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Courtesy Auto and Truck Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week

Ella Nitz, a sophomore on the Stanley-Boyd Girls Basketball team, has been named Athlete of the Week for her exceptional dedication and growth on both the JV and Varsity squads. Nitz, who has been …

Cold Outside!

Coming from north of the border, cold arctic air touched down in Stanley this past week, with temperatures Tuesday morning hitting double digits below zero. With Forward Bank registering 31 below, …

Cold Weather Increases Risk of Heart Attacks: Aspirus Cardiologist Urges Caution

WAUSAU, Wis. – As temperatures drop, the risk of heart-related health issues, particularly heart attacks, rises significantly. Research has highlighted the connection between cold weather and …

Stanley-Boyd students participate in All Conference Band and Choir

Stanley-Boyd and other area students participated in All Conference Band and Choir at Loyal Jan. 18. Arriving in the morning, the 6 p.m concert followed a day of hard work. Performing at All …
Seventh grader Logan Stuttgen correctly spells the final word of the Spelling Bee, earning the title of 2024 Stanley-Boyd Spelling Champion and joining the ranks of 27 past winners.

Stanley-Boyd hosts 28th Annual Spelling Bee

Forty Stanley-Boyd students, ranging from 5th to 8th grade, participated in the school’s 28th annual Spelling Bee held in the elementary gym on January 17th. The exciting event was hosted by …

Crowds turn out to Otter Lake for ice fishing contest

‘Twas a cold and windy day on Saturday at Otter Lake--but that didn’t turn away the crowds come to ice fish. The fun started at 9:30 a.m. with registration for the kid’s ice fishing …
Nevaeh Walters at Arcadia. Walters won second in her weight class at the Jan. 12 Merrill Blue Jay Challenge.

Oriole wrestlers head to Arcadia, Neillsville, and Merrill

The Oriole wrestlers tackled a busy schedule this past week, competing at three events across five days. Headed to Arcadia Tuesday, Jan. 7, the Orioles competed in a triangular before heading to …

UTV through ice results in medical transport

A UTV through the ice has resulted in medical transport at Holcombe. Jason Steen, age 59 of Holcombe, was transported after the UTV he was operating fell through a weak area of the ice Jan. 6 at 3 …

Cub Scouts gather in Thorp for fun Turkey Bowling event

Over 40 Cub Scouts, representing three packs from Boyd, Stanley, Thorp, Gilman, Owen, and Withee, gathered in Thorp for a fun game of Turkey Bowling. Cub Scouts is a fantastic organization for boys …
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Business

The World of Carz: A Hub for Car Enthusiasts and Collectors

The World of Carz is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

If you’re a car enthusiast, a collector, or just someone who enjoys the nostalgia of childhood toys, The World of Carz in Stanley, Wisconsin is a must-visit. Owned by Thorp resident, Craig …

Government

Public works report shows busy department

Winter was coming. Now it’s here. Dusting the area over the weekend, white powder fell from the sky to coat sidewalks and roads across the area. The weekend snowfall replenished thinning snow …

Council approves wetland services proposal for $3,900

A wetland delineation survey will take place on city owned land behind the Stanley Area Historical Society, following council approval of a wetland delineation proposal from Tamarack Services LLC Jan. 6.

The City of Stanley is getting a wetland survey, contracted with Tamarack Services LLC of Rice Lake for a 4.5 acre parcel of city-owned property near the Wolf River. The site to be surveyed lies just …

Community
The new Overdose Aid Kit is installed next to the AED by the Stanley-Boyd Elementary gym doors. The other three kits were installed in the High School foyer, at Open Doors Academy, and at Boyd Early Learning Center.

Stanley-Boyd School District receives Overdose Aid Kits

On January 17th Stanley-Boyd School Nurse Karyn Nitz installed two Overdose Aid Kits (O.A.K.s) in the Stanley-Boyd School building after a generous donation from the Clinton Global Initiative …

Saint Joseph Catholic School celebrates Catholic Schools Week with a week of fun and activities

Saint Joseph Catholic School, located at 813 E. Patten Street in Boyd, is excited to announce its upcoming celebration of Catholic Schools Week, taking place from January 26 through February 1. The …

St. Joseph School to host Pancake Breakfast Sunday, Jan. 26

Saint Joseph Catholic School is hosting a pancake breakfast on Sunday, January 26 from 9:30 AM until 1:00 PM. This is a fundraiser for the school, and it also kicks off two very important events. The …

Otter Lake Ice Fishing Contest set for Saturday, Jan. 18

The annual family ice fishing contest will soon arrive at Otter Lake! Debuting Saturday, Jan. 18, the once a year contest will see the Otter Lake Booster Club team up with the Stanley Rod and Gun …

Department reports in for city of Stanley

Bi-monthly department reports are in for the City of Stanley. As for the Fire Chief’s Report, Stanley Fire Chief Ron Patten was brief, mentioning monthly truck inspections in work done and …
Obituaries
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 …
Timothy Galvez
Timothy Jeffery Galvez, a beloved husband, father, stepfather, son, brother, and friend to many passed away on July 1, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Houston Texas. He was born on August 21, 1979, in …
Mark R. Headrick
Mark R. Headrick, 63, passed away suddenly of natural causes. He was born on March 30, 1960 to the late Raymond and Bette (LaMarche) Headrick. Mark grew up in Stanley and graduated from Stanley-Boyd …
Edward J. 'Red' Nayes
Edward J. “Red” Nayes, 83 of Stanley, died Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Aspirus Hospital-Wausau with his family by his side. He was born on June 8, 1940 at the family home in Lafayette to the late …
Local sports

Stanley-Boyd Wrestling Program Transitions to New Leadership After Coach Burzynski’s Remarkable 16-Year Tenure

Coaches Greg Burzynski (right) and Jake Fitzsimmons (left) congratulate Stanley-Boyd wrestler Willy Graham.
The Stanley-Boyd wrestling program has entered a new era, as longtime head coach Greg Burzynski stepped down in February after 16 years at the helm. Burzynski leaves behind a storied legacy—one …

Stanley-Boyd Assistant Coach Brody Mahr reflects on All Conference Award, football

In a season marked by dedication, leadership, and unparalleled commitment, Brody Mahr, assistant coach for the Stanley-Boyd Orioles Football Team, has been named the 2024 Cloverbelt Football …
This week’s Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week honors the Orioles Varsity Boys Basketball Team for their impressive 80-67 victory over the Cadott Hornets on January 6th. Head Coach Dakota Nichols …
Marking 100 career wins recently was Stanley-Boyd junior Willy Graham, achieved Jan. 16 while wrestling against Regis Altoona and Cadott. Congratulations Willy!
Now with a 5-10 record, the Oriole girls headed to Regis Thursday, Jan. 9, coming away with a 32-51 loss against the Ramblers, later competing against Bloomer for a 27-73 finish in the Blackhawks …
Stanley-Boyd Archery made history last week by hosting its inaugural two-day tournament on January 10th and 11th, a significant achievement for the program in its second year. The event drew 433 …
Education
The annual candlelight rendition of 'Silent Night' is a cherished tradition that is eagerly anticipated each year.

A Night of Music and Tradition:

On December 16th, the Stanley-Boyd Middle and High School Choir and Band came together for a delightful holiday concert as friends and family filled the school auditorium with holiday. The evening …

Features

Light up the City contest winners announced

The 4th Annual Light Up the City Competition wrapped up with a thrilling finish, as the winner was decided by just one point. Jody Duce and family took 1st place for their display at 6774 County …

Opinion
Columns
Every dog used to run deer wears telemetry, so the hunters know
where it is during the hunt and when the hunt is over.

An Outdoorsman's Journal

Hello friends, There is some adversity in this column but all you can do when bad luck hits is do your damage control, take care of business and be happy that you still have a heart beat. This is the …

My View: Typing with Bobby Knight

Many young men in their formative years took time in their school schedule to learn worthwhile pursuits. Me? I learned to type. I was fastest on the keyboard in my class. Other fellows …

"The Financial Report Card: How to understand and calculate your Net Worth"

As we welcome 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the months ahead. While resolutions often center around health, relationships, or career, focusing on …

First Ice Camping/Fishing Trip

Hello friends, I have been hearing good things about Chippewa County's "Otter Lake" for a number of years but knew absolutely nothing about it until this week. Along with my golden retrievers Ruby …

The World According to Mark

I have opinions. I have also learned, through experiences, a great many things. And I have a great many things to learn. I also have a great many things that I know very little about, but I have a …

My View: A great one on its way!

It’s going to be a great Christmas! Barring unforeseen circumstances we plan to celebrate our with all kids, grandkids and a slew of dogs all in one place. Some years, for logistical reasons, …
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The Andromeda galaxy helped Edwin Hubble settle a great debate in astronomy.
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