‘News’ Archives
Re-Branding Marathon County
What do you think of when someone mentions Marathon County? To most people the first thing that comes to mind is agriculture and a population that contains more cows than people. But now the largest county and situated geographically smack dab in the middle of the state is [Read More]
Cougar sitings on the rise in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reports of more than ten confirmed cougar sitings have happened in the state within the last ten years. DNR wardens and biologists have identified four male cougars are roaming the state. These cougars are believed to have [Read More]
Dragonflies take a bite out of mosquitos
This summer’s heavy, wet weather has been a boon to the the mosquito population. The ‘state bird’ can be found everywhere in great numbers. But swarms of dragonflies are now on the offensive to keep the mosquito population in check. From the Sheboygan [Read More]
Strong Storms can pose risks to your pocketbook
Media release from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection: MADISON –The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection reminds storm and flooding victims to be careful who they hire to do any needed repairs. “In an emergency [Read More]
Getting on the bus for Virginia
Three buses loaded with 121 Scouts and adult leaders left the Samoset Council Service Center this morning on their 16 day adventure at the National Scout Jamboree. The Jamboree, held at Fort A.P. Hill in Virginia is a quadrennial gathering of Scouts from around the Nation. [Read More]
Filling in the Gaps
Wisconsin Public Radio is in the process of adding a new transmitter site to their stable of Ideas Network stations. WUWS in Ashland will replace the current low power 26 watt Ideas Network station broadcasting at 102.9 FM. The new station will have a 23,000 watt [Read More]
