Convicted Sex Offender Jay Hoppe To Be Released In Barron County On May 21
The Barron County Sheriff’s Department has issued a public notification regarding the upcoming release of Jay Hoppe.
Kids’ Fishing Derby Set For June 1 At Rice Lake
One of the kickoff events for the Aquafest celebration, the derby will begin with signups at the Veterans Memorial Park bandshell.
Northwest Wisconsin Highway Construction Update - May 17, 2024
Road construction project updates for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.
Body Of Missing Chetek Man Recovered In Rusk County
The body of Scott Link, a 61-year-old man from the Chetek area, was recovered today after being reported missing.
Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - May 16, 2024
This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.
Search Underway For Missing 61-Year-Old Scott Link In Rusk County
On Mondaym Scott Link, age 61 from the Chetek area, Town of Rusk, County of Rusk was reported missing by his family.
Senator Romaine Quinn Votes To Override Wisconsin Governor’s Vetoes
The following bills were successfully overridden in the State Senate on Tuesday.
WATCH: 'Positive Tuesday With Ben & Fitzy' - Ep. 186
Ben Dryden and Sheriff Fitzgerald were back for their latest episode of Positive Tuesday with Ben & Fitzy!
Barron/Rusk ERT Upgrades Helmets Thanks To Generous Link Ford Contribution
Link Ford of Rice Lake has made a substantial financial donation to the Emergency Response Team, enabling the purchase of new tactical helmets.
Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 14, 2024
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.
Fatal Motorcycle Crash In Polk County Claims Life Of Almena Man
A fatal motorcycle accident on Saturday evening, May 11, 2024, has claimed the life of a 53-year-old man from Almena, Wisconsin.
4-Wheeler Crash Near Dallas Leaves One In Critical Condition
Initial investigation shows a 16-year-old lost control of his ATV and it rolled over causing both occupants to be ejected.
Water Rescue Incident At Lakeside Cantina Leaves One In Critical Condition
Initial investigation shows one male subject was attempting to get into a boat from the dock and fell in.
Barron County Man Arrested On Child Pornography Charges
Duane Hodgson is being held on 10 counts of Child Pornography following a long investigation.
Northwest WI Regional Construction Update - May 10, 2024
Road construction project updates for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.
Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - May 9, 2024
This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.
WATCH: 'Positive Tuesday With Ben & Fitzy' - Ep. 185
Ben Dryden and Sheriff Fitzgerald were back for their latest episode of Positive Tuesday with Ben & Fitzy!
Collaborative Effort: Multi-Agency Operation Culminates With Spooner Meth Bust, Four Suspects Arrested
3 Suspects Were Residing In Spooner & Allegedly Selling Meth From Residence.
Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 7, 2024
This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.
Northwest WI Regional Construction Update - May 3, 2024
Road construction project updates for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.
Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - May 2, 2024
This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.
Quinn Statement On Marshfield’s Suspension Of Birth Services In Rice Lake
"This suspension of service is one example where healthcare worker recruitment and retention can be the difference in whether certain services remain available."
Rep. Armstrong Disappointed By Marshfield’s Decision To Suspend Birth Services In Rice Lake
“Expectant mothers will now have to travel to Eau Claire to have their babies.”
Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake To Temporarily Pause Labor And Delivery
Labor and delivery services will be temporarily paused beginning May 1 due to staffing limitations.