Features - Stanley Republican

The new playground and splashpad will be built next to the tennis courts in Chapman Park with USA made products from Commercial Recreation Specialists.

SCA unveils splashpad designs at Coffee & Commerce

As the Stanley Community Association (SCA) hosted the Stanley Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee and Commerce event at the Community Center on April 4, they unveiled the designs for the new splashpad … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/10/24

The Stanley Area Historical Society will unveil a new book with colorized photos at its April 22 meeting.

Historical Society to roll-out new book at April 22 meeting

The Stanley Area Historical Society will be holding their Quarterly Meeting on Monday, April 22, beginning at 7 p.m. The organizations newest publication, “Vintage Views of Stanley Wisconsin … more

4/10/24

At a new location at 1418 Pine Street in Stanley, Winger Construction is gearing up for a busy construction season with an almost packed schedule. When his business started in 2002, Joe Winger remarks that he always had an intuition from God concerning the success of his business. “This is how I saw my life,” he mentions.

Winger Construction finishes new building on Pine Street

By Danielle Boos | 4/3/24

Eleven members of Faith Evangelical Free stand with Senior Pastor Matt Miklasz and Associate Pastor Matt Peters as they are ready to be baptized in the Stanley Community Pool that was opened for the special March 3rd occasion. Friends and family attended to pray and celebrate as the candidates were baptized into a new life in Christ.

Raised to New Life!

4/3/24

Patrick Marion (right) and his wife, Julie, have been married for thirty-seven years and live in Eau Claire with their three dogs.

Patrick Marion- District Library Media Specialist and Director of Online Learning

For the past thirty-four years, Patrick Marion has had an impressive career as an educator in the Stanley-Boyd Area School District. “I’ve had incredible variety in my career, all at … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/3/24

Matt Derks (right) and his son, Jonathan, stand proudly in front of the new Derks Meat sign installed by Ron’s Designs & Signs.

From Farm to Store

Derks Meats has officially opened at their new facility located just east of their previous location at Derks Farms. Located at 33802 115th Avenue in Boyd, the new 50x66 building features a retail … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/27/24

The Steinmetz family enjoys spending time together, hiking, fishing, and traveling.

Kayleigh Steinmetz- High School English Teacher at Stanley-Boyd

Some people are born to be teachers and Kayleigh Steinmetz is definitely one of those individuals. As the English teacher at Stanley-Boyd High School, she teaches with her heart and her patience and … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/6/24

S-B Class of 1977 grad active in Hollywood

A Stanley-Boyd Class of 1977 graduate has a new movie out—not her first. Lisa Long, who served as Miss Stanley in high school and whose credits include several Hollywood films, plays Eileen … more

By Joseph Back | 2/14/24

Northwestern Bank President Jerry Jacobson named 2023 WBA Banker of the Year

Jerry Jacobson, president of Northwestern Bank of Chippewa Falls, has been named 2023 Wisconsin Banker of the Year by the Wisconsin Bankers Association. An award ceremony was held February 8, 2024 in … more

By Kris Bremness | 2/14/24

Donation to senior lock-in

Stanley American Legion Post 112 and VFW Post 2711 have donated $500 to the senior lock-in. Shown above with the donation to senior lock-in are Kerri Gully (left), Ben Niedzwiecki, and Kris … more

Submitted photo. | 2/14/24

Nick Sturm and his family enjoy sharing new experiences with each other, especially traveling and sampling ethnic foods. Shown above (back row, from left) are Erica Sturm, Nick Sturm (front row) Aaron Sturm and Oreo, Lidya Sturm, and Chase Sturm.

Nick Sturm-Social Studies Teacher at Stanley-Boyd High School

The Stanley-Boyd School District benefits from the knowledge and education of Nick Sturm who has been an educator for twenty-two years. A graduate of Michigan Tech University and Marian University, … more

By Danielle Boos | 2/14/24

Chase Sturm (center) signs intent to play football at Northern State University this past Thursday, as mom Erica and dad Nick look on.

Sturm signs with Northern State University

Stanley-Boyd senior Chase Sturm is headed to South Dakota—at Aberdeen, to be more precise. The Stanley-Boyd senior signed a letter of intent to play football with Northern State University … more

By Joseph Back | 2/14/24

Cloverbelt Standings

2/7/24

Stanley Boyd FCCLA Student Spotlights

Established in 1945, the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America or FCCLA strives to make a difference in families, careers, and communities in the United States and to prepare young people … more

By Danielle Boos | 1/31/24

Relevé Dance Company wows with halftime performance Friday at Stanley-Boyd

Taking to the court at halftime Friday, Jan. 26 as the Orioles girls varsity played the Cardinals, Relevé Dance Company of Stanley wowed crowds with three separate dance routines, … more

By Joseph Back | 1/31/24

Ron and Karen Haas (left) have turned over Martino’s Restaurant to new owners Megan and John Junker (right).

Ron Haas retirement party planned at Stanley Community Center

Stanley area residents will have a chance to say ‘thank you’ to Ron Haas Feb. 4, a retirement party being held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Stanley Community Center. Haas, best known for … more

By Joseph Back | 1/24/24

Otter Lake Fishing Contest Saturday

It was a cold day on Otter Lake when the Stanley Rod & Gun Club held their 22nd annual ice fishing contest Saturday, Jan. 20. With open water as recently as the Monday previous followed by … more

By Joseph Back | 1/24/24

New Legion Member

Connor Hakes (left) is sworn in by Legion Post 112 Commander Bruce Wozniak at the Thursday, Jan. 11 Legion meeting. Hakes is a member of the Marine Corps Reserve, with all soldiers possessing their … more

Submitted Photo | 1/17/24

Stanley Area Chamber of Commerce members connected over coffee and donuts at the newly organized Coffee and Commerce monthly event.

Businesses connect at Coffee and Commerce event held at Lube Suppliers Store

Members of the Stanley Area Chamber of Commerce were treated to coffee, juice and delicious donuts at the Coffee and Commerce morning event sponsored by Lube Suppliers Store on January 4th. … more

By Danielle Boos | 1/10/24

Members of the D.R. Moon Memorial Library attended the January 2nd City Council meeting to provide an update on the library’s future expansion and remodel. From left: Library Board President Cathy Ryba, City Council Representative Marge Konik, Library Director Elizabeth Miniatt, Library Board member James Ericksen

D.R. Moon Memorial Library Board provides building update to City Council

Members of the D.R. Moon Memorial Library Board attended the first City Council meeting of the year on Tuesday, January 2 to share the Library Director’s report and to provide the Council with … more

By Danielle Boos | 1/10/24