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Preventing the illegal sale of tobacco and vape products to minors is a critical step toward reducing underage smoking and its long-term health consequences. According to State Health Officer and …
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7/10/25
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The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has launched an enhanced public platform for accessing school finance data. The public will be able to download, sort, search, and access information …
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7/10/25
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On June 24, 2025, fifteen students completed the Wisconsin Hunter Education course that was held at the Owen-Withee Public Schools. The class took approximately 17 hours to complete, and covered the …
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By Noel Barteck
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7/10/25
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The Owen-Withee Schools Strategic Planning group held their third meeting on Monday, June 23. Community Engagement Domains were talked about in small groups before being discussed by the larger …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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7/10/25
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Summer school at Owen-Withee Elementary created many opportunities for students to learn new things. Students had a variety of classes to choose from that not only were educational, but also fun. …
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By Elementary Principal Julie VanArk
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7/9/25
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Author William Kent Krueger was brought to Celebrations Hall in Gilman on Friday, June 27 by Friends of the Western Taylor County Public Library. He is the author of standalone books e.g. Ordinary …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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7/9/25
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New Craft Kits Available New projects include a musical Tambourine, Spinner, StarDust, Build Your Own Rocket, Build Your Own Statue of Liberty, Liberty Flower, a Silly Star Shaker and more. It also …
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By Library Director Brandon Hardin
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7/9/25
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The United States Postal Service is on the brink of a self-induced collapse. The failed policies of the Delivering for America Plan have driven away customers through a combination of sky-high rate …
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By Martha Diaz Aszkenazy
Chair, National Newspaper Association
Publisher, The San Fernando Valley (California) Sun/El Sol Newspapers
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7/9/25
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Prevail Bank pledged to donate $1 for every pound of paper shredded, up to $1,000—and the community rose to the challenge, bringing 1,968 pounds of documents to be safely destroyed and …
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7/9/25
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95 Years Ago – July 3, 1930 Doc Wilson and his orchestra featuring “Flo” the great blues singer, has been booked for the Mileaway dance pavilion for two nights, July 3 and 4. The …
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7/9/25
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TRG The village of Granton has a new clerk/treasurer and a new head of the village waterworks to replace former waterworks operator and temporary clerk/treasurer Jared Thomas, who announced his …
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7/9/25
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On Thursday, June 26, the County Board met in Neillsville at the County Courthouse for their June meeting. After the Call to Order, the Pledge of Allegiance was said and then Roll Call was taken. 27 …
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By Megan Kelsey
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7/9/25
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The Atrium at Lambeau Field was the venue for the 2025 USA Today All-Northeast Athletic Banquet. Over 1,100 athletes, parents and coaches were invited to celebrate the accomplishments of the best …
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By Coach Terry Laube
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7/9/25
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Emmanuel Lutheran in Longwood held a rebuilding fundraiser on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the church site in Longwood. With food, fun, carnival games, a flea market, karaoke, cake walk, raffles and …
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By Joseph Back
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7/9/25
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The Owen-Withee-Curtiss Fire District held a short meeting on Thursday, June 26 to get an update on grant funding and decide next steps on a possible new fire hall. Current legislation would …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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7/9/25
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The Owen Common Council held their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 24. During Public Comment, Dan Hooks said he was against allowing the Woodland to light fireworks on the 4th of July. This had been …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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7/9/25
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The Owen Jr. Fair is just a couple months away. In conjunction with the 100 Year Centennial of our city of Owen, we are holding a best beard/mustache contest. Judging for the contest will be on …
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7/9/25
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About 55 American Legion Riders visited Lublin on Sunday, June 29 as they cruised for a cause. They have raised almost $60,000 for veterans on this trip. Riders stated they “enjoy …
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Photo by Theresa Schindler
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7/9/25
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Fourteen members and their guests (total of 25 in attendance) of the O-W High School Class of 1960 gathered for their 65th reunion on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Owen. The festivities began with a …
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By Allan Hodnett and Caroline [Thompson] Pietrowski
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7/9/25
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Mischief & Magic presented a program for the summer school students and the public on Friday, June 27 in the elementary gym. Most of their animals are rescues. Jake and Renee brought a number of …
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By Cindy Cardinal
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7/9/25
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