RUSSELL TORGERSON
Russell Clarence Torgerson, of Amery, WI was born in Amery to Clarence and Doris (Jeska) Torgerson on June 4, 1946. He died October 19, 2021, at the age of 75 years. Russ grew up in the Amery area and graduated from Turtle Lake High School. After high school he enlisted with the Army National Guard.…
Read MoreInmate Rips Phone Off Wall
On August 25, 2021, at approximately 8:55 p.m. a Barron County Jail officer was informed Terrence Shipp, 37, Rice Lake, was seen wrapping something around his neck. Officers spoke with Shipp who agreed to speak with Northwest Connections and was taken to booking. A determination could not be made regarding Shipp as he would not…
Read MoreHilltoppers Get Past Lakers In Penalty-Filled Playoff Game
It was a defensive battle last Friday night during Division 7 Level 1 football playoff action with the Lakers entertaining the Glenwood City Hilltoppers for the right to move on. Following a scoreless first half the Hilltoppers were able to capitalize an 8-play drive on their second possession in the third quarter. They also added…
Read MoreBarron County bison farm offers two gifts for one to bless children around the world
For Mary and Lee Graese, owners of Northstar Bison in Barron County, a surge in online ordering and in business overall means an opportunity to give even more to children in need around the world. Starting in 2018, the business committed to filling and donating one Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift for each sampler pack…
Read MoreA Look Back
10 YEARS AGO OCTOBER 27, 2011 The Turtle Lake Police Department, along with all other Barron County Law Enforcement agencies are partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration’s prescription drug take back event on Saturday, October 29, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Skinner Funeral Homes invite all those who have experienced the death of a…
Read MoreCorey James Yeske
Corey James Yeske, age 46, of Turtle Lake WI, passed away October 15, 2021, at Regions Hospital in St. Paul MN. Corey was born June 14, 1975, to Steven and Norma (LaFrenz) Yeske. On September 19, 2003, Corey married Jeanne (Olson) Nelson. For the last sixteen years Corey has enjoyed sharing his life with his…
Read MoreEsther Irene Moschkau
Esther Irene Moschkau, 98, of Almena, died October 14, 2021 at Pioneer Nursing Home in Prairie Farm, WI. She was born May 14, 1923 in Cavour, SD to William and Emillie (Koser) Zell. Esther was married in Julesburg, CO on October 5, 1943 to Gottlieb J. Koenig who preceded her in death on September 28,…
Read MoreOwner Ducks As Suspect Shoots From Stolen Vehicle During Chase
An arrest warrant has been issued for a 27-year old Barron man suspected in the theft of a vehicle and then shooting at the vehicle owner as he attempted to chase him down. Zakariye Dahir Ali is accused of attempted first degree reckless homicide, endangering safety by the reckless use of a firearm, operating a…
Read MoreTwo-Vehicle Crash Claims Life Of Clear Lake Woman
A two-vehicle accident claimed the life of a Clear Lake woman Friday, October 15. The Polk County Sheriff’s Department received a call at 7:00 a.m. regarding a two-vehicle crash on Cty. F near 50th Avenue in the Town of Black Brook, between Clear Lake and Amery. SEE COMPLETE STORY IN THE TIMES OR READ ONLINE…
Read MoreLakers Are Back-to-Back Conference Champs
Closing out the regular season with a 3-1 win over the Prairie Farm Panthers last Thursday night, October 14 at home, the Laker girls captured their second consecutive Central Lakeland Conference title, finishing 10-0, 28-3 overall, and earned a #1-seed for the playoffs and a first round bye. They will meet the winner of the…
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