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Family tradition: Bob LeMoine Jr. continues father’s rodeo legacy as he becomes committee chairman

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Family tradition: Bob LeMoine Jr. continues father’s rodeo legacy as he becomes committee chairman

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SPOONER – There’s a new trail boss for the 71st Spooner Heart of the North Rodeo. After 38 years of incredible leadership, Dick Fankhauser has stepped away, turning over the job of Spooner Rodeo Committee chairman to Bob LeMoine Jr.See the Story

Robert Telles Trial Judge Defends Handling of Juror Note About ‘Hung Jury’

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Robert Telles Trial Judge Defends Handling of Juror Note About ‘Hung Jury’

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A former attorney for the convicted murderer said he would have asked for a mistrial had he known of the note when it was sent to the judge.See the Story

Ben & Em Deliver Candid Commentary In Second Live Episode On DrydenWire

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Ben & Em Deliver Candid Commentary In Second Live Episode On DrydenWire

NORTHWEST WISCONSIN — The second episode of the new monthly show featuring DrydenWire founder Ben Dryden and North of Eight Design & Marketing founder Emily Gall streamed live Thursday morning, July 3, 2025, on DrydenWire’s Facebook page, continuing the duo’s promise of unfiltered, unscripted conversation. Following a well-received debut in June, Ben and Emily returned with more authentic discussion, tackling current events and trending topics w…Read Article

County Testing Results In Swimming Advisory On South Twin Beach, Amery WI

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Insider: Polk County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - July 3, 2025

POLK COUNTY, WI -- DrydenWire has been informed by the Polk County Clerk of Courts Office the following Criminal and Traffic Disposition and Warrant Status Reports for Polk County. The weekly Criminal & Traffic Disposition and Warrant Status reports for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn Counties are published each Thursday on DrydenWire.com. The names listed on the Warrant Status Report do not indicate that the person is guilty o…Spooner · Spooner Read Article

Ben & Em Return With More Unfiltered Discussion Thursday Morning

NORTHWEST WISCONSIN — DrydenWire founder Ben Dryden and North of Eight Design & Marketing founder Emily Gall are back for their second episode of [name TBD] — streaming live at 8:30a on Thursday, July 3, 2025, on DrydenWire’s Facebook page. Following a strong debut episode in June that drew positive feedback from viewers — particularly those who appreciated the duo’s ability to disagree without being disagreeable — Ben and Emily are bringing the…Facebook · Spooner Read Article

Senator Romaine Quinn Delivers Promises In State Budget

Madison, Wis. – Today the Wisconsin State Senate voted to pass Senate Bill 45, the 2025-27 state budget bill. Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Birchwood) issued the following statement after his vote in favor of the bill: “As a member of the Joint Finance Committee, I set out my priorities at the very beginning of the budget process to lower taxes and focus on the needs of Northern Wisconsin. Today I’m proud to vote for a budget that delivers mea…Spooner · Spooner Read Article

Hometown Cardinals pull off thrilling comeback win

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SPOONER– What a victory for the hometown boys! The Spooner Cardinals stunned the visiting Brill Millers, storming back for a thrilling win at Merchant Park.Spooner · Spooner Read Article

Spooner Hospital Named Finalist In National 'Most Beautiful Hospitals' Contest

ATLANTA, GA — Spooner Health in Spooner, WI, has been named a finalist in Soliant Health’s 2025 “Most Beautiful Hospitals” contest, a national recognition that celebrates hospitals not only for their visual appeal but also for their commitment to healing environments, compassionate staff, and community-centered care. Each year, Soliant Health honors 20 U.S. hospitals that go above and beyond in blending design, comfort, and care to support patie…Spooner · Spooner Read Article

Rep. Tiffany Reintroduces Legislation To Protect American Sovereignty, Reject WHO Pandemic Control

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Tom Tiffany recently led 10 of his House colleagues in reintroducing the No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act. This legislation ensures that no future president can unilaterally commit the United States to a World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic treaty without the advice and consent of a two-thirds supermajority of the Senate. The bill’s reintroduction comes after the Biden-Harris administrat…Spooner · Spooner Read Article

Local Graduate Receives Future Farmers Of America Scholarship In Partnership With Domino’s

POLK COUNTY — A local high school graduate is a Domino’s-sponsored Future Farmers of America (FFA) scholarship winner! Olivia Cunningham, an incoming freshman at South Dakota State University, is one of 10 students in the country who received a $10,000 scholarship to be put towards her pursuit of a career in child care. “I am very grateful to Domino’s for sponsoring this scholarship and supporting FFA, along with my family and faith,” said Cunni…Spooner · Spooner Read Article