Washburn County Now Accepting Applications For Zoning Administrator

Education and licensing requirements apply; see job description for full details.

Washburn County Now Hiring: Explore Career Opportunities At WashburnJobs.com

Explore open positions across County departments and apply easily online through the new WashburnJobs.com portal.

Wisconsin State Patrol’s November Law Of The Month Focuses On Protecting Roadside Workers

Move Over Law reminds drivers to slow down and change lanes when approaching emergency or maintenance vehicles.

St. Croix Falls School District Receives Donation To Support Youth Mental Health Initiatives

Donation from the Polk County Suicide Awareness Walk will help expand programs that support student well-being.

Only WWII Cook To Earn The Medal Of Honor, T/5 Eric G. Gibson

Gibson buried in Nora Cemetery, despite never living in Rice Lake.

Rice Lake Elks Lodge #1441 Gives Back To The Rice Lake Community

Community Outreach is ongoing at Rice Lake Elks Lodge #1441.

Scary Simple Social Media Ideas For October

Because marketing shouldn’t be the scariest thing you do this month.

WisDOT Urges Drivers To Put Safety First On 'Buckle Up, Phone Down' Day

Annual campaign reminds Wisconsinites that seat belts and putting phones away save lives—every trip, every time.

WisDOT Urges Drivers To Stay Alert As Deer Activity Increases Statewide

More than one-third of Wisconsin’s 17,000 deer crashes occur in October and November.

Tri-County High School Students Test Their Skills At 51st Annual Land Judging Contest

Sixty-seven students from across Burnett, Polk, and Washburn counties competed to showcase their land evaluation and conservation skills.

Now Hiring: Washburn County Accepting Applications For ADRC Sub-Cook

Washburn County is accepting applications for a Sub-cook to work at the Washburn County Senior Centers.

Phase One Complete: Historic Spooner Fish Hatchery Gets New Life With Local Help

Hayward painting company completes Phase One of Historic Fish Hatchery Building in Spooner.

Polk County Treatment Court Celebrates Graduation

Graduate Achieves 405 Days Sober, Full-Time Employment, Housing, and Restored Driver’s License.

Wisconsin State Patrol’s Northwest Region Focuses On Rail Safety

Wisconsin State Patrol joins local communities in raising awareness on rail safety during Operation Clear Track.

Wisconsin DNR Launches Updated Air Quality Data Map

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has improved its air quality data map to help the public stay "air aware."

DNR To Host Open House At Spooner’s Fish Hatchery Sept. 27

Event will feature guided tours, fish pumping demonstrations, and family activities.

Indianhead Credit Union Hosting Birthday Celebrations For Youth Mascot ‘Milkshake’

Kids’ activities, gifts, and cupcakes planned as Indianhead Credit Union celebrates Milkshake’s first birthday at Grantsburg and Spooner locations.

Back to School Savings Are Here at Schmitz’s Economart

Stock up on classroom essentials, lunchbox favorites, and family meal deals this week in Spooner.

Washburn County Hiring Public Health Supervisor/Health Officer

Full-time position offers $35.09–$42.33 per hour plus benefits; applications accepted until filled.

Chris Kroeze To Headline Final ‘Music @ The Shed’ Of The Summer This Friday!

The Potter’s Shed in Shell Lake wraps up its 2025 summer concert series with a hometown favorite.

Spooner Health Hiring Registered Radiological Technologist

Work in a supportive, team-driven environment ranked in the 99th percentile for employee engagement.

Polk County Launches Free Car Seat Safety Program To Support Local Families

Free inspections and installations by trained staff aim to improve child passenger safety for Polk County families.

DrydenWire Live Shows To Air Exclusively On YouTube Starting In September

DrydenWire Live Moves to YouTube: Subscribe Now for Instant Alerts.

Schmitz’s Economart Rolls Out Labor Day Deals In Spooner

Weekly flyer features special savings on groceries and essentials ahead of the holiday weekend.