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Political season in Wisconsin

2010-10-28T09:08:00.004-05:00

U.S. Senate Candidate Ron Johnson, an Oshkosh manufacturer and accountant, joined Representative John Murtha at a rally at Murtha’s business with supporters last Saturday. He is pictured above at right listening to local resident Hugh Lockerby, left. John Murtha is at center in the background. Johnson is running for the U.S. Senate seat held by Russ Feingold. Murtha is up for

Band second place in state competition

2010-10-20T14:37:00.002-05:00

Accepting the Best Precussion trophy on behalf of the Baldwin-Woodville Marching Blackhawks at the Wisconsin State Marching Band Championships Saturday were, left to right: Jacob Stoffel, Kristin Bauer, Maggie Gadbois and Leann Larson. The Baldwin-Woodville Marching Band’s performance at the Wisconsin State Music Association’s Marching Band Championships at UW-Whitewater Saturday afternoon was

Keefer selected to play in the Army All-American Bowl

2010-10-15T13:44:00.002-05:00

The selection of Baldwin-Woodville’s Jake Keefer to play in the nationally televised Army All-American Bowl in the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas on Saturday, January 11 was hardly a secret. The official announcement came Tuesday afternoon, October 5 at a rally-pep fest at Baldwin-Woodville High School attended by hundreds of cheering fellow students. Keefer, modest as always, thanked his

Jennings is a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist

2010-10-08T08:38:00.003-05:00

Ross Jennings, center, son of Kathryn and Tad Jennings, has been named a semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program [NMSP] by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation [NMSC]. He is pictured B-W High School Principal Eric Russell and his mother. Ross Jennings, son of Kathryn and Tad Jennings, has been named a semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program [NMSP] by the

Homecoming King and Queen crowned

2010-10-01T07:44:00.002-05:00

Jake Keefer was crowned as B-W Homecoming King and Megan Smith was crowned as Homecoming Queen under a tent at King Field where the Homecoming Dance was held Friday night.Dr. and Mrs. Price to retirePractice sold to Dr. James Purdy Dr. James Purdy, left, will be taking over the practice of Dr. Raymond Price in October. Dr. and Mrs. Price have announced they will be retiring from the dentistry

Fun day at Bailey Park

2010-09-24T07:54:00.002-05:00

Among the activities hosted by the Baldwin Woodville Chamber of Commerce at Bailey Park last Saturday were the bed races., pictured at left, represented by Mary Husby, center, Dave DeJong and Tim Myer (and Jay Monson and Gerard Bouchter, not pictured). Lester Halstead, left, acted as judge for the cookie eating/milking drink part of the competition. The award winners for the most entertaining

Proclamation read for Poet Laureate

2010-09-17T07:38:00.002-05:00

A large group of family and friends gathered at the Baldwin Village Board meeting last Wednesday night for the proclamation of Marie Bosman as the village’s “Poet Laureate.” After the proclamation was read by Village President Don McGee, Bosman read a poem she created for the occasion. As poet laureate she will celebrate living in Baldwin and commemorate special events with poems. The

B-W FFA receives awards

2010-09-10T08:03:00.002-05:00

The Baldwin-Woodville FFA Chapter as well as one of its members received awards at the Wisconsin FFA convention held in June in Madison at the Alliant Energy Center. Elizabeth DeVries, daughter of Wijbe and Gooitske Dijkstra received the Three Star Leader Award. The Three Star Leader Award recognizes a selected FFA member from a local chapter for being actively involved in chapter activities in

Nathan Franey Eagle project completed at Greenfield

2010-09-02T10:22:00.002-05:00

Those who helped build a fence for Nathan Franey’s Eagle Scout project include, in the front row: Nathan, Cody Eggen and Andy Ruzicka. In back is Mike Eggen. Others not in the picture include: Nathan’s dad David, who supplied the picture, Nathan’s cousin Andy Franey and his uncle Bill Franey. Nathan Franey has more than enough merit badges for Eagle Scout rank in the Boy Scouts of America. And

Woodville teen is St. Croix County’s fourth traffic fatality

2010-08-26T13:51:00.002-05:00

On Saturday, August 21 at 12:35 a.m., the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office responded to a one-vehicle crash on 220th St. about a quarter mile north of 55th Ave., in the Town of Baldwin. Alyssa E. Hagen, age 17, of Woodville, was traveling southbound on 220th St. in a 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix when she lost control, went onto the shoulder of the southbound lane and back on the road. The car then

Storm of epic proportions rolled through St. Croix and Pierce Counties

2010-08-18T15:05:00.002-05:00

The county highway department was busy repairing damage to the approach and shoulders of the bridge on Highway 63 at County Road N south of Baldwin on Wednesday morning. The crews had all three bridge washouts on Highway 63 repaired by late Wednesday. As many as 30 heifers belonging to Jon-De Farm and kept at the Mike Wiff place were swept downriver by flood water in the storm of August 17-18.

Jacobsons set to relinquish GM franchise

2010-08-12T12:18:00.003-05:00

Mary and Greg Jacobson of Jacobson, Inc. have decided to relinquish their Chevrolet franchise from General Motors but will continue offering near new vehicles, previously owned vehicles and service and body work. An ad in Saturday’s Bargain Bulletin and a letter to the editor in this issue of the Baldwin Bulletin announce that Jacobson, Inc. will relinquish their Chevrolet franchise starting in

Contour Plastics in Baldwin sold to Nolato Group

2010-08-06T07:54:00.001-05:00

Barry Grant, owner, President and CEO of Contour Plastics, with his wife Pam, company Controller. Contour Plastics was recenlty sold to Nolato Group of Torekov, Sweden. The Grants will remain in their management positions with Contour Plastics. On July 26th, the Nolato Group, based in Torekov, Sweden, announced the acquisition of Baldwin-based Contour Plastics. Contour’s president Barry Grant

Knapp House destroyed by fire

2010-07-20T16:29:00.003-05:00

The devastating fire that destroyed the Knapp House early Wednesday morning could have been worse, much worse. Two people on their way to work Wednesday morning stopped when they noticed smoke coming from the landmark Knapp structure and awoke owner Rick Bloomfield, who lives in the structure. The two people knew Bloomfield lived there and entered the building to wake him. Bloomfield escaped the

Crash closed west-bound I-94 Monday afternoon

2010-07-15T10:42:00.002-05:00

A five vehicle crash along a stretch of west-bound I-94 that was one-lane due to road construction resulted in closure of the stretch of interstate and re-routing traffic through Baldwin and on USH 12. According to emergency personnel on the scene, the crash happened near mile-post 17, just east of the Hammond/CTH T exit and involved five vehicles, including a semi-truck. One of the vehicles

A cool spot to hang out

2010-07-06T15:28:00.002-05:00

The Baldwin-Woodville swimming pool is a cool place to hang out this summer when the temperatures climb and the humidity makes it feel even hotter like it was on Monday of this week.Plans for replacing Main Street pavement in tentative stage Baldwin’s Main Street, east of USH 63, is in bad shape. It’s cracked, grooved, patched it’s rough and bumpy. Plans are being made to reconstruct the road in

Storm dropped up to five inches of rain on Baldwin

2010-06-23T11:21:00.005-05:00

The intersection of Newton Street and USH 6 was one area inundated by the heavy rainfall that took place Tuesday, June 15. Motorists had to carefully travel though the intersection where water was well over one foot deep. An afternoon storm that hovered over Baldwin for more than an hour on Tuesday, June 15 dropped various amounts of rain on the village that may have ranged up to five inches.

Kylee Kulow crowned new “Miss Baldwin”

2010-06-18T12:19:00.002-05:00

Pictured above is the new Court for the Miss Baldwin Royalty. Queen Kylee Kulow is seated, center, standing from left to right are Gabby Liston, 4th Princess and Miss Congeniality; Tiana Ferrick, 2nd Princess; Zyanya Arce, 3rd Princess; and Tori Klingler, 1st Princess.Good news, bad news at board meeting The good news is that Baldwin’s wastewater treatment plant is operating as efficiently as

Richard and Genny Range are Parade Marshals

2010-06-09T14:07:00.001-05:00

When you see Richard and Genny Range in Saturday’s June Bug Days parade, be sure to give them a vigorous wave. You see, after they told their children they were the Parade Marshals for this year’s parade, their children made them practice “wrist, wrist, elbow, elbow, pearls.” So you’ll be able to see if practice helps. Richard and Genny are not native Baldwinites. But they have made the village

June Bug Days June 10-13

2010-05-28T09:04:00.002-05:00

WOW! What a creation. The June Bug Jammer. Pictured is the new advertising vehicle of Baldwin June Bug Days. Now, before we get carried away - a little background information. Ronald Husby, in an effort to clean up around his property, spoke to Randy Myer about a camper he had on his property that he was looking to get rid of. Randy, in a fun sort of way, joked about it at last year’s wrap up

Schumacher elected president of EDC

2010-05-19T10:57:00.002-05:00

Patti Robertson received a memento from Tom Schumacher for her service as president of St. Croix EDC from May 2009 to May 2010. She also served on t he board of directors from 2004 – 2010. St. Croix Economic Development Corporation (EDC) held its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 11, 2010. Baldwin resident Tom Schumacher was elected to a one-year term as president. Schumacher is a business attorney

Spring beauty

2010-05-12T15:59:00.004-05:00

Despite the cool weather of late, the flowering crab trees around the village have been in full bloom, as well as the many early flowers and lilac bushes. The two trees pictured above can be found at Windmill Park.Syttende Mai in Woodville is May 13 - 15 The first celebration of the spring will be this Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Woodville for the annual Syttende Mai celebration. This year’

Liz Doornink named World Dairy Expo’s Dairy Woman of the Year

2010-05-06T11:03:00.002-05:00

Local dairy farmer Liz Doornink has been named the World Dairy Expo’s Dairy Woman of the Year Award for 2010. The actual award ceremony will be held September 29 at the 2010 World Dairy Expo Dinner with the Stars at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. Doornink was nominated for the award by a fellow producer. A nominating/voting group makes the final decision on the award based on what a

McNamara and Anderson crowned

2010-04-29T09:14:00.003-05:00

Riley Anderson and Brook McNamara were crowned as King and Queen at the B-W Junior Prom “Parisian Escape” held Saturday evening.Photo courtesy of Suzanne WynveenFormer BAMC physician’s license surrendered A physician who formerly practiced medicine at Baldwin Area Medical Center has surrendered his license to practice medicine and surgery in Wisconsin after he was discovered “impaired by alcohol

Fire destroys barn in Town of Hammond

2010-04-22T09:21:00.003-05:00

United Fire and Rescue was called to a barn fire at the Joni and Charles VanDusartz property in the Town of Hammond about 10:15 a.m. April 13. The barn was largely destroyed by the fire, which apparently was started by lightning. Some personal property was destroyed by the fire but there were no animals injured. The family has horses which were out to pasture and a calf was freed from a pen

B-W honor students announced

2010-04-15T07:49:00.003-05:00

There are 31 honor students in the class of 2010 at Baldwin-Woodville High School. They gathered for a picture Monday morning. In the front row, left to right, are: Jessica Johnson, Tanis Klingler, Morgan Benoy, Rebecca Warner and Samantha Wynveen. In the second row, from left, are: Heather Aune, Bethany Bonnstetter, Haili McCulloch, Sarah Wilhelm and Britta Kadrlik. In the third row, left to

Baldwin Greenhouse is awarded Petal of Honor Award of Excellence!

2010-04-09T07:46:00.002-05:00

Baldwin Greenhouse owners Rochell and James Karlson, flank James’ mother Chris. Baldwin Greenhouse was a recent winner of the Petal of Honor-Award of Excellence! Teleflora, the world’s leading flower wire service announced recently that Baldwin Greenhouse is one of the first shops to be awarded the Petal of Honor -Award of Excellence! Recently created by Teleflora, this program was designed to

Fire struck Stan and Sue Gausman’s home

2010-04-01T13:39:00.003-05:00

Although the home of Stan and Sue Gausman in the Town of Hammond, north of Baldwin along USH 63, is still standing, it remains to be seen whether it can be salvaged. Sue Gausman said on Monday of this week that the insurance adjuster hasn’t given a verdict whether the home is totalled, or not. The fire is still under investigation, Sue added, but it’s obvious that the fire started at the fuel

New piano donated to Christian Reformed Church

2010-03-25T09:49:00.003-05:00

In honor of the memory of her parents, who both had a love of music and were musicians at the Christian Reformed Church many years ago, Doris Bakker donated a Boston baby grand piano to the church. The piano was officially “dedicated to the Glory of God,” at the Sunday morning service March 21. According to Pastor Anson Veenstra, pictured above with Doris, both Doris’ parents, Elva and Arnold,

Behind the scenes at the Olympics

2010-03-18T13:53:00.005-05:00

Baldwin-Woodville graduate Matt Leaf, front row, far right, was among the IIHF Referee Superivors for women’s tournament at the Olympics in Vancouver. Matt Leaf, a1983 graduate of Baldwin-Woodville High School, has long had an interest in hockey. Progressing from a player in the Blackhawk Hockey Association, to a local USA Hockey referee to the Director of Officiating on USA Hockey, headquartered

Fusion repeat at WIAA girls state hockey champions

2010-03-10T11:47:00.007-06:00

Kalli Armagost is surrounded by teammates as she hoists the 2010 girls state championship trophy following the 5-2 win over Green Bay co-op last Saturday in Madison. It is the second consecutive state championship for the team made up off girls from Baldwin-Woodville, St. Croix Central, River Falls and Spring Valley. On Friday the Fusion beat University School co-op 2-0 in the seminfinal game. In

St. Croix EDC Banquet honors top businesses for 2009

2010-03-03T12:03:00.004-06:00

2009 Business of the Year winners from left to right include Brent Niccum, NCCM Company; Chetan Patel, SMC Ltd.; Larry Knegendorf, Baldwin Telecom, Inc.; and Ken Heiser, Associated Bank. On February 25, St. Croix EDC honored its 2009 business of the year winners during a banquet at the University Center, on the campus of UW-River Falls, River Falls. NCCM Company (River Falls, Emerging Business of

Chamber hosts annual awards banquet

2010-02-25T08:31:00.004-06:00

Fennern Jewelers was named Small Business of the Year at the Baldwin Woodville Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet Monday night. Pictured with the award are Nancy and Eric Fennern.Ashley Furrer receives the Girl Scout Medal of Honor for Life Saving Ashley is a 6 year old first grader at Greenfield Elementary. She is a Girl Scout in the Daisy Troop in Baldwin. On October 10, Ashley and

Kruizenga and Lebo are crowned at Snoball

2010-02-17T13:58:00.005-06:00

Blaise Kruizenga was crowned queen and Chris Lebo as king at the Snoball dance held at Baldwin-Woodville High School Friday evening following the boys basketball game with Durand.Tyler and Zac Weyer advance to sectional The Baldwin-Woodville wrestling team advanced two wrestlers out of the Frederic Regional last Saturday. Tyler Weyer, a freshman, finished in first place at 140 pounds and Zac

Liz Doornink receives national Ag Award

2010-02-11T14:34:00.005-06:00

Pictured from left to right are Liz’s parents Fred and Loraine Keller, Annaliese, Liz, Eva and Mikayla Doornink. Local dairy farmer Liz Doonink was recognized at the Ag Connect Expo held recently in Orlando, Florida. Doornink was named the Ag Woman of Year and received the award at the Ag Connect Expo held January 13-15 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. She received round trip

Sittlow takes command of USS Boise

2010-02-09T09:55:00.003-06:00

Cmdr. Paul S. Snodgrass (left) turns over command of the USS Boise to Cmdr. Brian L. Sittlow (right) during a change of command ceremony. Cmdr. Brian L. Sittlow relieved Cmdr. Paul S. Snodgrass as commanding officer of the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Boise (SSN 764) during a change of command ceremony Thursday, Janaury 21 at Naval Station Norfolk. Sittlow reports to Boise from Naval

United Fire rescues man from grain bin

2010-01-27T11:47:00.005-06:00

Two ladder trucks were used to help free Buddy Schumacher from a grain bin at the Schumacher farm in the Town of Rush River last Friday. Schumacher was trapped for more than four hours before being freed. Pictured supplied by Doug Henry After more than a four hour ordeal on Friday a man was pulled safely from a grain bin where he had become trapped in corn up to his armpits. Buddy Schumacher, of

St. Croix EDC Names Top Businesses for 2009

2010-01-20T16:35:00.003-06:00

Baldwin Telecom named Small Business of the Year Key personnel at Baldwin Telecom Inc. include, seated from left, Larry Knegendorf, General Manager, and Matt Sparks, Operations Manager; and standing Ruth Brenne, Office Manager, Steve Gossel, Accounting, and Duane Russett, Plant Manager. Patti Robertson, president of St. Croix Economic Development

Aaron Kusilek benefit will be January 24 at B-W HS

2010-01-13T13:33:00.004-06:00

Last summer and fall Baldwin-Woodville junior Aaron Kusilek suffered a number of ailments in his neck and left jaw. After a series of doctor visits he was finally diagnosed with a rare disorder mandible myxoma. The benign tumor from the disorder left Aaron with part of his left jaw and some of the roots of his teeth destroyed. On November 3 Aaron

First baby of 2010 born at Baldwin Area Medical Center

2010-01-06T14:07:00.003-06:00

Paiton Bowen, daughter of Marcus and Sarah Bowen of Baldwin, is the first baby born at Baldwin Area Medical Center in 2010. Paiton was born at 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Janaury 1. She weighed in at seven pounds, 3.3 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long. Dr. Klingler was the attending physican. Older brother Robert Gausmann, 7, will welcome Paiton home.

Items and cash collected for Food Pantry at B-WHS

2009-12-31T10:09:00.005-06:00

Maddie Otis was happy for the chance to “pie” Mr. Bassak, and shows determination in placing the pie squarely on his face. A total of $1,350 as well as 698 pounds of food and personal hygiene products were collected at B-W High School during the “Food Fight” competition among homerooms. The top collecting homeroom was Mr. Hush’s. Students in Mr. Hush’s class collected $463 and 30 pounds of food

National Honor Society members inducted at B-W

2009-12-22T15:16:00.004-06:00

New National Honor Society members were inducted at a ceremony recently at Baldwin-Woodville High School. The new members are pictured above. In the front row, left to right, are: Shauna Basques, Erin Booth, Marissa Braymen, Abby Gadbois and Ross Jennings. In the second row, from left, are: Brooke McNamara, Adam Newton, Ashley Robole, Jordan Johnson, Katie Wahlquist and Tanya LaFavor. In the

Bell ringers raise funds

2009-12-17T14:08:00.006-06:00

Ringing bells for the Salvation Army’s red kettle last week on Main Street in Baldwin were Baldwin Area Medical Center employees Barb LaVigne and Terry Rademaker.Two stores robbed on Main Street Two stores on Main Street in Baldwin were recent victims of robberies. PC Doctor was broken into some time during the night time hours on Monday, December 7. The person or persons involved used a brick to

Santa visits Baldwin

2009-12-10T09:56:00.004-06:00

Ashley Jones, daughter of Loretta Lindsey, was a bit shy but Santa made her smile during their visit on Sunday, December 6 at the Windmill in Baldwin. The event was sponsored by the Baldwin and Woodville Chamber of Commerce.Rick Walton killed in farm accident Well-known local farmer and entrepreneur Richard “Rick” Walton, Jr., age 50, was killed in a farm accident on Saturday evening, December 10

DNR purchases 155 acres adjoining Casey Lake State Wildlife area

2009-12-01T15:22:00.003-06:00

Left to right are Harvey Halvorsen, Mike Soergel, Brett Olson and Ryan Brathal, all with the Wildlife area at the DNR office in Baldwin, standing near the new signs at the 155 acre addition in public land next to Casey Lake State Wildlife Management Area. The state-owned area is available for public use for hunting, fishing, trapping, hiking and cross-country skiing. The Wisconsin Department of

Crash into Greenfield remains under investigation

2009-11-25T11:35:00.004-06:00

A Blue and White cab was crashed into a parked vehicle at Greenfield Elementary Tuesday night. Law enforcement has an individual in custody and another man is hospitalized at Regions Medical Center in St. Paul as a result of the incident. A crash of Minneapolis cab at Greenfield Elementary School took place Monday night, November 23. According to a press release from Baldwin Police Chief Jim

Rumpel and Bonnstetter are Heisman High School State Finalists

2009-11-19T09:15:00.006-06:00

Wendy’s has announced that two Baldwin-Woodville students are Heisman High School State Finalists for Wisconsin. According to a letter sent to them, both Bethany Bonnstetter and Edward Rumpel are State Finalists. The letter says that from November 19 through December 31 Wendy’s and Fox Spots Net will produce and air profiles of each finalist. The profiles will air statewide and be included in all

B-W FFA is recipient of National FFA Alumni Grant

2009-11-11T13:44:00.006-06:00

The five Baldwin-Woodville FFA members and their advisor, pictured above, left to right, are Tamika Branchaud, Liz DeVries, Taylor Hovde, Mrs. Kamm and Jordan Van Dien. Five Baldwin-Woodville FFA members and their advisor Mrs. Kamm were the recipients of a National FFA Alumni Grant in the amount of $1,000 which they received at the FFA 82nd National Convention that was held October 15-18 in

120 years of service by Newtons

2009-11-05T13:30:00.004-06:00

Three members of the Newton family of Baldwin have a combined total of 120 years of service on United Fire and Rescue Department and before that the Baldwin Fire Department. Verlyn Newton, at right above, has been a Fire Department member for 57 years. During his tenure he served as a captain for many years. He remains active with the Department. His sons Doug, left, and Gary, center, are also

“Clear Lake, WI” showing in Menomonie

2009-10-28T15:21:00.004-05:00

Dustin Booth, left, and Brian Ide, attended a question and answer session at Baldwin-Woodville High School for media classes last Friday. Booth was the executive producer and lead actor in Clear Lake, WI. Ide directed the movie and was the “featured dead guy.” Due to overwhelming response from audiences – gaining it the top weekend moving billing, the Midwest special screening of the feature

B-W Marching Blackhawks finished third in WSMA band championship

2009-10-21T15:40:00.003-05:00

The B-W band won the best percussion trophy in their class. Accepting the trophy from Tim Wurgler was Drum Major Mallory Precht. She is pictured with Maggie Gadbois, left, Kristin Bauer, behind Wurgler and Tori Liston, right. The Baldwin-Woodville Marching Blackhawks finished third with a score of 75.65 points in Class A in the Wisconsin School Music Association’s Marching Band Championships

Crash at intersection results in fatality

2009-10-21T15:32:00.004-05:00

A two vehicle collision at the intersection of 220th Avenue and 170th Avenue last Wednesday morning resulted in the death of Larry W. Scheel and serious injury to his passenger, John M. Bazille. On October 7 St. Croix County recorded its 12th traffic fatality of the year. At approximately 10:50 a.m. Larry W. Scheel, 65, of rural New Richmond, was traveling northbound on 220th St. in a 2000 Ford

Mabis and Larson are king and queen at homecoming

2009-10-21T15:20:00.008-05:00

Bailey Larson was crowned queen and Taylor Mabis king at homecoming festivities at Baldwin-Woodville High School on Friday night after B-W beat Ellsworth 22-14.Jessie Peterson leased the Wildwood Jessie Peterson has leased the Wildwood Bar and Grill from owners Mitch and LaVonne Johnson. The agreement is for one year to see how the business goes, said Peterson and “so far the bar and restaurant

Homecoming being celebrated at B-W

2009-10-08T11:52:00.003-05:00

The culmination of homecoming week at Baldwin-Woodville High School will be the crowning of new royalty on Friday night after the football game. B-W takes to the field against Ellsworth in the football game. Pictured above are the senior candidates for homecoming King and Queen, from left: Amy Jo Bakke and Taylor Mabis; Tana Mabis and Luke Vanasse; Rachel Paulson and Jon Willert; Bailey Larson

Labecki presents sportsmanship award

2009-10-08T11:50:00.001-05:00

Deputy Director Wade Labecki of the WIAA, third from left, returned to B-W for a presentation on Friday night. He presented the sportsmanship award from the WIAA to the Fusion girls hockey team that won the state title last winter. The Fusion is a co-op team with members predominantly from River Falls and B-W. Also pictured, from left, are JR Dachel, who occupies Labecki’s former place as Dean

Public flu forum held at B-W High School

2009-10-08T11:47:00.003-05:00

A forum on the H1N1 (also called “Swine”) flu titled “Prepare, don’t panic!” was held at Baldwin-Woodville High School Monday evening. Representatives from several local institutions were present to provide information about the plans being made to prepare for a possible large outbreak. The forum was organized by the Baldwin Public Library. Those present on the panel included, from left, Rebecca

Park View celebrates 50th anniversary Saturday

2009-10-08T11:44:00.003-05:00

Park View Community Campus, including Park View Home, will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with an open house on Saturday, September 12 from noon until 3:00 p.m. A presentation at 1:00 p.m. will honor some of those with the vision to found Park View as well as unveil plans for an expansion project. In the picture above, in front, from left, are: Janis Helgeson doing the nails of resident Lorraine

Baldwin-Woodville Chamber opens new office

2009-09-03T10:43:00.001-05:00

The Baldwin-Woodville Chamber of Commerce had a ribbon cutting Saturday morning August 29 to celebrate the opening of their new office space. Pictured above are (l to r): Cindy Rassbach, Chris Diegnau, Gail Diegnau, Donna Hayes, President Tracy Carlson, cutting the ribbon, Brian Bedford and Sonya Jansma. The office is located at 780 Main St., Suite 3, in Baldwin. Stop by and have a look

New staff at B-W introduced

2009-08-25T09:11:00.005-05:00

At the “All Staff” meeting held Monday morning at B-W High School, new staff for the 2009-10 school year were introduced. They are pictured above, front row, left to right: Kelly Bugni, Title I teacher; Nicole Kriener, elementary librarian; Darcy Rachow, H.S. speech/drama; Gail Weninger, kindergarten aide; Kelli Larson, Middle School guidance; Stephanie Klein, kindergarten teacher; JR Dachel,

Dachel assumes reins of Athletic Director/Transportation Director position

2009-08-12T15:51:00.004-05:00

JR Dachel said his new position as Baldwin-Woodville Athletic Director/Transportation Director/Dean of Student for the High School is going well. He took over the position from Wade Labecki who took a job with the WIAA as Deputy Director. Dachel, a Bloomer native, has been with the Baldwin-Woodville School District for the past seven years. He has taught technical education for seven years. In

John and Judy Newton are Hammond Parade Marshals

2009-08-12T15:46:00.003-05:00

John and Judy Newton have been living in Hammond since 1960 and since then they have been involved with many aspects of the community’s activities and development. This year they have been named the Marshals in the Hammond Heartland Days celebration Grand Parade on Sunday, August 9. The parade begins at 12:30. John Newton was raised on the Newton family farm south of what is now I-94. His

Dr. Price entering 40th year of dental practice in Baldwin

2009-07-22T14:33:00.002-05:00

In August, Dr. Raymond Price, DDS, will mark a milestone few dentists reach: he will begin his 40th year of dental practice. He started his practice in Baldwin in August 1969. Dr. Price graduated in the spring from dental school at the University of Nebraska, and just prior has passed his Wisconsin dental boards. One of his friends in dental school was married to a woman from Eau Claire and

Cheri Morton combines her passions at Pine Lake Pastures

2009-07-20T11:18:00.003-05:00

Cheri Morton leads a horse with Peyton, who has several disabilities and who is held by her daughter Hannah. Riding a horse has several benefits to children, including a calming effect and help with walking. Cheri Morton has passion. She has a passion for helping people. She has a passion for horses. And at her small ranch north of Baldwin—”Pine Lake Pastures”—she combines her passions in a way

Band first at Edgar parade

2009-07-08T15:10:00.002-05:00

The Baldwin-Woodville Marching Blackhawks placed first among marching bands in the Edgar parade held Sunday, June, 28. There were four other bands in the parade. In addition to winning the best overall band, the Blackhawks received awards for best percussion and best drum major. The Blackhawks have two parades left in the summer marching season. Their drill camp is August 3-7.Kind addressed full

Water leak fixed

2009-06-30T08:34:00.003-05:00

A water leak discovered about 2:00 a.m. Monday was found and fixed by mid-afternoon Monday by members of the Baldwin village crew with help from Joe Anderson of Anderson Excavating and the Village of Hammond. The leak revealed itself just a few feet north of the railroad tracks on Sixth Avenue, raising fears that a crack in the main under the tracks,

Ashley Lukes crowned Miss Baldwin

2009-06-18T14:54:00.004-05:00

Ashley Lukes, seated above, was crowned the new Miss Baldwin at the Miss Baldwin 2009-2010 Queen Pageant at the B-W Performing Arts Center Saturday evening during June Bug Days. Others named to the 2009-2010 court include First Princess and Miss Congeniality Emily Veenstra, right; Second Princess Megan Smith, left; Dakota Ramberg, center, Third Princess.Three students expelled from High School “

B-W Visual Arts Classic team advances seven individuals to State

2009-05-13T15:12:00.003-05:00

Pictured above in the front row from left to right are Erica Timmers, Karlyn Stuertevant and Rachelle Veenstra. In the back row are Drew Johnson, Shaunna Veenendall, Kylee Momchilovich, Alice Stone, Ashley Robole, Danielle Mundt and Chris Shakal. Missing from the picture are Sam Basques and Emalie Tison. The visuals arts classic regional was held at UW Stout. A total of ten teams from around the

Spring is lamb season

2009-04-23T15:34:00.003-05:00

Jacob and Leanne Terpstra are pictured bottle feeding some of the 43 lambs that were born at their farm south of Baldwin this spring. Of the 21 ewes at the Terpstra farm, 17 lambed, including three sets of quadruplets. The sheep at the Darryl and Julie Terpstra farm are a hobby that also produces some extra income, according to Darryl. The Terpstras have about 43 head of milk cows at the farm,

Phoenix Bar and Grill readied for May 1 opening

2009-04-16T14:28:00.006-05:00

Owners Quinn and Susie Johnson are pictured in the soon-to-open Phoenix Bar and Grill located in the Baldwin Plaza development at the southwest quadrant of the I-94/USH 63 interchange. Quinn Johnson said he grew up in the food business and “I miss it.” So he and his wife Susie are getting back into the restaurant business and hope to open the Phoenix Bar and Grill on May 1. “We called it the ‘

Forensic Talent Night April 14

2009-04-08T08:12:00.005-05:00

Pictured in the front row from left to right are John Wallesverd, Seth Kersten, Lindsay Hurtgen, Sam Basques, Jasmine Merz, Abby Gadbois and Danielle Mundt. In the second row are Emily Veenstra, Megan Smith, Rachel Hanson, Ross Jennings, alt., Tori Liston, Kathrin Hobrecht and Stephanie Larson. Row three: Phillip Hopkins, Forrester Smith, Jenny Rang, Elisa Folden, Jennifer Holle, Kya Grafenstein,

Tyler and Hauschild honored by SBA

2009-03-26T07:38:00.003-05:00

Mark Tyler, left, and Jim Hauschild were named 2009 Wisconsin Small Business Persons of the Year Honorable Mention award winners by the Wisconsin SBA. Craig Faust, President and CEO of HGI Company, LLC in Burlington has been named the Wisconsin Small Business Person of the Year for 2009 by the U.S. Small Business Administration. HGI Company is comprised of four operating divisions, Hi-Liter

B-W Class of 2009 honor students

2009-03-18T15:36:00.003-05:00

Honor students at Baldwin-Woodville High School in the class of 2009 have been announced and are pictured above. In the front row, from left to right, are: Derek Boldt, Valedictorian Alexander Buechter, Hunter Campbell, Jessica Curtis, William Doornink, Briana Fleming, Elisa Folden, Kya Grafenstein, Trevor Hadley, Ellen Hawley, Jordan Hampton and Jennifer Holle. In the third row are, from left:

Fusion bring home state title

2009-03-13T14:27:00.005-05:00

The St. Croix Valley Fusion gathered after Hailey Rock scored the winning goal in double overtime against Mosinee the WIAA state semifinal game on Friday. The Fusion went on to beat Fond du Lac 10-4 in the title game on Saturday to win the title and end the season with an undefeated record.The St. Croix Valley Fusion, a cooperative of Baldwin-Woodville, River Falls, St. Croix Central and Spring

Orchard Restaurant & Banquet facility taking shape

2009-02-24T17:00:00.003-06:00

Richard Pearson, owner of the Orchard Restaurant and Banquet Facility, stands before the huge fireplace at the former New Leaf Nursery, flanked by Dave Lunde, left, owner of Valley Custom Homes, Inc. which is doing the remodeling work at the facility, and Dave Johnson, the foreman/job supervisor. Richard Pearson, owner of the Orchard Restaurant & Banquet facility, says he wants to do the

Rachelle Veenstra named National Merit Scholarship Finalist

2009-02-19T16:22:00.006-06:00

Baldwin-Woodville High School senior Rachelle Veenstra, pictured above with her parents Sylvia and Anson, has advanced to finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Finalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships offered in 2009. As a finalist, Rachelle has been awarded a Certificate of Merit, presented by Baldwin-Woodville High School Principal Eric Russell. The

Wagner signs with University of Minnesota

2009-02-15T11:25:00.005-06:00

Baldwin-Woodville's standout senior runner Kayla Wagner signed to accept a scholarship to run for the University of Minnesota next year. While the scholarship is for track, Wagner will also be expected to run cross country in the fall. She is pictured above at the conference room at B-W High School with her mother Linda, brother Zac and father Mike. Also present for the signing were her cross

Greg Gossel getting attention in art world

2009-02-06T16:05:00.005-06:00

Baldwin-Woodville graduate Greg Gossel is pictured in front of one of his creations. Greg Gossel is taking part in an art show 'Worlds on Fire," an exhibition showcasing artist portraits of Grammy-nominated artists, which opened February 2, in Los Angeles. The show is presented by Will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas and curated by artist Kris Lewis and Justin Giarla of the Shooting Gallery. Gossel

Terry Stone recognized for 25 years of service

2009-01-27T14:45:00.005-06:00

Terry Stone's 25 years of service to the Baldwin-Woodville Wrestling Club was recognized prior to the B-W/Prescott wrestling match Thursday. He is pictured at right with members/officers of the Wrestling Club who presented the award, from left: Dave Smith, Anissa Peterson and Sheila Mikla.Ambulance chief disciplined by Village Board After a meeting held in open session, a letter written by the

Cold enuff for ya?

2009-01-20T15:30:00.004-06:00

Yeppers! It was cold. Not record setting cold, but we really haven't been used to such cold for the past few years, at least. According to Ron Phernetton of the Baldwin Water Department, the coldest temperature recorded at the Baldwin wastewater treatment plant was -32° on Friday morning, January 15. The morning before the low was a balmy -28°. Schools in the area, and the region, were called

Fundraiser for Vanessa Achterhof

2009-01-15T09:41:00.008-06:00

Friends and classmates of Vanessa Achterhof got together Saturdaymorning at the Hazelnut Tree in downtown Baldwin for a fundraiser.Vanessa, daughter of Bruce and Sharon Achterhof and a fourth grader at Greenfield Elementary had surgery just before Christmas to remove one of her kidneys which had a cancerous tumor attached to it. She is now undergoing chemotherapy.The friends of Vanessa made

First baby of 2009 born at BAMC

2009-01-06T08:50:00.016-06:00

Brystol Ryann Shearer, daughter of Rochelle and James Shearer ofHammond, was the first baby born at Baldwin Area Medical Center in 2009.Brystol was born Friday, January 2 at 8:12 p.m. She was six pounds, 15.5 oz. and 21 inches long. The attending physician was Dr. Stoeckeler. Brystol's parents were presented with a $50 savings bond by the Baldwin Area Medical Center Auxiliary. Brystol has two

Two long-time town officials to retire

2008-12-31T09:38:00.003-06:00

Ken Klanderman has decided that 55 years as Town of Baldwin Clerk is long enough. He will not be running for re-election in the spring election.A spokesperson at the Wisconsin Towns Association, located in Shawano, said there have been a few town officials that have served longer than 55 years, but they are few. The Towns Association does not keep longevity records, so it is unknown if Klanderman

4,800 pounds of vegetables harvested at area community garden

2008-11-12T12:26:00.002-06:00

Master Gardener Ellen Hurtgen and garden manager Carolyn Barretteweigh some the 4,800 pounds harvested from the St. Croix Community Garden,all of which is donated to the less fortunate in St. Croix and PierceCounties. St. Croix Community Garden Project co-managers Carolyn Barrette andDon Hall have reason to celebrate this week. They and over 60 volunteersgrew, harvested, and donated 4,800

St. Croix County Seniors top in Wisconsin State 4-H judging contest

2008-09-16T15:24:00.001-05:00

Pictured left to right are Bob Zwald, Jill Cowles, Jacob Kruschke, Tom Zwald, Chuck Kruschke and Kendra Mitchell.The St. Croix County Senior Dairy Judging Team took top honors at the State 4-H Senior Dairy Judging Contest at the Polk County Fair in St. Croix Falls on July 25. Senior contestants placed ten classes and delivered four sets of oral reasons. St. Croix County's team members and their

FCCLA and CO2 receive community service award

2008-09-16T15:22:00.001-05:00

Pictured are: Jordan Lorenz, Angela Schmoker, Zac Humphrey, Mark Serier and Caleb Larson. Not in the picture are: Sara Donahoe, Bailey Larson and Jon Willert.The Lions Club Foundation of Wisconsin awarded a first place plaque and a check for $500.00 to the Baldwin-Woodville High School FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) and independent student band "CO2" for their community

Veenstra is National Merit semifinalist

2008-09-16T15:15:00.000-05:00

Rachelle Jayne Veenstra, daughter of Anson and Sylvia Veenstra, has been honored in the National Merit Scholarship Program as a Semifinalist.About 1,600 high-scoring participants in each year's National Achievement Scholarship Program are designated Semifinalists. Semifinalists are the highest-scoring program participants in the states that constitute each region. Application materials are sent

I-94 crash early Sunday kills one

2008-09-16T15:14:00.000-05:00

The driver of an east-bound vehicle that crashed and rolled over early Sunday morning on I-94 in Hudson was ejected from the vehicle and killed, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol. The crash that killed the 25-year-old male driver from Minneapolis happened about 2:20 a.m. Sunday, September 14. A female 25-year-old passenger was also ejected from the vehicle and was severely injured. She

Board makes offer on industrial land

2008-09-16T15:10:00.000-05:00

The Baldwin Village Board put together the final touches on an offer for 160 acres of industrial land in the Alreich Properties/Baldwin Business Park development southeast of the USH 63/I-94 interchange during their regular monthly meeting last Wednesday, September 10. And according to Village President Don McGee, the terms offered by the village appeared to be agreeable to owner Jim Reich,

B-W schools having technical difficulties

2008-09-16T15:06:00.001-05:00

If parents have been sending e-mails to Viking Middle School and not getting a response, there's a reason. Similarly, for anyone trying to telephone the high school since last Friday and not getting through, there's a reason for that too. "Our server crashed the first day of in-service for teachers," Viking Principal Hank Dupuis informed school board members at Monday night's meeting, "and

Harvest Festival this Saturday

2008-08-19T10:14:00.002-05:00

Jim Daddies Harvest Festival will be held this Saturday on the east end of the 700 block of Main Street in Baldwin. The festival, sponsored by Jim Daddies BBQ Sauce and BBQ UniverCity, will be from noon until 6:00 p.m. rain or shine. It will feature the music of Howard Luedtke and Patchouli with a reunion of members from the Onyx/Second Wind/Bottom Line bands. The cost of admission is $10 (or

New flooring store in Baldwin

2008-08-19T10:12:00.002-05:00

Colleen Smith, picctured above, and her husband Dean own Baldwin Design & Full Specctrum Flooring, a new store at Baldwin Retail.Colleen Smith, who along with her husband Dean owns Baldwin Design & Full Spectrum Flooring, admits that the housing slow-down has probably affected their business. But she added that their store, at Baldwin Retail on Gracie Drive in the mall on the southwest quadrant

Serious crash sends two to hospital

2008-08-19T10:12:00.000-05:00

A t-bone crash between two vehicles at the intersection of CTHs BB and N southeast of Baldwin early Friday evening resulted in the occupants of the two vehicles being sent to the hospital, including one in critical condition. According to rescue workers on the scene, the occupant of one of the vehicles was taken to Baldwin Area Medical Center with critical injuries and then flown by air

Lowered speed limits approved; Main Street will be done by school start

2008-08-19T10:10:00.001-05:00

New speed limits for a road bordering Baldwin's southeast side were approved by the Baldwin Village Board at last Wednesday's regular monthly meeting. In addition, Village Engineer Mike Stoffel of Ayres Associates told Board members that the Main Street utility and repaving project is going well. When questioned whether the work will be finished by the start of school, Stoffel said "they should

Skydiver falls to his death

2008-08-12T10:08:00.000-05:00

A Chippewa Falls man fell to his death Friday, August 8 after his skydiving chute made "an abrupt turn" just prior to landing, according to the St. Croix County Sheriff's Department, and the man landed at a 45 degree angle. Todd Jacobson, 39, was skydiving at Skydive Twin Cities in the afternoon, just west of Baldwin on CTH J. According to the Sheriff's Department, "witnesses at the scene

Gold Finch Farm provides cut flowers to retailers

2008-08-12T10:03:00.003-05:00

If you make the commute between Baldwin and Woodville on Highway 12, you've probably noticed the transformation which has occurred at the former Francis and Ruby Dees farm.For the last four years Harold Wilkins and Bryan Gjevre have transformed the former dairy farm in a huge flower and shrub garden the partners grow to sell to retail floral shops, such as Hermes Floral, for floral arrangements."

Area residents invited to Open House at Contour Plastics

2008-08-12T10:01:00.001-05:00

Contour Plastics, Inc. invites members of the public to the expanded facility in Baldwin's Industrial Park on Friday The facility now contains 91,000 square feet of floor space.To celebrate the completion of a multi-million dollar addition to their manufacturing facility in Baldwin, Contour Plastics is hosting an open house on Friday, August 15 from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. The company is

Hayley Hawkins is "Miss Hammond"

2008-08-12T10:00:00.000-05:00

Hayley Hawkins was crowned "Miss Hammond" at the Hammond Heartland Days pageant last Thursday evening. Joining her on the Heartland Days court are princesses: Kelsey Criego, Tiffany Rogers and Kayla Forrest. Kelsey Criego was also chosen as Miss Congeniality.

Man dies after fall from bridge

2008-08-05T09:59:00.000-05:00

A Hudson man was killed Sunday night, August 3 when he either jumped or fell off a bridge onto westbound I-94 and then was hit by three vehicles. According to the Wisconsin State Patrol, Andreas Karl-Hubert Schoene, 34, of Hudson, fell or jumped from the 11th Street overpass. He was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy on Schoene's body is being conducted in an effort to determine whether

Two accidents near Woodville sent five to hospitals

2008-08-05T09:58:00.000-05:00

Two accidents near Woodville last week sent five people to hospitals, with one injured person suffering possible life threatening injuries. According to emergency personnel who responded to the accidents, one was a T-bone accident on USH 12 near 260th Street on Woodville's northeast side. One individual was unresponsive with possible life-threatening injuries and was transported to Regions

Paulette Anderson's organizational skills a benefit to Hammond

2008-08-05T09:56:00.001-05:00

Paulette Anderson admits she's good at organizing and that has proved beneficial to the Hammond area in several ways. Years ago she took a grant writing course at UW-River Falls and as part of the course applied for a grant for a fictional organization called the Hammond Arts Alliance. Her business is gardening, at one time operating Paulette's Gardens and now as a gardener for others, and her