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Cloverbelt Conference Varsity Softball Standings

4/24/24

I’ve been looking forward to this coming summer since last year when it wasn’t summer anymore. The mild winter was nice. Spring has been about average the last couple weeks. But now we … more

By John McLoone | 4/24/24

After serving City officials with a lawsuit, Ruby Ann Birt (center) expressed her frustration that her 1st Avenue property is currently zoned commercial.

City of Stanley served with lawsuit by local resident

A Stanley woman served City of Stanley officials with a small claims lawsuit at the Stanley City Council meeting on Monday, April 15. Ruby Ann Birt, 206 E. 2nd Ave., alleges she’s been … more

Staff Report | 4/24/24

Stanley natives David Plummer (left), Michele Halterman, and David Jankoski display copies of the newly published book, ‘Vintage Views of Stanley-Brought to Life in Color,’ that is available to purchase from the Stanley Historical Society.

‘Vintage Views of Stanley’ takes readers on an eye-opening journey through history

At a special presentation at the Stanley Historical Museum on Monday evening, the Stanley Area Historical Society released “Vintage Views of Stanley-Brought to Life in Color,” a new color … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/24/24

Town of Thorp resident, James Hickman, owner of Hickman Buildings, faced questions from the town board at the special meeting on Tuesday, April 16.

Back to the drawing board

Emotions ran high as the Town of Thorp board met in a special meeting on April 16 to decide on a construction contractor for the future town hall and shop scheduled to begin construction in May. At … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/24/24

Jake Tiry (left) and his son, Storm, enjoy spending time outdoors together.

Jake Tiry, Transportation Supervisor at Stanley-Boyd

To make a school successful each department has a part, and a vital role of the Stanley-Boyd Area School District is the transportation team, headed by Jake Tiry, Transportation Supervisor at … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/24/24

The 64th Graduation Anniversary of the Stanley High Class of 1960

Members of the Class of 1960 met on Thursday, April 18, to celebrate the 64th Anniversary of their graduation from Stanley High School. Most of the time together was spent reminiscing, and sharing … more

Submitted Photo | 4/24/24

Drive your Tractor to School Day at Stanley-Boyd

Students at Stanley-Boyd High School participated in Drive Your Tractor to School Day on April 22. more

Photo by Danielle Boos | 4/24/24

Local Churches Gather for 73rd Annual National Day of Prayer

For generations, Americans have lifted up scripture-filled prayers in every season and circumstance. From the first national calls to prayer by our Founding Fathers seeking divine guidance, the … more

4/24/24

Mayor Mike Henke holds his first meeting as Stanley’s new Mayor after receiving 110 votes as a write in candidate and leaving his previous Ward 3 Alderperson seat vacant.

Henke holds first meeting as Mayor

New Mayor Mike Henke called his first meeting to order while Aaron Dickson began his first night as Alderperson at the organizational meeting held on April 15. This is the fourth term as Stanley … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/24/24

Alderperson Josh Seidl (right) reaches to shake hands with outgoing Mayor Al Haas (back center) thanking him for his years of service after Haas finished his last meeting as Mayor of Stanley.

Outgoing Mayor Al Haas holds last meeting

Speaking on the Second Avenue Street project at the council meeting on April 15th, outgoing Mayor Al Haas told the council that the city had the sewer televised and the main sewer lines were all PVC. … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/24/24

Pictured above (front row, from left) are Jayme Yates, Vaughn Schneider, Seth Zastrow, Carter Isenberger, Storm Tiry, Rudy Kletsch, Carson Hodowanic, Kira Lato (middle row) Sydney Gundlach, Kaylea High, Cheyenne Tibbits, Madison Shilts, Gunnar Goettl, Lucy Wundrow (back row) Lucas Walker, Eli Lilla, Grace Schmidt, and Derrick Lato.

S-B Math Team takes second place at Cloverbelt Conference Math Challenge

Competing at the Cloverbelt Conference Math Challenge March 12 at Stanley-Boyd, the S-B Math Team finished with second place. Individual place winners for the Varsity (juniors and seniors) were: … more

4/18/24

Norm and Donella Christianson are the April High Five Award winners.

April High Five Award winners announced

Norm and Donella Christianson are the April High Five winners! Norm and Donella have proven themselves to be essential members of our Stanley community. Norm, former Mayor, spent years helping with … more

4/18/24

Village Board votes to draft letter on Adams Street residence

Boyd Wisconsin is cracking down on code violations, the Village Board opting to move against a property after several attempts to get the owner to clean up the same were ostensibly ignored. Listed to … more

By Joseph Back | 4/18/24

Cloverbelt Scholar Athletes named

Stanley-Boyd has two Cloverbelt Scholar Athletes, with Landon Karlen and Taniele Ducommun recently named for the honor. more

Photo courtesy Stanley-Boyd Schools. | 4/18/24

Lane Tank to inspect Boyd water tower in five year followup

It’s been five years since the Boyd water tower was painted inside and out,—and that means maintenance! Due for an inside paint checkup, the water tower will be drained halfway down so … more

By Joseph Back | 4/18/24

Man remembers local businesses

Dear Editor: I am writing in regards to some places of historical significance in the Stanley area.In the April 4th issue it gave some outlining of the businesses that were there. Even though there … more

4/18/24

Chippewa County Register of Deeds Melanie McManus spoke to the Boyd Village Board April 8 on a Property Fraud Alert service available through the county.

Property Fraud Alert available through Chippewa County

Read the real estate transfers and see a transaction that you didn’t make—with your name? It might be time to sign up for property fraud alerts. Available through Chippewa County, … more

By Joseph Back | 4/18/24

Small Business Owners: Leveraging Financial Literacy for Profitable Sales

In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, small business owners often invest years of passion, hard work, and resources into building their legacy. However, there comes a time in the life cycle … more

By Members of Stanley Chamber of Commerce | 4/18/24

Orioles fall to Bloomer

Coming out of last week, the Orioles fell to Bloomer at home on Thursday 3-8, traveling to Bloomer Friday where they followed up 4-12. The losses come following games against Blair-Taylor (0-6), … more

By Joseph Back | 4/18/24