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Thanks to all who braved the storm

“Wisconsinites, as always, are helpers by nature, so please take good care, look out for each other, and take care of one another,” wrote Gov. Tony Evers in his statement declaring a state of emergency prior to last weekend’s severe winter storm.A deadly combination of snow and strong winds blew through Wisconsin over the past weekend. In its wake, communities in central Wisconsin reported r...

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Village of Spencer to survey residents on next phase of stage project
Shown above and below are renderings from Funktion Design Studio of what the Spencer band stage near the Lions Park would look like with an extended roof, turning it into an open-air shelter. The second phase of the project would also include adding bathrooms and a mechanical room behind the stage for a total cost of $917,358. The village is seeking feedback on whether community members are interested in supporting the project at the present time. Village officials also plan to look into state and federal grant opportunities. For more information, contact the village at 715-659-5423. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Village of Spencer to survey residents on next phase of stage project

The new Spencer band stage has already brought community members together for music and camaraderie,...

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Hurd’s bill for assault victims signed into law

On March 6, Senate Bill (SB) 413, authored by Rep. Karen Hurd (R-Withee) and Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green), was signed into law by Gov. 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 victims of se...

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Granton Village Board considers restructuring library assistant position

The Granton Village Board and Granton Area School District are “at a crossroads” with the announcement of the retirement of Granton Community Library assistant Missy Walz to be finalized in the coming months. The village board briefly discussed the position and what changes they might want to make moving forward to draw in good candidates.The board approved the retirement of Walz during their ...

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Homeless sex offender to reside in Clark County
Joseph J. Kropp
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Homeless sex offender to reside in Clark County

The Clark County Sheriff’s Office has announced that Joseph J. Kropp, 55, has served his sentence ...

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Chamber Chorale presents ‘America Sings! Celebrating 250 years with American Composers’

To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Central Chamber Chorale will feature American composers in its spring concert season. This classical ensemble features 23 singers from Marshfield and the surrounding areas, including Granton, Spencer, and Colby.There will be free concerts on Saturday, March 21, at 7 p.m. at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 400 N. 2nd Ave., Abbo...

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