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First Democrats Enter Wis. Congressional Race

10/14/2019 10:52 AM

The first two Democrats have announced their candidacies to replace former Rep. Sean Duffy in Congress. Lawrence Dale and Tricia Zunker announced their candidacies for Northern Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District on Monday.

One year after the murder of her parents and her abduction, 13 year old Jayme Closs says she's feeling

Closs Feels "Stronger Every Day" One Year After Abduction

Wisconsin DNR: New Lead Contamination Rules Not Good Enough

Enbridge Offers to Settle Bad River's Pipeline Lawsuit

Engebretson Won't Run for Duffy's Seat

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Dave Anderson's Old Southern BBQ Closes Hayward Location

The original Hayward location of Old Southern BBQ has closed, but several other locations remain open. Old Southern BBQ is a new restaurant concept from "Famous Dave" Anderson.

The original Hayward location of Old Southern BBQ, which was always intended to be temporary, has closed.

Former Representative Sean Duffy and Wife Welcome Birth of 9th Child

Former Wisconsin Representative Sean Duffy announced on Facebook Tuesday morning that his 9th child was delivered successfully.

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Hayward Boy with Rare Muscular Dystrophy Granted Wish of Becoming a Police Officer

Five-year-old Nolan Bearheart of Hayward was granted the wish of being a police officer in the Sawyer County Sheriff's Department.

Fall Colorama Held at Pattison State Park

Park goers at Pattison State Park got to eat cobbler from Dutch ovens, and make fresh apple cider as part of the Fall Colorama.

Search Continues for Missing Man in Sawyer County

Erickson Orchards' Legacy in Bayfield

Erickson Orchards is a well-known orchard in Bayfield that's been around for over 100 years. The farm is run by Fred Erickson and his siblings.

Bayfield Community Preps for 58th Annual Apple Festival

Bayfield businesses and community members are prepping for the 58th annual Apple Festival that kicks off Friday. WDIO will be live Friday Oct. 4 from Erickson Orchards. Join us at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Businesses in Bayfield are prepping for the 58th annual Apple Festival.

Court: Driving Drunk on Riding Mower Same as a Vehicle

Operating a riding mower while drunk carries the same penalties as driving a car while intoxicated, a Wisconsin appeals court ruled Tuesday.

Evers to Move Date of Wisconsin's Special Congressional Vote

Gov. Tony Evers plans to change the date of the northern Wisconsin congressional special election after being alerted by the Department of Justice that the dates he set last week violated federal law. A new date has not yet been announced.

Admission to Amnicon Falls and other Wisconsin State Parks would be free for families of fourth-graders under a measure advancing at the state capitol.

Wis. Legislators: Waive Park Fees for 4th Graders' Families

Two Democrats Decide Not to Run for Congress

The ruffed grouse season in Wisconsin runs from mid-September through January 5.

Wisconsin's Ruffed Grouse Season Shortened

New Suicide Prevention Program Recommended in Wisconsin

Northern Wis. Authorities Seek Suspect after High-Speed Chase

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has announced a date for the special election to fill the 7th Congressional District vacancy created by the resignation of�Rep. Sean Duffy. �

Evers Announces Date for 7th Congressional District Special Election

Monday is Rep. Sean Duffy's last day in office.

Duffy's Last Day in Congress Shifts Focus to Campaign

Rep. Nick Milroy (D-South Range) is a sponsor of a bill to grant in-state UW tuition to American Indians nationwide.

Wisconsin Legislators Push In-State Tuition for Tribes

Spooner-Based National Guard Unit Deploying to Middle East

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has announced over 60 new assistant district attorney positions throughout Wisconsin, including increases�in several northwestern Wisconsin counties.�

Evers Announces New Prosecutor Positions in Northwestern Wisconsin

Evers Creates Task Force to Study Retirement Savings

Enbridge Line 5 Back in Service after Brief Shutdown

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Twin Ports Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day

The second Monday of October has been recognized as a federal holiday honoring Christopher Columbus for 85 years. The City of Superior has officially joined Duluth in the national movement to denounce Columbus Day and instead celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day.

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