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Editor’s note: This story was originally published on Sept. 13. By Brandi Makuski A public notification meeting has been scheduled to alert the community about the upcoming release

By Brandi Makuski The annual Guns N’ Hoses softball game has raised more than $250,000 for local veterans since 2014, and this year it’s making room for more

Metro Wire Staff The village of Plover is shutting down its popular water features for the year. The last day of the 2023 season at Lake Pacawa Splash

Metro Wire Staff Based on hazardous heat conditions expected this week, Portage Co. has announced the opening of cooling centers across the area. The National Weather Service has

Metro Wire Staff Extreme heat is forecast throughout Wisconsin this week, which could create conditions for pavement buckling. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is advising motorists to

By Dan Kontos I’ve often talked about the wonderful area that we are so fortunate enough to live in here in central Wisconsin. It’s so conversant and routine

Metro Wire Staff The Portage Co. Board is seeking applicants for a vacancy in District 3. The vacancy was created when former Supervisor Lionel Weaver resigned halfway through

By Brandi Makuski Local drug take-back events continue on the uptick seen in recent years of collecting leftover and expired over-the-counter and prescription medications. Now in its 22nd