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Team Aubree - First Place. Shown above (front row, from left) are Gannon LeTendre, Tress Vojtasek, Ashton Kroeplin, Cory Bunnell, Derrick Romig, Griffin Kroeplin (back row) Steven Frankewicz, Marty Kroeplin, Logan Kroeplin, Donnie Kroeplin, and Dave Kroeplin.

5th Annual Team Aubree Softball Tournament Winners

Team Aubree first place Team Aubree - First Place. Shown above (front row, from left) are Gannon LeTendre, Tress Vojtasek, Ashton Kroeplin, Cory Bunnell, Derrick Romig, Griffin Kroeplin (back row) … more

8/13/25

Shoppers explore a variety of local vendors and food trucks at The Market at Broadway, held every other Thursday in the Broadway Boutique parking lot. Featured in the photo are Boone’s Co Farmstead, Whiskey River Metal Art, and Derks Farms Meats.

Community comes together at The Market at Broadway

The Market at Broadway brought local flavor and small business charm to the Broadway Boutique parking lot on Thursday, August 7. Held every other Thursday from 3 to 6:30 p.m., the market continues to … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/13/25

School starts August 18, S-B now phone free during school

There’s something special about walking through the school in early August. The hallways are clean, the classrooms are ready, and you can feel the excitement building. Even though the official … more

By Superintendent Jeff Koenig | 8/13/25

New teachers this year at Stanley-Boyd include (front row, from left) are Sarah Dingeldein, SLP; Hillary Heim, middle school special education; Nicole Soderberg, high school math; Kristi Springer, fourth grade; (back row) Alyssa Dorsey, elementary and middle school interventionist; Willem Clifford , high school science; Stephanie Forster, middle and high school special education; Brooklyn Anderson, 4K teacher; Kayla Bremmer, elementary art; Grace Horn, family and consumer science; Sydnie Danielson, first grade; and Jeremy Hanson as Success Coordinator and AD.

New teachers and paraprofessionals at Stanley-Boyd!

8/13/25

A “Closed Session” sign sits outside the meeting area as Stanley City Council members deliberate in the background during a confidential personnel discussion at the August 4 meeting.

Stanley Council Approves Bids, Purchases, and Holds Unusual Closed Session

At its August 4 meeting, the Stanley City Council approved a line striping bid from CCM Line Painting for $3,728 to complete parking stall markings. The only other bid came from Fahrner Asphalt … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/13/25

Newspaper staff enjoys free corn at last year’s Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance.

Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance August 15

The Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance is coming to Murray Street on Friday, August 15, along with Boyd area thrift sales. Sponsored by the Boyd Area Chamber of Commerce, this year’s Corn Feed and … more

By Joseph Back | 8/13/25

140 years of Our Savior’s Lutheran

Above, Our Savior’s Lutheran celebrated 140 years as a church congregation Sunday, August 10, with church tours held on Saturday, August 9. The congregation held two services on Sunday with a … more

Photo by Joseph Back. | 8/13/25

This eco-friendly bench, donated by the Stanley Lions Club, is up for auction with a special dedication plaque—your chance to leave a lasting tribute at Echo’s Playground!

Leave a legacy at Echo’s Playground: bench auction now open

The Stanley Community Association (SCA) is excited to offer residents a meaningful way to leave their mark at Echo’s Playground, Stanley’s upcoming dog park. A special bench, donated by … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/13/25

A group of young players enjoy the annual kickball game at the tee-ball field, a favorite tradition before the awards ceremony gets underway

Boyd Little League wraps up 2025 season

The Boyd Little League and T-Ball program capped off another memorable season with a fun-filled end-of-year dinner, bringing together players and their families for an evening of great food, awards, … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/13/25

Megan (left) and John Junker, owners of Martino’s Restaurante, stand in front of their Onyx Oven pizza trailer during The Market at Broadway on August 7. The couple debuted their new specialty flavor—Hot Honey & Italian Sausage—which quickly became a crowd favorite.

Coffee & Commerce Returns: A fresh brew of community and new beginnings at Martino’s Restaurante

After a brief pause, the Stanley Chamber of Commerce’s Coffee & Commerce series made a warmly welcomed return this month, hosted fittingly by a local favorite-Martino’s Restaurante. … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/13/25

Dan Masterpole from the Chippewa Moraine Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance was on hand to discuss the Ice Age Trail at the Otter Lake Booster Club Charcoal Chicken Dinner on July 20. The group plans to attend the September town board meeting for Colburn.

Ice Age Trail promoters to visit Colburn town board in September

The Chippewa Moraine Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance will be present at the September town board meeting, seeking to advance the Ice Age Trail. More specifically they seek passage across the … more

By Joseph Back | 8/13/25

Getting the best seats in the park — creative fans set up chairs on top of their camper at Lotz Park to catch all the action during this weekend’s Boyd Little League Tournament.

Boyd Little League Tournament brings a weekend of softball and community spirit

Lotz Park was the heart of the action this past Friday through Sunday as the Boyd Little League Tournament welcomed teams, families, and fans for a sunny weekend packed with youth teeball and … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/6/25

Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance August 15

Mark your calendars! The Boyd Corn Feed and Street Dance is coming to Murray Street on Friday, August 15. Sponsored by the Boyd Area Chamber of Commerce, this year’s Corn Feed and Street Dance … more

By Joseph Back | 8/6/25

Local residents were given an inside look at the new egg farm in Edson off County MM last week. The building measures approximately 50 feet by 580 feet and will house 20,000 brown hens. The barn includes roosting perches and doors to go outside on good weather days, as well as several biosecurity measures.

Edson egg farm now complete on County MM

Like to eat? If so, you might as well appreciate the farmers. To that end, local residents had a chance Thursday, July 31 to see the newest farm addition in Edson Thursday, July 31, a 20,000 brown … more

By Joseph Back | 8/6/25

Above, the home site as it appears today looking towards Copenhaver Avenue. Photo by Joseph Back obtained with permission. A farm silo amidst the trees remains the sole recognizable feature of human presence at Fernwold from the air today, shown in May. Photo by Joseph Back obtained with permission.

Reclaimed by nature off Copenhaver

It stands in a far off wood, not that far away, bearing silent witness to a fire and tragedy which took place some 90 years ago. What stands you ask? The ruin of Fernwold, farm and homestead of … more

By Joseph Back | 8/6/25

Former Stanley Fire Chief Korey Hagenson (left) receives a plaque from City Administrator Nicole Pilgrim (right) in recognition of his dedicated service to the Chippewa County Fire Chiefs Association.

Former Stanley Fire Chief Honored for Service to Fire Chiefs Association

Former Stanley Fire Chief Korey Hagenson was recently recognized for his dedicated service to the Chippewa County Fire Chiefs Association. Hagenson, who served as Stanley’s fire chief from 2019 … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/6/25

Three newborn elk calves explore their surroundings at Memorial Elk Park in Stanley’s Chapman Park. The calves, born this summer, bring the herd’s total to 14 and have been a lively addition to the longtime community attraction.

New calves bring life to Stanley’s Elk Herd

There’s something extra special about a visit to Stanley’s Memorial Elk Park this summer—three new elk calves have joined the herd, bringing fresh energy and excitement to this … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/6/25

Above, Denise Madison and Sally Carlson site with a church display for Our Savior’s Lutheran at the Sunday, July 27 Stanley Lions Watermelon Fest in Chapman Park. The church will celebrate 140 years as a congregation this weekend.

Our Savior’s Lutheran to celebrate 140 years

Our Savior’s Lutheran is soon to celebrate a major milestone—140 years as a church congregation! Taking place Saturday, August 9 and Sunday, August 10 at 147 East Fourth Avenue, the 140 … more

By Joseph Back | 8/6/25

Swimmers enjoy a sunny afternoon at the Thorp Aquatic Center, making the most of the summer season.

Thorp Aquatic Center announces season’s end and Special Family Float Night

As summer winds down, the Thorp Aquatic Center has announced its final day of operation for the 2025 season will be Saturday, August 24. The pool’s schedule will be adjusted in the final days … more

By Danielle Boos | 8/6/25

School AP Test scores in at S-B

AP Test results are in for Stanley-Boyd, and they are good. Offered as an economical way to earn college credits, AP tests effectively allow students to test out of college classes if they get a high … more

By Joseph Back | 8/6/25