The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) provides weekly updates on road construction projects in the following counties in northwest Wisconsin: Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau and Washburn counties. Barron County Highway: US 53 South Location: Bridges between Cameron and New Auburn: structures over US 8, Knapp Street, County A, Coun

Please be advised that construction activity will be taking place in Lot 1 beginning today and continuing through the summer. This work may result in temporary dust migration and small debris in and around the construction area, even with dust mitigation measures in place. While contractors will be implementing dust control efforts throughout the project, individuals parking in Lot 1 or adjacent to the construction zone should be aware that dust or debris may settle on vehicl

The City Water Department will resume routine spring flushing of water mains in the area highlighted on the attached map of Menomonie on Tuesday, April 14, weather permitting, starting at 8 am. This is a standard maintenance procedure performed each spring to help maintain water quality and keep the system running efficiently. During and shortly after the flushing process, you may notice temporary discoloration of your water. Please be assured: This is not a health hazard. Th

On April 13, 2026, the Dunn County Sheriff’s Office received information that a vehicle was speeding on  Westbound Interstate 94 at speeds up to 140 MPH after a Wisconsin State Patrol (WSP) attempted to stop the vehicle for speeding in Jackson County. The vehicle fled from the WSP Trooper when the  Trooper attempted to stop, and the pursuit was terminated due to high speed.  Local Law Enforcement and/or WSP Troopers observed the suspect vehicle continuing to drive at speeds o

On April 12, 2026, at 6:49 PM, the Dunn County Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call of a female reporting an active domestic violence situation on 1130th   Avenue, Boyceville, in the Township of Hay River.  During the response to the scene, deputies learned the male suspect had physically assaulted a female inside a residence and then went outside, eventually entering a camper on the property. The male suspect secured the camper door and refused to exit when de

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To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a $2.08 million contract with prime contractor Century Traffic of Pewaukee for pavement marking in 16 counties in WisDOT’s Northwest Region. Construction is scheduled to start on Tuesday, April 14. This Wisconsin Department of Transportation project will replace epoxy pavement markings on the following highways in the Northwest Region: Barron County: WIS 48, WIS 25 to 19th Street roundabout (Rice Lake)

The April 6th City Council meeting opened with a public hearing on proposed Ordinance 2026-7, which would introduce several updates to the City’s Sewer Utility regulations. Updates include: Clarify that property owners are responsible for operation and maintenance of building sewers.   The ordinance would clarify that owners are responsible for operation and maintenance of building sewers. The City has no ability to maintain building sewers. Property owners can access their b

Since the United States Treasury minted its final penny on November 12, 2025, some businesses in Wisconsin and across the country have begun rounding change in cash transactions to five-cent intervals, with different businesses utilizing different methods of rounding – some rounding up, some rounding down, and some a mix of both. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) have issued guidance to bus

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) provides weekly updates on road construction projects in the following counties in northwest Wisconsin: Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau and Washburn counties. Barron County Highway: US 53 South Location: Bridges between Cameron and New Auburn: structures over US 8, Knapp Street, County A, Coun

Mural Location Announcement! Hand-rolled cigars played a big role in Menomonie's history, with numerous cigar companies operating in the late 1800s and early 1900s, including the Anderson Cigar Company. Otto and Al Anderson were born in Shovde, Sweden, before moving to the United States with their parents in 1872 and settling on 40 acres of railroad land just north of Menomonie. Anderson Cigar Company, established in 1893, would go on to be the largest cigar factory in northe

Dunn County officials want 300 people with private wells to have their water tested free for nitrates this summer. “The well water sample will be analyzed for nitrates by the Dunn County Health Department Water Lab, and for this specific program, this is done at no cost to the participant,” said Heather Wood, Dunn County water resources specialist. The testing is open to anyone with a well within Dunn County, she said, and “our goal is 300 samples with a mix of new folks as w

SCAM ALERT: Text and e-mail scams pretending to be the Wisconsin DMV are circulating again. The recent wave of scams warns of an "outstanding traffic citation," unpaid balance repercussions and contains a fraudulent link to try and get individuals to pay for the fake violation. The Wisconsin DMV will NEVER text or e-mail saying you owe money. If you receive one of these messages, do NOT click any links. Simply report the message as spam on your device and delete. From the Wis

Seasonal weight restrictions will be lifted effective April 13, 2026. With the frost now fully out of the ground, roadway base materials have regained strength and are once again able to support heavier loads. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the spring thaw! From the Dunn County Facebook page .

The Dunn County Sheriff’s Office has been notified by several people that they have received phone calls from someone claiming to be from the Dunn County Sheriff’s Office, Jail Division asking for money for family members that are currently in jail.    The Dunn County Jail will never call family members or friends of inmates to ask for money to pay for special programs or special housing for their loved one. On occasion, the jail staff may assist inmates in making phone calls

Portion of Dunn County project will be completed under detour To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed $3.94 million contract with prime contractor Monarch Paving Co. of Amery for a resurfacing project on WIS 85 from just west of the north junction of County O to approximately 2,100 feet west of 1010th Street in Dunn County. The project gaps the Rock Creek Bridge, which was replaced in 2021. Construction is anticipated to start the third week

Spring yard waste curbside pickup starts next week! The City of Menomonie will provide curbside yard waste pickup on Mondays, April 13, 20, and 27. Pickup takes all day, so please be patient with our crews!  Yard Waste Guidelines: - Leaves & grass in compostable bags (max 50 lbs per bag) - Brush must be bundled, under 4 ft long, and may not be picked up each week - All items must be marked/tagged “CITY PICKUP” - Place at the curb only, no earlier than 1 day before and by 7 AM

School District of the Menomonie Area Board of Education Dale Dalke (I) - 3902 Amy Riddle Swanson (I) - 3696 Jay Edenborg - 3174 Josie Pillman - 2119 Joseph Eliason - 1960 Circuit Court Judge - Branch I James M. Peterson (ran unopposed) Wisconsin State Supreme Court - Dunn County results Chris Taylor - 5966 Maria Lazar - 4390 Chris Taylor won the statewide election with 903,416 votes (60.1%) Maria Lazar received 598,277 votes (39.8%) City of Menomonie Mayor

Work from I-94 in Menomonie to County D includes placing new asphalt pavement To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a $4.98 million contract with prime contractor Monarch Paving Co. of Amery for a resurfacing project on WIS 25 from I-94 in Menomonie north to County D. Construction is expected to start the week of April 13. This segment of WIS 25 is showing signs of deterioration. To address this and other issues, the Wisconsin Department o