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Semi vs. pickup truck crash in southern Buffalo County claims life of Pepin man

A portion of State Highway 35 near Nelson was littered with debris after a pickup truck collided with a semi on Wednesday, Sept. 2. Traffic on Hwy. 35 between Nelson and Pepin was closed for several hours that afternoon due to the crash.

A 71-year-old Pepin man was killed in an accident near Nelson on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 2, when his pickup truck struck a semi on State Highway 35. William Newcomb was pronounced deceased at...

Trash trouble—Mondovi city dump a ‘bleeding artery’ financially, city leaders say

These yellow “City of Mondovi” garbage bags could become an option of the past if city leaders decide moving to city-wide residential garbage and recycling pickup is the best option for Mondovi. Fewer and fewer residents are purchasing the yellow bags, partially causing the city dump to run deeper into the red over the past three years.

by Beth Kraft Garbage and recycling collection services in the City of Mondovi have steadily lost money over the past few years, leading to an agreement amongst city leaders to bid out...

Ali Rud Financial Services office makes move to Mondovi’s four corners

After 10 years in business as an insurance broker and financial planner in Mondovi, Ali Rud moved into her own space July 14. Pictured with Ali’s husband, Branden Rud (far right), who took charge of the renovation work for the new office, the staff at Ali Rud Financial Services are, left to right, Caitlyn Brantner and Shirley Conrad, customer service representatives, Ali Rud, owner, and Barb Allemann, office manager.

by Beth Kraft The building at 104 West Main Street welcomed another new business recently, but this one just might have some staying power. Looking to expand the 10-year-old business into a space...

Letters regarding tall grass/weeds irk at least one Mondovi homeowner, city leaders apologize

by Beth Kraft When Shirley Conrad recently opened up a notice sent by the City of Mondovi regarding the tall weeds and grass growing in the back portion of her property, she took offense to the...

Vehicles sustain significant damage in recent crashes; occupants receive medical transport

Two vehicles left the roadway and crashed in separate one-car accidents that occurred in the Mondovi area Aug. 20 and 24, resulting in significant damage to both vehicles and non-life threatening injuries for two occupants.

Two accidents that occurred in the Mondovi area recently resulted in major damage to the vehicles involved. Two individuals sustained non-life threatening injuries and received medical transport....

Cegielski receives national honor

E-S tech ed teacher Craig Cegielski was recently named the 2015-16 Monsanto Fund Rural Teacher of the Year for his work with the Cardinal Manufacturing program.

by Beth Kraft The spotlight continues to shine on Eleva-Strum Central High School technology education teacher Craig Cegielski. Since receiving the 2014 Wisconsin Rural Teacher of the Year award...

Move on over: Mondovi Eye & Optical hops buildings

The Mondovi Eye & Optical staff recently moved their office next door to 123 South Eau Claire St. in downtown Mondovi. Staff members are, left to right, office manager/optometric technician Jennifer Weiss, optometric technician Toni McGee and Dr. Tony Morris, optometrist.

by Dana Serum “The opportunity to purchase the building was unexpected,” Optometrist Dr. Tony Morris said of purchasing 123 South Eau Claire Street in Mondovi. Dr. Morris explained that Ann...

Semingson reflects on long career at E-S, various roles all yielded good memories

The E-S School District recently recognized its outgoing staff members with a retirement celebration. Pictured, left to right, Harold Ida, custodian (16 years); Diane Knudsen, special ed director and teacher (15 years); Craig Semingson, elementary and junior high teacher, elementary principal, superintendent (35 years); Ramona Hanson, bus driver (39 ½ years); Sandy Moore, special ed teacher (9 years); Kathy Thomas, school nurse (11 ½ years). NP—Becky Bundt, school aide, building custodian (26 years).

by Beth Kraft The Eleva-Strum Schools said good-bye to seven employees with a total of 152 years of experience with the district at the close of the 2014-15 school year, sending their retirees...

Summer Sizzler pulling local community together in effort to speed new playground equipment to Gilmanton park

Rainbow Lake Park in Gilmanton is on track to receive new playground equipment as the beneficiary of a fundraiser set for this Saturday, Aug. 22. Summer Sizzler will be held at the Gilmanton Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. featuring food and fun activities.

by Beth Kraft A local resident’s dream of bringing new playground equipment to Gilmanton’s Rainbow Lake Park is about to receive a big boost. The inaugural Summer Sizzler featuring four bounce...

Water rate hike approved for City of Mondovi, sewer rate increase on the way

by Beth Kraft In an effort to keep the city’s water and sewer utilities out of the red, rate increases are coming for utility customers in the City of Mondovi. The Mondovi City Council at its...

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