24th Annual Durand Youth Fishing Contest

The 24th Annual Youth Fishing Contest comes to a close. Here, Ryann Raiche caught this Bluegill which captured first place for the 5-8 year olds. Ryann said she had a great time in the fishing...

Durand's 24th Annual Youth Fishing Contest is now happening

24th Annual Durand Youth Fishing Contest

24th Annual Durand Area Youth Fishing Contest Begins Early anglers caught on camera were the Jeff Davidson family (Maddie, Lillie and Conner) geared up and ready to fish. Good Luck to all of the kids...

Bauer Built celebrates 75 years in business

By Steve Carlson Editor On a warm and sun-shiny Wednesday, July 17th from 4pm until 10pm, Bauer Built, Inc. threw a 75th Anniversary party that was well attended by company employees, business...

The Durand Smokehouse recently earned two awards at the American Cured Meat Championships in Lexington, Kentucky. Above, from left to right in the front row, are Matt Juliet, Cabrina Grundseth, Mitch Auld, and Kay Sievwright. In the second row are Roy Elsenpeter, Ronda Elsenpeter, and Brenda Jiskra. Laura Berndt photo

The Durand Smokehouse earns two awards at national competition

By Laura Berndt The Durand Smokehouse recently attended the American Cured Meat Championships in Lexington, Kentucky. Although they were up against many strong competitors, the local business...

The Mark Cameron Band performs during the 2016 Blues on the Chippewa event, held in Durand’s Memorial Park. Laura Berndt file photo

10th annual Blues on the Chippewa is August 4-6

By Laura Berndt Each year, Blues fans and community members pay a visit to Durand’s Memorial Park for the annual Blues on the Chippewa music festival. This year marks the tenth year of the event....

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Charlotte Brunkow

Charlotte R. Brunkow, age 86, of Nelson,WI, died Sunday, August 23, 2015 at Mayo Clinic Health System - Eau Claire. She was born November 19, 1928 in LaCrosse, the daughter of Alvin and Emeline (...

Phyllis S. Nelson

Phyllis S. Nelson age 89 of Jordan, MN formerly of Menomonie, WI passed away Wednesday August 5, 2015 at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee, MN, with her family at her side. Phyllis was...

Search warrant results in drug related arrest

Ryan J. Weiss, of Durand, was arrested August 12 and charged with multiple drug-related offenses. Submitted Photo

According to a press release from the Durand Police Department, on August 12, 2015, the Durand Police Department executed a search warrant in the City of Durand at 826 East Washington Street. With...

Stockholm’s ‘famous’ Gelly’s Pub & Eatery under new ownership after 11 years

Wayne and Di Gelhar, left, have owned Gelly’s Pub & Eatery in Stockholm for 11 years. After deciding it was time to retire early in 2014, the Gelhars are handing the establishment over to local resident, and Historic Stockholm Hotel owner, Rebecca Pope (second from right). Pope has already expanded the hours, and has hired seasoned local cook, Ruth Luebker. Christina Lindstrom Photo

After 11 years of business, Wayne and Di Gelhar are stepping down as owners of Gelly’s Pub & Eatery in Stockholm. Early in 2014, the Gelhars decided it was time to retire, and listed the bright...

Womens Club fills back packs for kids in need

The Durand Womens Club, along with the 2015 Durand Royalty, filled 85 book bags for 35 families in the Durand and Pepin School District, and Assumption Catholic School, for students in Pre-K through 12th grade. Pictured are, from left: Marcia Weber, Mary Jane Brantner, Carol Van Dyke, Sue Hayden, Mary Kauffman, Jane Schauls, Jan Kartman, Val Eraquam, Taylor Schneider, Sharon Gingras, Danielle Eraquam, Desiree Stafford, and LouAnn Weissinger. Christina Lindstrom Photo

For the last 15 years, the Durand Womens Club has been helping kids in need by filling back packs with school supplies. The Club, along with the 2015 Durand Royalty, gathered at the Masonic...

Pierce County Sheriff's Office mourns loss of K9 'Viper'

On Friday, August 14, 2015 The Pierce County Sheriff’s Office K9 Viper died from complications related to a surgery that he had undergone on August 6, 2015. The Sheriff’s K9 ended his watch...

Whitesidewalls to end 2015 Music in the Park series

The Whitesidewalls will once again perform at the grand finale of the 2015 Music in the Park series on Wednesday, August 26, from 6-9 p.m. at Memorial Park in Durand. Submitted Photo

The 2015 Music in the Park series, hosted by DIG, will come to an end on Wednesday, August 26. The third and final event of the summer will also feature the Great Taste of Durand. Get prepared to...

America’s Farmers making a positive impact in Wisconsin

America’s Farmers Grow Communities will partner again with farmers to award more than $3.3 million to community nonprofits across the country. In Wisconsin, 56 organizations will receive donations...

Durand Rod & Gun Club celebrates 90 years, expands opportunities with outdoor event area

In its 90th year, the Durand Rod & Gun Club plays host to many events, including graduation parties, weddings, class reunions, trap shooting, John Harmon chicken dinners, and more. Hoping to expand hosting capabilities, the Club recently cleared the treeline to open up the view of the Chippewa River Valley, and added features to accomodate outdoor events. Christina Lindstrom Photos

The Durand Rod and Gun Club has been in existence for quite some time, but incorporation papers were filed in the spring of 1919. Originally called the River View Shooting Park, the Rod & Gun...

Pepin County reaches settlement with Greg Bechel Trucking, Excavating, LLC

In a settlement agreement, Pepin County received $480,334 for road maintenance and attorney fees in a lawsuit against frac sand mining operator Greg Bechel Trucking and Excavating, LLC. The Pepin...

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