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County board to vote on pursuing JDA

Marathon Co. supervisors debating Hub City Wind options
County board to vote on pursuing JDA
Chris Dickinson
County board to vote on pursuing JDA
Chris Dickinson

With limited options for stopping the proposed Hub City Wind project near Stratford – and time running out to take action – the Marathon County Board will vote next week on whether to pursue a ...

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Crowds came out to the Chelsea Conservation Club for the annual Chelsea Fall Festival on Sunday, August 16. The horse pull competition is a highlight of the event which is a major fundraiser for the club. Other activities include a chicken dinner and children's fun and music from Mr. Concertina, George Dums. See page 9 for more pictures and pull results. ALEX WILSON/THE STAR NEWS
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Child dies after being struck by a vehicle

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Gilman School Board OKs Leipart to attend conference
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