New Recommendations For Local Health Departments

Local health departments will no longer be expected or required to follow up with every reported COVID-19 case.

Northwood Tech Instructor Places 3rd At National Convention

Julie Wadzinski entered and competed as a member of the Barron County Farm Bureau.

Aspen Institute Names Northwood Tech In Top Community Colleges Eligible For $1M Prize

Northwood Tech was previously listed in the top 150 U.S. Community Colleges eligible for the 2021 Aspen Award.

Armstrong Votes to Assist Restaurants, Protect Sporting Heritage

“Governor Evers’ response to the COVID pandemic has been disastrous for many business, perhaps especially restaurants” -- Rep. Armstrong

Plea Agreement Reached In Fatal Truck Vs Amish Buggy Crash

A plea agreement was reached in this case out of respect for the wishes of the victims’ family.

WATCH: 'Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy' - Ep. #78

DrydenWire.com founder Ben Dryden and Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald were back for their 78th episode of "Positive Tuesday w/ Ben & Fitzy."

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report

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

WATCH: 'Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy' - Ep. #77

Special Guest: Shell Lake Police Chief Dave Wilson!

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report

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

COVID-19 Cases On The Rise

'The number of positive cases skyrocketed to 464 in the past week from just 127 positive cases two weeks ago.'

Court Orders Life Sentence For Man Convicted Of Homicide In Fatal Shooting

Court orders Andrew Brunette to serve a Life Sentence for his conviction of 1st Degree Intentional Homicide.

COVID-19 Weekly Update: Jan. 7, 2022

This week's COVID-19 update for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.

Northwood Tech Offers Free Adult Basic Education Classes

Classes are flexible, free and available to those 18 years of age or older.

WATCH: ‘Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy’ - Ep. 76

Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald joined DrydenWire.com founder Ben Dryden today for their latest episode of “Positive Tuesday"

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report

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

Winter Storm On the Way Tuesday Night - Wednesday

Read the latest situation report from the NWS.

We’re Seeking A New Sponsor, Business Partnerships For Our ‘Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy’ Show!

“Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy - Presented By [‘________’]”

Weekly COVID-19 Update For Area Counties

This week's COVID-19 update for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.

Suspects In Custody Following Report Of Stabbing In Rice Lake

Juvenile suspects are in custody following a stabbing incident in Barron County

WATCH: Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy - Ep. #75

Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald joined DrydenWire.com founder Ben Dryden today for their latest episode of “Positive Tuesday"

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report

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

Winter Storm Continues

The latest situation report on the latest winter storm.

Live On Facebook Tuesday @8:30a: 'Positive Tuesday' W/ Ben & Fitzy!

The live show will air on DrydenWire's Facebook page on Tuesday morning at approximately 8:30a.