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    Pierce Board of supervisors sworn in
    At the April 17 Pierce County Board of Supervisors meeting, the board nominated and appointed a new District 17 supervisor when the supervisor...
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    April 23, 2018
    Wisconsin roundup: Body pulled from river in Pepin County; Dems running close in governor's race; more state news stories
    A body was pulled from a western Wisconsin river Sunday, according to authorities. The Pepin County Sheriff’s Office said dispatchers took...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 23, 2018 - 11:09am
    April 20, 2018
    St. Croix County towns slated for broadband funding
    Three St. Croix County towns were among several rural communities awarded funding last week by the state to expand broadband connectivity. Northwest...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 20, 2018 - 11:16am
    The Mississippi River, shown here at Prescott, could be poised for flooding in some areas, depending on the outcome of the melting process. File photo
    Wisconsin roundup: After winter’s sucker punch, concerns turn to melting snow; more state news stories
    Wisconsin residents looking forward to a forecast promising temperatures in the 50s by the weekend may want to re-think that.
    news/government-and-politicsApril 20, 2018 - 8:37am
    April 19, 2018
    Plans for renovations at Glen Park call for Plans call for a new pavilion building and storm shelter, improvements to the parking and trail system, a splash pad, improvements to the paved trail loop, and repurposing existing buildings for maintenance use. File photo
    City moves forward with Glen Park plans
    River Falls is moving forward with Glen Park renovation plans after the City Council approved a series of resolutions at its regular Tuesday,...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 19, 2018 - 6:05pm
    Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said he's considering challenging Gov. Scott Walker in November. File photo
    Wisconsin roundup: Barrett mulls fourth run for governor; more state news stories
    He has a lot of money in his campaign account and some doubts about the quality of the field of Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor....
    news/government-and-politicsApril 19, 2018 - 8:29am
    April 17, 2018
    Gov. Scott Walker issued a pledge to reporters Monday that he won't leave office during his third term to take a position in President Donald Trump's administration. File photo
    Wisconsin roundup: Walker pledges not to leave Wis. for Trump administration; more state news stories
    Gov. Scott Walker says he is running for a full term leading Wisconsin state government.
    news/government-and-politicsApril 17, 2018 - 9:25am
    April 16, 2018
    Wisconsin roundup: Activists hold weekend pro-gun rally at state Capitol; more state news stories
    One of many pro-gun rallies held nationwide brought an estimated 100 gun-rights advocates to the Wisconsin Capitol Saturday.
    news/government-and-politicsApril 16, 2018 - 8:48am
    April 15, 2018
    The Kinnickinnic River has been added to a list of endangered rivers by the American Rivers organization. It joins others including the Mississippi River. File photo
    Kinni listed as 'endangered' by American Rivers
    The organization American Rivers recently announced that the Kinnickinnic River is number 10 of 10 rivers included on its list "America's Most...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 15, 2018 - 7:49am
    April 13, 2018
    Officer Greg Lotze shakes hands with Mayor Dan Toland after being named River Falls Officer of the Year. This was the second time the department has presented the annual award. Photos courtesy of the City of River Falls
    Lotze named Officer of the Year
    On Tuesday, March 27, River Falls Police Officer Greg Lotze was named the department's second annual Officer of the Year at the River Falls City...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 13, 2018 - 5:24pm
    Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is defending a free trip to London that he took with lobbyists and a group of lawmakers from other states.
    Wisconsin roundup: Assembly speaker was on free London trip that has FBI’s interest; more state news stories
    Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is defending a free trip to London that he took with lobbyists and a group of lawmakers from other states....
    news/government-and-politicsApril 13, 2018 - 8:48am
    April 12, 2018
    Forecasters say more snow is in store for western Wisconsin beginning Friday afternoon and running into Saturday. File photo
    Wisconsin roundup: Western Wis. in snowstorm’s crosshairs, farmers brace for aftermath; more state news stories
    Forecasters say a major springtime storm is bringing plenty of snow and blizzard conditions from portions of the northern and central Plains...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 12, 2018 - 12:00pm
    Turningpoint Executive Director Alena Taylor said the program is a joint effort between Turningpoint, North Hudson police department, and the St. Croix County Sheriff's department who will all work with End Abuse Wisconsin to be properly trained in the program. Sara Tischauser / RiverTown Multimedia
    New program to assist domestic violence victims
    St. Croix County sheriff's office and North Hudson police department are working with Turningpoint for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 12, 2018 - 9:03am
    April 11, 2018
    U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Janesville, announced Wednesday that he will retire and not seek re-election in the fall. File photo
    Wisconsin roundup: House Speaker Ryan won’t seek re-election; more state news stories
    House Speaker Paul Ryan said Wednesday morning that he will not seek re-election and will retire from Congress after this year.
    news/government-and-politicsApril 11, 2018 - 11:52am
    April 10, 2018
    Gov. Scott Walker, joined by Rep. Shannon Zimmerman, R-River Falls, and Dick's Fresh Market founder Dick Rinehart, spoke to community members on hand for a bill signing at the store. Mike Longaecker / RiverTown Multimediaplay button
    Walker touts welfare reform package in River Falls
    Gov. Scott Walker said he was making good on his promise to deliver welfare reform when he signed three bills this week in River Falls. The bills...
    news/government-and-politicsApril 10, 2018 - 4:03pm
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