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    September 14, 2015
    United Way kicks off 2015 campaign
    United Way St. Croix Valley will launch its 2015 Campaign on Sept. 14. The annual fundraising appeal, which funds United Way initiatives and local nonprofit programs and services serving Pierce, Polk and St. Croix county residents, will run through Nov. 13. “We enjoy a wonderful...
    News/regionSeptember 14, 2015 - 11:33am
    August 17, 2015
    Wisconsin authorities said water safety will remain a focus in the coming weeks on waterways like the St. Croix River, shown here. (Hudson Star-Observer photo by Mike Longaecker).
    Authorities urge continued vigilance on waterways
    Safety continues to be a focal point on Pierce and St. Croix county waterways as summer enters its home stretch. St. Croix County Sheriff’s...
    News/regionAugust 17, 2015 - 12:39pm
    August 14, 2015
    County to utilize CodeRED emergency notification system
    The St. Croix County Emergency Support Services Department, recently implemented the CodeRED mass notification system as part of its total 911 and emergency communications upgrade. The CodeRED alert system, which went live Aug. 1 will allow the county to quickly deliver alerts of...
    News/regionAugust 14, 2015 - 12:31pm
    June 28, 2015
    Proposal would expand loop trailhead near new bridge
    A St. Croix Crossing Loop Trail starting point would have a little extra room to breathe — and space to grow — under a proposal backed last week by a key panel. St. Croix County Board members will vote July 7 on a recommendation to acquire private land that will help enhance...
    News/regionJune 28, 2015 - 11:17am
    June 21, 2015
    Town Troy determines road repairs, fire call
    The Troy Town Board discussed the problem intersection of Glen Ridge and Glover Roads at its June 11 regular meeting. The intersection gets slippery in the winter and can be hard to get going after stopping, explained Town Board Supervisor David Hense. “That’s where the...
    News/governmentJune 21, 2015 - 11:49am
    June 5, 2015
    Bison herd arrives in Afton June 6
    On Saturday, June 6, the Belwin Conservancy is hosting its seventh bison release. Guests will experience the energy as a herd of about 30 bison...
    Life/eventsJune 5, 2015 - 11:53am
    This snapping turtle was removed from South Wasson Lane. (Submitted photo)
    Cops called to remove, relocate a snapper
    River Falls police were called to deal with a snapping turtle on Thursday, June 4. The female snapper was picked up from a flower bed of an...
    News/regionJune 5, 2015 - 11:06am
    May 31, 2015
    St. Croix begins looking at ways to pay for overdue 911 updates
    HUDSON – St. Croix County supervisors were told last week that the second phase of updating the county’s 911 system will cost more than rough estimates, and because the county has committed to bond issues for the new Health Center, paying for the update will be tricky. “We...
    News/crime and courtsMay 31, 2015 - 6:00am
    April 14, 2015
    Town of St. Joseph resident Jim Laird looks out at a portion of the Willow River upstream from his home on the shores of Little Falls Lake. He wants to see the lake restored after a project that will draw it down while a downstream dam is inspected. (RiverTown Multimedia photo by Mike Longaecker)
    Concerns flow as Little Falls Lake project nears
    Jim Laird treasures his commanding view of Little Falls Lake. A bay window at his home opens up a near­panoramic view of the lake, from which...
    News/regionApril 14, 2015 - 11:03am
    April 13, 2015
    A Memory Café may be coming to a community near you. Working to make that happen are from left, Nancy Abrahamson, St. Croix County Dementia Care Specialist, facilitators Christina Marshall and Jackie Paulson, and Pat Graf, Active Older Adult Program coordinator for the YMCA in Hudson. Star Observer photo by Meg Heaton
    Memory cafes: a place to find common ground
    A memory café is like any other café in a lot of respects. It is a place to go when getting out of the house sounds like a good idea. It is...
    News/regionApril 13, 2015 - 3:46pm
    UW-River Falls students Eric Wenz and An Trieu make a presentation to judges during the Wisconsin Big Idea Tournament held April 11 in Madison. Wenz, Trieu, and teammate Andrew Lind took first place in the competition, earning a $25,000 seed grant from UW-Extension and a spot in the International Business Model Competition in May. (Submitted photo)
    UWRF student team wins $25,000 at Big Idea Tournament
    A small packet of soap has led to very big things for three UW-River Falls students and aspiring entrepreneurs. Eric Wenz, a senior from Hudson...
    News/educationApril 13, 2015 - 12:34pm
    March 20, 2015
    Kristina Bourget, Mark Seidl
    Bourget, Seidl seek area appellate court seat
    When voters head to the polls, they have a choice in the judge that joins the District III Court of Appeals. Mark Seidl, a Wausau private-practice...
    News/governmentMarch 20, 2015 - 10:44am
    March 5, 2015
    New Turningpoint director Alena Taylor says her experiences with the shelter’s clients will help her lead the agency going forward.
    Shelter’s new director says her passion is heartfelt
    Alena Taylor seemed almost destined to become the new director of Turningpoint domestic abuse shelter in River Falls. She puts it this way:...
    News/businessMarch 5, 2015 - 1:00pm
    March 3, 2015
    Wisconsin Innovation Awards nominations now open
    Wisconsin entrepreneurs, inventors and creative thinkers are encouraged to submit their products, services or organizations for recognition at...
    News/regionMarch 3, 2015 - 9:41am
    February 12, 2015
    Area organizations reach out to those in need
    River Falls resident Carrie Kittleson said she wouldn’t be where she is now without the help of several nonprofit organizations that helped her go from homelessness to independence. Click here to read more about Kittleson’s story. There are many nonprofits and many programs...
    Life/FamilyFebruary 12, 2015 - 9:03am
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