2026 Barron County Fair, Wednesday preview
RICE LAKE, Wis. (NWN) — The Barron County Fair opens today. This morning there is the junior small animal show at 10 a.m. This afternoon, the junior cat show at…
Energy saving, home cooling tips from Xcel Energy
MADISON, Wis. (NWN) — With heat index values topping 100 degrees this week for much of the region, Xcel Energy offers tips to residents to conserve energy and keep homes…
First detections of West Nile virus in Wisconsin this summer
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Department of Health Services is tracking the first detections of West Nile Virus this summer, both in non-human sources. Epidemiologist Rebecca Osborn says right now…
New national Marquette Poll looks at trust
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) — A new national Marquette Poll looks at trust. The poll found younger people less likely to trust others. “What we find is trust in other people…
AM NEWSCAST – Wednesday, July 15, 2026
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — Poor air quality alerts issued due to wildfire smoke blanketing the region; — It’s opening day at the Barron County Fair; — Energy-saving…
Steven Pool
Steven Pool, 68, of Rice Lake, passed away on July 9. The celebration of life for Steven Pool will be held at a later date.
Sedition Act becomes federal law
On this day in US history, one of the most egregious breaches of the US Constitution in history became a federal law when Congress passed the Sedition Act on July…
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Tuesday, July 14, 2026
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SPORTSCAST – Tuesday, July 14, 2026
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2026 Barron County Fair Tuesday preview
RICE LAKE, Wis. (NWN) — The Barron County Fair officially kicks off tomorrow, but events start today and families and kids are welcome to attend the early day. This morning…
Watch for signs of heat exhaustion during extreme heat
MINNEAPOLIS, Wis. (WRN) — Keep any eye on your neighbors during the extreme heat this week. Minnesota Department of Health Dr. Nick Lehnertz says some populations are more at risk…
Construction starts next week on Highway 63 between Cumberland and Turtle Lake
CUMBERLAND, Wis. (NWN) — Construction work on Highway 63 between Turtle Lake and Cumberland is set to start Monday, July 20. The highway will be resurfaced, guardrails and curbs will…