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Eating healthy not as expensive as you might think

Many people believe eating healthy is costly or bland, but Lisa Miller, a registered dietitian with Aspirus Health, sets the record straight. “One common misconception I hear is that eating healthy costs more,” Miller said. “But when you compare the price of a bag of carrots, bananas or apples to a bag of chips, the chips are usually more expensive.” Another myth?
Town of Little Suamico needs new leadership
To the editor, With the upcoming elections in the Town of Little Suamico, we clearly need new direction. After voting in a new board two years ago, election of Chairman Dale Mohr clearly was a mistake. He does not understand his new role as he is wearing too many hats.
Center good reason to vote no on referendum
To the editor: DOSE, the Department of School Efficiency. The Suring Public School District is asking voters to approve a $1.5 million referendum on April 1 — a 55% increase from the previous $900,000. Meanwhile, the school board chose to build a $370,000 experimental community center, known as SMAC, without a separate building referendum.
Vote no on Voter ID law measure
To the editor, On April 1, we are being asked, by the partisan Wisconsin legislature, to vote to embed our Voter ID law into our constitution. If we do so, only the legislature will be allowed to decide what is a valid ID. This is the sixth attempt in the past year to restrict voting access. Wisconsin already has a successful Voter ID law. Investigations have shown a lack of fraud in our elections.
Russ tabbed as new Oconto Falls superintendent
Oconto Falls High School Principal Stuart Russ has been chosen as the school district’s next superintendent. The school board announced March 11 that Russ, now in his second year as principal at OFHS, will succeed Dean Hess, who is retiring at the end of June after 10 years at the helm. Russ started his teaching career in the Luxemburg-Casco School District, moving to the Rosendale-Brandon School District and then entering administration as an as
College, school district strengthen commitment to student success
The College of Menominee Nation and the Menominee Indian School District signed a memorandum of understanding signaling their dedication to providing greater opportunities for their students and strengthening the Menominee community. The two organizations share many common values and concerns about the long-term success of the Menominee community.
Driver in fatal hit-and-run crash ruled not competent
A Gillett man who was arrested Oct. 28 in Arkansas after allegedly fleeing the scene of a fatal ATV accident in Oconto County has been found not competent to assist in his own defense at this time. After a review of an examiner’s report, Oconto County Judge Jay Conley ruled that Obilio Tomas Sargento Roblero, 32, currently is not competent but is likely to become competent within the statutory time line of one year.
Shawano County municipal, school board candidates noted
Election Day is April 1, and local voters will head to the polls to cast ballots for local municipal and school board leaders. There are a couple of statewide races and statewide referendum question on the ballot as well. Town of Almon: Chairman Steve Onesti; Supervisor 1 Scott Matsche; Supervisor 2 Brady Strassburg; Clerk Heather Matsche; Treasurer Becky Herb. Town of Angelica: Incumbent Chairman James Przybylski is challenged by Allan Maroszek;
Bonduel boys are statebound!
March 15 Bonduel 56, Auburndale 44 For the first time in school history, the Bonduel Bears boys basketball team will participate in the WIAA state tournament. Bonduel defeated Auburndale 56-44 to win their Division 4 sectional and advance to the state tournament. The teams each scored 27 points in the second half, but the Bears’ 12-point lead from the first half was plenty to earn the win. Ryan Westrich led Bonduel with 19 points, and Cade Johnso
Granquist takes third in 3-Point Challenge
Lauren Strifling, a senior from Homestead, won the 2025 girls 3-Point Challenge held March 15 at the Resch Center in conjunction with the WIAA girls basketball tournament. Strifling, representing Division 1, was one of 10 participants. She scored an overtime score of 10 points to win the contest. Senior Kristina Ouimette of Lakeland was runner-up with nine points in the overtime round.
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