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Ellsworth Community School District office staff surprised Superintendent Barry Cain with a fishing themed retirement party in May.

End of an era: Cain retires as Ellsworth superintendent

Ellsworth Community School District Superintendent Barry Cain considers himself lucky to have spent a big chunk of his career in his hometown. But all good things must come to an end: Cain’s … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/27/24

Angie Whelan addresses the crowd assembled May 15 for the reveal of YB Urban?’s makeover, courtesy of the Wisconsin Main Street Makeover contest.

Future is bright for YB Urban?, Ellsworth’s East End

The atmosphere was electric in Ellsworth’s East End Business District on Wednesday, May 15 and Angie Whelan, owner of YB Urban? at 243 N. Broadway St., hopes to keep the momentum going. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/27/24

CAPITOL REPORT: More higher education dominos fall

The higher education landscape in Wisconsin is rapidly changing. Two more higher ed dominos have recently fallen at private and public institutions -- and there's probably more to come because … more

By WisPolitics. com | 6/27/24

Rep. Derrick Van Orden speaks to the crowd assembled June 22 at the Pierce County Republican Party Victory Center in River Falls.

Republican Party of Pierce County opens Victory Center

RIVER FALLS – On Saturday, June 22 the Republican party of Pierce County opened its Victory Center at 715 N. Main St. in River Falls. An estimated 50 people attended the grand opening which … more

6/27/24

Pictured are (top row, from left): WDA Director Thomas Draghi, Deputy Division Administrator at DWD Meredith Dressel, Project SEARCH Skills Trailer Emily LaBadie; interns Jasmine Leary and Alesha McKinney, Project SEARCH Skills Trainer Ben Wilen, Allina Health River Falls Director of Patient Care, Jennifer Loesch, Allina Health River Falls President Jill Ostrem; (front row, from left): Intern Rachel May, Project SEARCH Instructor Natasha Herum; interns Adrienne Bayer, Kylee Collins, Karlee Bishop and Isaiah Kasay, and Allina Health River Falls Executive Assistant and Project SEARCH Business Liaison. Miranda Thorson.

Project SEARCH empowers individuals with disabilities for employment success

RIVER FALLS - Project SEARCH, a transition-to-employment program for individuals with disabilities, recently celebrated the achievements of its latest cohort. Licensed through the School District of … more

6/27/24

Retiring River Falls Superintendent Jamie Benson is pictured with other district retirees, including (from left): John Witt, Lisa Lockie, Pam Friede, Jamie Benson, Christine Engel, Rita Sommerfeldt, and Carrie Loney.

Benson retires as River Falls superintendent

Superintendent Jamie Benson has steered the ship for 11 years in the River Falls School District, but he’s set to hand the wheel over to a new skipper. His last day is June 28. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/27/24

Prescott School Board looks at potential operational referendum and cost of meal increase

PRESCOTT – During public comment at the June Prescott School Board meeting, Tracy Collins from New Adventures Daycare represented three day care centers in the area that would be negatively … more

By Nicole Rogers | 6/27/24

Prescott High School applauds 3rd trimester honor rollees

Prescott High School has released the third trimester A and B honor rolls for the 2023-24 school year. Congratulations Cardinals! A honor roll Freshmen: Abigail Brock, Kyra Dix, Brady … more

6/27/24

Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services helped celebrate the ribbon cutting of The Metered, one of the first data centers in western Wisconsin. “This data center not only supports leading edge technology such as AI, data analytics, cryptocurrency mining and virtual reality, it also signifies Pierce County is open for business when it comes to being a transformational leader utilizing technology and innovation,” a press release from Pierce Pepin states.

The Metered launches data center in Hager City

Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services has announced the addition of its newest member, The Metered, LLC. The Metered will launch one of the first data centers in western Wisconsin, offering cloud-based … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 6/26/24

Brianna Bucholz, founder of BB Benefit Group and Syngergos360.

Local employee benefits business partners with tech company

A local business owner has embarked on a new business venture, one that has been noticed and highlighted by Yahoo Finance. Brianna Bucholz, founder of BB Benefit Group and Synergos360, has begun a … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 6/26/24

Elmwood MS/HS recognizes honor roll scholars

ELMWOOD – Elmwood Middle/High School has released the fourth quarter honor roll for the 2023-24 school year. Congratulations students! A honor roll Seniors: Blake Allen, Riley Bechel, … more

6/26/24

New Wisconsin alcohol laws bring new challenges for local businesses

Local businesses, such as The Garage Bikes + Brews in River Falls and The Barns of Lost Creek wedding venue in Beldenville, are struggling to interpret new alcohol laws in Wisconsin which make things … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/26/24

The 2024 FEMA Evaluated 2024 Prairie Island Nuclear Power Plant - Radiological Reception Center for Residents and Emergency Workers exercise took place at Elmwood High School on June 20 where emergency workers were trained and evaluated on procedures in the event of a radiological emergency.

Pierce County performs emergency response drill

If there is ever a nuclear power plant accident at Prairie Island Nuclear Generating Plant, which is not likely said Emergency Management Director Christine McPherson, Pierce County is well-prepared … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/26/24

(From left): Landen McDonough, Nathan Winger and Luke Battaglia with a giraffe in the background.

EPC science students head to Africa

Not many people can say they’ve assisted scientists in Africa on a rhino horn trimming study – but a group of Elmwood/Plum City students can. Led by Elmwood High School science … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 6/26/24

Concerns over structural curb issues on Cherry Street and Kinnickinnic Street caused the Prescott City Council to hire Harmon Concrete and Construction, Inc for replacement.

Prescott City Council sets sights on future development and growth

At the Prescott City Council meeting on June 10, City Administrator Matt Wolf described the past repairs for Cherry and Kinnickinnic streets. In March 2024 the council approved the mill and overlay … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/20/24

CAPITOL REPORT: Spring 2025 State Supreme Court race gets early kickoff

Let the spring 2025 state Supreme Court race begin! You may be a bit confused, given that we're still in the midst of the big 2024 election season that will decide the races for president, the … more

By WisPolitics.com | 6/20/24

Ellsworth School Board member Gary Kressin congratulates Valedictorian Jocelyn Boyle at the May 19 Ellsworth High School awards ceremony.

GALLERY: Celebrating EHS Class of 2024 accomplishments

The Ellsworth Class of 2024 shared a night of accolades on Sunday, May 19 in the Ellsworth High School Cafetorium. more

6/20/24

Proposed athletic code tabled for revisions by Ellsworth School Board

The Ellsworth Community School District tabled the proposed athletic code revisions for tweaks and heard a presentation on the Ellsworth Hall of Fame that is in the works during the June 10 school … more

By Andrew Harrington | 6/20/24

St. Croix EDC welcomes new board members, officers

ST. CROIX COUNTY – St. Croix Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC) held its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, May 14. The 2024-2025 officers were elected, as well as welcoming four new board … more

6/20/24

Plum City MS/HS applauds 4th quarter honor roll

PLUM CITY – Plum City Middle/High School is proud to announce the fourth quarter honor roll for the 2023-24 school year. Congratulations students! A honor roll Seniors McKenzie … more

6/20/24