WATCH: Ben & Fitzy Discuss Recent Incidents On This Week's 'Positive Tuesday' Show
DrydenWire founder Ben Dryden and Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald discuss recent incidents.
Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Oct. 18, 2022
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.
3-Hour Standoff In Cumberland Results In Arrest
Authorities in Barron County have arrested a subject after a three-hour-long standoff in Cumberland, WI.
NWECS Celebrates 30 Years Of Distance Education In Wisconsin
It was in October 1992, when NWECS went live in an innovative and exciting endeavor called interactive television.
Northwest WI Regional Weekly Construction Update - Oct. 14, 2022
Road construction project updates for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.
UPDATE: 2nd Teenage Girl Dies As Result Of Rollover Crash In Barron County
16-year-old male driver was taken into custody on charges of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance.
UPDATE: 15-Year-Old Girl Remains In Critical Conditon Following Monday's Crash
The following is an updated press release from Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald in relation to the single-vehicle crash on Monday night.
Marketplace Foods-Rice Lake Receives Exemplary Award For Diverse And Inclusive Hiring Practices
When it comes to supporting individuals with disabilities, this team goes out of their way to be accommodating and make sure that all workers are successful.
Rice Lake Man Arrested After Police Discover Marijuana, Open Intoxicants In Vehicle
Troopers located Marijuana, THC edibles, paraphernalia, and open intoxicants; 5-month-old baby also in vehicle.
UPDATE: 14-Year-Old Girl Has Died From Rollover Crash In Barron County
16-year-old male driver was taken into custody on charges of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance causing injury.
Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Oct. 11, 2022
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.
Driver Arrested For OWI After Crash Leaves 2 Teen Girls In Critical Condition, Another With Serious Injuries
Male driver, 16, taken into custody on charges of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of a controlled substance causing injury.
Tuesday's 'Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy' Show Canceled
Ben & Fitzy still may do a show later this week. TBD.
Average NW Wisconsin Gas Prices Today Vs Last Month, Last Year
A look at the average price of gas today versus gas prices from last month and last year.
Crash On HWY 53 Results In Death Of 79-Year-Old Wisconsin Man
Single-vehicle crash closed HWY 53 for nearly two hours.
Alcohol Contributing Factor In UTV Crash In Barron County: Police
Alcohol was a contributing factor in a UTV crash on Sunday in Barron County that left two injured
Man Sentenced To 9 Years For Methamphetamine Trafficking
Baumgardt traveled to Barron County, Wisconsin after agreeing to sell three ounces of methamphetamine to a confidential informant.
Northwest WI Regional Weekly Construction Update - Oct. 7, 2022
Road construction project updates for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.
Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald Discusses Recent Press Releases
Ben Dryden & Chris Fitzgerald took questions and discussed the recent events in the county on this week's episode!
Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Oct. 4, 2022
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.
Convicted Sex Offender To Be Homeless Following Release In Barron County
Joshua Studer will be released to the county on Oct 11, 2022, and will be homeless.
Names, Information Released From Monday’s Vehicle Vs Train Crash In Barron County
The driver from Sarona, WI, was charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant - 1st offense while causing injury.
46-Year-Old Man Charged With Sexual Assault, Intimidation Of Victim
Man Allegedly Threatened Harm To Victim If They Disclosed Assault.
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