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The employees pictured have served the Hudson School District for 20 years in 2018: (from left) Molly Dado, Kimberly Larson, Craig Jilek, Linda Jacobs, Beth Gallagher, Julie Weinberg, Mary Gerzmehle, Bridget Schuett, Susan Kouba, Linda Wagner, Julie Solfest, Stacey Tiedemann, Lori Rossini and Sandra Burke. Sarah Nigbor / RiverTown Multimedia
A time to celebrate: Years of service and retirees
Hudson School District honored staff and retirees at its annual staff recognition banquet Monday, April 16 at Hudson House Grand Hotel. Those...
 community/people April 19, 2018 - 6:00am
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First-degree homicide charge filed against New Richmond man in son's shooting death
HUDSON, Wis. — Bail remained at $500,000 for a St. Croix County man accused of killing his 19-year-old son. The St. Croix County District...
 News/crime and courts April 17, 2018 - 4:33pm
The St. Croix Meadows dog track site has sat unused for years after the track closed. The property was sold to the Hudson Gateway development. File photo
Dog track sale finalized, new development coming
After months of anticipation, the sale was finalized on the old St. Croix Meadows dog track site. The land sat idle for decades, and will now...
 News/government and politics April 13, 2018 - 10:06am
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Construction to begin on loop trail, two trailheads
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northwest Region said in a news release the start of the final construction phase of the St. Croix Crossing Project in the Town of St. Joseph, St. Croix County will begin when weather permits.
News/government and politics April 18, 2018 - 12:00pm
Child dies after being run over in Polk County driveway
A Polk County toddler died Monday after being run over in a driveway. The Polk County Sheriff's Office said 1-year-old Arthur Flynn died at Regions...
 News/accidents April 17, 2018 - 4:30pm
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Superintendent Julie Galonska spoke to community members during a special event at the St. Croix River Visitor Center highlighting plans to celebrate the 50-anniversary of the riverway. Photo courtesy of National Park Service
Celebrating 50 years wild and scenic
ST. CROIX FALLS — The National Park Service and the St. Croix River Association are celebrating 50 years of the St. Croix National Scenic...
 sports/outdoors April 19, 2018 - 7:30am
Hannah Burns is shown in the fitness park she helped create by organizing and fundraising for its creation. Her work on the project has earned her a Prudential award. Photo courtesy Kim Burns.
Burns receives state Prudential recognition
Hannah Burns loves seeing people use the fitness park located near Hudson's Lakefront Park. Just installed in November, the park was Burns' special...
 community/people April 16, 2018 - 7:49am
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said he's considering challenging Gov. Scott Walker in November. File photo
Wisconsin roundup: Barrett mulls fourth run for governor; more state news stories
He has a lot of money in his campaign account and some doubts about the quality of the field of Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor....
 News/government and politics April 19, 2018 - 8:29am
Construction of the dog track began 25 years ago. The front page of the Star-Observer on Aug. 3, 1989, tells the story. The lack of “fanfare” refers to the fact that there was never an official groundbreaking ceremony. Attempts to schedule an event were made, hoping to also give opponents an opportunity to demonstrate their opposition. Opponents were unwilling to be involved and construction began without any publicity.
Construction of St. Croix Meadows dog track started 25 years ago
Construction of the St. Croix Meadows Dog Track began 25 years ago this week. The facility has been surrounded by controversy -- starting before...
 entertainment August 7, 2014 - 10:26am
Brandon Brown
Houlton raid turns up suspected pot, heroin, Narcan
A man on bond for a sexploitation case was arrested last week on suspicion of drug charges after authorities raided his Houlton-area home. Brandon...
 News/crime and courts January 10, 2018 - 2:02pm
CITY OF HUDSON: 5/7/18 Hearing -SSHD Inc. Rezone Request
Common Council, City of Hudson, Wisconsin NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given, that the Common Council of the City of Hudson, Wisconsin will conduct a public hearing on Monday, May 7, 2018, 7:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers, 505 Third Street, Hudson, Wisconsin...
 April 18, 2018 - 11:22pm
Human trafficking forum coming to Bethel
Human trafficking will be the focus of a forum at Bethel Lutheran Church on Monday, April 16. Originally set for a January date ahead of the...
 community/events April 11, 2018 - 6:49am
Authorities said this town of Richmond home was the scene of a homicide early Saturday, April 14. Jordan Willi / RiverTown Multimedia
District attorney: New Richmond man killed son, 19
St. Croix County authorities said one person is in custody following a suspicious death early Saturday in rural New Richmond. According to a...
 News/crime and courts April 16, 2018 - 3:21pm
Hudson Physicians welcomes Greg Barlow, PA-C
Hudson Physicians welcomes Greg Barlow, PA-C "As a long time member of this community, I am excited to start giving back." As a Physician Assistant, Gregs specialty is in Sport & Spine Medicine with emphasis in orthopedic injuries, concussions, neck & back pain, musculoskeletal ultrasound,...
 Business/announcements April 18, 2018 - 9:14pm
Runners at the start of the Operation HELP Les Berg 5K in 2016. This year’s event will be held May 23. Submitted photo
Registration open for Les Berg Run
The seventh annual Les Berg Memorial 5K Walk/Run will be held Wednesday, May 23 at 6 p.m. in Lakefront Park. This event, supporting Operation...
 community/events April 18, 2018 - 5:00am

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