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News from August 2025

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150K Powerball ticket sold in Cornell as jackpot climbs to seventh largest ever

By The Sconi | Aug 31, 2025

A Powerball ticket worth $150,000 was sold at a BP station located at 600 Bridge St. in Cornell, Wisconsin, for the August 25, 2025 drawing.

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Aspirus Health adds experienced physical therapist Austen Jentges to Tomahawk outpatient team

By The Sconi | Aug 31, 2025

Aspirus Health has announced the addition of Austen Jentges, DPT, OCS, to its outpatient therapies team in Tomahawk.

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Grand jury indicts Wisconsin residents on federal drug trafficking and firearms charges

By The Sconi | Aug 28, 2025

A federal grand jury in the Western District of Wisconsin has returned indictments against several individuals on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms offenses.

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Madison man sentenced to over six years for illegal firearm possession

By The Sconi | Aug 28, 2025

Joseph Harrison, a 36-year-old resident of Madison, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.

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Madison man indicted on federal child pornography charges

By The Sconi | Aug 27, 2025

A federal grand jury in Madison, Wisconsin has indicted Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier, 30, of Madison on charges related to child pornography.

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CDC Reports: Measles cases in Wisconsin this year escalate as of week ending Aug. 16

By K. J. Brown | Aug 26, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Wisconsin for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 9.

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Rep. Tiffany on immigration: 'The border is secured, and illegal aliens are being deported'

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Representative Tom Tiffany of Wisconsin has announced a legislative initiative alongside Representative Chip Roy aimed at reducing federal funding for sanctuary jurisdictions.

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WISN-Milwaukee host on police stops: 'The smartest thing to do is comply and be cooperative'

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Jay Weber, host of WISN-Milwaukee, said that individuals should avoid acting entitled during police encounters and instead comply with officers to prevent escalation.

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Former Gov. Walker on electricity costs: 'Radical policies are making energy unaffordable'

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Scott Walker, the former governor of Wisconsin, has attributed rising energy prices to policies implemented by Democratic-led states.

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Wisconsin officials confirm five more measles cases in Oconto County

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and Oconto County Public Health have confirmed five new cases of measles in Oconto County.

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Aspirus Health welcomes new physical therapist Katie Johnson in Houghton

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Aspirus Health has announced the addition of Katie Johnson, DPT, to its outpatient therapies team in Houghton.

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State Rep. Scott Krug visits Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital for site tour

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Leaders from Aspirus Health welcomed State Representative Scott Krug to Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital and Clinics on August 11.

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Wisconsin health officials investigate possible measles exposures from out-of-state traveler

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is working with local health departments in St. Croix and Rock counties to identify and notify individuals who may have been exposed to measles from an out-of-state traveler visiting Wisconsin.

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Aspirus Langlade Hospital deploys autonomous electric lawn mowers for sustainability

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Aspirus Langlade Hospital in Antigo, Wisconsin, has started using autonomous lawn mowers as part of its environmental sustainability efforts.

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Neenah resident advances in national lottery contest tied to NASCAR championship

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Bradley Pansy of Neenah, Wisconsin, has been named one of 16 semi-finalists in the 2025 NASCAR Powerball Playoff.

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Marathon County selected as host for 79th Alice in Dairyland Finals

By The Sconi | Aug 22, 2025

Marathon County has been chosen as the host for the 79th Alice in Dairyland Finals, scheduled for May 14-16, 2026, according to an announcement from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP).

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Federal grants awarded in Wisconsin target violent crimes against women

By The Sconi | Aug 22, 2025

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Wisconsin has announced nearly $4 million in federal grants aimed at combating violent crimes against women and enhancing victim services across the state.

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Indian national indicted for alleged money laundering conspiracy in Wisconsin

By The Sconi | Aug 22, 2025

A federal grand jury has indicted Roshan Shah, a 21-year-old Indian citizen, for conspiracy to commit money laundering.

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River Falls store sells winning $100K powerball ticket as jackpot reaches historic high

By The Sconi | Aug 21, 2025

A Powerball ticket purchased at Family Fresh Market in River Falls has won $100,000 in the August 20, 2025 drawing.

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Wisconsin Lottery launches mobile prize claim event with Winner Wagon in Wausau

By The Sconi | Aug 20, 2025

The Wisconsin Lottery will hold its first mobile validations event in Wausau on August 27.