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Tolley’s Bowl announces league winners

All of our fall and winter leagues have come to an end, we had another successful league season. I'd like to thank all of our bowlers past and present as we have completed our 10th season as Tolleys …
A sweet lamb brought smiles as students learned about farm animals and their role in the ecosystem.

Earth Day celebration brings nature to life at Stanley-Boyd Elementary

After weather forced a delay from its original date, Stanley-Boyd Elementary School celebrated Earth Day on May 12 with a fun-filled, hands-on outdoor experience. Students kicked off the day with an …

Seichter signs letter of intent for Track and Field at Viterbo University

A Stanley-Boyd senior will compete in Track and Field at Viterbo University. Syleen Seichter, Stanley-Boyd Class of 2025 and Miss Boyd 2024, signed a letter of intent for Viterbo on Monday, May …
The Stanley-Boyd Drama Club and Choir hosted a variety show Sunday, May 18 at Stanley-Boyd High School, emceed by seniors Carter Isenberger and Sydney Gundlach. Above, the Middle School Choir prepares to perform.

Stanley-Boyd Drama Club and Choir host Variety Show

It was a packed house Sunday, May 18 at Stanley-Boyd High School, and the Drama Club and Choir put on a variety show. The 2 p.m. show combines previous separate shows by the Choir and Drama Club. The …

May 15 storms bring hail, rain

’Twas a warm and muggy day the fifteenth of May, when just past four p.m., the sirens rang. May storms were on the way. The temperature at Stanley read 72 degrees Fahrenheit, the air pressure …

Graduation Friday at Oriole Park

Graduation is upon us, arriving this Friday, May 23 at Stanley-Boyd. With a special graduation section in this week’s Stanley Republican, senior class advisor Kayleigh Steinmetz shared the …

Village Board approves parade, street use permits

Ringelspiel is set to kick off May 21 at Lotz Park, with Miss Boyd crowned at 7 p.m. in the American Legion building. As for the rides and other fun, these open Friday, May 23, the Village Board …

Courtesy Auto & Truck Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week: Dannea Wundrow

The Stanley-Boyd Orioles girls varsity softball team has had an amazing season so far, marked by strong performances and standout moments. Leading the charge is this week’s Stanley-Boyd Athlete …

21st Annual Stanley Truck and Tractor Pull June 6

21st Annual Stanley Truck and Tractor Pull June 6 by Jack Leja Classes have been officially set for this year’s Pull with the Wisconsin Tractor Puller’s Association (WTPA). They …

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Courtesy Auto & Truck Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week

Senior captain Aaliyah Allard has been named this week’s Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week for her leadership, versatility, and dedication to her team—both on and off the field. …

Government

Gov. Evers approves pavement marking project in 14 counties

To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a $1.97 million contract with prime contractor Forward Traffic and Marking of Edina, Minn., for pavement marking in 12 …

Stanley City Council Takes Steps Toward Library Renovation, Water System Upgrades, and Street Repairs

Alderpersons Terry Metzger (right) and Keith Samuelson, along with Mayor Mike Henke (left) approve a 12-foot easement for water and sewer lines to Paul Close at the Tuesday evening meeting.

At the Stanley City Council meeting on April 22, newly sworn-in Alderperson Keith Samuelson joined fellow council members in approving a Request for Proposals (RFP) advertisement for hazardous …

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Community
Northwestern Bank contributed $5,000 towards a new scoreboard at Lotz Park, the remainder contributed by the Boyd Little League. Shown above from left to right are Northwestern Market President Tracey Smiskey, Northwestern Boyd representatives Cindy Spaeth, and Boyd Trustee Josh Walters.

New scoreboard up at Lotz Park

Lotz Park in Boyd is getting some updates. A new digital scoreboard from All American Scoreboards was installed Tuesday, March 11 by Bob LaMarche and Tony Peterson. The new scoreboard was made …
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Who Will Wear the Crown?

Each year, the Stanley community celebrates its young role models through the Miss Stanley Royalty Program—a tradition that honors leadership, kindness, and community spirit. This year’s …

School board approves three new air conditioners

Capital improvements are coming to Stanley-Boyd. Acting at the Monday, April 28 board meeting, the Stanley-Boyd School Board approved three new air conditioners, the new units coming as a change in …

Lions plan a return to Chanhassen for “Guys and Dolls”

The May 12 meeting of the Stanley Lions Club had a packed agenda. Kicking off a busy summer will be a Lions Thrift Sale during the Citywide Thrift Sales on May 29-31. The sale will be taking place at …

Truck and Tractor Pull seeks to build up area near track

The Stanley Truck and Tractor Pull arrives Friday, June 6 at 6 p.m. in Chapman Park. In the meantime a representative appeared before the May 5 city council with a request: to build the area off the …
Obituaries
Kenneth Mahalko
Kenneth Paul Mahalko, 82, of Gilman, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 at Mayo Health Systems Hospital—Eau Claire, Wisconsin with his family by his side.   Family was …
Kenneth Theirl
Kenneth James Theirl, 78, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Grafton, Wisconsin, surrounded by his family.  Ken is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patty (Troz); his sons, …
Aloys Prasnicki
It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Aloys (Ollie) P. Prasnicki (85) on February 13, 2025. Aloys was born June 2nd, 1939, in Gilman, Wisconsin to John L. Prasnicki and Helen F. …
Thomas Plass
Former Boyd resident Thomas Plass, 71, passed away Sunday December 29th, 2024, after a short illness.   Thomas was born January 31, 1953, in Chippewa Falls to Leo & Helen (Dietzler) Plass.  He …
Diane Gaughan
Our dear mother Diane “Gibbs” Gaughan sadly passed away on August 30th, 2024, at the age xof 86 after a brief struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. She was a wonderful mother who was always there …

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Local sports

Seven seniors sign college sports commitments

Seven Stanley-Boyd seniors recently took the next step in their sports careers, committing to play at the college level on National Signing Day at Stanley-Boyd High School Tuesday, Feb. 4. Among …

Storm Tiry, Cole Brenner recognized for All State Football

Two Stanley-Boyd seniors have been recognized for their football skills in a luncheon at Lambeau Field. Storm Tiry and Cole Brenner were recognized Sunday, February 2 at the Wisconsin Football …
Thursday, May 22 Boys varsity track invitational vs. multiple schools at 4:00 p.m. Varsity baseball game vs. Abbotsford at Abbotsford High School at 4:45 p.m. Friday, May 23 Scholarship banquet …
Macie LaGrander in the Long Jump at Stanley-Boyd Friday. LaGrander jumped 17-4 to place first.
The Oriole Track and Field team is running strong. Competing at Stanley-Boyd Friday, May 9, the girls finished well. Macie LaGrander took first in the long jump with mark of 17-4, while Jocelyn Hager …
Varsity softball logs four more wins in week’s play By Joseph Back Headed fast towards playoffs, the Oriole girls varsity softball team scored four wins this past week, including two …
Whether he's delivering strikes from the mound or lifting up his teammates in the dugout, Stanley-Boyd senior Dawson Ewer is a force both on and off the field. Named this week’s Athlete of the …
Education
Above, seniors Jake LaGrander and Aaliyah Allard were named Cloverbelt Scholar Athletes recently, recognized with others in a banquet at Owen-Withee April 2.

Orioles named as Cloverbelt Scholar Athletes

Above, seniors Jake LaGrander and Aaliyah Allard were named Cloverbelt Scholar Athletes recently, recognized with others in an banquet at Owen-Withee April 2. Image courtesy Stanley-Boyd Area School …

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Easter Free Show April 19

The Stanley Movie Theater will once again host its annual Easter Free Show Saturday April 19. Showing on the big screen this year is Moana 2, played in two showings at 10:00 a.m. and again at 1:00 …

Opinion
Columns

My View: It better be covered

I lived through the heart attack that, thankfully, wasn’t. Some background: By virtue of winning, or losing, the genetic lottery, I landed firmly on the McLoone side. Men are bald, carry a …

It better be summer now

I don’t know how it happened, but somewhere in the last couple months, I turned into an old man. Winter, I believe, aged me. I feel like I went into it with at least a little vim and vigor. …

My View: Catholic Education

By the time this hits print, there could be a new pope. It’s unlikely that the 133 cardinals gathered in the Sistine chapel will arrive at a choice that quickly, but stranger things have …

My View: Maybe put a sweater on

The older I get the cooler I get. I’m not talking about cool, like I was in high school, with my hair feathered back and collar up. I’m talking about temperature. At some point in life, I …

My View:

Back Home

The 1970s were certainly economically challenging times for our country. We went from a recession to stagflation to high unemployment and high interest rates. Time has a way of easing pain, but it …

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Web Extras
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The state of salary transparency in healthcare and other industries
Vivian Health examined legislation in all 50 states and the District of Columbia to learn which ones have salary transparency laws or plan to adopt regulations soon. 
Trump is targeting sanctuary cities. But what is a sanctuary city, anyway?
Next City explains that sanctuary cities, which aim to limit collaboration with federal immigration enforcement, are legal—but they have long been a fixation of the Trump administration.
How to start a free LLC in 2025
LegalZoom says there is no such thing as a completely free limited liability company since filing fees will need to be paid, but provides information on how to get an LLC with no additional costs.
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