9/11/2025

BAYFIELD COUNTY – The Bayfield County Sheriff’s office honors Corporal Richard “Dick” Parquette, who was shot and killed in the line of duty 29 years ago.  Parquette was honored at his memorial sites, where flags were lowered to half-staff, wreaths were placed and brushed away the dust that had gathered on his markers. 

9/10/2025

HAYWARD - Hayward Middle School went into a soft lockdown because of a student bringing a weapon to school yesterday. School staff were made aware of the weapon on campus and immediately contacted local law enforcement. Police officers responded quickly and, during their investigation, confirmed that a student was in possession of the weapon. The weapon was confiscated and is now with Law Enforcement. During this time, the students were placed in a soft lockdown for approximately 20 minutes. The individual was removed from campus and will face disciplinary action in accordance with school district policy. Due to legal obligation to maintain student confidentiality, the school will not release the name of the student. The school did not release information on what the weapon was.

9/10/2025

ASHLAND - Heavy rain early yesterday morning caused a sewer overflow at the 6th Avenue Lift Station in Ashland, releasing an estimated 192,000 gallons.  The spill began around 5:40 a.m. and was contained by city crews by 7 a.m., officials said.  Workers believe the overflow was caused by an equipment failure triggered by storms Monday night into Tuesday morning.  City officials said all necessary steps are being taken to minimize any public health risks and environmental impact. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources also are monitoring the situation.