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Stanley-Boyd Band members perform at Dorian Band Festival

Stanley-Boyd Band members perform at Dorian Band Festival By Danielle Boos Five students from Stanley-Boyd High School participated in the prestigious Dorian Band Festival at Luther College in … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/26/25

Everyone came dressed in their finest, with some sporting dashing bowties and others donning elegant tiaras.

Stanley-Boyd’s ‘Bowties and Tiaras’ steps up the fun

The Stanley-Boyd Student Council hosted a memorable evening for local families on Friday, March 7th, as they organized, “Bowties and Tiaras”, a Family Dance at the Stanley-Boyd High … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/26/25

The five Stanley-Boyd band members mastered their new performance music in under 24 hours. Shown above from left to right are Cassidy Kodl, Sydney Gundlach, Kira Lato, Adeline Peterson and Mykel Wirtala.

Stanley-Boyd Band members perform at Dorian Band Festival

Photo: Dorian.jpg Submitted Photo The five Stanley-Boyd band members mastered their new performance music in under 24 hours. Shown above from left to right are Cassidy Kodl, Sydney Gundlach, Kira … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/25/25

SCA Hosts St. Patrick’s Day Bingo Bash on March 16th

Get ready for a bit o’ luck and a whole lot of fun! The Stanley Community Association (SCA) invites you to a festive St. Patrick’s Day Bingo event at the Stanley Community Center on March … more

3/12/25

Dean Tinjum of Big Ten Bones BBQ Team provided an overview on the purpose of the Smoke and Fire BBQ Competition, scheduled for April 24th and 25th, to the Stanley Council.

2025 Smoke & Fire BBQ Competition

At the Stanley City Council’s meeting on March 3rd, a special event vending permit, street use permit, and special event permit for VFW Post 2711 were approved for the upcoming Smoke & Fire … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/12/25

Relevé Dance wows audience at Friday game

Taking to the floor at halftime Friday, Feb. 21 at Stanley-Boyd, the Relevé Dance Company wowed audiences, performing three separate dance routines in quick succession. Studio Owner and … more

By Joseph Back | 2/26/25

The Disney Princess Tea Party was a day of magic for the young princesses as they sang and danced with their favorite Disney Princesses.

Stanley-Boyd Drama Club enchants at Disney Princess Tea Party

On Saturday, February 8th, the Stanley-Boyd Drama Club brought a touch of magic to the community by hosting a Disney Princess Tea Party at the Stanley-Boyd Library. Members of the Drama Club, dressed … more

By Danielle Boos | 2/19/25

Shown above for the Stanley Truck and Tractor Pull (back row, from left) are Wes Wampole, Jack Leja, Joe Gruba, Tom Symbal, Bob Ederer, Kyle LaMarche (front row) Aaron Schneider, Mindi Symbal, Amy Rozwadowski.

Stanley Truck and Tractor Pull honored by WTPA

The Stanley Truck and Tractor Pull has been honored by the Wisconsin Truck Pull Association (WTPA), with the Stanley Truck and Tractor Pull named the WTPA State Event of the Year. “In its first … more

By Joseph Back | 2/19/25

Now through Memorial Day, All Saints Parish Hall (formerly Holy Family Hall) is hosting Tuesday Night Bingo on Third Avenue in Stanley. Overseen by the Knights of Columbus and Parish Council of Catholic Women, plans for Tuesday Bingo call for it to run Labor Day to Memorial Day each year, with the inaugural event held Feb. 4.

All Saints Parish hosts Tuesday bingo

Looking for something to do on Tuesday nights? If so, we have a new opportunity to share. Tuesday Night Bingo at All Saints Parish Hall started Feb. 4 and runs now through Memorial Day. Long term … more

2/18/25

Independent film coming to Stanley Theater

An independent film is coming to the Stanley Theater. Titled February, the film by Wisconsin filmmaker Nathan Deming will arrive in town Saturday, Feb. 1 at 1:30 p.m. The free matinee screening of … more

By Joseph Back | 2/1/25

Stanley-Boyd seniors Seth Zastrow (left), Sydney Gundlach and Landen Fredrickson represented the Stanley-Boyd High School Choir at the Dorian Vocal Festival at Luther College.

Stanley-Boyd students attend Dorian Vocal Festival

Three Stanley-Boyd Choir members attended the Dorian Vocal Festival at Luther College on January 12-13th. The Dorian Vocal Festival, one of the largest select choral festivals in the nation, is open … more

By Danielle Boos | 1/21/25

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 … more

1/21/25

Shown above at All Conference Band and Choir at Loyal Jan. 18 are (front row, from left) Choir Director Louella Derrico, Alexis Baughman, Cassidy Kodl, Chloe Isenberger, Adeline Peterson, Kira Lato, Band Director Devon Wenndt (middle row) Grace Schmitt, Caroline Johnson, Sydney Gundlach, Landon Allen, Mykel Wirtala (back row) Ezekiel Czubakowski, Landen Fredrickson, Carter Isenberger, and Seth Zastrow.

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 … more

By Joseph Back | 1/21/25

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 and girls in grades K-5, offering a variety of activities that help build character, community, and leadership skills.

Cub Scouts gather in Thorp for fun Turkey Bowling event

1/7/25

FCCLA Sponsored Free Movie Night Brings Holiday Cheer

Stanley-Boyd FCCLA members Ava Prahl and McKaila Simon organized a free screening of The Polar Express for elementary students at the Stanley-Boyd Library on December 13th. The event was made even … more

By Danielle Boos | 12/23/24

During 'Mister Frosty Winter,' the fourth-grade students playfully requested that Mister Frosty Winter return at another time.

Sparkle and Shine!

By Danielle Boos | 12/23/24

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 … more

By Danielle Boos | 12/23/24

Firehouse Friends' annual Christmas concert delights audience

Firehouse Friends annual Christmas concert brought festive joy to the community, as young performers filled the Stanley-Boyd Elementary School gym on December 12th with five festive songs. The … more

12/23/24

Firehouse Friends Childcare Center’s Giving Wall

Firehouse Friends Childcare Center proudly sponsored nine families through a Giving Wall this holiday season, providing over $900 in gifts for children. Thanks to the generosity of Firehouse Friends … more

12/23/24

The Stanley-Boyd High School Choir has been a long-standing tradition at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, performing for many years first under the direction of Ms. Jan Mickelson and now with Ms. Louella Derrico.

Stanley-Boyd High School Choir performs at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

On December 8th, the Stanley-Boyd High School Choir delivered a beautiful performance of Christmas carols at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. The choir, under the direction of High School Music … more

By Danielle Boos | 12/10/24