Babcock News

Marshfield electric rates went up more than 10 percent Monday for residential customers upon approval last week of the Wisconsin Public Service Commission.

People interested in volunteering to help locate and count gray wolves and other forest carnivores in the coming year can learn how at a series of upcoming training sessions.

Wisconsin National Guard personnel are extending invitations to the public to attend the Hardwood Range open house at its military base located a few miles south of Babcock on Necedah Road.

Vivian K. McKeel, 86, of 775 McKeel Road, Babcock, joined the Lord on Monday, Sept.

Dear Dr. Dean, I realize this report on my health is two months premature, but I had an inspiration to drop you a note just the same -- so as not to bore you with all the following details during my next regularly scheduled checkup in November.

The Wisconsin Historical Museum invites visitors to explore a very odd exhibit. It's actually called Odd Wisconsin and puts on display some of the most curious objects in its collection.

'Bowden was here' does not have the familiar ring to it that the legendary phrase 'Kilroy was here' had when popularized during World War II.

Dave Stellpflug, Stellpflug Law S.C. 20 years 10 years Ronald Van Price, city of De Pere 5 years New on the job Ryan Imbach has joined Berners-Schober Associates, Inc., as a fire protection/plumbing designer.

Ask almost anyone the name of the best-known bear in the world and Smokey Bear would likely be the winner.

People interested in learning traditional uses for common plants and survival tips can join survivalist and plant expert Jason Faunce for a walk on the wild side at Sandhill Wildlife Area.

Ask almost anyone the name of the best-known bear in the world and Smokey Bear would likely be the winner.

8. * Albert J. Schmitt and Rhonda A. Schmitt, both of Marshfield, July 7; woman granted name of Nikolai.

Christopher B. Skidmore, 26, of Babcock died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, in La Crosse.

The Daily Tribune received the following death notices, which are scheduled to appear in tomorrow's Central Wisconsin Sunday: Janice 'June' Korte, 91, Wisconsin Rapids, July 11, 2009 George Struck, 73, Nekoosa, Friday, July 10, 2009 Christopher B. Skidmore, 26, Babcock, Tuesday, July 7, 2009 / Use of this site signifies your agreement to the Terms ...

A Dodge County wind farm might be asked to shut down its rotating turbines during severe weather to avoid disrupting a nearby weather radar system.

PITTSVILLE -- For some central Wisconsin residents, the Fourth of July wouldn't be complete without a parade.

Seemed like a lot of bad news. As spring turned to summer 1959, I "graduated" from eighth grade at Grove school, and the little people were up to their tricks.

Marshfield Utilities is seeking a 6 percent increase in electric rates, its first since 2006, according to a rate application filed last week with the Wisconsin Public Service Commission.

Both drivers were injured but did not require medical transport. * Daniel E. Sillman, Port Edwards, and Dayton A. Mortensen, Buena Vista, June 7. * Jeffrey J. Gronski, Babcock, and Venessa J.E. Martinson, Port Ewards, June 20.

Mabel R. Dupee, 99, Tomahawk , died Wednesday, May 27, 2009. Krueger & Sons Funeral Home in Tomahawk is in charge of arrangements.