Features - Stanley Republican

Christian music artist Brendan Brooks, who played 168 events in 39 states in 2023, has a renewed desire to expand God’s Kingdom.

Faith Evangelical Free Church welcomes singer Brendan Brooks

Uplifting music filled the air as members of Faith Evangelical Free Church enjoyed the worship songs of Christian music artist Brendan Brooks on July 17. The Church hosted the special event beginning … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/25/24

Mike Eslinger of Boyd at the Arctic Ocean in Tuktoyaktuk, located at 69.44 degrees north in latitude, or above the Arctic Circle.

Local man takes 22-day trip to the Arctic Ocean

Mike Eslinger, age 26, of Boyd, recently took a motorcycle trip—but not just any trip. Mike rode 8,500 miles on his KTM1190 Adventure motorcycle, an Austrian adventure touring motorcycle, to … more

By Kris Bremness | 7/24/24

Longtime cheesemaker remembered as dedicated to family and area

Randy LaGrander, age 70, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 12, after a lifetime of hard work and dedication to the Stanley-Boyd area. Born April 22, 1954 at Marshfield to Dannie and Lorraine … more

By Joseph Back | 7/17/24

Tricia Smith is excited to guide students at Stanley-Boyd on their journey of learning.

Tricia Smith- Middle School Teacher at Stanley-Boyd

Summer offers a break from the day-to-day school routine, but the work of an educator doesn’t end when students leave the classroom for summer vacation. Educators devote countless hours of … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/26/24

Justin Pope (right) and his wife, Kristen are excited to be a part of the business community in the City of Stanley

KJ Garage on First Avenue in Stanley

Justin and Kristen Pope have opened their automotive repair shop located at 219 East 1st Avenue in Stanley. With their family of six children, Justin and Kristen purchased a home in Stanley a year … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/19/24

Shannon Freeman smiles while showing the gold medal that he won as the 2024 State Basketball Champion.

Local resident Shannon Freeman makes Stanley proud

There are some people in a community who go above and beyond what it means to be a neighbor and a good citizen. In the City of Stanley, that person is Shannon Freeman. Freeman has been a long-time … more

By Danielle Boos | 5/29/24

David Plummer (right) and his wife, Jeanette, are looking forward to making new memories together as they travel the world.

David Plummer: Bringing Stanley’s past to life

David Plummer hails from one of the oldest families to settle in Stanley, Wisconsin. Son of Don and Twila Plummer, Plummer fondly remembers growing up working at his parents’ hardware store, … more

By Danielle Boos | 5/15/24

Stanley graduate Daisy Dorn is ready to serve the local community as the new owner of 1881 Nutrition at 222 N. Broadway St. in downtown Stanley.

1881 Nutrition’s new owner is ready to “shake it up”

Starting May 6 Daisy Dorn will be the new owner of 1881 Nutrition, a nutrition club serving Herbalife shakes, smoothies, energy teas and more. Dorn graduated from Stanley-Boyd High School in 2023 and … more

By Danielle Boos | 5/9/24

Reit’s Garden Center has the selection you need for outdoor work.

Spring is here! Local businesses well stocked for season

Spring is here, and for those looking to save a drive elsewhere, you’re in luck! For those seeking Mother’s Day flowers, there’s Ele’s Flowers on Broadway. Open daily … more

By Joseph Back | 5/9/24

Forward Promotes Three New Officers

Austin Travis has been promoted to Assistant Vice President Commercial Loan Officer at Forward. This is in recognition of his growing involvement in the Park Falls area and increased outreach to … more

5/1/24

Stanley-Boyd Top Ten Announced

Start early, end early. Walking the stage May 10 at 6 p.m. at Oriole Park—unless there’s rain, then indoors—the Stanley-Boyd Class of 2024 will graduate 74 seniors. “It will … more

By Joseph Back | 5/1/24

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 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