Paige Wolf of the Bonduel FFA Chapter was named the state winner of the FFA Extemporaneous Public Speaking Leadership Development Event (LDE). The Extemporaneous Public Speaking LDE was held at the 97th State Convention of the Wisconsin Association of FFA in Madison. Wolf’s adviser is Mandi McClone.

The College of Menominee Nation was recently made aware that it has been included in the wishes of Verna Fowler’s estate. The educational institution she founded has become one of the thriving 35 Tribal Colleges throughout the United States. In her final wishes, she took the time to ensure the continued framework of support for students pursuing their dreams.

As of June 22, state Highway 47 in Menominee County was closed to through traffic from County Road VV (West) to the Langlade County line. The closure is anticipated to continue until the middle of August. Northeast Asphalt held an informational meeting on the project June 23 at the Wolf River Development Company, W2828 Go Around Road, Keshena.

Access by local traffic and emergency services will be maintained throughout the closure.

State Sen. Eric Wimberger (R-Gillett) has been honored by the Wisconsin Counties Association with a WCA Outstanding Legislator Award for his work on behalf of county government during the 2025-26 Legislative Session.

The Nu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, an organization of women educators, has announced that it is offering one $500 scholarship to an eligible college student who is pursuing a degree in education.

Applicants must be college or university students who have been admitted to an education program.

Play and recreation are vital to children’s well-being and development, according to an expert with ThedaCare.

“Spending time outdoors benefits kids in so many ways,” said Dr. Elizabeth Ermatinger, a pediatrician with ThedaCare Physicians Pediatrics-Appleton. “From exploring the world to encouraging physical activity to engaging in imaginative play, outside time is a win.”

Wisconsin had 4.3 days suitable for fieldwork statewide for the week ending June 21, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.

Some cutting of hay was delayed by mid-week rains, especially in the northern portion of the state. Areas in the southeast were still hoping for more precipitation.

• Chelcia Rose Cloud, 36, Redby, Minnesota, pleaded no contest June 16 to possession of narcotic drugs and a misdemeanor charge of possession of an illegally obtained prescription. Judge William Kussel Jr. levied fines and sentenced her to 110 days in county jail, time deemed served.

• Michael A. Holtger, 34, Winnebago, was ruled not competent to stand trial and unlikely to regain competency, so Judge Jennifer Moeller dismissed two charges of battery or threat to a judge, prosecutor or law enforcement officer along with misdemeanor counts of criminal damage to property and disorderly conduct.