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County Board Approves End To County Home Care Posts

Published Wednesday, August 30, 2023

After long hard debate at its meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 29, Marinette County Board voted by a 27 to 1 margin to effectively end direct county involvement in providing care workers for elderly and disabled segments of the population.

Zion Lutheran Touch-A-Truck

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Zion Lutheran Church in Peshtigo held a Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, Aug. 19. Over 12 different truck types were displayed. It was an opportunity for children to see some of their favorite trucks up close and even sit in them. Some of the types included a logging truck, cement truck, several wreckers, two fire trucks, a tractor and street sweeper. Refreshments were available for purchase.

2023 Summer Reading Challenge

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Thank you to all who participated in this year’s reading challenge. Persons have until the end of August to redeem their awards. Congratulations to Rosie Leslie, left, for winning the Kitchen themed prize basket shown with Kristin Willems, right, librarian, and to Kathy Prusak for winning the Out to Eat South prize basket.

Saputo Awards Grant to Lena Schools

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The Lena Public School District thanks Saputo Dairy USA for their generous grant of $50,000 to the athletic facilities which serve students and community of all ages. The money has already been used for the new infield surface on the softball/youth baseball diamond and will also be used for brand new scoreboards on the softball field and football field. Thank you for your generous donation.

Crivitz Library Book Sale Through Sept. 29

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The Crivitz Library is currently holding a book sale that will run through Friday, Sept. 29th. They will start a $2 bag sale on Sept. 11th with $.10 and $.25 items. They will supply persons with a bag.  All money from books goes to the Crivitz Library for programming and updated materials.

Suring Area Historical Lists Labor Day Weekend Events

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

On Friday, Sept. 1st-Brat/Burger Fry at Suring Area Library with serving 9 am – 3 pm.

OnSaturday, Sept. 2nd the Suring Museum will be open for tours or viewing from 10 am – 4 pm. Hey Kids – find a painted rock on Main St., Suring and bring the rock to the Museum and receive a Niftty Cove Gift Card. Rock with the date is worth $10.

Crivitz School Annual Meet, Budget Hearing On Aug. 28

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The annual meeting and budget hearing for the Crivitz School District will be held in the Board Room at the Middle/High School building starting at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28.

VFW Voice of Democracy, Patriot’s Pen Competition

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Crivitz VFW Post 2063 is again sponsoring two essay competitions for area students.  Patriot’s Pen is a written essay competition for youths in grades 6, 7, and 8 and gives students an opportunity to express their views on an annual theme. This year’s theme is, “How are you inspired by America?” The Voice of Democracy is the VFW's scholarship program and is open to students in grades 9-12 who are enrolled in a public, private, or parochial high school, or a home study program. This year's theme is “What are

State to Rebuild Hwy. 64 Through Pound In 2025

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

At the Pound Village Board meeting on Monday, Aug. 14, President Terry Earley said in 2025 the State of Wisconsin will be re-doing a portion of Hwy. 64, including new pavement. He noted the village has water and sewer lines under portions of the pavement, and they need to be sure any needed upgrades for those utilities are done before the state does the new pavement.

Loon Program at Niagara Northwoods Cafe Aug. 31

Published Wednesday, August 23, 2023

On Wednesday, August 30 at 1:30 pm, Larry Warren will present a program on loons at the Niagara Northwoods Senior Café located at 569 Washington St., Niagara.

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