Washburn County Tourism Grows 7.1% Over 2022

Tourism generated $57 million in total economic impact in 2023 in Washburn County, helping Wisconsin break an economic impact record.

WATCH: 'Positive Tuesday With Ben & Fitzy' - Ep. 190

Ben Dryden and Sheriff Fitzgerald were back for their latest episode of Positive Tuesday with Ben & Fitzy!

Washburn County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - June 11, 2024

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Washburn County Sheriff's Office.

Surveillance Footage Leads To Arrest In Washburn County Retreat Center Burglary

Danbury Woman Charged: Allegedly Had Stolen Items In Her Possession.

'CELEBRATE FATHER'S DAY!' - This Week's Great Deals Going On At Schmitz's Economart!

Check out this week's great deals going on now thru Sunday at Schmitz's Economart!

Registration Now Open For Spooner Health Golf Outing

The 16th Annual Spooner Health Golf Outing is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 31.

Ramp From WIS 70 To Southbound US 53 To Close Temporarily

Ramps on east side of interchange expected to reopen early next week.

Northwest Wisconsin Highway Construction Update - June 7, 2024

Road construction project updates for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.

The Laker Weekly News - June 7, 2024

Check out all the goings-on at the Shell Lake School District in the latest edition of the Laker Weekly News!

Washburn County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - June 6, 2024

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Washburn County.

Potential Asphalt Scam In Spooner Reported

Residents are urged to be cautious and report any similar encounters to the Spooner Police Department.

WATCH: 'Positive Tuesday With Ben & Fitzy' - Ep. 189

Ben Dryden and Sheriff Fitzgerald were back for their latest episode of Positive Tuesday with Ben & Fitzy!

Owner Of ReNew Roofing Enters Guilty Plea On Charge Of Child Enticement

Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports Ordered Ahead of September Sentencing Date.

Washburn County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - June 4, 2024

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Washburn County Sheriff's Office.

Court Orders $15K Cash Bond On Child Enticement Charges Filed Against Former Spooner Police Officer

Criminal Complaint: Former Officer’s Phone Records Confirmed Nature Of His Contact With Juveniles.

Volunteers Of Spooner Health Honor Three With Memorial Scholarships At Spooner High School

The scholarships being given out are in memory of Lu McLellan, Inez Shaffer and Mary Sundeen.

'JUNE IS DAIRY MONTH' - This Week's Great Deals Going On At Schmitz's Economart!

Check out this week's great deals going on now thru Sunday at Schmitz's Economart!

USPHL Announces Relocation Of Minnesota Moose To Spooner, Wisconsin As The Northwest Express

Upon moving from Minnesota to Northwest Wisconsin, the team will adopt a new identity as the Northwest Express.

Mauston Resident Arrested In Washburn County For Seventh OWI Offense

The incident occurred at approximately 6:57p on US Highway 53 northbound at Shell Creek Road.

Healthy WashCo Invites Community To Parent’s Night Out

Parents’ Night Out Equips Parents and Caregivers with Skills for Having Conversations with Young People about the Risks of Alcohol and Substance Misuse.

Spooner Police Chief Issues Press Release Regarding Former Officer Dakota Dorn

Former Spooner Officer Dakota 'Cody' Dorn Is Charged With Sex Crimes Against Two Juveniles.

Wisconsin’s Driver License Named ‘Best ID’

Wisconsin’s REAL ID over 21 driver license received the Élan Award of Excellence.

Former Spooner Officer Dakota 'Cody' Dorn Charged With Sex Crimes Against Two Juveniles

Officer Worked Closely With Spooner Schools, Even Running a Junior Police Academy.

Northwest Wisconsin Highway Construction Update - May 31, 2024

Road construction project updates for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.