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VA offers home improvement grant programs to qualifying veterans

Spring is the time when many people think about home improvement and repair projects.

Qualifying veterans have access to grant programs through the Veterans Administration for accessibility m...

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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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WFBF releases annual impact report

The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation has released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting the organization’s efforts to grow Wisconsin agriculture through agricultural literacy, leadership development and supporting Wisconsin farmers. This comprehensive report showcases the Foundation’s commitment to creating informed consumers, engaged leaders and strong farmers.“The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foun...

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Wisconsin Election Commission launches election information hub

Voters and media can now access a new webpage to find the latest election information in one convenient location.The Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) has launched the 2026 Election Information Hub, at elections. wi.gov/2026. It is designed to bring news, data, key election dates, and voter resources from across the agency’s extensive website into a single, easy-to-navigate destination.The ne...

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