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There was guaranteed to be significant turnover regardless of the results of last Tuesday’s election, but there wasn’t as much as there could have been.
Four county supervisors who have served the last two years opted not to seek reelection and four more were challenged on...
Arguing that the way the position was created violated both Wisconsin state laws and Trempealeau County ordinances, and that it showed a lack of respect for board members, Supervisor Robert Baecker argued that the county’s vacancy for a finance manager should not be filled until the full county...
At Thursday evening’s meeting, the Trempealeau village board approved a downtown economic development plan provided by Innovative Public Advisors, a consultant the village has been working with to identify ways to improve the downtown area.
“This is just saying we accept the plan as presented, but...
The doors are open at Galesville’s newest destination for creativity and self-care.
Marigold Emporium, founded by Debbie Strait Woodruff, combines a DIY art studio, metaphysical merchandise, and wellness experiences—all designed to give visitors a little “self-love” in one vibrant space.
“The...
For area residents who plan on using the Arcadia Aquatic Center this summer, they can expect to see similar rates to what they paid in 2025.
The city council formally approved keeping seasonal pass rates the same for the aquatic center when it’s open from June to August. Those rates include $190...
Those who drive their ATVs or UTVs across the Wisconsin Highway 95 bridge from Gilbert Street to Mill Road have one person to thank, according to Blair city attorney Mark Radcliffe.
Radcliffe said city council member Dennis Stephenson worked behind the scenes to convince Trempealeau County...
During the public comment portion of last Wednesday’s Arcadia city council meeting, city resident Katie Klein raised a pair of complaints against Mayor John Kimmel, one regarding alleged conversations about this spring’s mayoral race with students in his role as a high school social studies teacher...
The man convicted of murdering his estranged wife nearly 35 years ago has been released on parole, according to the Wisconsin Department of Corrections’ online records.
Anthony Meier, 58, formerly of Arcadia, was released from custody last January after serving more than three decades for the...
Two Independence/Gilmanton athletes cracked the top five at the Stout Elite meet hosted by University of Wisconsin-Stout in Menomonie last Thursday.
Mason Severson placed fourth in the high jump to account for all of the points scored by the I/G boys. Taylor Sylla was fifth in the 3,200 meter run...
The Blair-Taylor softball team built a big lead early and didn’t look back in its win over Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran last Tuesday.
The Wildcats scored one run in the first inning, then continued to add to their advantage, building up an 8-1 lead before winning, 10-4, at home.
The Wildcats (2-0)...



