An operational referendum for the Gillett School District and a capital referendum for the Pulaski Community School District were both turned away by voters Nov. 3.

Republican Elijah Behnke will continue to represent the 6th Assembly District for the next two years even as the Wisconsin Legislature will be dominated by Democrats for the first time since 2010.

Rep. David Steffen, R-Howard, is seeking funding for a first responder treatment center.

The Hometown Hero Center will fill a void in Wisconsin by providing specialized treatment specifically for first responders.

The August Roundup Program at Iverson’s Piggly Wiggly in Oconto Falls generated funds for the Oconto County school supply drive. Store owner Bryce Iverson presented a $2,000 check to Stacey Dequaine and Karen Nygren.

Wisconsin had 5.9 days suitable for fieldwork statewide for the week ending Nov. 1, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Some welcome rain fell on northwestern Wisconsin, helping fall seeded crops to germinate. Where fields were dry, fall tillage and manure applications were being completed.

UW-La Crosse

The following area students completed degree requirements at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse in August. Abrams: Griffin Thomas Geiken, bachelor of science, exercise and sport science major, exercise science-fitness track, honors.

Western Technical College

The AbbyBank Foundation Inc. awarded a $3,000 grant to Wolf River Lutheran High School to support the purchase of standing desks and stools, providing students with more flexible classroom seating options.