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Loyal council moves forward with bank building rezoning
Posted on October 27, 2026 Posted on October 27, 2026 Loyal council moves forward with bank building rezoning At its last meeting Oct. 20, Loyal Common Council members discussed several issues, including rezoning a property from commercial to residential. Jason Dull owns the old BMO Harris Bank build...
Michael Perry returning to the Tack
Michael Perry grew up in New Auburn and has become a New York Times bestselling author. He and his band, the Long Beds, will visit the Tack Center in Spencer on Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. See lucilletackcenter.com for details. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Michael Perry grew up in New Auburn and has become a New York Times bestselling author. He and his band, the Long Beds, will visit the Tack Center in Spencer on Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. See lucilletackcenter.com for details.
One hundred years after the Second Continental Congress formally approved the wording of the Declaration of Independence
One hundred years after the Second Continental Congress formally approved the wording of the Declaration of Independence, the Town of Spencer was taking shape in rural central Wisconsin. The townsh...
Loyal, Granton school districts share staff for OT, technology education
Posted on September 29, 2026 Posted on September 29, 2026 Loyal, Granton school districts share staff for OT, technology education The Loyal School District is sharing staff with the Granton Area School District as local districts continue to look for ways to collaborate. At last week’s Loyal School Board meeting, the ...
LG gets shut out at Edgar
The Spencer High School band performed prior to the home football game played against Amherst on Sept. 25. The band also performed the national anthem prior to kickoff, showing off their musical talents. CHEYENNE THOMAS/STAFF PHOTOS The Spencer High School band performed prior to the home football game played against Amherst on Sept. 25. The band also performed the national anthem prior to kickoff, showing off their musical talents.
Ashlyn Guldan serving as SKG director
Ashlyn Guldan Ashlyn Guldan Spencer Kids Group (SKG) has a new person at the helm. Ashlyn Guldan started at SKG on Aug. 31 and is settling into her role as the after-school youth center’s director, replacing Diana Ventsel, ...
Malpass Brothers to bring oldfashioned country to the Tack
Above, l-r, Chris and Taylor Malpass love performing traditional honky-tonk and country music. They look forward to playing at the Tack Center in Spencer Oct. 3. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Above, l-r, Chris and Taylor Malpass love performing traditional honky-tonk and country music. They look forward to playing at the Tack Center in Spencer Oct. 3.
County board delays decision on 1897 jail demolition
The 1897 Clark County Jail has served as a landmark for Neillsville and Clark County for more than 125 years. The county board is considering tearing it down and making the area a parking lot due to the extensive renovations required to restore the building. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO The 1897 Clark County Jail has served as a landmark for Neillsville and Clark County for more than 125 years.
LG football suffers lopsided loss for homecoming
Above, young fans from the Loyal and Greenwood school districts endure the cold and the rain to cheer on the LG team during the team’s homecoming game Sept. 18. Below left, Carson Prein runs on a fake handoff play during the first half. Below right, Isaac Zabel makes it through the first line of Elk Mound’s defense and prepares to enter the second wave with his teammates offering support.
Fall, friendship, and some fascinating discoveries
Posted on September 22, 2026 Posted on September 22, 2026 Fall, friendship, and some fascinating discoveries Striking a Happy fall, everyone! Yesterday marked the autumnal equinox, in which the Sun was directly above the equator, placing both of Earth's hemispheres in equal alignment relative to the Sun’s ra...
LG defeats Abbotsford on home territory
Senior Jake Lindner runs the ball for LG during a play by the team in the first half. The quarterback was able to break away from the Abbotsford defense for a gain of several yards before he was brought to the ground. VALORIE LORENZI/STAFF PHOTO Senior Jake Lindner runs the ball for LG during a play by the team in the first half. The quarterback was able to break away from the Abbotsford defense for a gain of several yards before he was brought to the ground.
From the newsroom to a novel:
Posted on September 15, 2026 Posted on September 15, 2026 From the newsroom to a novel: Newspaper experience inspires Luchterhand’s latest book Ken Luchterhand Ken Luchterhand Ken Luchterhand knows a thing or two about having to meet a deadline, having worked for the TRG and other newspapers in years gone by. Drawing from those experiences, he has written “Lead Foot to...
Cultivating calm at Gigi’s
Garden property near Unity promotes relaxation through nature HOMEGROWN - Brad and Nikki Leary are shown at the Gigi's Farm and Orchard farm stand, offering you-pick flowers and herbs for teas. Other products offered include an all-natural bug spray infused with witch hazel, magnesium foot soaks, and a plantain salve for bug bites or wounds. Everything except for one tea comes from plants grown on the property.
Cultivating calm at Gigi’s. Garden property near Unity promotes relaxation through nature
Life in 21st-century America is marked by hustle and bustle and a world that turns as fast as a message can be sent. However, one local couple is trying to encourage a slower pace of life and prioriti...
LG football team forfeits game, placed on probation
The Loyal-Greenwood (LG) varsity football team used an ineligible player in its 41-7 win at Neillsville on Aug. 28. As a result, the team has forfeited the game and been placed on prob...
LG football team forfeits game, placed on probation
The Loyal-Greenwood (LG) varsity football team used an ineligible player in its 41-7 win at Neillsville on Aug. 28. As a result, the team has forfeited the game and been placed on probation by the ...
Local men bring 1976 bicentennial wagon back to life
Shown is the covered wagon restored by Larry Bowe and Bob Wesle. It made an appearance at this year’s Central Wisconsin State Fair. For more photos, please see pages 7 and 20. VALORIE LORENZI/STAFF PHOTO Shown is the covered wagon restored by Larry Bowe and Bob Wesle. It made an appearance at this year’s Central Wisconsin State Fair. For more photos, please see pages 7 and 20.
25 years later, we must never forget
Striking a Friday will mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, when al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked planes and crashed two into the World Trade Center towers and another into the Pentagon. We a...
Deb Schafer named Citizen of the Year
A well-known, friendly face to many throughout the community, Deb Schafer has been selected as this year ’s Spencer Citizen of the Year. Becky Gorst of the Spencer Area Chamber of Commerce announ...
Dedicated to service: Anderson Electric named Spencer Business of the Year
The Spencer Area Chamber of Commerce selected Anderson Electric as this year’s Business of the Year. Shown from left are Mark Anderson, Jesse Anderson, and Chamber representative Becky Gorst. VALORIE LORENZI/STAFF PHOTO The Spencer Area Chamber of Commerce selected Anderson Electric as this year’s Business of the Year. Shown from left are Mark Anderson, Jesse Anderson, and Chamber representative Becky Gorst.
Work, wages, and a little common sense
Posted on September 1, 2026 Posted on September 1, 2026 Work, wages, and a little common sense Striking a Greetings, everyone. I hope you are having a great week and enjoy your long weekend with Labor Day on Monday. Labor Day is a time to recognize the value of hard work. Although any job can bec...
Granton, Neillsville school districts look to collaborate
Posted on September 1, 2026 Posted on September 1, 2026 Granton, Neillsville school districts look to collaborate Music, technical education top priorities The Granton and Neillsville school districts have agreed to explore working together in a couple of subject areas. The two boards met together in Granton last Thursday to talk through potenti...
In the race for technology, who wins?
Striking a Technology entices us with promises of increased knowledge, greater sophistication, and the ability to choose our own destiny. But we always have to ask, at what cost? The cost is often not readily...
Spencer author continues love story in second novel
Mary Anne Arendt, who lives in the town of Spencer, will speak about her two fiction books at the Marathon County Public Library — Spencer Branch Sept. 1 at 10 a.m. VALORIE LORENZI/STAFF PHOTO Mary Anne Arendt, who lives in the town of Spencer, will speak about her two fiction books at the Marathon County Public Library — Spencer Branch Sept.
Loyal council approves Vibrant Spaces Grant application
Posted on August 25, 2026 Posted on August 25, 2026 Loyal council approves Vibrant Spaces Grant application The Loyal Common Council has approved applying for a Vibrant Spaces Grant that would be used to enhance the splash pad area and overall appeal of the West Side Park. Natalie Erpenbach of the ...
Rethinking the order of operations
Posted on August 18, 2026 Posted on August 18, 2026 Rethinking the order of operations Striking a Marriage and childbearing have recently come into the spotlight because of several well-known figures: • Second Lady Usha Vance and Vice President JD Vance welcomed a baby boy on July 19. H...
Back to the ballot
Greenwood, Loyal boards plan to hold advisory referendum The Greenwood and Loyal school boards will once again seek the public’s input on consolidation through an advisory referendum this fall. However, instead of a simple yes-or-no question like in Ap...
The good deals that didn’t last
Posted on August 11, 2026 Posted on August 11, 2026 The good deals that didn’t last Striking a Hello, everyone. I hope your week is going well. I wanted to start off this week with a little nostalgia – does anyone remember the Box Tops for Education program? It was brought to mind when I s...
Granton board settles on $400K referendum
The Granton Area School District Board has decided to ask voters to exceed the district’s state-imposed revenue cap by $400,000 per year for two years for non-recurring operational expenses. The ...
A few thoughts on fairs, finances, and floats
Striking a Hello, everyone. I took a week off from writing last week, but am back at it. Thanks for your understanding, and thanks for taking the time to read my column. There are lots of other ways you could...
Granton School Board eyes 2-year referendum, Neillsville partnership
The Granton School Board is strongly considering asking district taxpayers for funds in a November referendum, but seeking a lesser amount over a shorter time period than last April’s referendum ...
Granton School Board eyes 2-year referendum, Neillsville partnership
Posted on August 4, 2026 Granton School Board eyes 2-year referendum, Neillsville partnership The Granton School Board is strongly considering asking district taxpayers for funds in a November referendum, but seeking a lesser amount over a shorter time period than last April’s referendum whi...
Faith, music led Father Nathan to priesthood
Father Irudayanathan “Nathan” Thainase is shown at Christ the King Catholic Church in Spencer. As a priest, he enjoys meeting with people and worshipping God through music. VALORIE LORENZI/STAFF PHOTO Father Irudayanathan “Nathan” Thainase is shown at Christ the King Catholic Church in Spencer. As a priest, he enjoys meeting with people and worshipping God through music.
Celebrating 250 - Central Wisconsin News
Survey finds American pride tempered by uncertainty An American flag is proudly displayed at a Loyal home. Respondents in a recent TRG survey were the most united on their feelings of national pride, with two-thirds saying they felt a sense of pride and patriotism in their country. However, respondents were divided on their views of our current president and whether the country was headed in the right direction. VALORIE LORENZI/STAFF PHOTO An American flag is proudly displayed at a Loyal home.
November consolidation vote would be advisory, not binding
School officials modify process after legal review The Greenwood and Loyal school districts will not hold a binding consolidation referendum in November after school officials learned state law requires that any November vote be advisory. Citizens ...
Awareness, sweet treats, and a sci-fi adventure
Posted on July 21, 2026 Awareness, sweet treats, and a sci-fi adventure Striking a Greetings, everyone! Today, Wednesday, July 22, is National Fragile X Awareness Day. According to NationalToday.com, āFragile X syndrome is a genetic disorder that is the āmost common inh...
Greenwood graduate earns Wisconsin FFA Star Farmer award
One local student’s dedication to the beef industry and producing high-quality cattle has led to her receiving the state’s top student award in production agriculture. Liv Lucas, who live...
Curtiss quilt show to celebrate 250 years of America
Quilters Show - Members of the Curtiss Corners Quilt Club display several patriotic quilts that will be donated to the Never Forgotten Honor Flight organization to be given to veterans. The club regularly completes service projects, having made blankets for veterans, foster children and shelter pets, as well as donating gift cards to cancer patients. Club members’ handiwork will be on display at the club’s annual quilt show Aug. 1 in Curtiss.
Curtiss quilt show to celebrate 250 years of America
Quilting has a way of bringing people together through friendship and a shared hobby. Those ties will be celebrated at the upcoming Curtiss Corners Quilt Club show, which will also highlight the patri...
Keeping AI in its place
Striking a ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini … oh my! There are several language learning models (LLMs) out there, and the companies that made them are all racing to dominate the AI (artificial intelligence) world. H...
Curtiss quilt show to celebrate
250 Years of Stars, Stripes, and Stitches’ Club highlights commitment to community service ‘ Quilting has a way of bringing people together through friendship and a shared hobby. Those ties will be celebrated at the upcoming Curtiss Corners Quilt Club Show, which will also highli...
Loyal mother promotes disability awareness through swimwear
Serving his hometown Serving his hometown Many of the people we encounter every day are facing challenges that go unseen. Whether it’s a health condition, mental illness, or disability, various challenges can make everyday life more diff...
Loyal trap team celebrates successful season
Shown are members of the Loyal School District trap team (from front) Ben Kadolph, Blake Barlow, Travis Hendrickson, Jace Gadke, coach Heather Luchterhand, Ever Rueth, Parker Williams, Payton Rueth, (back) coach Riley Ashbeck, Sam Granger, Ryson Ashbeck, Landen Landini, Braxton Kauth, Mason Gilmore, Broden Kauth, Brock Witte, Mason Walter, and coach Doug Luchterhand. Missing are Ridge Duell, Jake Lindner, and Kelcy Jakobi.
Why homes may cost $1 million by 2050
Posted on July 7, 2026 Why homes may cost $1 million by 2050 Striking a I recently heard a shocking prediction about home prices that has caused many pundits to speculate about how we got here, and whether there is a way to course correct. The prediction was this...
Greenwood, Loyal boards remain divided on consolidation plan
The Loyal and Greenwood school boards continue to wrestle with determining the best path forward for consolidation and what plan they should present to the voters in November. As the boards met in ...
Happy 250th birthday, America!
Striking a On Saturday, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially adopted the Declaration of Independence, severing the 13 Amer...
Ready, set, color! Community invited to Loyal FFA Color Run
The Loyal FFA is trying a new event this summer to provide an opportunity for the community to get active. FFAmembers will host a 1-mile color run at Loyal’s West Side Park on July 11 at 6 p.m. T...
Celebrating 250 - Central Wisconsin News
FIDELITY: Union soldier with local ties honored Above, a soldier presents an American flag to Owen Van Ginkel, 6, the great-greatgreat-great-grandson of Civil War veteran Casper Zinthefer, at a ceremony June 20 in Bakerville. Owen is flanked by his grandfather, Ed Zinthefer, a retired first sergeant who served 23 years in the Army Reserves, and his younger brother, Levi. In the background is Charles Zinthefer, Owen’s great-grandfather.
County board passes ordinances regulating data centers, battery storage systems
Artificial intelligence continues to be a growing influence in today’s society, and with it comes the need to power these ever-expanding large language models. However, data centers and battery e...
Dairyland Rail Commission continues to advocate for Spencer-to-Medford rail line
Dairyland Rail Commission members gather around the table. The commission includes representatives from the various municipalities along the non-operational stretch of railway between Spencer and Medford, including the cities of Abbotsford and Colby, the Town of Colby, and villages of Dorchester, Spencer, and Unity. The Village of Stetsonville and City of Medford have opted not to participate as of yet. VALORIE LORENZI/STAFF PHOTO Dairyland Rail Commission members gather around the table.
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