Flag Day’s origins start in Wisconsin
WAUBEKA, Wis. (AP) — Each June, Waubeka, venerates one of the nation’s more enduring symbols with a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans. Flag Day commemorates June 14,…
Bird flu testing required for some dairy cows
A new requirement is aimed at checking the spread of avian influenza in dairy cattle. Acting on a recommendation from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Wisconsin’s Department of Agriculture, Trade…
Wisconsin sees a record $25 billion in tourism spending in 2023
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Wisconsin has seen another record breaking year of tourism. Travel Wisconsin spokesperson Craig Trost says the state’s tourism attractions, hotels and other related businesses brought in…
AM NEWSCAST – Wednesday, June 12, 2024
This morning’s top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: — A manhunt in Eau Claire on Tuesday did not turn up a shooting suspect; — Enjoy a wine walk…
Albert Johnson
Albert Johnson, 79, of Cumberland, passed away on May 23. He is survived by his sons, Scott Johnson and Steve Johnson; daughter, Melissa Pinkerton; and brothers, Claire Johnson, Elmer, Martin,…
John Helbig
John Helbig, 81, of Comstock, passed away on June 10. He is survived by his wife, Ellen; sons, John Helbig and Robert Helbig; and sister, Jane Miller. The visitation for…
PM NEWSCAST – Tuesday, June 11, 2024
This afternoon’s top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: — Lifejackets helped save capsized kayakers on the Red Cedar River on Sunday; — Peacocks are roaming rural Dunn County;…
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Today’s funeral announcements.
SPORTSCAST – Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Today’s sportscast.
Kayakers rescued after capsizing below Mikana Dam; lifejackets credited
MIKANA, Wis. (WJMC) — Lifejackets are credited with saving two kayakers on the Red Cedar River Sunday afternoon. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said two kayakers were clinging to a…