Spooner, Wisconsin To Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary With Yearlong Community Events
Community-wide celebrations planned for 2026.
Sheriff Dennis Stuart Reflects On Career, Will Not Seek Re-Election In 2026
Washburn County sheriff plans to retire after 25 years of law enforcement service.
Washburn County Now Accepting Applications For Zoning Administrator
Education and licensing requirements apply; see job description for full details.
U.S. Department Of Justice Grants Now Available To Fight Human Trafficking
Funding opportunities to support victims, prevention efforts, and community task forces across Wisconsin and beyond.
Wisconsin State Patrol Officers Take Action Against Human Trafficking
January Law of the Month: Human trafficking prevention.
Rice Lake Elks Lodge #1441 Donates $550 Dollars To The Boys And Girls Club
A holiday celebration featuring the Grinch helped generate a $550 donation for the Boys and Girls Club’s Lincoln Club House.
Rice Lake Elks Lodge #1441 Donates 44,268 Pounds Of Potatoes To Combat Local Food Insecurities
Community partnerships help stretch a holiday food donation to hundreds of families in need.
DrydenWire Returns Refreshed, Recharged, And Ready For An Exciting New Year
After Surpassing 5 Million Page Views Again, DrydenWire Returns Refreshed for a Busy 2026.
A Christmas Message To The DrydenWire Community
The DrydenWire team will resume regular publishing on Monday, December 29.
Cadrex Manufacturing Donates $2,500 To Help St. Croix Falls Students Pay Off Lunch Balances
Local company supports St. Croix Falls students by covering unpaid lunch accounts.
Northwoods Policy Network Column Warns Wisconsin Research Vulnerable To Foreign Espionage
Paul Schecklman raises concerns about risks facing UW System, taxpayer-funded research.
Wisconsin State Patrol Begins Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over Campaign For Holiday Season
Enhanced Enforcement and Education Efforts Run Through New Year’s Day to Curb Impaired Driving.
Local Agencies To Hold Rescue Task Force Training At Rice Lake Middle School
Emergency responders to conduct realistic, coordinated training exercise on December 22.
Northwood Technical College Ranked #4 in Cybersecurity Guide’s 2026 Best Cybersecurity Associate Degree Programs
Cybersecurity Guide recognizes Northwood Tech for excellence in curriculum, hands-on training, and student success.
WisDOT Applauds Expansion Of Move Over Law To Further Protect Motorists
New Law Expands Move Over Requirements to Protect Stranded Motorists and First Responders on Wisconsin Roads.
Northwoods Policy Network Officially Launches, Unveils Vision For A Stronger Northern Wisconsin
Policy and Advocacy Organization Launches to Elevate Northern Wisconsin’s Voice in Statewide Policy.
WisDOT, WCHA Recognize Snowplow Drivers On Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day
Governor Tony Evers proclaimed today (Dec. 1) as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin.
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.
