regional commission with the goal of getting freight rail back on the local line. BRIAN WILSON/THE STAR NEWS
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Stetsonville holds off on joining new rail group, board members want feedback from local businesses...

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Taylor County Veteran’s groups and Veteran’s resources

TAYLOR COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE 224 S 2nd St Medford (p) 715-748-1488 Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Facebook: Taylor County VS CVSO Walk-In Hours Rib Lake Library, 645 Pearl St, Rib Lake 1st Tuesday 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Gilman Senior Center 385 E Main St Gilman 3rd Thursday 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Coffee With the Vets is held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 9 to 10 a.m. in th...

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Rep. Hurd’s bill strengthening protections for sexual assault victims signed into law

On Friday, Senate Bill (SB) 413, authored by Representative Karen Hurd (RWithee) and Senator Howard Marklein (RSpring Green), was signed into law by Governor Tony Evers as 2025 Wisconsin Act 90. This new law strengthens protections for victims of sexual assault victims by expanding legal protections and support for survivors.“With Senate Bill 413 becoming law, more assistance is now available to...

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City explores options for commercial building inspections
Work is continuing on the expansion of the Frontline plant complex on Jensen Dr. in Medford. Currently, state inspectors perform on-site building inspections and reviews during construction and remodeling of commercial and industrial properties. That would change under a proposal being considered by the city council to hire a Marshfield-based firm to do the work. This could improve response times for building projects. BRIAN WILSON/THE STAR NEWS
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City explores options for commercial building inspections

Commercial contractors and builders in the city of Medford could see more in-person inspections and ...

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Keep the blood supply stable: Give blood or platelets with Red Cross

Free A1C testing on successful donations, $15 Amazon Gift Card by email for coming to give in March This March, the American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Donors of all blood types remain critical to keeping momentum up and the blood supply steady headed into...

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