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Tia McCarthy of CBS Squared presented on principal forgiveness options Monday, March 2 as the city seeks to optimize various state programs. Above from left to right are Mayor Mike Henke, Ward 3 Alderperson Keith Samuelson, Tia McCarthy of CBS Squared, Ward 3 Alderperson Therese Metzger, City Administrator Nicole Pilgrim, and Wards 4 to 7 and 9 Alderperson Laurie Foster.

City hears options on principal forgiveness

The City of Stanley will need to borrow money. Faced with the need to finance the central water treatment plant as it waits to apply for principal forgiveness from the DNR, keeping the $9.5 million … more

By Joseph Back | 3/16/26

Local business leaders gathered for Coffee and Commerce recently at Forward Bank.

Stanley Chamber of Commerce holds monthly Coffee and Commerce at Forward Bank

Local business leaders gathered recently at Forward Bank for the monthly Coffee and Commerce event, sharing coffee, conversation, and updates about what’s happening in their businesses and around … more

by Nikki Witt | 3/16/26

Better safe than sorry

Stanley Fire was called to First Avenue after noon on Friday, March 6 for the smell of gas. Nothing came of the call, but better safe than sorry. more

3/16/26

Department reports share bimonthly updates

Bimonthly department reports are in for the end of February. Accepted March 2 in the bimonthly administrator’s report with motion by Wards 1 and 8 Alderperson Mark Fitzsimmons and seconded by Wards … more

By Joseph Back | 3/16/26

The fire pumper display as seen from the front on Monday at Stanley Fire Station. No purchase has been made.

Looking at a new fire pumper

Stanley Council and fire department members took a look at a new pumper truck Monday, March 9 at the Stanley Fire Station. The truck brought over for a look would replace Engine 2 at Stanley, the … more

3/16/26

St. Joseph Catholic School parish raffle winners announced

Saint Joseph Catholic School had another successful school raffle this year. About $9,000 was raised through ticket sales, which will help support the school as we continue providing a quality … more

by Russ Jensen | 3/16/26

Stanley Correctional recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of its PAWS program, in which inmates help train service dogs.

Stanley Correctional Institution marks 10-Year anniversary of Prison Puppy Program

Stanley – On Wednesday, March 4, Stanley Correctional Institution (SCI) and Can Do Canines celebrated the 10-year anniversary of their PAWS (Prisoners Assisting with Service Dogs) Service Dog … more

3/16/26

Stanley Rodeo Queen Program launches ahead of June Crowning

The Stanley Rodeo is introducing an exciting new tradition this year with the launch of the Stanley Rodeo Queen Program, celebrating young women who represent the spirit of rodeo, agriculture, and … more

By Nikki Witt | 3/16/26

The Oriole boys varsity are regional champions! Shown above from left are Coach Brady Booth, Coach Seth Hause, Connor Goebel, Sawyer Boos, Shyloh Wellner, Carsen Woodcock, Braxton Demars, Landon Ewer, Brayten Mallo, Charlie Hoel, Jessie Allard, Josiah Demske, Aaron Lew, Brenner Myers, Micah Krajacic, Troy Haas, Kaiden Parker, Chase Olichwier, Brandon Herrick, and Head Coach Dakota Nichols.

Courtesy Auto & Truck Stanley Boyd Athlete of the Week

This week’s athlete of the week is the Oriole boys varsity basketball team. Playing the Altoona on Saturday, the Oriole boys came away with a 58-54 against the Railroaders, securing the fourth … more

By Joseph Back | 3/16/26

Courtesy Auto & Truck Stanley-Boyd Athlete of the Week

Junior Charlie Hoel has been a force in the post for the Stanley-Boyd boys varsity basketball team this season, earning him First Team All-Conference honors and this week’s Athlete of the Week … more

By Danielle Boos | 3/15/26

Echo’s Playground Public Dog Park coming soon

The Stanley Community Association, SCA, is looking forward to spring and the much anticipated Echo’s Playground Public Dog Park becoming a reality. The park is the name sake of the infamous Echo … more

By Kristi Weiland SCA President | 3/5/26

Farm bankruptcies jumped 46% in 2025 as debt loads and costs rise

Chapter 12 farm bankruptcies rose 46% in 2025 — to 315 filings compared to 216 in 2024, marking the third year in a row that filings increased, according to the American Farm Bureau … more

By Lauren Cross, Investigate Midwest | 3/5/26

Stanley-Boyd Area School Board members Denise Hoffstatter (left) and Becky Peterson reflect on recent attendance at the Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) Conference during the February school board meeting.

School board approves CESA 10 contract

School board approves CESA 10 contract Board members reflect on WASB Convention attendance By Joseph Back The Stanley-Boyd School Board met for its regular meeting on Monday, Feb. 23 in the … more

By Joseph Back | 3/5/26

S-B Math places first in division!

The SBHS math team had a pretty impressive showing at the UW-Eau Claire Math Contest last Saturday. The team placed first in its division and every member that competed won individual recognition. … more

3/5/26

Thorp Area R/C Club to hold April meeting

We are in the early stages of March, and the Thorp Area R/C Club is starting to look forward to spring and summer! The Marshall RC Park is going to be available again this year, and has TONS to … more

3/5/26

D.R. Moon Library Director Elizabeth Miniatt and Library Board President Cathy Ryba accept a $25,000 pledge from Stanley Lions Club Treasurer Jerry Dirkes for the library addition. Above from left to right are Library Board President Cathy Ryba, Stanley Lions Treasurer Jerry Dirkes, and Library Director Elizabeth Miniatt.

Stanley Lions Club partners with D.R Moon Library with a $25,000 Commitment

In this installment of the spotlight series featuring community supporters of the library project, we are highlighting the Stanley Lions Club’s extraordinary $25,000 pledge to help fund the … more

By Nikki Witt | 3/5/26

Library addition construction progress!

Shown above, the D.R. Moon Memorial Library addition is taking shape on Fourth Avenue. A council tour is planned for April 6. more

3/5/26

District inks SOAR contract with Medford

Stanley-Boyd Schools has a new resource, following approval at the February school board meeting of a contract with the Medford School District for a partnership called SOAR, or Students Open to … more

By Joseph Back | 3/5/26

Stanley Fire assists in Clark County Monday

The Stanley Fire Department assisted Owen-Withee-Curtiss at a call in Clark County Monday, March 2, taking the ladder truck to a fire called in at 6:43 p.m. “Stanley Fire went over to Clark County … more

By Joseph Back | 3/5/26

The Council approved a pay request from Market and Johnson Monday for work related to the Central Water Treatment Plant, shown above last month.

Council approves payment to Market and Johnson on Central Water Treatment Plant

The Stanley Common Council met Monday, March 2 in city hall, moving to approve payment to Market and Johnson in the amount of $755,881.03 for the Central Water Treatment Plant, as recommended by CBS … more

By Joseph Back | 3/5/26