Republicans add last-minute school choice measures, mine-area restrictions; Shell Lake man mauled by bear, more state news

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A debate over the new state budget lasted only 15 minutes in the Assembly Tuesday, as majority Republicans spent most of their time behind closed doors adding some last-minute items. Also, a rural Shell Lake man was critically hurt when he was mauled by a black bear Monday night. Read on for the latest on budget negotiations, rancor over the federal Farm Bill and an admission by Capuchin Order leaders that at least 23 friars abused minors.

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Northern St. Croix County hammered by hail, rain

The warning sirens blew in New Richmond, but storm clouds stayed to the north and east Monday afternoon around 2 p.m.

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Jet ski operator injured in accident

A Minnesota man was seriously injured in a boating incident on East Balsam Lake on Sunday, June 16.

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Fairies swept away by 1899 cyclone

The local fairy population blossomed in the early years of New Richmond’s history. According to Mary Sather, local historian, the community’s first documented fairy settler was Mr. Pixie Paperjack, who arrived in town thanks to a strong northeast wind in the summer of 1857.

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Dear fairies: You are invited to New Richmond

A diverse group of local artists, 4-H members, parents and city officials are launching a new effort in community parks this week. A number of fairy houses have been constructed, decorated and placed in various locations.

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New Richmond officials rally to pick up litter

New Richmond Mayor Fred Horne and City Administrator Mike Darrow gathered at 6:45 a.m. Thursday at Jet’s Coffee Bistro downtown to begin a new weekly effort in the city.

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Foundation suggests building a legacy

What will New Richmond look like and be like in 50 years?

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Summer gets off to cold start; Mom suspected of trying to asphyxiate four kids; Woman accuses John Menard of extortion, demanding sex; more state news

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Most of Wisconsin was in the 40’s and 50’s this morning, but a couple spots in the north cooled down to the 30’s after a boisterous cold front went through. A $200,000 cash bond was set Monday for a northern Wisconsin woman suspected of trying to kill four of her six children by asphyxiation. A former business partner claims Eau Claire billionaire John Menard pressured her for sex and later retaliated by firing her husband. Plus more state news.

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Thunderstorms predicted for today; 700 state Guard members will lose 11 days of pay; Proposed budget goes to full Legislature; More state news

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More showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast for Wisconsin today as another cold front pushes through. About 700 Wisconsin National Guard members will lose 11 days of work and pay due to the federal budget sequester. Plus more briefs.

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Hayes sends a Father's Day message

Sgt. Sydney Hays, currently serving in Afghanistan, sends a long-distance Father's Day message to New Richmond.

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New Richmond native hired as intern

A small-town girl never forgets her roots. After graduating from New Richmond High School in 2011 and completing her first two years of college, Jenny Hudalla may be one of the first natives to join the ranks of the New Richmond News as a summer intern.

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Middle School students compete in Amazing Race

New Richmond seventh-graders took to the streets on Thursday, June 6, in the fourth annual New Richmond Amazing Race.

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• The Oranges
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New Richmond offers housing rehabilitation grants

The City of New Richmond has Community Development Block Grant funds available to assist low- to moderate-income persons with housing rehabilitation.

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Beuning honored for medical instruction

The 36th graduation ceremony of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Physician Assistant Program was conducted on May 17 of this year.

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CJ’s K-9 Retreat empowers dog owners

Craig Johnson graduated from National K9 School of Dog Trainers in Columbus, Ohio with a certified dog trainer degree. He used that degree to build a business and build a name for himself as one of the best to contact for extreme behavioral issues in dogs.

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Dog park voting goes well for local project

New Richmond is “barking” loud and clear for its planned local dog park.

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Panther Camp has a successful send off

St. Croix Central Elementary Students are expected to return to a refurbished school building in the fall, after successfully completing the year at "Panther Camp."

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Starr donates $267 to SCC Elementary

Students at Starr Elementary donated $267 to St. Croix Central Elementary School after an arson fire forced school officials to close the building and move the students to “Panther Camp” at Rolling Ridges Girl Scout Camp.

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Morel hunt leads to a fun fawn story

Last week my friend, Lee Mork, who lives nearby stopped over to catch up on current events. Lee hunts and fishes whenever he can find the time and also knows a lot about outdoor events and the timing to take advantage of them at their peak.

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Mike Schachtner's team victorious in Netherlands basketball championship

Mike Schachtner’s European basketball career reached a new height when his team in Leiden won the league championship in The Netherlands last month.

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Somerset's Jared Dettmann signs pro contract with Atlanta Braves

The Atlanta Braves wasted little time in signing Somerset’s Jared Dettmann to a professional baseball contract.

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Megan Plourde enjoys European pro volleyball experience

What does any college graduate do once they’ve received their diploma? They start looking for work.

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McKenzie Kelly helps UW-Oshkosh take second at track nationals

New Richmond’s McKenzie Kelly earned All-American honors as the UW-Oshkosh women’s track team nearly won the 10th NCAA national championship in the program’s history.

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Somerset's Dettmann drafted by Atlanta Braves

Somerset native Jared Dettmann has been drafted by the Atlanta Braves.

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