Two Injured In UTV Accident
On Sunday, October 9, 2022, at 6:02 p.m., the Barron County Dispatch Center received a 911 call reporting a UTV crash that had occurred in the Village of Prairie Farm and the UTV operator was attempting to load an unconscious male back into a UTV but was stopped by citizens at the scene. SEE COMPLETE…
Read MoreGARY PICKNELL
Gary Picknell, age 79, of Barron, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 10, 2022 after a long battle with declining health. Gary was born to Walter and Dorothy (Hubbard) Picknell on February 25, 1943 in Barron. Gary was one of 8 children, Wayne, Lois, Harry, Robert, Barbara, LeRoy, and Marilyn. Gary attended school…
Read MoreTHOMAS TOMCZIK
Thomas P. Tomczik, 68, Marshfield, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at his home after a courageous battle with COPD and emphysema for 14 years. Tom was born on October 16, 1953 in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Clyde and LaVerne (Frink) Tomczik. He graduated from Turtle Lake High School. On May 12, 1982, he…
Read MoreJOHN E. LUDY
John E. Ludy, 94, of Cumberland, WI passed away October 10, 2022 at the Cumberland Hospital. John was born to Swiss immigrants Fred and Rosa Ludy in rural Turtle Lake in 1928, the youngest son of three children. As a young man he helped his father at the family cheese factory, along with his two…
Read MoreWolves Dominate In 54-0 Win Over Lakers
The Elmwood/Plum City Wolves, featuring the top running back in the conference, Trevor Asher, scored early and often last Friday evening, handing the Lakers a 54-0 Homecoming loss. The Wolves will close conference play next week with Spring Valley. EPC sits at 5-1, a game behind the Cardinals who are 6-0 in conference play this…
Read MoreYouth Hunter Successful
Carson Gullickson, 15-year old son of Renee and Ehric Gullickson, harvested this brute of an 11-pointer Saturday afternoon during the annual Wisconsin Youth Hunt. Carson took his trophy while hunting in Polk County. Additional successful youth hunters included in this week’s edition.
Read MoreA Look Back At The Times
10 YEARS AGO OCTOBER 11, 2012 Turtle Lake Public Librarian Adam Zens moderated a Meet the Candidate’s Forum for a full house of spectators on Friday, October 6th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Participating were the candidates for the 75th District of the Wisconsin State Assembly, Roger Rivard (incumbent) and Stephen Smith (challenger). Each candidate…
Read MoreNational Night Out
National Night Out attendees were treated to a surprise on-stage appearance by the one and only Chris Kroeze Tuesday night. Hundreds of people attended the event and were treated to food, drink, give-aways by local businesses, prize drawings, kids games and entertainment. The 2022 National Night Out was Turtle Lake Police Chief Al Gabe’s final…
Read MoreNew Princess And Brave Crowned
The new St. Croix Casino Princess and St. Croix Casino Brave have been chosen. Jazzmine Long, right, was crowned Princess and Cael Youngbear, left, was crowned Brave. Both will be representing the St. Croix Tribe at various powwows and other activities throughout the coming year. The Princess and Brave contest and coronation took place at…
Read MoreMARY L. OLSON
Mary Lou (Lulu) Olson, age 73, of Amery passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 28th, 2022 at Elim Lutheran Church in Range where she was a devoted member. She was born September 30th, 1948 to Victor and Beatrice Olson. Mary Lou was baptized and confirmed at Elim Lutheran Church and held many roles there…
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