Hager City man gets 25 years in prison for child sex assaultEditor’s note: This article may contain disturbing content not suitable for children and/or those who are survivors of sexual or domestic violence. Please take care when reading. A Hager City … Oct 28 26October 28, 2026Article at The Journal
Community brings Halloween festival dream to lifeELLSWORTH – The Haunted Fairgrounds Festival scheduled for 2-8 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Pierce County Fairgrounds, hosted by The Witch on West Warner, has grown bigger than the organizers ever thought … Oct 21 26October 21, 2026Article at The Journal
GALLERY: Spring Valley Homecoming 2026: From Coast to CoastSpring Valley High School held its Homecoming Pep Fest and Parade on Friday, Oct. 9. The pep fest featured fall sports team introductions, class skits, a rousing band performance, and more. Oct 15 26October 15, 2026Article at The Journal
Man crashes moped, arrested for 8th OWIBELDENVILLE – A River Falls man was arrested for his eighth OWI after crashing a moped at a local bar and trying to fight the bar owner. Floyd William Cook, 56, was ordered to pay $500 … Oct 14 26October 14, 2026Article at The Journal
Rally in RF demands end to data center tax exemptionRIVER FALLS – The ‘No Blank Checks for Big Tech’ rally in Veterans Park Wednesday, Sept. 23 demanded an end to Wisconsin’s state sales-and-use-tax exemption for qualified data centers and … Sep 30 26September 30, 2026Article at The Journal
58th annual Dam Days is this weekendSPRING VALLEY – The 58 th annual Spring Valley Dam Days takes place this weekend, Sept. 18-20, with a large slate of events that promises community camaraderie and hometown pride. This … Sep 16 26September 16, 2026Article at The Journal
DARE officer fired for falsifying timecardsThe reason behind the firing of the former Pierce County DARE officer Feb. 10, 2026 has been revealed. According to a public records request filed by “The Journal” June 23, former Pierce … Sep 16 26September 16, 2026Article at The Journal
Prescott passes ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone banPRESCOTT – The Prescott School Board unanimously approved a policy Aug. 19 banning the use of all personal communication devices (PCDs) bell-to-bell during the instructional school day, which goes … Aug 26 26August 26, 2026Article at The Journal
Elmwood submits water rate app to PSCELMWOOD – On July 28, the Village of Elmwood Municipal Water Utility submitted a conventional rate case application to the Public Service Commission to adjust the village’s water rates. This is … Aug 26 26August 26, 2026Article at The Journal
GALLERY: Never-ending fun at Elmwood UFO DaysSizzling temperatures didn't deter visitors from descending upon Elmwood for the annual UFO Days celebration July 23-26, 2026. Jul 29 26July 29, 2026Article at The Journal
UPDATE: Ellsworth police chief details 911 calls received resulting in school lockdownsEllsworth schools were placed on lockdown Friday morning following numerous 911 calls to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office indicating a potential school shooter at Ellsworth Elementary School. … Jan 30 26January 30, 2026Article at The Journal
Spring Valley Elementary earns high honor from DPISPRING VALLEY – Spring Valley Elementary is one of 98 schools statewide to earn Wisconsin Schools of Recognition honors for the 2023-24 school year from the Wisconsin Department of Public … Jun 25 25June 25, 2025Article at The Journal
From the editor's desk: A mouse in the houseThere’s nothing like a looming graduation party to be held at your home to light the fire for the “honey-do” list. Except I’m not nagging Hubby to do anything on the list; … Jun 18 25June 18, 2025Article at The Journal
From the editor's desk: When in doubt, be kindBeautiful things often sprout from the darkest of places. I’ve experienced this in my own life and it rings true in the River Falls community this week as well. When I read the criminal … Jun 04 25June 04, 2025Article at The Journal
First ever Earth Fest promotes sustainabilityBy Sarah Nigbor RIVER FALLS – “The Earth is what we all have in common.” Those are the words of environmental activist and American novelist Wendell Berry. And the Earth will be celebrated in a big way at the inaugural Earth Fest 2-5 p.m. Sunday,… Apr 20 22April 20, 2022Article at The Journal
EHS students will host Ukrainian dinnerFunds will go to charities on the front lines By Sarah Nigbor ELLSWORTH – Several people in the Ellsworth community have deep, personal connections to Ukraine, including an Ellsworth High School exchange student who doesn’t know if he’ll be able to… Apr 20 22April 20, 2022Article at The Journal
Spring is the time for promsBy Sarah Nigbor It might not feel like Spring, but that doesn’t mean it’s not here – event-wise, at least. Pierce County schools will be bedecked and bedazzled the next two weekends for junior proms. Grand marches are open to the public this year, so… Apr 20 22April 20, 2022Article at The Journal
Editor’s DeskFROM THE The good old days As we navigate the grieving process after losing my husband’s grandpa, I can’t help but be reminded of my own grandpa, Harlan Lundgren. He died in 2013 and not a day goes by that I don’t think of him. I have written about… Mar 02 22March 02, 2022Article at The Journal
Editor’s DeskFROM THE The notorious Beagador When I think of Valentine’s Day, I don’t think of roses, love notes or candy. I think of my beloved yet exasperating dog, Ramona. May she rest in peace, as she died one year ago, one week shy of her 14th birthday,… Feb 23 22February 23, 2022Article at The Journal
F&P recommends salary hikes for sheriff, clerk of courtIn order to keep Pierce County competitive with other counties, the Finance & Personnel Committee voted to forward the following salary recommendations for elected officials to the full county board for a vote. The salaries would be for Clerk of… Feb 16 22February 16, 2022Article at The Journal
