Service With a Smile

Taylor Summerfield (left) and Ryan Eslinger help out during Saturday’s Pizza and Fire Prevention fundraiser at Martino’s.

Things were busy Saturday at Martino’s, with members of the Boyd and Stanley Fire Departments as well as Martino’s employees working to make sure the once a year fundraiser went smoothly. …

‘Frozen Jr.’ coming to Stanley-Boyd High School!

Disney’s Frozen Jr. is coming to the Stanley-Boyd High School gymnasium, courtesy of the Stanley-Boyd High School Drama Club. A tale of two sisters who find their way after losing their …

Stanley Council finalizes Chapman Park campground rates

The beautiful fall colors make the Chapman Park Campground a scenic destination for camping.

During the City Council’s meeting on October 7th, the rates for Chapman Park Campground were a focal point of discussion. Concerns from the community regarding the high daily rates and the …

More local news

New police squad hits the streets

After a lengthy production delay, the Stanley Police Department has unveiled its new 2025 Ford Interceptor squad vehicle with a new design, chosen by its officers. The vehicle showcases a white …

Stanley Sportsman’s Club holds annual banquet Sept. 28

The Stanley Sportsman’s Club held its annual banquet Saturday, Sept. 28 at Holy Family Hall. “There was probably 300 plus people,” John Smoczyk shared of the annual event. With gun …

Orioles spikers defeat Thorp 3-0 Thursday at home

The Orioles triumphed over Thorp at home Thursday, Oct. 10, defeating the Cardinals 3-0 in three sets, 25-16, 25-7, and 25-15 respectively. Orioles Head Coach Karley Wiensch shared thoughts …

Orioles defeat Mounders 49-6 in Friday home gamed

The Stanley-Boyd Orioles have extended their record. Facing off with Elk Mound Friday at home, the Orioles came away with a 49-6 victory, holding off Elk Mound from scoring until the fourth quarter. …

Oriole girls golfers play Turtleback at Rice Lake

The Orioles played Turtleback Golf Course at Rice Lake Thursday, Oct. 3. Individual scores were as follows: Junior Allie Goodman finished with a score of 106 Freshman Vivian Morrow finished with a …

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Join the Fun in Stanley

Grab your costumes and mark your calendars! The Stanley Community Association’s fourth Annual Trunk or Treat will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 9am to noon at Chapman Park. With over 800 …

Government

City of Stanley to hold public hearing on 2025 budget

The City of Stanley will hold a public hearing on November 4th at 7 PM for the 2025 Budget for the City of Stanley. The Council voted to adopt the 2025 Wastewater Utility Budget for the city with …

Crime

Opportunistic thieves take advantage of unlocked car doors

A rash of thefts from vehicles over the weekend has left numerous residents of the Chippewa Valley without their valuables. Thieves entering through open vehicle doors took valuables in Cadott, Boyd, …

Community

Donald “Jim” Kowalczyk has been cutting hair a long time. Above, he cuts the hair of his grandson Corey in 1983. At right, Daelynn Carroll, is the 5th generation in the Pilgrim family to have her hair cut by Jim the Barber.

Barber briefly comes out of retirement to cut hair for fifth generation

History was recently made in Boyd as Donald “Jim” Kowalczyk came out of retirement for a day to snip the hair of a young lady. It just so happens this young lady, Daelynn Carroll, is the …

Winners announced for Punt, Pass, and Kick Contest

On Sunday, October 6, the Emer-Quinn Council of the Knights of Columbus held their annual Punt, Pass and Kick competition at Oriole Park. The winners from left to right are Kobe Conner, Harry …

D.R. Moon Memorial Library renovation, expansion receives $4.1 million state grant

STANLEY, Wis. – A $4.1 million state grant will power the renovation and expansion of Stanley’s 123-year-old D.R. Moon Memorial Library, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday. The funding, …

New Construction on Third Avenue from October 13, 1974

New construction on Third Avenue, from Oct. 3, 1974 The steel work for the new Holy Family church hall began last week. Pictured above is the progress that was made by Thursday of last week. All the …

The News from October 14, 2004

Stanley-Boyd Senior Becky Allen is the new WIAA Division 2 Individual Golf Champion. She posted the top Division 2 score of 157 at the WIAA State Golf Tournament held at University Ridge in Madison …

Diane Gaughan

Our dear mother Diane “Gibbs” Gaughan sadly passed away on August 30th, 2024, at the age xof 86 after a brief struggle with Parkinson’s Disease. She was a wonderful mother who was always there …

Timothy Galvez

Timothy Jeffery Galvez, a beloved husband, father, stepfather, son, brother, and friend to many passed away on July 1, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Houston Texas. He was born on August 21, 1979, in …

Mark R. Headrick

Mark R. Headrick, 63, passed away suddenly of natural causes. He was born on March 30, 1960 to the late Raymond and Bette (LaMarche) Headrick. Mark grew up in Stanley and graduated from Stanley-Boyd …

Edward J. 'Red' Nayes

Edward J. “Red” Nayes, 83 of Stanley, died Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Aspirus Hospital-Wausau with his family by his side. He was born on June 8, 1940 at the family home in Lafayette to the late …

Rose Leja passes at 91

Stanley-Boyd lost a well-known and much-loved citizen when Rose Leja, 91, passed away unexpectedly on August 12 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. A bartender for over 50 years at local bars, Leja was among …

Local bodybuilder Courtney Spaeth to represent Team USA at World Championship in Tokyo

With a remarkable blend of strength, dedication, and passion, Courtney Spaeth has emerged as a powerful figure athlete in the sport of bodybuilding. For Spaeth bodybuilding is more than a hobby and …

Burzynski headed to state a second time

Breckin Burzynski is headed to state—again. The Stanley Boyd wrestler earned his spot by defeating Derek Zschernitz in the third place match for the 132-pound weight class at Amery on Saturday. The …

Oriole Cross Country competes at Thorp

Headed to Thorp Thursday, the Oriole Cross Country team came away in a good place. Orioles Head Coach Nick Mahr shared thoughts after the results. “It was a nice meet for us,” Mahr said. …

High school girls XC team places second at Altoona Saturday

The Orioles varsity and middle school cross country teams headed to Tower Ridge at Altoona Saturday, Oct. 5, the high school girls finishing second for varsity as the middle school boys took first …

Orioles spikers fall to Regis 3-0 Thursday

The Orioles girls varsity volleyball played a home match against Regis Thursday, Oct. 3, falling to the Eau Claire rival 3- 0. Final set scores were 11-25, 21-25, and 17-25. As for individual player …

Orioles fall to Regis 35 - 25 Saturday at Carson Park

The regular varsity football season rushing to a close, the Orioles headed to Carson Park Saturday to face Regis for the number one spot in the Conference. Finishing the first quarter with …

Education

The “Reading Sisters” are the 3rd Grade Battle of the Books Competition Winners! After a nail-biting battle that resulted in many overtime questions, the Reading Sisters managed to sneak in with a win! From left: Lydia Ogle, Cora Lilla, and Brea Savina.

Stanley-Boyd 2024 Battle of the Books Competition Winners

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Local business owners enjoyed coffee and pastries while discussing the latest auto repair shop improvements. From left: Stanley Chamber President Ron Haas, financial planners Jack Syryczuk and Adam Smit, Chamber Board member Alex Zamarippa, and Todd and Misty Wundrow.