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Banks warn patrons of “recovery” scams

Area financial institutions, including Citizens State Bank and Northwestern Bank, are warning consumers about a growing and particularly harmful fraud trend, known as recovery scams, in which criminal...
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Slow down and give snow plows room to do the work
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Slow down and give snow plows room to do the work

The Chippewa County Highway Department is reminding motorists to pay attention and use caution, when...

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Shoveling snow can be physically demanding
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Shoveling snow can be physically demanding

As winter storms impact communities, residents are urged to take precautions, when shoveling snow, t...

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Imposter scams are defrauding Wisconsinites of millions
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Imposter scams are defrauding Wisconsinites of millions

Fraud attempts are no longer confined to clumsilywritten messages or frantic pleas from celebrities,...

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Pay attention, so you’re not driving the wrong way

Drivers are urged to stay alert and make safe choices behind the wheel, as dangerous driving behaviors continue to be an issue on Wisconsin roads. Preventable behaviors, including wrong-way driving, contribute to an unacceptable number of crashes and deaths. Many factors can contribute to a wrong-way driving crash, such as impairment, distractions, unfamiliarity with a road, driver confusion an...

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Sink a line and enjoy the outdoors with free fishing
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Sink a line and enjoy the outdoors with free fishing

During Free Fishing Weekend, Jan. 17-18, 2026, anglers of all ages, can wet a line in any Wisconsin ...

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Apply for funding now, if you grow a specialty crop

Applications are open for 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grants, through March 3, 2026. Eligible projects include those that focus on enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crop industries through research, education or market development. Non-profit organizations, producer groups, government agencies, universities and other agricultural organizations, are encouraged to apply. Applications may i...

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