A fourth-generation family farm will play host to the 2026 Breakfast on the Farm in Oconto County.

Riewe Farms is a family-owned and operated dairy farm north of Oconto.

The farm was originally purchased by Adolph and Ida Riewe in 1915. In 1946, Clair and Delores Riewe assumed operations, followed by Richard and Diane Riewe in 1982.

Troy Krause is returning home – sort of.

Krause, who grew up in Shawano, will be the new superintendent of the Bowler School District effective July 1, according to a news release from the Bowler School Board.

Mandela Barnes believes corporate greed has helped crush the path to the middle class for many Wisconsinites.

Housing prices continue to rise, which has prompted the city of Shawano to discuss how to bring more affordable housing in the community.

Alderman Jack Young brought the matter to the attention of the city industrial and commercial development committee during its March 19 meeting, noting that there’s a high demand, but there’s limited incentive for developers to provide it.

The Lena School District has been trying to save taxpayers money by underlevying as much as possible over the last three years, helping property owners to save almost $1.1 million in the process.

It’s not the actual green light needed to build a new courthouse in Shawano County, but it’s close as you can get until then.

Supervisors will meet at 3 p.m. March 25 to vote on a maximum amount to borrow to build a new courthouse — a decision that will guide them when any future borrowing votes are taken.