DNR Urges Public Caution Amidst Rising Fire Danger in Wisconsin
CECIL, WI- Persistent fire hazards remain a pressing issue throughout Wisconsin, prompting the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to urge the public to avoid outdoor burning activities. Responding to over 35 wildfires within a single day, and witnessing additional incidents over the weekend, including a significant ...
Apr 15, 2024
Fire Engulfs Storage Units Outside Shawano; Investigation Underway
SHAWANO, WI- Authorities are currently probing the cause of a fire that ignited at storage facilities located just beyond Shawano city limits. Responding to a call, the Shawano County Sheriff's Office dispatched personnel to N4844 Waukechon Street in the town of Waukechon shortly before 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Upon arriva...
Apr 10, 2024
AUDIO: Bonduel 117 Project Update
AUDIO: Bonduel 117 Project Update This community update on the Bonduel 117 Project Update is presented by Bonduel State Bank and The Mill-Bonduel. News Director, Brad Williams, has more here. Click audio below.
Apr 05, 2024
Emergency Shelter Established at Shawano Middle School Amid County-wide Power Outages
SHAWANO, WI- In response to widespread power outages affecting numerous areas throughout Shawano County, a shelter has been established at Shawano Middle School to accommodate residents in need of warmth and overnight accommodation. Due to the extensive power disruptions across the county, particularly in the City of S...
Apr 04, 2024
Shawano To Hold Listening Sessions After Failed Referendum
SHAWANO, WI- Following the failure of the $54.5 million referendum at the polls on Tuesday night, the Shawano School District is now contemplating its next steps. Superintendent Kurt Kirzan revealed that the process of initiating the referendum for the April ballot began over a year ago. Initially, there were aspiratio...
Apr 04, 2024
Delays and Closings for April 4th 2024
Schools Gillett--Closed Oconto Falls--Closed Pulaski--Closed St John Lutheran Church Pulaski-- No Evening Services
Apr 04, 2024
Power Outages Caused From Heavy Branches
SHAWANO, WI- Many residents were without power for a period of time on Tuesday. Shawano Municipal Utilities says it was due to tree branches falling on power lines. "It was very wide spread around the city and most parts of the city were impacted," said Bruce Gomm, SMU General Manager. "It was a pretty s...
Apr 04, 2024
Tober-Stienke Wins Board Seat, Replaces Her Dad
SHAWANO, WI- For 50 years, Arlyn Tober held a seat on the Shawano County Board, but now that seat will be held by his daughter. Lynn Tober Steinke won the District 19 election over Tyler Steenbock 221 to 174. "I follow in his footsteps and I am just very humbled that I am able to fill his seat." Tober Stienke...
Apr 03, 2024
Gretzinger Is Re-Elected In New District
SHAWANO, WI- The Shawano County Board will have some new faces this year, but also will see the results of some redistricting. Jeremy Gretzinger was re-elected to the Shawano County Board, but will now take over the seat held by Michael Stupecky in District 7. Gretzinger was the Supervisor for District 14 this last ter...
Apr 03, 2024
Shawano Referendum Fails; District Looks To Try Again
SHAWANO, WI- The Shawano School District will have to wait longer to have improvements to their school facilities after a 54.5 million dollar referendum failed by 75 votes on Tuesday. The referendum was defeated by a margin of 1,837 votes against to 1,762 in favor, reflecting a 48.9% approval rate. This outcome has pro...
Apr 03, 2024