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May
2026

20 May 2026

Gilman village board approves contract for UV disinfection work

The Village of Gilman Board met on Wednesday, May 13, where they accepted a proposal on behalf of Ladysmith engineering consulting firm Morgan and Par...

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Gilman village board approves contract for UV disinfection work

The Village of Gilman Board met on Wednesday, May 13, where they accepted a proposal on behalf of Ladysmith engineering consulting firm Morgan and Par...

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Posted on May 20, 2026

Apply for a 2026 elk hunting license by May 31

The Wisconsin DNR reminds Wisconsin hunters that they have until May 31 to apply for a chance at a 2026 elk hunting license. Wisconsinites can buy ...

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Apply for a 2026 elk hunting license by May 31

The Wisconsin DNR reminds Wisconsin hunters that they have until May 31 to apply for a chance at a 2026 elk hunting license. Wisconsinites can buy ...

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Posted on May 20, 2026

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May
2026

13 May 2026

Mother’s Day fire destroys Jump River barn

Mother’s Day fire destroys Jump River barn

For generations the Brooks barn on Hwy 73 in Jump River has been a landmark for those in northwestern Taylor County. Now, all that remains is smold...

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Mother’s Day fire destroys Jump River barn

For generations the Brooks barn on Hwy 73 in Jump River has been a landmark for those in northwestern Taylor County. Now, all that remains is smold...

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Posted on May 13, 2026

Connecting the pieces, Planning for sewer regionalization project from Medford to Stetsonville is on schedule for 2027 work

The pieces are continuing to fall into place for a sewer regionalization project between the village of Stetsonville and the city of Medford. David...

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Connecting the pieces, Planning for sewer regionalization project from Medford to Stetsonville is on schedule for 2027 work

The pieces are continuing to fall into place for a sewer regionalization project between the village of Stetsonville and the city of Medford. David...

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Posted on May 13, 2026

Memorial Day has been celebrated for more than 150 years in U.S.

“The 30th day of May, 1868 is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense...

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Memorial Day has been celebrated for more than 150 years in U.S.

“The 30th day of May, 1868 is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense...

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Posted on May 13, 2026

Billings Ave. work to include sidewalk/path to park

Sidewalk will be coming to Billings Ave. as part of a resurfacing and curb and gutter project in 2027 At Monday’s Medford City Council meeting, memb...

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Billings Ave. work to include sidewalk/path to park

Sidewalk will be coming to Billings Ave. as part of a resurfacing and curb and gutter project in 2027 At Monday’s Medford City Council meeting, memb...

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Posted on May 13, 2026

County committee hears wireless and fairgrounds updates

County committee hears wireless and fairgrounds updates

The Taylor County Buildings, Grounds and Parks Committee agreed to enter into a contract with Country Wireless at a meeting on Tuesday, May 12. The...

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County committee hears wireless and fairgrounds updates

The Taylor County Buildings, Grounds and Parks Committee agreed to enter into a contract with Country Wireless at a meeting on Tuesday, May 12. The...

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Posted on May 13, 2026

Forward Bank announces officer promotions

Forward Bank is proud to announce the promotion of six team members, recognizing their leadership, commitment to customers, and dedication to strength...

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Forward Bank announces officer promotions

Forward Bank is proud to announce the promotion of six team members, recognizing their leadership, commitment to customers, and dedication to strength...

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Posted on May 13, 2026

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May
2026

06 May 2026

Shooting suspect in custody

A 19-year-old Marshfield man is in custody following the shooting death of 21-year-old Austin D. Olson of Medford that occurred in Little Black on Apr...

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Shooting suspect in custody

A 19-year-old Marshfield man is in custody following the shooting death of 21-year-old Austin D. Olson of Medford that occurred in Little Black on Apr...

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Posted on May 6, 2026

On the trail, Governor candidate Mandela Barnes makes campaign stop at We Grow, talks costs, challenges, opportunities

On the trail, Governor candidate Mandela Barnes makes campaign stop at We Grow, talks costs, challenges, opportunities

Former Lt. Gov. and gubernatorial candidate Mandela Barnes made a stop in Taylor County on Tuesday to talk with farmers Rebecca and Eric Zuleger of We...

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On the trail, Governor candidate Mandela Barnes makes campaign stop at We Grow, talks costs, challenges, opportunities

Former Lt. Gov. and gubernatorial candidate Mandela Barnes made a stop in Taylor County on Tuesday to talk with farmers Rebecca and Eric Zuleger of We...

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Posted on May 6, 2026