Government - Stanley Republican

Andrew Albarado approved for hire as new Chippewa County Administrator

By Joseph Back Chippewa County has a new County Administrator, pending contract details. Chosen from a field of three finalists, Andrew Albarado will replace outgoing County Administrator Randy … more

By Joseph Back | 3/26/25

The Boyd Village Board approved several resolutions at its February and March board meetings, tied to the Patten Street application process.

Boyd adopts new resolutions as part of CDBG grant application process

Boyd Wisconsin has several new resolutions, approved at the February and March board meetings. The March resolutions were approved following a public hearing March 10 on Patten Street. Approved in … more

By Joseph Back | 3/26/25

Streets and Grounds Foreman Joe Schmitt shared his concerns with the online Chapman Park campground reservation system with the Stanley Council at the March 17th meeting.

Summer preparations highlight March 17 Council meeting

Summer preparations highlight March 17 Council meeting Concerns raised over campground reservation system While snow showers may still be in the forecast, the City of Stanley was already … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/26/25

The Village of Boyd held a public hearing related to the Patten Street rebuild prior to its March 10 meeting.

Boyd holds March 10 public hearing

Now in the application process, the Patten Street reconstruction saw four Boyd residents show up to a related public hearing, held March 10 prior to the regular village board meeting. Present as well … more

By Joseph Back | 3/25/25

Chairman Michael Boehlke (left), Supervisor Andy Slowiak (center), and Supervisor Bob Kodl work on a revised ad for a new fulltime town employee.

Town of Thorp plans busy month

The Town of Thorp town hall will be bustling with activity in the coming weeks. An open house on March 29 is scheduled at the current town hall located at W10202 County Road X, giving interested … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/19/25

House District 7 office representative at Gilman March 24

Do you live in U.S. House District 7 and have something you want Tom Tiffany to know? A representative from Tiffany’s office will be present for a listening session Monday March 24 at 10 a.m. … more

By Joseph Back | 3/19/25

Stanley Police Department to purchase new squad

The Stanley City Council approved the purchase of a new 2025 squad vehicle for the Stanley Police Department from Courtesy Truck and Auto in Stanley, replacing the current 2020 vehicle, which will be … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/19/25

Boyd to have sharps disposal

Need a place to take your sharps? Boyd Wisconsin will soon have a centralized disposal location for medical sharps. The Village Board acting at its Monday, March 10 regular board meeting approved a … more

By Joseph Back | 3/19/25

Library Director Elizabeth Miniatt listens to John Thompson, director of the IFLS library system, as he speaks March 6 at the special council meeting.

Council holds special meetings on library expansion

River Architects will be the builder of the library addition and expansion, following two special council meetings over four days by the Stanley City Council. At the first meeting Thursday at 5:30 … more

Staff Report | 3/12/25

Paul Kluck explains to the Stanley Council his plan for the 7 acres of land that he requested to purchase.

Stanley City Council advances Library Renovation plans and City purchases

By Danielle Boos At the March 3 meeting, the Stanley City Council approved the grant agreement between the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration and the City of Stanley for the … more

By Danielle Boos | 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

Plan Commission approves rezoning and variance request for D.R. Moon Memorial Library

A public hearing was held by the Stanley Plan Commission consisting of members Jacob Huff, David Jankoski, James Ericksen, Rick Denzine, Mark Fitzsimmons, Jason Isenberger, and Mayor Mike Henke on … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/12/25

Boyd Village Hall at 705 East Murray Street will welcome residents for a public hearing March 10 as part of the process to rebuild Patten Street.

Village of Boyd to hold March 10 Public Hearing

Live in Boyd and want to learn about Patten Street? Now’s your chance. Village of Boyd residents are invited to a public hearing March 10 at 6 p.m., at the Village Hall. The hearing, held as … more

By Joseph Back | 3/5/25

The D.R. Moon Memorial Library was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1985.

Stanley Council Approves $500,000 Loan for Library Expansion and Renovation

In 2023, the D.R. Moon Memorial Library launched a capital campaign to fund its expansion and renovation project, with a target of $4.5 million. Nearly a year later, their plans received a … more

By Danielle Boos | 2/26/25

Kinser and Underly advance from primary

Results are in for the Feb. 18 primary race for superintendent. Local results largely mirrored the state as a whole, with Jill Underly and Brittany Kinser winning a spot on the April ballot. Rural … more

By Joseph Back | 2/26/25

Alderperson Mark Fitzsimmons (center) motioned to approve the purchase of an inline phosphorus analyzer for the Wastewater Department.

City of Stanley Approves Design Contract for 345th Street Paving Project, Funded by ARIP Grant

The City of Stanley has approved a contract with CBS2 for design services to pave 345th Street, at a cost of $219,748. Jon Strand of CBS Squared presented the plan to the Council, outlining the steps … more

By Danielle Boos | 2/26/25

Town of Thorp Chairman Louie Andruszkiewiecz strikes the gavel to call the February 12th board meeting to order.

Town of Thorp faces changes, chairman resigns

The Town of Thorp Board addressed important personnel matters at its February 12th meeting, including the job duties and descriptions for town employees, focusing on the current employee’s … more

By Danielle Boos | 2/25/25

Boyd business owner Louie Raffeto outlines his plans to establish a family-owned engine machining business in Stanley to the Council at the Monday evening meeting.

Stanley Council Approves Land for Family-Owned Engine Machining Business

The Stanley City Council approved the sale of approximately four acres of East Park Land on Junction Avenue east of KS Performance at a cost of $6800 per acre to Louie Raffetto at the February 3rd … more

By Danielle Boos | 2/12/25

Three way state superintendent race on ballot Feb. 18

Local voters will soon have the choice to narrow down candidates for the Wisconsin State Superintendent, three names listed on the Feb. 18 primary ballot. The first is Jill Underly, incumbent. The … more

By Joseph Back | 2/12/25

D.R. Moon Memorial Library Director Elizabeth Miniatt expressed her concerns regarding the D.R. Moon Memorial Library Renovation and Expansion Project timeline to the Council.

Stanley Council Approves Agreement for City Engineer Services

The Stanley City Council has approved an agreement for professional services with CBS Squared at the February 3 meeting. The agreement will provide City Engineer Services on an hourly basis, with a … more

By Danielle Boos | 2/12/25