Each year while watching the St. Croix County Fair Open Class Quilt judging, the quilters present during judging are asked to ...

There is a swimming advisory at South Twin Lake because high levels of Fecal Coliform Bacteria have been found in water tests at the beach. The first tests were done ...

Area counties, including St. Croix and Polk, have long absorbed the high costs associated with the transporting of individuals long distances for treatment of mental health issues. Western Wisconsin ...

Winners and finalists will receive a certificate (suitable for framing), a window or door cling, and bragging rights for the next 12 months. The recommendations of the readers of the Free Press carry ...

At its June meeting, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Control reviewed and acted on several recommendations from Winter Coaches Advisory Committees regarding season ...

Lately, my friends have been picking up a new sport to enjoy some good old-fashioned quality time together. Golf has become a big part of my life recently, and I ...

Mail costs are going up July 13. Stamps for regular letters move from 73 to 78 cents, a 6.4% bump. Marketing or bulk mail is ...

The Amery School board bid farewell to Jeff Fern, welcomed a new elementary principal and heard updates on closing ...

A new member to the Amery City Council was sworn in during the July meeting.

Organizers of the Apple River Farm Tour hope that a mix of scenic drives, hands-on activities, and fresh local food will attract visitors to a dozen family farms in and ...

With the low bid of $1,174,000, V&S Construction Services, Inc., from Rice Lake, was awarded the bid to build a new grandstand at the Polk County Fairgrounds. The announcement was made at the Polk ...

Duane Riley has had a distinguished career working for the City of Amery and through his public service. Riley will now step ...