Jodi Kummet Announces Candidacy For Barron County Sheriff

Current sheriff appointed last year seeks to be elected by voters in upcoming race.

Rep. Armstrong Votes To Exempt Tips, Overtime Pay

Bills would exempt up to $25,000 in tips and $12,500 in overtime premiums from state income tax.

Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - Jan. 15, 2026

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

Assembly Unanimously Passes Rep. Armstrong Housing Bill

'The need for housing cuts across party lines, and I’m thrilled AB 182 got unanimous support,' Representative Armstrong said.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Jan. 13, 2026

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Wisconsin Man Charged With Possession Of Illegal Sexual Materials Involving Children

Multi-Agency Investigation Led To Rice Lake Man’s Arrest; Jury Trial Scheduled.

Supplements Galore! Things To Consider Before Taking Supplements

By Tina Opelt, APNP, FNP-BC, Family Nurse Practitioner.

Tom Tiffany Talks Immigration, Health Care, And State Accountability On DrydenWire Live!

Congressman joins Ben Dryden for a wide-ranging discussion.

Rice Lake Elks Lodge #1441 Donates $550 Dollars To The Boys And Girls Club

A holiday celebration featuring the Grinch helped generate a $550 donation for the Boys and Girls Club’s Lincoln Club House.

Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - Jan. 8, 2026

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

Rice Lake Elks Lodge #1441 Donates 44,268 Pounds Of Potatoes To Combat Local Food Insecurities

Community partnerships help stretch a holiday food donation to hundreds of families in need.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Jan. 6, 2026

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

School Closings For Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026

Check the latest updates for schools in DrydenWire's coverage area.

Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - Jan. 1, 2026

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Dec 30, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Wisconsin Driver Faces Felony 7th OWI Charges After Erratic Late-Night Driving

Blood Testing Revealed Methamphetamine And Oxycodone.

DrydenWire Returns Refreshed, Recharged, And Ready For An Exciting New Year

After Surpassing 5 Million Page Views Again, DrydenWire Returns Refreshed for a Busy 2026.

A Christmas Message To The DrydenWire Community

The DrydenWire team will resume regular publishing on Monday, December 29.

Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - Dec. 24, 2025

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Dec 23, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Wisconsin 2020 Nearly Fatal Overdose Criminal Case Finally Concludes

Man Brought Back To Washburn County Court On Multiple Arrest Warrants.

Barron County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - Dec. 18, 2025

This week's criminal & traffic disposition, and warrant status reports for Barron County.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Dec 16, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Northwest Wisconsin Highway Construction Update - Dec. 12, 2025

Road construction project updates from WisDOT for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.