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POLICE REPORTS:  JUNE 2024


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-22-2024, 02:59 AM

   

Reports received by the police departments in Price County for the month have been condensed and summarized.

PRICE COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT

6-1-24:  A Phillips man received a cashier's check from Romeoville, Illinois.  The payment was from a person from Georgia or West Virginia who was going to buy his 4-wheeler.  Since the check was made out for more than the agreed purchase price, the seller was asked to send the remainder back to the buyer. The seller sent a check to the buyer, but the buyer's cashier's check did not clear.  The seller asked his bank to put a hold on his check but they said they could not guarantee it would go through right away given it was a Saturday.

6-1-24:  An Ogema man reported a sheep being put into the backseat of a car, and the sheep appeared to be injured.  Before that, the sheep and six dogs were in his yard.  A woman called to report the same incident.

6-3-24:  A Phillips woman reported a tree had fallen on her vehicle while she was driving in the Town of Flambeau.  She was able to drive home and there were no injuries.

6-3-24:  A person reported 25 to 35 cats running outside of a home in the Village of Catawba. The cats appeared to be ill and some had been hit by cars on the highway.

6-4-24:  A Park Falls woman reported a male, wearing a white tank top, was yelling and going after his neighbor.

6-4-24:  A caller from Ogema reported hearing a female scream and yell to get someone's hands off her, but the house was abandoned so no one should be there.  The person called back to say they heard screams for "help."

6-5-24:  A man reported receiving a threatening call from a man who threatened to kill him if he messed with his ex again.  The man said he did not have contact with his ex since January 1, 2024.  The caller also stated that ten guys were coming up from Chicago and would be there at 8 a.m.

6-5-24:  A Phillips woman reported a white Buick pulled over on County Road D.  A man was outside of the vehicle yelling at another vehicle.  The male walked to the middle of the road and sat in the road.  The male had shoulder length hair, was wearing a hat, and had a blue & yellow sweatshirt on.

6-6-24:  A Park Falls man reported he was getting harassed by a few people outside of his residence.  Two were female and two were male.

6-6-24:  A Park Falls man reported $3,100 had been taken from his bank account.  He noticed charges he did not make and contacted his bank.

6-6-24:  A Fifield woman reported a burnt orange-colored older Chevy truck with the box cut off to create a makeshift flatbed almost hit her on several occasions while she was walking, and she felt it was an intentional act.

6-6-24:  A Phillips man stated he was lured into a man's house on Flemings Rapids Road and was forced to stay inside while individuals vandalized his side-by-side.

6-6-24:  A woman reported cows on County Road I in Ogema.

6-7-24:  A woman reported seeing a man chasing a woman, possibly with a knife, before going into someone's residence.

6-8-24:  A woman reported that her son opened the door to a woman who was recording him and yelled, "Stay away from me and my family!"  The mother was not home, but her son provided a description, which she thought matched a neighbor.

6-9-24:  A Kennan woman stated she received a phone call from someone stating they had her dog.  She went home, and her dog was missing.  She called the number back, and they said they no longer had her dog.

Note:  We have not received the Price County reports for the rest of June 2024.  If and when they are received, we will publish them.

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PHILLIPS POLICE DEPARTMENT

6-1-24:  On Eyder Avenue, police received a report of a possible burglary. Investigation pending.

6-3-24:  Police received a complaint of two bears that were playing in the pond by the Phillips Elementary School as the children were being released from summer school.  An officer patrolled the area and was told the two bears left westbound.

6-4-24:  Police were approached by a female who stated she was entered as a missing person from Virginia.  The female stated she took a bus to Phillips to meet a friend she met online and did not tell anyone.  An officer contacted the police department that entered her as missing to let them know the female is fine.

6-4-24:  Police assisted the Price County Sheriff's Department with an intoxicated male that was located at a church outside the City of Phillips.  Price County deputies located the vehicle and arrested the male individual for Operating a Motor Vehicle while Intoxicated 6th.

6-4-24:  Police assisted the Price County Sheriff's Department with a possible domestic abuse complaint in Ogema.  Officers arrived on scene and spoke with the male who was highly intoxicated and would not comply with law enforcement.  The male was arrested for Felony Bail Jumping and Resisting/Obstructing an Officer.

6-5-24:  An officer observed a vehicle parked in the middle of South Lake Avenue with its hazard lights on.  An officer found the male operator, who said he had to remove a turtle from the roadway.  The officer observed open intoxicants inside the vehicle, and the male operator admitted to drinking alcohol inside the vehicle.  The officer ran the male through field sobriety tests and arrested the male for Operating a Motor Vehicle while Intoxicated 1st Offense.

6-7-24:  Police received a report of fraud on a business.  Investigation pending.

6-9-24:  A male, who was in the dog park with his dog, reported a bear running towards him.  The bear eventually walked into the woods.  An officer walked the male and his dog back to his vehicle.

6-9-24:  On Avon Avenue, police received a complaint from a woman who said a male was mowing their neighbor’s lawn and had crossed the property line and made an inappropriate comment to the complainant's daughter.  An officer spoke to the man and issued a city ordinance harassment citation.  The male was told to have no contact with the female complainant and her daughter.

6-9-24:  At approximately 2 p.m. a search warrant was executed on Argyle Avenue.  A 61-year old man was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.  The man was held on a felony hold at the Price County Jail waiting to see the judge.

6-10-24:  On Beebe Street, police received a complaint of a man who was arguing with employees of a business and would not leave until yelled at.  An officer collected statements.

6-11-24:  Received a report from Taylor County Human Services regarding sexual messages that were sent to a juvenile possibly in the City of Phillips.  Officers are investigating this incident with Taylor County Human Services.

6-13-24:  Responded to a business in the City of Phillips for gas that was taken from an ATV.  Phillips Police responded and this matter is under investigation.

6-13-24:  Police received a report where a vehicle was struck and the suspect left.  The officer learned that a note was left and the juvenile male who hit the vehicle had responded back to the scene where he had hoped to contact the owner.  The officer took both parties information and explained to both parties to report an accident and not move their vehicles until the crash was documented.

6-13-24:  Police, along with ambulance and fire services, assisted a man who had fallen through his hallway floor on Hilly Haven Circle.  The man was able to be removed from the floor and transported to the medical center.

6-15-24:  Responded to a report of a citizen having a medical emergency near the intersection of North Avon Avenue and Chestnut Street.  An officer arrived and spoke with the person.  The person indicated they were feeling faint.  Central Price County Ambulance Service arrived and evaluated the patient who refused transport.

6-15-24:  Responded to a report of an transformer that blew and had started on fire on Ridgewood Court.

6-17-24:  Advised of a female individual who had a warrant in the City of Phillips.  An officer located the female individual and advised she had a warrant for her arrest.  She was transported to the Price County Jail where she was able to pay the fine and was released.

6-19-24:  Received a wallet that was located near the intersection of Maple Street and South Eyder Avenue.  The wallet will be kept at the Phillips Police Department for safe keeping.

6-20-24:  A woman wanted Phillips Police to contact another female regarding getting her property from a storage unit.  The officer contacted the woman who stated that the other woman took her property when she moved and was given a time frame to pick up the remainder of her belongs.  The belongings were never retrieved, and the woman discarded the property.  The officer called the reporting party and informed her it was a civil issue.

6-22-24:  Received a report of possible fraud.  An officer met with the woman caller who advised that she had received an alert that an unknown person had filed a term decedent interest on her deed.

6-23-24:  Informed of a situation where a man and woman were arguing and it appeared that the woman had pulled a gun on the man.  It was also reported that the woman had left but came back and had taken something from the man's vehicle.  The officer was able to speak to both parties and determined that it was a verbal argument and the gun was a BB gun.  The officer arrested the woman for Disorderly Conduct and Felony Bail Jumping.

6-24-24:  Received a report of a juvenile female who was sending inappropriate photos to a juvenile male.  An officer spoke with the parents and Price County Human Services.

6-25-24:  Received a report of a residence that was broken into on Flambeau Avenue.  An officer took photographs and a statement from the complainant.

6-25-24:  Received information from the Price County Sheriff's Department of a child sex crime tip that came from the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.  An officer began an investigation.

6-27-24:  Received an open records request from an attorney's office.  The records were emailed to the attorney's office.

6-27-24:  Received a report of a juvenile male who hit another juvenile male with a bike.  An officer spoke with the victim's parent who stated they wanted a report for record of the incident and to tell the other juvenile male he was no longer welcome at their residence.

6-28-24:  Received a report of a two-vehicle accident with no injuries on South Lake Avenue.

6-28-24:  Requested to assist with attempting to locate a male that was running on Hwy. 13 south of the City of Phillips without any pants on. Phillips Police, along with a Price County deputy, were unable to locate the individual.

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PARK FALLS POLICE DEPARTMENT

6-3-24:  Police received notice of a phone call at city hall where the caller was swearing and yelling during the message.

6-3-24:  Multiple 911 calls were received for an intoxicated male screaming, yelling profanities, and causing a disturbance.  The male was located and arrested for disorderly conduct.  Probation/parole placed a hold on the suspect.  Charges were referred to the DA's office.

6-6-24:  While officers were conducting a separate matter, an officer was bit by a domestic rat in a subject's residence.

6-6-24: Officers responded near the intersection of STH 182 and STH 13 for an unoccupied vehicle, which had rolled and struck a pole and building.

6-6-24:  Police responded to the Park Falls Library for a disturbance.  A suspect was unable to be identified and had departed before law enforcement’s arrival.

6-6-24:  A juvenile female and her mother came to the police department to report a sexual assault that occurred in the spring of 2023.

6-7-24:  A reporting party called to advise that her yard sale signs had been damaged the prior night into the morning.

6-9-24:  Price County Dispatch informed an officer of a possible kidnapping and person held for ransom within the city limits.  After investigation, the report was believed to be a scam.

6-10-24:  There was a report of clothing being taken from a dryer while the owner was away from the laundromat.

6-10-24:  Report of a Chequamegon High School baseball player chasing a fawn into the roadway and almost causing an accident.  The child and his father were spoken to about the incident.

6-11-24:  Officers responded to a hit and run where a vehicle had run a divided highway sign over and left the scene.

6-13-24:  An officer observed an elderly man driving on the eastside sidewalk along Highway 13's northbound lane and in front of a convenience store.  A driver's behavioral report was completed.

6-13-24:  Responded to a hit and run accident in the city hall parking lot.

6-14-24:  There was a report for record created for an altercation between two elderly women.

6-14-24:  Officers conducted a traffic stop on a suspect vehicle.  Upon investigation, one male was arrested for the felony subsequent possession and a probation violation.  Additional charges were to be referred to the DA.

6-24-24:  Received a report of an ongoing neighbor issue.  The person reported that his neighbor had "flipped him off" as he drove by the residence.

6-25-24:  Dispatch reported a possible motorcycle accident.  Upon arrival, state patrol had already arrived on scene.

6-29-24:  Officers were approached by a concerned citizen regarding an intoxicated female driving a vehicle away from a bar with two juveniles in the vehicle.  The vehicle was located at a nearby residence.  One female was arrested for OWI.  Criminal charges were referred to the DA.

6-30-24:  Police took a call stating that a male fell down in the middle of the street and looked to be highly intoxicated.  An officer responded and located the male who had a fully extraditable warrant out of Michigan.  The subject was taken into custody and transported to the medical center for medical clearance before being transported to jail on the warrant.

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PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN DROPS OUT OF 2024 PRESIDENTIAL RACE


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-21-2024, 12:14 PM

   

Although he was the presumptive nominee for the Democrats, receiving the most primary votes, President Joe Biden has decided to drop out of the 2024 presidential race.

In a press release, he stated, "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your president.  And while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as president for the remainder of my term.

"I will speak to the nation later this week in more detail about my decision.

"For now, let me express my deepest gratitude to all those who have worked so hard to see me reelected.  I want to thank Vice President Kamala Harris for being an extraordinary partner in all this work.  And let me express my heartfelt appreciation to the American people for the faith and trust you have placed in me."

President Biden will remain president until January 20, 2025 when the new president, who will be elected in November 2024, will be inaugurated.

After his press release was received, President Biden posted on X stating he offers his full support and endorsement for Kamala Harris to be the nominee for the Democrats.


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MAN WANTED IN ALLEGED THEFT OF ITEMS AT GROCERY STORE


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-19-2024, 08:51 PM

   

On Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:45 a.m., a man parked a dark gray or silver Mercury Grand Marquis in the parking lot of the grocery store in Park Falls.  He parked across the lines near the front of the store by the handicapped parking spaces.

The man entered the grocery store by himself.  According to Sgt. Robert Zoubek, the man "stole a number of items including a bottle of tequila valued at $149.99.  He concealed all items in his clothing and walked out of the store after approximately four minutes.  The suspect appeared very confident in his actions and did not waste any time."

Sgt. Zoubek is looking for any information to identify the suspect in hopes he can proceed with a criminal retail theft charge.  The Park Falls Police can be reached at 715-762-2446.


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LABOR & DELIVERY SERVICES LEAVING ASPIRUS MEDFORD - UPDATED


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-17-2024, 07:59 PM

   

According to Aspirus Health, labor and delivery services will no longer be offered at Aspirus Medford starting October 1, 2024.  These services will be moved to Aspirus Wausau Hospital Birthing Center in Wausau, Wisconsin.

Aspirus Medford has been operating with a part-time OB/GYN since November 2020, so it has been challenging to have coverage every hour of every day for on-call services, according to Dale Hustedt, president of the Northwest WI Division of Aspirus Health.  "We are not alone in this decision as, across the country, rural providers have made similar changes with less than 40% of rural hospitals performing routine deliveries.  In Wisconsin, we have seen deliveries ceased at more than a dozen hospitals.”

A press release from Aspirus stated, "One of the factors that led to this decision is the fact that physician supply for Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) continues to be a challenge. Despite aggressive recruiting by Aspirus Health for years, the OB/GYN pipeline continues to shrink, particularly those interested in rural practice."

The press release continued, "According to the American Medical Association, the United States is projected to experience a shortage of 5,000 OB/GYNs by 2030.  This is expected to cause already overworked doctors to further struggle to meet demand and continue widening maternal and infant health disparities.  An aging workforce, aging population, and high rates of burnout are also contributing to the shortage."

“Aspirus is committed to the Medford area and surrounding community, and we believe this transition will help us provide the right mix of services to meet changing local needs,” said Dale. “Our region’s needs are dynamic, and we will continue to transform so we can advance our mission to heal people, promote health, and strengthen communities for generations to come.”

Aspirus Medford will continue to offer prenatal and postnatal care.  Plus, Dale shared, "We will ensure that our emergency departments and facilities are prepared to address labor and delivery issues that may occur following the transition of services."

My Northern Wisconsin reached out to the media contact at Aspirus Medford asking why the decision was made and how people are going to be able to get these services in our rural area when so many facilities are not offering labor and delivery services.  However, we did not receive direct answers and only received a copy of the press release regarding this matter.


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ONEIDA COUNTY: FISHING HALL OF FAMER, GREG BOHN, AND WIFE, AUDREY, PERISH IN CRASH


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-16-2024, 03:19 AM

   
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On Friday, July 12, 2024, Greg Bohn and his wife, Audrey, were near their home in the Town of Hazelhurst when a three-vehicle accident occurred at approximately 2:26 p.m., according to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office.

Witnesses state that the Bohn's car was northbound on Hwy. 51 near South Blue Lake Road.  It stopped in its lane of traffic, waiting to turn left into the private driveway.  A vehicle, driven by an 85-year-old man, was traveling behind them and hit the Bohn's vehicle from behind, pushing it into the southbound lane.  The Bohn's vehicle was then struck by a southbound vehicle.  Emergency services responded, but Greg and Audrey, both age 70, died at the scene.  The 85-year-old man was injured and taken to the medical center.  A 23-year-old Arbor Vitae man was treated at the scene.

A crash reconstruction was completed as part of the investigation into the accident.

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Oneida County Medical Examiner’s Office, Woodruff Police Department, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Minocqua Fire Department, Cassian Fire Department, Hazlehurst Fire Department, Oneida County Ambulances, and Oneida County Highway Department.

The Bohns are well-known in the area.  For many years, Greg and Audrey operated Strictly Walleye Headquarters, a bait and tackle store.  The couple also created the Stinger Tackle Company.  Greg held many patents and trademarks for his fishing innovations.  He wrote many articles and some books about fishing.  He spoke at seminars and guided many people on how to catch fish.  Primarily, he focused on walleye fishing.  In his over 40 years in the fishing industry, he promoted education, design of tackle, and innovation.  He designed first of a kind snag-proof walleye tackle products.  He held four “Catch & Release” line-class walleye records.  A fish he caught, a 56-inch, 44-pound, 8-ounce musky, was the longest registered in North America in 1993, and the fish received first place in a contest called the Vilas County Musky Marathon.  Greg was inducted into the National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame in 2016.  In an article posted on his website, he stated, "My goal was to be the best Wisconsin Northwood's walleye guide to wet a line."  Many would agree that he more than met that goal, plus many people expressed, in online condolences, the respect they had for him and Audrey as people.

Speaking of Audrey, the Howard Young Foundation (HYF) shared this statement, "Audrey joined HYF in 2009 after 13 years in accounting at Howard Young Medical Center.  She brought so much passion into all that she did from her attention to detail, financial management, always greeting everyone with her smile, her positive attitude, and even being a dedicated dock volunteer even after retirement at the Minocqua Dragon Boat Festival.  She was always the first person in the office every morning, making sure the coffee was made and everything was ready to go every day until she retired in 2020.  She was truly a special part of our organization, and we are all shocked and saddened to have learned of her loss."

The couple clearly made a profound impact on their community.


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SAFE EXCHANGE ZONE ESTABLISHED IN PARK FALLS


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-15-2024, 07:46 PM

   
Photo Credit:  Park Falls Police Department

The Park Falls Police Department has created a Safe Exchange Zone.  This zone is reserved for child custody and private property exchanges along with e-commerce transactions.

Newly upgraded security cameras are in place 24/7 by the sign that is posted in front of police department at 441 3rd Street South.  The police department stated, "There are two cameras recording this area. Please understand that the area immediately in front of this sign may not always be available when higher that normal traffic is coming and going from the department."


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THREE LOCAL KIDS PLACE AT 2024 BADGER STATE GAMES


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-15-2024, 04:11 PM

   
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On Sunday, June 23, 2024, Wisconsin track & field athletes gathered in Marathon City for the 2024 Badger State Games, an annual competition.

Park Falls was represented by Hadley Bay, age 9; Harper Patterson, age 8; and Carson Bay, age 6.

Hadley Bay competed in the Youth Girls 9-10 Age Division.  She chose to compete in four events, which is the maximum events allowed for her group.  Hadley took a 3rd place finish in the long jump and carried that momentum to the track with her running events.  She took 1st place in the 1500, 3rd place in the 400, and 4th place in the 800.

Harper Patterson competed in the Youth Girls 8 and Under Division, competing in three events, which is the maximum number allowed for kids eight years old and under.  Harper started her day in the long jump by taking 2nd place and then turned her sights to the track in which she took 1st place in both the 400 and 800 runs.

Carson Bay competed in the Youth Boys 8 and Under Division.  Being one of the younger competitors in the games, he had himself quite the day.  Carson competed in the maximum number of events for his age group, which is three.  He took 6th place in the long jump and then highlighted his day with a 2nd place finish in the 400 and a 1st place finish in the 800.


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PRESIDENT TRUMP SURVIVES ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT AT PENNSYLVANIA RALLY


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-14-2024, 02:23 AM

   

Former president, Donald Trump, was speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania.  A short time into the rally, it sounded like gunshots rang out, President Trump reached toward his right ear, lowered himself to the floor of the stage, and was surrounded by Secret Service and security personnel.  He was able to stand and walk off the stage, raising his right arm multiple times.  It appeared that blood was coming from his right ear.  He was taken to the hospital.

The Secret Service issued the following statement, "An incident occurred the evening of July 13 at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania.  The Secret Service has implemented protective measures, and the former president is safe.  This is now an active Secret Service investigation, and further information will be released when available."

The Trump campaign has issued the following statement, "President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act.  He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility.  More details will follow."

Reports state the shooter is dead.  As an update at 2:30 a.m., it has been reported by authorities that Thomas Matthew Crooks, age 20, of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, is the "subject involved."  Sadly, a rally attendee was reportedly killed, according to local officials.  At least two rally attendees were critically injured.  The FBI has categorized this as an assassination attempt.

At 6:57 p.m., President Biden issued the following statement, "I have been briefed on the shooting at Donald Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania.

"I’m grateful to hear that he’s safe and doing well. I’m praying for him and his family and for all those who were at the rally, as we await further information.

"Jill and I are grateful to the Secret Service for getting him to safety. There’s no place for this kind of violence in America. We must unite as one nation to condemn it."

At 7:54 p.m. CST, President Trump stated, "I want to thank The United States Secret Service, and all of law enforcement, for their rapid response on the shooting that just took place in Butler, Pennsylvania.  Most importantly, I want to extend my condolences to the family of the person at the rally who was killed, and also to the family of another person that was badly injured.  It is incredible that such an act can take place in our country.  Nothing is known at this time about the shooter, who is now dead.  I was shot with a bullet that pierced the upper part of my right ear.  I knew immediately that something was wrong in that I heard a whizzing sound, shots, and immediately felt the bullet ripping through the skin.  Much bleeding took place, so I realized then what was happening.  GOD BLESS AMERICA!"


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VILAS COUNTY: FIRE AT A LODGE DESTROYS A BUILDING


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-12-2024, 02:31 AM

On Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 9:56 p.m., the Vilas County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call reporting smoke and flames, which were coming from a maintenance building at 1965 Wild Eagle Lane in Eagle River, Wisconsin.  The building is owned by Wild Eagle Lodge.

According to Lieutenant Mike Aderman, "The building was not occupied and there were no injuries during the fire.  Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the maintenance building and prevent the fire from spreading to another building close by.  The Wild Eagle Lodge will remain open for business and service to their customers is not compromised.  The cause of the fire does not appear to be suspicious and foul play is not suspected upon initial investigation."

Agencies responding to the scene included the Eagle River Fire Department, Conover Fire Department, Three Lakes Fire Department, Aspirus Eagle River Ambulance, Vilas County Sheriff’s Department, and Eagle River Police Department.

   


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COUNTY-WIDE GARAGE SALE EVENT (AUGUST 15-18, 2024)


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My Northern Wisconsin, 07-08-2024, 01:54 AM

After four successful community-wide garage sale events in Phillips over the past four years, we are adding a garage sale event from August 15th to the 18th for the entire county.

HOW DO I LIST MY PRICE COUNTY GARAGE SALE FOR FREE?

Send an e-mail to Contact@MyPriceCounty.com with “Garage Sale” in the subject line.  Include your first and last name, full address of your garage sale location, the days (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday) and the times you set for your garage sale, along with a short list (25 words or less) of some of the items that will be at your garage sale.  The deadline for submitting your garage sale is Monday, August 12, 2024 at noon.

Friday and Saturday will be the biggest days of the garage sale event.  However, those wanting to list a garage sale on Thursday and Sunday may do so, but the best days have proven to be on Friday and Saturday.  You can set your own days and your own hours.

As long as you have an address in Price County (Phillips, Park Falls, Prentice, Ogema, Kennan, Catawba, Fifield, southern Butternut, etc.), you can list your garage sale.  The listing is free.  Given this is county-wide, we realize it may be a very large event to put together.  If you want to help support this county-wide event, you can pay $10 for your ad at this link.  Those who pay for their ad will be listed at the top of the list (in order the ads are received) for their city, town, or village and be recognized as a sponsor.  Any person or business wanting to make a larger donation to support this event, free news, and the promotion of our great county, can do so at this link.

HOW DO I GET A LIST OF THE GARAGE SALES SO I CAN GO THRIFT SHOPPING?

Go to MyPriceCounty.com/sales.html to find a list of the sales.  The complete list will be available the morning of Thursday, August 15, 2024 so check back on that day.

HOW CAN I HELP PROMOTE THIS EVENT?

We had our 4th annual community-wide garage sale weekend in Phillips in June 2024.  We decided to add an event in August this year, on a trial run, for the entire county.  Both events are meant to help promote the community.  Please help us make others aware of this event by telling your friends, sharing the event on Facebook at this link, printing the flier (shown below) and displaying it at your business, or liking/sharing our Facebook page, facebook.com/mypricecounty.  Also, consider hosting a garage sale or going thrift shopping that weekend!

   


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