STEVENS POINT — Acting Sgt. Alex Beach was promoted to probationary sergeant on Nov. 6, celebrated by a roomful of current and former coworkers, family members, and friends at the Stevens Point Police ...

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STEVENS POINT — Stevens Point voters have approved a $975,000 annual referendum to bolster staffing at the city’s fire department. The tally is marked by 7,889 votes (56.7%) in favor and 6,023 votes ...

PORTAGE COUNTY — Prevail Bank has announced a Holiday Matching Funds Campaign to amplify the impact of community donations this season. From Nov. 12 through Dec. 6, each of the bank’s branches will ...

STEVENS POINT – The Stevens Point Fire Department is now accepting applications for its popular Explorer Post 242 program, offering young adults a unique opportunity to learn about firefighting and ...

As the holiday season approaches, Mission Coffee House invites patrons to preorder stocking stuffers, with 4-ounce bags of fresh roasted coffee available for $6 each, which includes a buy-one-get-one ...

PLOVER — Plover Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10262 is set to host several events honoring veterans this week, beginning with an All Veteran Remembrance Day on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the post, ...

STEVENS POINT – The Stevens Point Fire Department is now accepting applications for its popular Explorer Post 242 program, offering young adults a unique opportunity to learn about firefighting and ...

Fellow voters, I’m a lifelong Democrat and I’m voting for Republican Bob Pahmeier for State Assembly. Vinnie Miresse prides himself on being a voice that’s above the fray in Madison. He accuses his ...

PINE GROVE — A collision involving a car and a tractor on Interstate 39 southbound has blocked all lanes and led to significant traffic delays south of Stevens Point. The crash, which occurred at ...

STEVENS POINT — As winter approaches, the Stevens Point Area Public School District (SPAPSD) is reminding families and staff to review its updated procedures for school closures due to inclement ...