Washburn County Brings Civil Action Against Hayward Man Regarding Land Contract Transactions

Court Orders $100/Day Fine Until Proper Documents Are Filed.

Northwood Tech Apprentices Win Gold And Silver Medals At National Carpentry Competition

“Apprenticeship is such a great way to learn, and we’re extremely proud of these students for representing our program at such a high level.”

Local Construction Updates - Apr. 4, 2022

This week’s updates from WisDOT on road construction projects for Barron, Burnett, Polk, Rusk, Sawyer, and Washburn counties.

'STRETCH YOUR DOLLAR! - With These Great Deals From Schmitz's Economart!

Check out this week's great deals going on now thru Sunday!

The Laker News! - Apr. 1, 2022

Parenting Corner by Heather Cox, Shell Lake Elementary Principal: "Emotional Contagion (aka parent self-care)."

Drug Investigation Results In Convictions For Two Spooner Men

Meth & Marijuana Discovered During Search Warrants Executed Following Controlled Buys.

Washburn County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - Mar. 31, 2022

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

Northwood Tech Earns Silver For The 2022-2023 Military Friendly Schools Award

“We’re proud of this recognition, but most importantly are proud to serve those who have contributed to all of us in their military service.”

School Closings & Delays - Wednesday, Mar. 30, 2022

The following schools have announced a closing or delay.

Second Year Of Construction On New US 53 Interchange In Trego Set To Begin

Work in 2022 includes realigning and rebuilding northbound US 53, building a new northbound US 53 bridge over Potato Creek and connecting US 53 to realigned US 63.

WATCH: Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy - Ep. 88

Ben's Uncle Al -- a retired police detective from the Chicago metro area -- was this week's guest!

Washburn County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Mar. 29, 2022

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

Spooner Teens Have A Great Showing At The National Powerlifting Championships

"Congratulations to all of these fine young individuals and their coaches for a job well done."

'WE'RE NOT FOOLING AROUND!' -- With These Great Deals!

Check out this week's great deals going on now thru Sunday!

Construction On US 63 Project In Spooner Starts Today

Project includes reconstructing and resurfacing 63, rebuilding intersection and converting 63 to a three-lane road, with one lane in each direction and center turn lane.

‘Dr. Thapar Is Absolutely Incredible!’

Dr. Thapar sees clinic patients in Altoona, Chippewa Falls, Rice Lake, and now Spooner.

The Laker News! - Mar. 25, 2022

Check out all the goings-on in this week’s Laker News from the Shell Lake School District!

Spooner Block Party Offering Early Bird Pricing This Month Only!

Warm weather means the return of summer festivals! Spooner Block Party is back and ready to rock on July 2nd.

Washburn County Disposition And Warrant Status Reports - Mar. 24, 2022

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

Shell Lake Area Nonprofit Hosts Flea Market

The Shell Lake Arts Center art camp opens its doors for the Trash and Treasure Sale March 25-26.

Campaign Trail Talk With Warren Tuttle

"I will be a Sheriff of the people. I will build stronger relationships not only with the citizens of Washburn County but also the partners we work closely with."

WATCH: Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy - Ep. 87

Ben Dryden and Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald were back for their latest Ben & Fitzy show episode!

Washburn County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - Mar. 22, 2022

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