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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E-PC cross country competes at WIAA Division 3 Sectional Championship Meet

Elmwood/Plum City cross country athlete Kassye Todd has earned an individual trip to State, after earning second place overall at the WIAA Division 3 Sectional Championship Meet, held in Durand on Saturday, October 22.

By Laura Berndt The Elmwood/Plum City (E-PC) cross country teams competed this past weekend at the WIAA Division 3 Sectional Championship Meet, held in Durand. There, several E-PC runners found...

Dr. Emily Andre joins Gentle Dental Care of Menomonie

By Laura Berndt This September, Dr. Emily (Auth) Andre began working with the staff at Gentle Dental Care of Menomonie. Andre said she’s looking forward to working with both her team and patients...

Alma-Pepin volleyball plays Independence and Melrose-Mindoro

Maci Luff prepares to spike the ball during a home game in Pepin. Laura Berndt photo

By Laura Berndt The Alma-Pepin Eagles volleyball team earned a win at home this week against Independence, and fell to Melrose-Mindoro last Thursday in Alma. First, Alma-Pepin defeated...

Rich family history surrounds Stockholm Sesquicentennial Farm

From left to right in front are sisters Fay Westberg, Joanne Earney, and Connie Anderson. In the second row are Blaine Westberg (Fay’s husband), Duane Earney (Joanne’s husband), and Charlie Anderson (Connie’s husband.) Laura Berndt photo

By Laura Berndt This summer, one local family was honored for having continuous ownership of their Wisconsin farm or home for 150 years. The Anderson farm, Anders Acres, was honored at the...

Durand Ambulance Service continues serving community

The Durand ambulance is pictured above in the ambulance bay, ready for the next run. Laura Berndt photo

By Laura Berndt For many years, the Durand Ambulance Service has responded to the needs of community members. Although the crew faces unique challenges, they still work tirelessly to ensure that...

Area students take part in Conservation Field Days

Students learn about farming and conservation during the 2016 Conservation Field Days, hosted by the R Green Acres, Inc., farm in Pepin. Laura Berndt photo

By Laura Berndt Last Tuesday, October 4, and Wednesday, October 5, area students enjoyed a trip to the R Green Acres, Inc. Farm in Pepin. There, students learned about farms, and topics related to...

Durand cross country hosts home invitational at Rolling Greens Golf Course

At the Durand Invitational, Riley Radle finished 13th with a time of 18:48. Laura Berndt photo

By Laura Berndt Once again, the Durand cross country teams found success at last week’s October 6 invitational. This time, however, the teams were able to show their skills on their home turf, at...

Plum City volleyball dominates Homecoming game against Glenwood City

The Blue Devils celebrate another point during last Thursday evening’s Homecoming win in Plum City. Laura Berndt photos

By Laura Berndt Last Thursday, September 29, the Plum City Blue Devils took on the Glenwood City Hilltoppers at Plum City High School and earned a Homecoming win. Earlier this year, the Plum City...

Alma-Pepin volleyball earns three wins

Brilyn Brecka spikes the ball during last Tuesday’s game against Augusta. Laura Berndt photo

By Laura Berndt The Alma-Pepin volleyball team has earned another three wins, and one loss, after a few busy weeks. First, the Lady Eagles faced Whitehall during an away game at Whitehall High...

Durand volleyball team loses two at home last week

Savannah Caturia (#9) watches as Natata Hurlburt (#20) sends the ball back over the net. Also pictured is Shae Baier (#4.) Laura Berndt photo

By Laura Berndt This past week, the Durand volleyball team lost two games at home. First, it was a battle of the Panthers, as the Durand Panthers welcomed the St. Croix Central Panthers to Durand...

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