SPORTSCAST – Wednesday, April 9, 2025
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Intoxicated driver arrested near school zone in Elk Mound
ELK MOUND, Wis. (WJMC) — A Menomonie man faces his fifth OWI charge after a traffic stop near a school zone in Elk Mound. Dunn County Sheriff Kevin Bygd said…
Wisconsin’s annual tornado drill scheduled for Thursday
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — It’s time for Wisconsin’s annual tornado drill. It’s Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week. The drill happens Thursday at 1:45 and 6:45 p.m. You’re encouraged to…
BBB warns of increase of fake computer support scams, including ones targeting Apple users
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — You need to be wary of popups or emails saying your computer is infected with a virus. Lisa Schiller with the Better Business Bureau says they’ve…
Ceska Opera House hosts spring variety show
HAUGEN, Wis. (WJMC) — This Friday in Haugen, ring in spring with some local entertainment. On Friday evening, the Ceska Opera House in Haugen will present its spring variety show.…
Chippewa Valley Bee Expo is April 12
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WJMC) — Learn about bee conservation and sustainability at a brand new expo in the region. The inaugural Chippewa Valley Bee Expo is set for Saturday, at…
AM NEWSCAST – Wednesday, April 9, 2025
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — A traffic stop near a school leads to a driver’s fifth OWI; — Two tornado drills scheduled for tomorrow; — Local talent showcased…
Joyce Zubrod
Joyce Zubrod, 90, of Hayward, passed away on April 1. Per her wishes, there are no services for Joyce Zubrod, but a private gathering will be held at a later…
Mae L’allier
Mae L’allier, 80, of Balsam Lake, passed away on April 6. The funeral service for Mae L’allier will be held at Williamson-White Funeral Home, in Amery, on Thursday at 6…
Suzette Thompson
Suzette Thompson, 58, of Dallas, passed away on February 28. She is survived by her husband, Joel Thompson; son, Bendsend Thompson; daughters, Danette VanDusseldorp, Brita Rust and Hanne Moyer; and…
Ralph Riedell
Ralph Riedell, 69, of Spooner, passed away on April 11. He is survived by his wife, Donna Riedell; children, Amy Pothen, Sean Riedell, Martha Scheff, Nick Riedell and Tyson Wickman;…
Donald Hanson
Donald Hanson, 78, of Barron, passed away on March 28. He is survived by his daughter, Karen Hanson; and sons, Ken Hanson, Donny Hanson and Larry Tripp. The funeral service…