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Peshtigo 3rd Graders Grow Lettuce, Have Salad Party

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Third grade students recently celebrated their successful FlexFarm harvest with a salad party. Thanks to a grant from the Provident Health Foundation, the Peshtigo School District purchased two hydroponic growing stations called Flex Farms from a company in Green Bay called Fork Farms. One is shared among the high school science classes and one rotates among elementary classrooms. Emilee Cook’s third grade class got to use the flex farm for the past two months.

Pine Needle Quilters To Meet March 20th

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Pine Needle Quilters will meet Monday, March 20 at the Town of Lake Hall on Loomis Rd. Doors will open at 9 a.m. for an open sew day. There will be a pot luck for lunch. The meeting will feature a class on making an ornament using Prairie Points. Cost for materials is $3. In addition, quilters need to bring 12 five inch squares of quilting fabric, theme colors or a mixture. Call Linda Rich 715-938-0224 if questions.

Loomis Historical To Meet April 6th

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Loomis Historical Society will have its first meeting of 2023 on Thursday, April 6, at 12:00 noon at the Town of Lake Hall.

There will be a potluck dinner prior to the meeting.  Please bring a dish to pass and own tableware.  Beverages will be provided.

Country Gospel Jam Friday, March 17th

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

It’s time again for the Gospel Jam.  Come join them for an evening filled with music, faith, fun, friends, and food, this Friday, March 17, from 7 to 9 pm. Bring an instrument to play, a song to sing, or just join them for some good gospel music at the Stephenson Town Hall, located at W11280 County Road X, Crivitz.  The public is invited and encouraged to attend. No charge. Refreshments are provided. If questions, call Don Olson at 715-923-4851.  

 

Wild Rivers Quilt Guild Recognizes National Quilting Day On Mar. 18th

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The third Saturday in March is recognized as the National Quilting Day and is celebrated across America by special quilting shows, classes, open quilt museums and much more to celebrate the day.  It also recognizes quilt makers for the long hours, love and skill that goes into the making of each quilt.

Suring Historical Society Breakfast is April 23rd

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Suring Area Historical Society will host their Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday,  April 23rd featuring Kitchen Memories at St. John Lutheran Church in Hayes.  Join them fortheir Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Sunday April 23rd with serving 10 am – 1 pm. Menu includes pancakes with locally sourced maple syrup, scrambled eggs with all the condiments (Ham-Bacon-Sausage, Cheese, Onions, peppers, mushrooms) hash Browns, applesauce, coffee, milk & juice.

Suring School District Active Shooter Training March 20th

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The March regular meeting of the Suring School Board was held on March 8, at 5:30 pm in room #300. In action items, the Board approved the Feb. 8, and March 1, meeting minutes and the financial, lunch and transportation reports. The Board approved the bus hourly charter rate, the transportation contract with Lamers, the CESA 8 service contract and the audit proposal. The addition of new courses were also approved.

Book, Craft, Bake Sale for Coleman Library March 25

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

The Coleman Area Library Association is once again hosting a Book, Craft, and Bake Sale for the benefit of the Coleman-Pound Library. This event will take place on Saturday, March 25 at Equity Hall, 7403 Hwy. 64, Pound, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission with a noon-perishable food item or monetary donation.

Lena Student Sidney Sylvester Wins Young Entrepreneur Award

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Discussion on possible teacher compensation adjustments for the 2023-2024 school year is among items on the agenda for the Lena School Board at its meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. on  Monday, March 20.

Outhouse Races

Published Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Jim and Karen Plosczynski held their annual Outhouse races on Saturday, Feb. 4th. Races raised $11,500. Pictured receiving the checks from Jim and Karen are Scott Durian from Athelstane Fire Department and Kelly Barns from Silver Cliff Rescue Squad. The community is grateful for Jim and Karen and other area businesses that support them. They also thank volunteers, and anyone donating hand crafted and purchased items. Thanks, again everyone.

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