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Stevens Point · Stevens PointKatrina Shankland announced she's earned the endorsement of State Representative Jill Billings in her bid for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District. Billings represents the City of La Crosse. She joins State Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick), State Rep. Jodi Emerson ( D-Eau Claire), Former State Rep., Dana Wachs (D) Shankland is the only Democrat running for Congress who beats Derrick Van Orden in the General Election this November.See the Story
Shankland campaign: State Representative Jill Billings endorses State Rep. Katrina Shankland in the race for WI-03
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Stevens Point · Stevens PointCounty Home needs public support Portage County Executive John Pavelski and County Board Chair Al Haga are moving ahead at full speed to sell the Portage County Health Care Center (PCHCC), long called the “County Home,” to Sam Follman, in spite of the long history of public support for the PCHCC. According to records publicly available, the proposed buyer is affiliated with nursing homes in Wausau, Algoma, and Brown Deer, all under a brand “WaterSee the Story
PCHCC sale moving forward
Stevens Point · Stevens PointAnnual event inspired by popular candy The Riverfront Arts Center encourages imagination, humor and creativity to craft and enter a work inspired by Peeps. Entries may be a diorama, painting, sculpture, collage or any other artwork using the popular spring marshmallow candy. Entries should be submitted to the Riverfront Arts Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday or Friday, March 21-22. The Peeps exhibit runs from March 27 to April 14. Gallery hoSee the Story
Peeps art show seeks entries
Stevens Point · Stevens PointStevens Point, Wisconsin, March 8, 2024 — On March 4, Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) Executive Director Tamas Houlihan received the Outstanding Contribution to Agriculture Award from the Portage County Business Council during its annual American Agriculture Appreciation Banquet. Each...See the Story
WPVGA: Houlihan receives Outstanding Contribution to Agriculture Award
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