Category Archives: Local News

Lan closure on Seippel Road in Dubuque
The southbound lane of Seippel Road will be closed between Chavenelle and Humke roads beginning at 7 a.m., Thursday, March 26, until 5 p.m. April 17. According to a city of Dubuque press release, the ...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 26, 2026

Cassville Car Ferry opening in May
The Cassville Car Ferry is set to open its season in May. The ferry's opening day is scheduled for May 1. The ferry spent time over the winter stationed in Lansing, Iowa, where it brought people acros...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 26, 2026

Supreme Court debate postponed
The Wisconsin Supreme Court debate that was slated for Wednesday has been postponed due to a candidate diagnosed with kidney stones. Judge Chris Taylor and Judge Maria Lazar were scheduled to debate i...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 26, 2026

UW Systems launch free AI skills program
The University of Wisconsin System announced the launch of a new educational initiative designed to help Wisconsin residents better understand artificial intelligence and its growing role in daily lif...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 24, 2026

AG Bird suing Massachusetts over pork bans
Attorney General Brenna Bird is leading 24 states in a brief asking the United States Supreme Court to rule that Massachusetts's pork ban is unconstitutional. Massachusetts's "Question 3" pork ban pre...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 24, 2026

Merrimac Ferry open for the season
Southern Wisconsin's favorite shortcut is back open. The Merrimac Ferry resumed operations Tuesday, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation said. The ferry runs for free 24 hours a day, 7 days a we...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 24, 2026
Daughter of Wisconsin Senator charged for stealing from campaign
The daughter of Wisconsin State Sen. Jesse James of Altoona was formally charged Monday with stealing more than $32,000 from his campaign account while serving as his treasurer. 30-year-old Elizabeth ...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 24, 2026

No injuries from two-vehicle crash in Blanchardville
No injuries were reported following a two-vehicle crash in Lafayette County. Monday afternoon, a Lafayette County deputy responded to Locust ST in Blanchardville for a two-vehicle accident. 52-year-ol...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 24, 2026

Community First Bank announces leadership transitions
Community First Bank announced part of their long-term leadership succession plan. The Board of Directors has approved the transition of Dan Klahn from the dual role of President & Chief Executive...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 24, 2026

Two Wisconsin timber businesses receive federal loans for expansions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development's Rural Business Cooperative Service Administrator announced $140.2 million across nine states through the Timber Production and Expansion Guarante...
Courtney Chaffee Mar 24, 2026





