The Wisconsin Department of Heath has announced a plan for spending $36 million in funds from a major opioid settlement. According to public radio, there are two key directions the department would like to address. Investing in local efforts through education of young Wisconsinite and preventing overdoses. The department hopes to put almost $4 million … Read more
Applications for artists to participate in the Bayfield Art Escape are due on Monday. The Bayfield Chamber and Visitors Bureau reports last year’s event brought $3 million in positive economic impact to the area. The nine day event focuses on all things art and includes artists hosting pop-up galleries and demonstrations. From painters, jewelers, potters, … Read more
The next time Ashland resident open their bill for trash, they may be surprised. Starting this weekend, costs for trash service will increase 5%, as agreed to by the city and Republic Services. According to TheLakelandTimes, Republic is charging the city 27% more than before, so to offset those costs 48 gallon containers will cost … Read more
The Copper Shores Community Health Foundation has announced it is launching a sexual assault hotline in late spring, that will include phone, text and live chat support. The service will be available to residents of Ontonagon, Baraga, Houghton and Keweenaw Counties. The hotline will be staffed by trained professionals who are skilled in handling sexual … Read more
On Thursday, Northland College president Chad Dayton announced that the college board of trustees voted to declare financial exigency, which started a chain of events that would provide a final effort to save the school. TheAshlandDailyPress reports the college was able to raise a record $1.5 million, and the board of trustees was inspired by … Read more
Late last week, an Eagle River man was found guilty of two counts of Operating While Intoxicated, jumping bail and hit and run in Vilas County court. A number of felony and misdemeanor charges that were dismissed were read into the record as well. Jeffrey Rupert was sentenced to four years in prison and six … Read more
A video of former businessman Nathan Monkelien just before law enforcement say he shot and killed two brothers is circulating online and Iron County Circuit Court Judge Anthony Stella says he’s concerned the video could taint the jury pool in Monkelien’s murder trial. TheAshlandDailyPress reports Monkeliens lawyers say they had nothing to do with the … Read more
Although all the details have yet to be worked out, the Mellen City Council voted earlier in the week to dissolve its police department, which for some time now has consisted of a single officer. The city will move ahead with contracting the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office for community patrols and response. The Sheriff’s Office … Read more
Although plans are all still tentative, Monday evening members of the county fair board gathered to discuss next steps, including scheduling and admission. TheDailyGlobe reports that board members agreed that the location of the fair made charging an admission fee cumbersome, the idea of having donation stations throughtout the event could work. Board member Linda … Read more
The leadership of the Lac du Flambeau tribe has responded to a letter from Governor Tony Evers and U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin regarding the continued dispute over four roads that cross tribal land. TheLakelandTimes reports the letter from Evers and Baldwin cited the length of time the dispute has gone on and included a list … Read more