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STEVENS POINT – The Stevens Point Fire Department is now accepting applications for its popular Explorer Post 242 program, offering young adults a unique opportunity to learn about firefighting and ...

STEVENS POINT — Acting Sgt. Alex Beach was promoted to probationary sergeant on Nov. 6, celebrated by a roomful of current and former coworkers, family members, and friends at the Stevens Point Police ...

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STEVENS POINT — Stevens Point voters have approved a $975,000 annual referendum to bolster staffing at the city’s fire department. The tally is marked by 7,889 votes (56.7%) in favor and 6,023 votes ...

PORTAGE COUNTY — Prevail Bank has announced a Holiday Matching Funds Campaign to amplify the impact of community donations this season. From Nov. 12 through Dec. 6, each of the bank’s branches will ...

As the holiday season approaches, Mission Coffee House invites patrons to preorder stocking stuffers, with 4-ounce bags of fresh roasted coffee available for $6 each, which includes a buy-one-get-one ...

Have you ever wondered when mortgage rates will finally drop or when homes will be affordable again? Looking at the current market in Stevens Point and Plover, we may have some potential answers. With ...

PINE GROVE — A collision involving a car and a tractor on Interstate 39 southbound has blocked all lanes and led to significant traffic delays south of Stevens Point. The crash, which occurred at ...

PLOVER — Plover Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10262 is set to host several events honoring veterans this week, beginning with an All Veteran Remembrance Day on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the post, ...

AMHERST — The Portage County 4-H recognized its youth and adult members with two awards ceremonies this weekend at the Jenson Center in Amherst. On Sunday, young members received awards for their ...