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Barron County sees a 10.4% increase in transfer reliance since 1970

In 2022, government transfers made up 24% of income in Barron County, a 10.4% rise from 13.6% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

By Northwoods Reporter | Aug 15, 2025

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Wisconsin Assembly Rep. Jacobson's bill establishing specialized court dockets passes Assembly and Senate

State Rep. Brent Jacobson's bill establishing specialized treatment and commercial court dockets wins approval in both Assembly and Senate.

By M. P. Medina | Aug 13, 2025

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Wisconsin Assembly Rep. Jacobson’s bill mandates revocation recommendations for parole violations passes Assembly and Senate

By M. P. Medina | Aug 13, 2025

State Rep. Brent Jacobson authored a bill requiring the Department of Corrections to recommend revoking supervision for those charged with crimes while on release, passing both chambers.

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Burnett County Schools: iForward welcomed most students in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Aug 12, 2025

For the 2024-25 school year, iForward experienced the biggest enrollment among Burnett County schools.

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Iron County GOP urges state control over wildfire management amid southern Utah fires

By Northwoods Reporter | Aug 12, 2025

The Iron County Republican Party has issued a statement supporting the Iron County Commissioners’ request for urgent federal intervention in response to ongoing wildfires in southern Utah.

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Sawyer County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Aug 9, 2025

Hayward High School stood out in Sawyer County with 522 students enrolled in the 2024-25 school year, according to a report from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Superior High School welcomed most students in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Aug 6, 2025

Superior High School stood out in Douglas County with 1,256 students enrolled in the 2024-25 school year, according to a report from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Ladysmith Elementary School welcomed most students in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Aug 3, 2025

For the 2024-25 school year, Ladysmith Elementary School experienced the biggest enrollment among Rusk County schools.

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363 students enrolled in Spooner Elementary School in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 31, 2025

For the 2024-25 school year, Spooner Elementary School experienced the biggest enrollment among Washburn County schools.

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FOIA request sent to Ashland County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Ashland County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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2022: How government transfer reliance in Polk County has changed since 1970

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 29, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 24.1% of income in Polk County. How does this compare to historical figures?

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How many students were enrolled in Washburn Elementary School in 2024-25 school year?

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 28, 2025

Washburn Elementary School stood out in Bayfield County with 285 students enrolled in the 2024-25 school year, according to a report from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Which Ashland County school had biggest enrollment in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 25, 2025

Lake Superior Elementary School stood out in Ashland County with 603 students enrolled in the 2024-25 school year, according to a report from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Polk County Education: Which school had most students enrolled in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 23, 2025

For the 2024-25 school year, Osceola High School experienced the biggest enrollment among Polk County schools.

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Which Barron County school had biggest enrollment in 2024-25 school year

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 19, 2025

Rice Lake High School stood out in Barron County with 674 students enrolled in the 2024-25 school year, according to a report from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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2022: How government transfer reliance in Bayfield County has changed since 1970

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 13, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 27.1% of income in Bayfield County, a 10% rise from 17.1% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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In 2022, Barron County ranks 30th among Wisconsin counties with 24% transfer dependency

By Northwoods Reporter | Jul 10, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 24% of income in Barron County—ranking it 30th most dependent among Wisconsin counties.

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Rep. Kreibich of Wisconsin Assembly authors bill changing fair aid requirements

By C. J. Clark | Jul 9, 2025

State Rep. Rob Kreibich, author of the bill in the Wisconsin Assembly, seeks to amend state aid rules for fair organizations.

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Rep. Jacobson authors bill in Wisconsin Assembly to expand child care assistant qualifications

By C. J. Clark | Jul 9, 2025

State Rep. Brent Jacobson authored a bill in the Wisconsin Assembly to allow younger assistant child care teachers with specific training.

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Rep. Tucker authors Wisconsin Assembly bill to expand child care capacity

By C. J. Clark | Jul 9, 2025

State Rep. Duke Tucker, author of the bill, proposes changes to child care regulations in the Wisconsin Assembly.