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Clark County Jail Bookings

August 22-August 28 Format: Name; Classification; Charge(s); Release Reason (if given); Release Date (if given). August 23 Munoz Camacho, Carlos Manuel; Print/Mug; Operate Without …

Circuit Court Report

Report Date: January 17, 2024 Speeding - $276.10 Lis, Trisha Erdine; Owen; 32. Speeding - $250.90 Vazquezgonzalez, Janier Ediuth; Colby; 27. Speeding - $225.70 Mcdonald, …

WisDOT seeks public comment on 2024 ADA Transition Plan

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) invites the public to review and share feedback on the agency’s 2024 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. The ADA …

Understanding check washing and how to prevent it

In an age where digital transactions are becoming increasingly common, traditional methods of fraud, such as check washing, remain a persistent threat. Simple steps can be taken to understand and …

Clark County Disc Golf for Scouting to benefit local Scouting programs

The Chippewa Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America, is set to host its Clark County Disc Golf for Scouting event on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The disc golf fundraiser, sponsored by Forward Bank, …
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Business

Community Banks work together to urge diligence on common text-based fraud

In a joint effort to safeguard our community, AbbyBank, Forward Bank, Northwestern Bank, and Prevail Bank have come together to educate community members and customers about the increasing threats of …

Government

Senator James receives Wisconsin Counties Association’s “Outstanding Legislator Award”

Senator James was recognized with his WCA Outstanding Legislator Award on August 21, 2024, in his State Capitol Office from WCA Government Affairs Associate Chelsea Shanks.

State Senator Jesse L. James (R-Altoona) has been honored by the Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) with a “WCA Outstanding Legislator Award” for his exceptional work on behalf of …

Community

Air Fryer educational class to be held at CART Center in Neillsville

Air Frying has a fast-growing following, for good reason; the air fryer is a powerful, efficient cooking tool that utilizes time-tested technology with delicious results. In this class, Barb …

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Monthly Outdoor Warning Siren Test, sometime between 5-6 p.m., throughout Clark County. Test postponed for severe weather in area . O-W Sports Booster Club …
Meet Caramel, the CCHS Pet of the Week! Caramel was surrendered to CCHS with his brother Chubs when their previous family just couldn't find homes for them. Caramel is a three-month-old Lab mix who …
Home Delivered Meals Colby, Abbotsford, Dorchester, Owen & Thorp Locations To reserve or cancel a meal, please call the Aging Office at (715)743-5166 or 1-866-743-5144 by 12 noon one …

Fall Strong Bodies classes starting in Greenwood and Granton

Classes are forming for the Strong Bodies programs in Greenwood. Classes will be held at the Greenwood High School in the old Gym. These classes will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning September …

Owen Withee Area Community Calendar

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 Early Deadline for September 4 edition of Enterprise Sentinel, 12 noon. SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 Owen-Withee Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-Noon, Mill Pond Park, …

"Comet"

Meet Comet, the CCHS Pet of the Week! Comet came to CCHS with his friend Pluto from a local farm. Comet is a Red Heeler, with a short-haired coat that is red and white with little tan speckles. He is …

Thorp Aquatic Center closes for the season on August 25th

Although the final day of the season at the Thorp Aquatic Center is on the horizon for August 25th, fun is still planned for the remaining hot summer days! A “So Long Summer” party will …
Obituary
Jerome Peter Weiler, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on May 27, 1941, to Peter and Marie (Eckert) Weiler in Athens, township of Bern. Jerome spent his early years on …
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Harvey Weaver Brubaker, age 78 years, 0 months, 26 days of Thorp, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at his home. Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at …
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Karen Kay Lampi, age 84, of Abbotsford, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the Marshfield Medical Center. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at …
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Local sports

Speed and depth will be key to O-W Football success this season

2024 O-W Football team: (front) Manager Teddy VanArk, Manager Kendall Mueller, Sawyer Halida, Dominic Sherwood, Manager Kayla Rasmussen, Manager Kasil Mueller, (center) Coach Chad Bogard, Coach Harry Mitchell, Ashton Paczkowski, Derick Potocnik, Troy Sherwood, Levi Nowbielski, Jack Wendler, Brandon Gerldernick, Winston Poehler, Matthew Wilson, Mason Gay, Talon Mueller, Carter Lindgren, Preston Fritz, Ransom Cwikla, Coach Justin Mueller, Coach Caleb Green, (back) Coach Jeff Greschner, Coach Terry Laube, Coach Steve Kadolph, Sawyer Young, Sam Rasmussen, Sam Wells, Colin Fritz, Sully Poehler, Jordan Wulff, Tim Stock, Aron Sanchez, Coach Albert Goerlitz, Coach Jeff Strzok, Coach Dylan Kaae, Coach Zach Feind.
The Owen-Withee football team ended last season with two consecutive losses to Thorp, one in their regular season finale and one in the first level of the playoffs. Those back-to-back losses to their …
Colin Dallman, Ray Nelson, Vince Henke, and Coach Albert Goerlitz represented O-W.

Blackhawk players and coach represent us in All-Star Game

The Owen-Withee Blackhawk Football Team was well represented in the annual North/South All-Star game played in Oshkosh July 19! In what was a back and forth game the North came from behind with just …
Meadowview Golf Course Meadowview Golf Course Thursday Night Men’s League Standings After Week 13 August 22, 2024 Division A Haas Sons, Inc.................... 594 …
Meadowview Golf Course Ladies’ League Standings As of August 14, 2024 Dairyland Animal Clinic..... 618 Crooked Closet.................... 615 Hatlestad …
The Owen-Withee Blackhawks hosted a four team scrimmage last Saturday in preparation for the upcoming home opener against Prairie Farm this Friday evening. The Hawks were able to get some much needed …
Meadowview Golf Course Meadowview Golf Course Thursday Night Men’s League Standings After Week 12 August 8, 2024 Division A Haas Sons, Inc.................... 554 …
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Education

Fiscal Facts: Public School Enrollment Down for 10th Straight Year

Statewide public school enrollment in Wisconsin declined for the tenth straight year in 2023-24, with the nearly 9,000-student decline representing the second biggest one-year drop in the last …

Features

Clark County horse tests positive for West Nile Virus

The Clark County Health Department (CCHD) is reminding people to protect themselves from mosquito bites after the CCHD was notified on August 26 that a horse in Clark County tested positive for West …

Opinion
Columns

Operation Musky 2024

Hello friends, Just to give you an idea of how fast a lifetime passes. I enlisted in the Wisconsin Air National Guard in 1981 and got out after my enlistment ended in ‘87. I loved the Air …

Insights

At a recent conference deans meeting with our new bishop, he asked us what we are looking forward to in September. I had a ready answer – I am soooo looking forward to our Drawn to the Word all …

How to help kids get the sleep they need for a successful school year

As the back-to-school season begins, ensuring children get quality sleep is essential for their academic and overall well-being. With early mornings, long school days, and after-school activities, …

Massive SSN Breach: Is Your Business Safe?

Imagine waking up one morning and discovering that your most sensitive personal information – such as your Social Security number – has been leaked online. Unfortunately, this isn't just …

Democrats focus on work ahead

Wisconsin Dems at the DNC spent four days in Chicago basking in the excitement of seeing new momentum with Kamala Harris and Tim Walz at the top of the ticket. Now they’re aiming to …

Know Your Legal Rights

Election season is here, and we are about to embark on a journey of evaluating our elected representatives, the decisions they have made, and the policies they have created during their terms. If you …
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