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Police & Sheriff calls, July 31 - Aug. 2
3+ week, 4+ day ago (1717+ words) Dirty play: Police were called to Wood Street Rental, 2116 Wood St., at 8:02 a.m. when the 76-year-old property owner reported that someone broke in and spray-painted the wall. No word on what was painted. Homeless issues: Police were called to deal with…...
Dennis George Hess, 82
3+ week, 4+ day ago (395+ words) Dennis George Hess, of Stevens Point, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love, Aug. 1, 2026. He was 82. Dennis was born Oct. 26, 1943, in Milwaukee to Henry O. and Nina E. (Ludwig) Hess. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother,…...
Monroe House ends, passes baton to new homelessness efforts
3+ week, 4+ day ago (42+ words) Point/Plover Metro Wire This story will be updated By Brandi Makuski STEVENS POINT — A 48-year-old man was struck by a vehicle Monday afternoon in the parking lot of a Stevens...
Downtown brawl leaves one man charged, two juveniles cited
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (42+ words) Point/Plover Metro Wire This story will be updated By Brandi Makuski STEVENS POINT — A 48-year-old man was struck by a vehicle Monday afternoon in the parking lot of a Stevens...
Volunteer fair to connect residents with local nonprofits
3+ week, 4+ day ago (204+ words) STEVENS POINT — Anyone looking for a way to give back to the community will have an opportunity to meet local nonprofits and learn about volunteer opportunities during a volunteer fair at the Portage County Public Library later this month. The…...
Fall Line Outfitters slated for closure as owner eyes retirement
3+ week, 4+ day ago (644+ words) STEVENS POINT — When Craig Cook opened Fall Line Outfitters Co. in 2018, he envisioned a specialty fly shop serving a niche market in central Wisconsin. Eight years later, after expanding into a historic downtown building, building a loyal following and turning…...
Judge to revisit 35-year-old Portage County murder case
3+ week, 4+ day ago (43+ words) Point/Plover Metro Wire This story will be updated By Brandi Makuski STEVENS POINT — A 48-year-old man was struck by a vehicle Monday afternoon in the parking lot of a Stevens...
Bike Ride for Conservation offers routes for all ages, skill levels
3+ week, 4+ day ago (248+ words) STEVENS POINT — Cyclists of all ages will have a chance to enjoy the Green Circle Trail while supporting local conservation efforts during the North Central Conservancy Trust’s second annual Bike Ride for Conservation next month. The event begins at 9:30 a....
Riverfront Arts Center to host photography artist talk
3+ week, 4+ day ago (162+ words) Point/Plover Metro Wire The presentation will be held from 5:15 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, at the Riverfront Arts Center, 1200 Crosby Ave. Participants are encouraged to stay afterward for the Levitt AMP Stevens Point concert in Pfiffner Park featuring Nikki Hill. The…...
Inaugural awards to spotlight Wisconsin women in agriculture
3+ week, 4+ day ago (163+ words) PLOVER — The Food + Farm Exploration Center will shine a spotlight on women who have helped shape Wisconsin agriculture this fall with the launch of a new annual recognition program. The inaugural Rooted in Gratitude awards will be presented Sept. 17 during…...