Shawano-Menominee Counties Circuit Court judges William Kussel Jr. and Katherine Sloma could eventually have some company on the bench.

On Feb. 19, Wisconsin Assembly representatives passed Assembly Bill 514, known as the Justice for All Act. Among the issues it seeks to address is a third circuit court judgeship for Shawano and Menominee counties.

A fire in the early morning of March 3 resulted in the total destruction of the Menominee Tribal Enterprises stacker building and its contents.

In addition, some lumber inventory was damaged in the fire, according to a news release from MTE.

There were no reported injuries related to the incident.

Wendy Crawford’s list of volunteer activities and service to the Shawano community is long and varied.

It’s been nearly six years since Stubborn Brothers Brewery officially opened its doors to the Shawano community. Since then, it’s been a two-way street for the business and local nonprofits.

Area community and business leaders gathered Feb. 26 for the Shawano Country Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet, an extra special event this year as the chamber is celebrating its 100th anniversary.

The black-tie affair was held at the Menominee Casino Resort, where members honored top individuals and businesses for 2025.

Cavities, root canals and braces are just part of the job for Shawano dentist Rebecca Stevens.

So is community service and that’s one of the reasons her practice, Shawano Family Dentistry, was named Service Business of the Year for 2025. The Shawano Country Chamber of Commerce recognized Stevens and her staff Feb. 26 at the chamber’s annual banquet at the Menominee Casino Resort Convention Center in Keshena.