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Prescott Community Club member Tara Buechner presents the PCC scholarship to Ava Franco Wednesday, May 8.

Prescott Community Club Student of the Week: Ava Franco

The Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for May 22 is Prescott High School senior Ava Franco, selected by the Prescott Community Club. “Ava was chosen by the Prescott Community … more

5/22/24

Tommy Elbert of Linden Street (right) said the city should pay for the removal of the diseased ash trees for every Prescott resident.

Prescott alderperson changes stance on Small Box Discount Store Ordinance

As Mayor Robert Daugherty opened the May 13 Prescott City Council meeting to public comment, Alderperson Maureen Otwell asked to address the ordinance regarding small box discount stores. She stated … more

By Danielle Boos | 5/22/24

A map of the proposed Magee Park bike trails.

City of Prescott enters agreement with Trail Source

PRESCOTT – The Prescott City Council approved an agreement with Trail Source for the construction of .7 miles of single-track mountain bike trails within Magee Park for $24,900. In 2022, … more

By Danielle Boos | 5/22/24

PHS teacher is quarterfinalist for a Grammy educator award

PRESCOTT – Prescott High School Band Director Jason Canfield was among 215 music teachers selected as quarterfinalists for the GRAMMY Museum and Recording Academy’s 2025 Music Educator … more

5/22/24

Malone Intermediate School Principal Mike Kosmalski May 15 addressing the recent GOP lawsuit and counter claim by Gov. Tony Evers.

Prescott School Board approves final operational budget cuts

PRESCOTT – At the May 15 Prescott School Board meeting as in past meetings, much time was spent discussing how to cut the operational budget after the failed referendum, and this time the Arts … more

By Nicole Rogers | 5/22/24

A rendering of Red’s Place, a proposed supportive housing facility for adults with autism.

RF CC to hear proposal of supportive housing for adults with autism

The River Falls Plan Commission unanimously forwarded a final plat that would create 32 lots including 30 single-family housing units, a project to provide supportive housing for adults with autism … more

By Andrew Harrington | 5/22/24

Eagle Eye Farm near River Falls is offering a plethora of day and week-long camps for all ages.

Eagle Eye Farm announces 2024 summer camp programming

RIVER FALLS - Eagle Eye Farm is getting ready for another educational and exciting season of summer youth and adult camps. In 2024, the farm will offer seven camps, each with a different focus … more

5/22/24

Two UWRF faculty members honored for their work with students

RIVER FALLS – University of Wisconsin-River Falls faculty members David Bonko and Chris Hergenrader are being honored for their outstanding work with students and helping prepare them for … more

5/22/24

EFD responds to deck fire, residents evacuate

ELLSWORTH – Ellsworth Fire Department was dispatched to a deck on fire in the early morning hours of Thursday, May 16. At 1:10 a.m., firefighters responded to 435 Golf Course Lane and … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 5/16/24

Prescott approves lease with Leo’s landing for this year, will take legal action to affirm land ownership

The City of Prescott issued the following statement regarding Leo’s Landings actions late Tuesday morning: “At Monday night’s meeting, the City Council formally approved the … more

5/16/24

THE CAPITOL REPORT: Even with new maps, the number of legislators leaving falls short of past years

The number of lawmakers retiring or running for other offices is poised to fall short of what it was two years ago, despite the uncertainty caused by the new maps. As of May 3, 20 members of the … more

By WisPolitics.com | 5/16/24

Michael Gilmer, dean of students at UW-River Falls, interacts with a student during a Mental Health Mondays event at the university. Gilmer has spent much of his time during his first semester at UWRF helping address programs regarding student mental health.

Meeting the challenge: New UWRF dean of students helps address mental health needs

RIVER FALLS – When Michael Gilmer accepted the job as dean of students at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, he expected to learn, bit by bit, how to best ensure and enact services to … more

5/16/24

Raph and Pat Ptacek with Prescott School District Athletic Director Andrew Caudill at the Cardinal Pump at Ptaceks in Prescott.

Ptaceks Family Market supports local athletics with fundraising initiative

PRESCOTT – Ptaceks Family Market, a pillar of the Prescott community, is proud to announce its latest initiative in support of local athletics. Starting May 2, Ptaceks Family Market will donate … more

5/15/24

Ellsworth High School’s Forensics team (back, from left): Jonathan Dawley, Axel Simonson, Lilly Clark, Cyrus Cook, Josie Pechacek, Katie Pederson, Mason Tri, Lander Levers; (middle, from left): Madelynn Flynn, Carolyn Trannel, Taylor Franklin, Ngoc Nguyen, Madeline Saver, Rebecca Dendinger, Kendra Aufderhar, Maya Bueso; (front, from left: Andrea Esterby, Piper VanNocker, Breana Blanch, Bridget Dendinger, Lily Vesely, Emma Helgeson and Nora Novek.

State Speech Contest announces school awards

LA CROSSE – Thirty-one Wisconsin schools received recognition for their overall performance at the Wisconsin State Speech Festival. The event was held this year at DeForest Area High School as … more

5/15/24

Ellsworth School Board at its May 13 organizational meeting. Pictured are (front, from left): President Julie Lundstrom, Vice President Susan Beck, Steve Mark; (back, from left) Mark Stoesz, Treasurer Michael Petersen, Gary Kressin and Clerk Kurt Buckner.

Ellsworth SB approves projects including scoreboard, reorganizes

The Ellsworth School District Board of Education approved 2024-25 action for maintenance, technology, transportation and athletics projects during the May 13 meeting. The projects include … more

By Andrew Harrington | 5/15/24

Sheriff Koranda commends officers for saving life

Pierce County Sheriff Chad Koranda recently issued a letter of commendation to Pierce County Deputy Cale Huppert and Wisconsin DNR Warden Joe McMahon for their actions that resulted in a life being … more

5/15/24

10 questions for an officer: Derek Hokkanen

The Pierce County Journal appreciates the men and women who risk their lives every day to protect and serve our communities. We also want to help you get to know the men and women behind the badge in … more

5/15/24

Pictured at the Spring Valley war memorial groundbreaking May 8 were (from left) Jon Tanberg, Joan Good, Dan Tully, Larry Sorenson, Jaden Sorenson, Scott Gallatin; (front, holding shovels) Post Commander Pete Esanbock and Boy Scout Kendan Schapley.

SV Legion breaks ground for new war memorial

SPRING VALLEY – Spring Valley American Legion Post 227 held a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday, May 8 for a new veterans’ war memorial off Highway 29 near Park Drive. Legion … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 5/15/24

Pictured are the Spring Valley FFA officer team with Tony Shafer. (Back row, from left): Maddie Shafer, Addison Neidermyer, Tony Shafer, Kianna Nelson, and Jordan Lamb; (front row) Abby Thompson, Jaci Mader, and Megan Wentlandt.

Shafer surprises Spring Valley FFA with grant

Recently local farmer, Tony Shafer, surprised Spring Valley FFA with another $5,000 grant through Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities. The America’s Farmers Grow Communities is … more

5/15/24

Crain-Ottman American Legion Post 207 Commander Jerry Thompson presented Elmwood High School senior Ryan Rupakus a $1,000 scholarship May 1.

Elmwood American Legion, Auxiliary award scholarships

ELMWOOD – Crain-Ottman American Legion Post 207 and Auxiliary Unit 207 participated in the Elmwood High School Awards Banquet the evening of May 1 to present scholarships and awards. Legion … more

5/15/24