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Brooke Smasal won the VFW/Legion Raffle for the second year in a row, taking home $585. Shown above from left are Joe Kiebles, Bruce Wozniak, Brooke Smasal, and Ben Niedzwiecki.

Sometimes it’s prudent to postpone a day—and sometimes the weatherman is right! Delayed for rain to Sunday, July 6 with the exception of bucket raffles at 5 p.m. Saturday in the community … more

By Joseph Back | 7/10/25

Stanley-Boyd School Board members discuss a proposed more restrictive school phone use policy during their meeting on Monday evening. From left: Superintendent Jeff Koenig, Administrative Assistant Renee Mahal, and School Board members Lanse Carlson, Bob Geist, and Becky Peterson. No pictured are board members Ryan Lewallen, Denise Hoffstatter, Toni Seidl, and Chad Verbeten.

More restrictive school phone use policy gets first reading

Are you a student or parent of one at Stanley-Boyd? Listen up: changes are coming to the district’s policy on personal communication devices. Currently in the policy manual under number 5136 - … more

By Joseph Back | 7/9/25

Cassidy Kodl (right) stands with Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, who signed her official Wisconsin Blue Book during the Inauguration Ceremony marking her election as Lieutenant Governor.

Stanley-Boyd's Cassidy Kodl elected Lieutenant Governor at Badger Girls State

Soon to be Stanley-Boyd High School senior Cassidy Kodl was elected Lieutenant Governor at the American Legion Auxiliary Badger Girls State (ALABGS), a civics and leadership program held annually at … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/9/25

Tiffany and Van Orden vote for budget bill

Congress passed H.R. 1 last week, voting for it 51-50 in the Senate and 218-214 in the House. The budget reconciliation bill, known as “One Big Beautiful Bill” by its supporters and H.R. … more

By Joseph Back | 7/9/25

Tobacco Sales to Minors Rising in Chippewa County

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI – Recent tobacco compliance checks conducted by the Chippewa County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) reveal a concerning increase in tobacco and nicotine product sales to … more

7/9/25

50 years of Boyd Little League!

Now 50 years on and still going strong, Boyd Little League held its annual Family Fun Night Thursday, July 3. With concessions open at Lotz Park and tournament play starting at 6 p.m., attendees to … more

By Joseph Back | 7/9/25

New Farmers Market launches at Broadway Boutique Parking Lot

Stanley residents have a new reason to get outside and support local businesses this summer as Broadway Boutique announces the launch of a Farmers Market in their parking lot every other Thursday … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/9/25

Wastewater Operator Nick Martin guides Stanley City Council members through a tour of the wastewater treatment plant, explaining key components of the facility, answering their questions, and highlighting ongoing infrastructure needs. Above from left are Alderperson Mark Fitzsimmons, Alderperson Ben Wald, Wastewater Operator in Charge Nick Martin, Alderperson Jason Meyer, Alderperson Keith Samuelson, Aidan Henke, Mayor Mike Henke, Alderperson Terry Metzger, and City Administrator Nicole Pilgrim.

Stanley City Council tours key city facilities in special on-site meeting

In a hands-on approach to better understand the City of Stanley’s infrastructure and operational needs, the Stanley City Council held a special meeting on June 23rd—this time not at City … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/8/25

The Fourth Annual Independence Day Celebration is coming to Chapman Park on Saturday, July 5

Independence Day Celebration Saturday at Chapman

Twelve score and nine years ago, the Continental Congress of the United States drafted a Declaration of Independence at Philadelphia, started with an opening paragraph that inspired a nation, and the … more

By Joseph Back | 7/8/25

Chipsealing Broadway

Held off by rain on Monday, June 16, crews returned early Tuesday, June 17 to chipseal Broadway Street, as well as Fourth Avenue towards Chapman Park. At least one vehicle was towed on North Broadway … more

Photos by Joseph Back. | 7/7/25

Dusick updates school board on summer projects

School may be out, but the quest to maintain facilities is always in season. Speaking at the regular school board meeting June 23, Building and Grounds Supervisor Jamie Dusick updated the … more

By Joseph Back | 7/7/25

The Summer Theater participants at Stanley-Boyd.

Summer Theater at Stanley-Boyd June 27

Stanley-Boyd hosted Summer Theater Friday, June 27 in the elementary gym. Stanley-Boyd faculty members Louella Derrico and Kayleigh Steinmetz each worked with students for approximately two weeks to … more

By Joseph Back | 7/7/25

Maple Street reconstruction set to begin July 7

InterCon Construction of Waunakee, Wisconsin was on site earlier this spring to do gas line work in preparation for Maple Street reconstruction project. Road construction starts July 7. Photo by … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/7/25

Boyd gears up for Little League, Fireworks, and Family Fun on July 3

Get ready for an unforgettable night of hometown fun and fireworks as the Boyd Little League Family Fun Night returns on July 3rd, packed with games, good eats, and a sky-lit finale that’s sure … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/7/25

Above from left, Library Board member Jim Ericksen, Library Director Elizabeth Miniatt, and Library Board President Cathy Ryba form a welcoming committee to greet Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers at the June 25 groundbreaking for the D.R. Moon Memorial Library addition.

Groundbreaking Ceremony kicks off renovation and expansion of D.R. Moon Memorial Library

On June 25, a lively and emotional groundbreaking ceremony marked the beginning of a transformative renovation and expansion of the historic D.R. Moon Memorial Library. The event was attended by a … more

By Danielle Boos | 7/7/25

Members of the Stanley Fire Department participate in LUCAS device training with Ryan Kusilek from Stryker on June 30th at the Stanley Fire Station. The hands-on session focused on the use of the automated chest compression system to enhance emergency response and patient care. While all members can be trained on the device, only individuals with EMR or EMT certification are permitted to supervise its use during emergency situations. Back from left: Ryan Kusilek, Tyler Hills, Hunter Brandt, Jeff Ryba, Chief Ron Patten, and Travis Alger Front from left: Timothy Zimmerman, Jody Halterman, and Heather Junker

Training to save lives

Photo: stanleyfdstryker.jpg Stanley Fire Department members practice using the LUCAS device on fellow firefighter Travis Alger during their Monday evening training. The session provided hands-on … more

Photos by Danielle Boos | 7/7/25

Heatstroke prevention: Tips every caregiver should know

Hot summer days have already claimed the lives of at least seven children this year in the United States due to heatstroke, often caused by being left unattended in cars. Aspirus Health strongly … more

6/26/25

At the Monday evening meeting, Mike Tomsyck (center) and his wife, Julie, shared their intention to donate all windows needed for the D.R. Moon Memorial Library Building Project.

Kolbe VP and wife pledge $175K window donation to Stanley Library building project

A major gift from Mike Tomsyck, Vice President of Transportation and Risk Management for Kolbe Windows and Doors, and his wife Julie will help shape the future of the D.R. Moon Memorial Library … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/25/25

Former Stanley Fire Chief Korey Hagenson (left) and City Administrator Nicole Pilgrim stand with the LUCAS Device, a life-saving tool for emergency responders, made possible through a $21,000 grant from the Gary Sinise Foundation that the two worked together to secure.

City of Stanley awarded grant for life-saving LUCAS device

The City of Stanley received a $21,000 grant on behalf of the Stanley Fire & EMS Departments to acquire a LUCAS device, a critical piece of life-saving equipment used during cardiac emergencies. … more

By Danielle Boos | 6/25/25

WNA:Thank legislators for supporting SB/194/AB190 and urge passage in State Assembly

The Wisconsin Newspaper Association is asking members to run this thank-you editorial that outlines what SB 194/AB190 bill does, naming the members of the State Senate Judiciary and Public Safety … more

6/25/25