
Red Cross offering trip to Graceland as incentive for blood donation
By Patrick Lynn The Red Cross is offering an impressive grand prize for anyone who

Editor’s Note: No, the DNR did not publish this May press release
By Brandi Makuski It’s widely believed in the news industry that publicity expert Ivy Lee

WisDOT announces road closures for I-39 project
Metro Wire Staff Construction on I-39 is going to make for some messy driving later

Column: Portage Solar project shows need for competence, leadership in local government
By Dan Kontos Our government at all levels needs three components to operate properly. The

Column: ‘Fake news’ is only a concern if you support it
By Lisa Pett We have a serious news problem in this country. And before you

Point Brewery kicks off summer season with patio, party
Metro Wire Staff Point Brewery is kicking off the summer with a free block party.

Stevens Point police announce increased traffic enforcement with style
By Brandi Makuski Police Chief Bob Kussow said the SPPD has stepped up its traffic

Plover Fire Department releases ‘End of Year’ video clip
Metro Wire Staff The Plover Fire Department has released its “end of year” video, using

Challenger steps forward for race in 71st Assembly
By Brandi Makuski Portage Co. resident Robert Glisczinski has announced his candidacy for the 71st

SPASH announces new cheerleading coach
By Patrick Lynn On the heels of announcing several new coaches in recent weeks, SPASH