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The Boyd Village Hall was packed Thursday, April 9 as residents affected by the Patten Street Reconstruction Project came to have their questions answered at a community meeting, put on by the village and Ayres Associates.

Patten Street Rebuild to start next month

Patten Street Rebuild to start next month Neighborhood meeting sees questions raised, answered By Joseph Back Patten Street in Boyd is getting a facelift—and then some. Awarded last month … more

By Joseph Back | 4/17/26

Two young healthcare workers in scrubs are smiling as they walk through a hospital corridor. They exude a sense of teamwork and positivity in a professional environment.

Aspirus virtual hiring event features nursing positions for Chippewa Falls and Stanley

Chippewa Falls and Stanley, WI - Aspirus Health will host a Virtual Hiring Event on Friday, April 17 offering job seekers the opportunity to connect directly with hiring leaders for a variety of … more

4/16/26

Council plows through meeting agenda

The Stanley Common Council met Monday, April 6 after 7:35 p.m. in city hall following committee of the whole. Included in the night’s consent agenda were several items, including meeting minutes, … more

By Joseph Back | 4/16/26

Bimonthly department reports in for Stanley

The latest bimonthly department reports are in for the city of Stanley for March, with several highlights. Clerk’s Office Starting with the Clerk’s Report, Stanley Deputy Clerk Maggie Wurst … more

By Joseph Back | 4/16/26

New Treasurer at Lublin

Lublin, Wisconsin has a new village treasurer. Lana Knox was hired following a closed session with interviews under Wisconsin State Statute 19.85(1)(c) on Thursday, April 9 at Lublin. Knox comes to … more

By Joseph Back | 4/16/26

Workers from Smith’s Restoration were on hand last week installing fencing for Echo’s Playground, located south of Chapman Lake in Stanley. A park grand opening will be held at a later date.

Echo’s Playground taking shape south of Chapman Lake

Echo’s Playground is taking shape south of Chapman Lake in Stanley, with SCA President Kristi Weiland sharing more last Thursday on progress for the park named after Echo, the dog of Steve and … more

By Joseph Back | 4/15/26

Grace Community Bible Church will host its first service in the new building on Sunday, April 19 at 10 a.m. The building represents a nine-month building project.

A New Chapter: Grace Community to hold first service in new building A New Chapter: Grace Community to hold first service in new building

After a nine-month building program, Grace Community Bible Church has finished its new Worship and Ministry Center, located at 9407 County Highway H, just north of Stanley. We are excited to announce … more

Submitted by Pastor Loyed Arnold | 4/15/26

Nancy Amacher and Peter Kaz, CCEDC & TB; Doug and Breanne Korenuk; Thorp Mayor Richard Wnek; and Thorp Chamber Chair Jack Syryczuk. Korenuk’s Heating & Cooling is a Stanley Area Chamber of Commerce member.

Korenuk’s Heating & Cooling open storefront in Thorp

By Cindy Cardinal Korenuk’s Heating & Cooling, owned by Doug and Breanne Korenuk, is open for business at 210 N. Washington Street in Thorp. A ribbon cutting was held on Friday, April 10, … more

By Cindy Cardinal | 4/15/26

Cody’s Classic Cars at 307 North Broadway is going virtual. Building owner Matt Hazuga welcomes positive business ideas for the property.

Cody’s Classic Cars to go virtual: ideas welcome on building use

The showroom at Cody’s Classic Cars is going virtual. Located at 307 North Broadway Street, the building sale was finalized March 5 to Matt Hazuga for $125,000. Hazuga plans to use it as a way to … more

By Joseph Back | 4/12/26

Work crews installed the walls for the Central Water Treatment Plant addition last Tuesday off Church Street in Stanley.

Council approves $4 million in general obligation bonds

The Stanley Common Council met Monday, April 6 in city hall. On the night’s meeting agenda were several items, including the borrowing of $4 million in general obligation bonds, a fire truck … more

By Joseph Back | 4/12/26

Winner announced for Legion 9-Pin Tap bowling ball raffle in Boyd

John Bowen-Brazell won both of the bowling balls that were raffled of as part of the Legion 9-Pin Tournament at Tolley’s Bowl and Bar in Boyd last month. more

Submitted photo. | 4/12/26

Dr. Tom Gelhaus shared on his work in Central and South America on Wednesday, March 18 as part of a presentation entitled "Reasons for Migrating," part 3 of a four part series hosted by Our Savior's Lutheran.

Our Savior's Lutheran concludes four part series on "Understanding immigration"

Our Savior’s Lutheran hosted the last of four weekly talks on Wednesday, March 18 and Wednesday, March 25 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Stanley. Presenting March 18 at 7:15 p.m. was Dr. Tom … more

By Joseph Back | 4/12/26

Vietnam Veteran Nurse Sarah Blum, PTS/MST advocate, experienced peer support leader, and author of “Warrior Nurse” and “Women Under Fire"

Courage to Heal: Female Veterans Retreat at The Highground

Neillsville—The Highground will offer a three-day retreat June 5-7, 2026, focusing on management techniques for female veterans affected by post-traumatic … more

4/12/26

A free Suncatcher Workshop for veterans and community

Neillsville—Spring is tiptoeing back into Wisconsin, and The Highground is celebrating with a burst of color, creativity and sparkle. As part of the 2026 CAMO (Community and Military Outreach) … more

4/12/26

Recently signed into law, Assembly Bill 596 appropriates $950,000 annual on a new state per diem grant program created under Assembly Bill 597 to provide funding to organizations providing housing services to homeless veterans. Representatives Karen Hurd and Rob Summerfield were among the sponsors for both bills.

Homeless Veterans Matching Grant legislation becomes law

Madison – On Thursday, Governor Tony Evers signed Assembly Bills 596 and 597 into law. These new laws create a state matching grant program to aid homeless veterans and redirect $1.9 million to … more

4/12/26

Courtesy Auto & Truck Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week

Stanley-Boyd freshman Amanda Lew has made an immediate impact on the Orioles basketball court this season, stepping into a starting role and proving herself as a versatile and dynamic player. From a … more

By Danielle Boos | 4/12/26

Stanley Council approves Community Center agreement with amendment

The Stanley Common Council met Monday, April 6 in city hall, approving an agreement with amendment related to the Stanley Community Center. The agreement establishes a tiered system of payment for … more

By Joseph Back | 4/9/26

The Stanley-Boyd Archery Team raised $2,500 for Nationals competition in Louisville at a pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday March 4 in the Stanley Community Center, with families donating some of the food and the club pays for the rest of the cost. Shown above from left to right are Brekken Lato, Aaron Johnson, Liam Toepfer, Nikki, Michael Toepfer, Ryan Potaczek, and Rachel Potaczek.

Archery Team raises $2,500 for Trip to Nationals

IMG 4632: The Stanley-Boyd Archery Team raised $2,500 for Nationals competition in Louisville at a pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday March 4 in the Stanley Community Center, with families … more

By Joseph Back | 4/9/26

Chapman Park Campground to expand with eight new campsites

The campground at Chapman Park is expanding! Discussed and approved at the Monday, April 6 City Council meeting was the addition of eight new campsites along the west shoreline near Deer Park … more

By Joseph Back | 4/9/26

Voters head to the polls!

Voters in the city of Stanley headed to the Stanley Community Center to vote Tuesday, April 7. Ballot decisions in Stanley this time around include city council, county board, and a state Supreme … more

4/9/26