Thursday Jun 25 | Stevens Point Journal
Vegetable growers share insight during Garden Walks
Community members have the chance to get an up-close and personal look at private vegetable gardens in Portage County this summer during the new Garden Walks.
Couples illegal adoption case proceeds
A Stevens Point man accused of conning a Custer woman into giving them her child remains in jail on $10,000 bond.
The Midwest renewable energy fair
This week, I am reporting from the Midwest Renewable Energy Association's Energy Fair.
Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune
Sustainable fuels generate excitement at Energy Fair
While driveing across the Midwest this summer, chances are you'll find some kind of car show -- men huddled in groups to admire the fins of an old Cadillac, the engine of a custom-built muscle car or the towing power of a new pickup truck.
Central Wisconsin Hosts Annual Renewable Energy Fair
Want to cut energy costs? You may find some ideas at the 20th annual Midwest Renewable Energy Fair in central Wisconsin that opens Friday.
Restaurant mural to feature familiar faces around town
Some familiar faces should be showing up in downtown Stevens Point this fall. Work has begun on a new mural on the side of the Cozy Kitchen which will feature local residents and snippets of the area's history using a '50s diner theme.
Couple arrested after getting baby illegally
A Stevens Point couple is in Portage County Jail after police say they got a baby illegally.
Passengers OK after balloon crash
Five people involved in a Saturday evening hot-air balloon crash in the town of Cassel were in fair condition and recovering Sunday night, according to an Aspirus Wausau Hospital spokesperson.
Couple celebrate 60th anniversary
Al and Carol Firkus of Custer celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary May 17 with a dinner at the Sky Club in Plover.
World's Largest Energy Fair in Wisconsin Next Weekend
Midwest Renewable Energy Association is holding its 20th annual Energy Fair Friday June 19th through Sunday June 21st at the ReNew the Earth Institute in Custer.
Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy helps teens set lives on right path
When 18-year-old Andrew Johnston's father, Charlie, died in 2006, his life spiraled out of control.
Green Talk: Becoming eco-friendly has many benefits
Awareness, education and community involvement are not only important, but can be fun and exciting when exploring ways to transition to a long-lasting green lifestyle.
Resisting an officer: Around 7:19 p.m. Wednesday at ShopKo parking lot, 1200 Main St., officers received report of a male brandishing a handgun and that a bicycle tire had been slashed by a knife.
The following local students graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Stout during spring commencement exercises: Benjamin Wroblewski, Custer, bachelor's degree, graphic communications management; Dean Sommerfeld, Iola, master's degree, career and technical education; Barbara Jascor, Plover, educational specialist degree, career and technical ...
Bailjumping: Leo E. Gonzalez, 27, Stevens Point, convicted of bailjumping. Sentenced to 42 days in jail and a fine of $88. Ignacio P. Velazquez, 37, convicted of bailjumping.
Possession of marijuana with intent to deliver: Leo E. Gonzalez, 27, Stevens Point, convicted of possession of marijuana with intent to deliver.
The following meetings will take place in Manitowoc County: n Friends of Mariners Trail will meet at 6:30 p.m. April 22 at the Manitowoc Parks and Recreation Department, 1105 Fleetwood Drive, Manitowoc.
Portage County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 4:15 p.m., Plover Branch Library, 2151 Roosevelt Drive, Plover.
Irving 'Andy' O. Anderson, 82, of 603 Chestnut St., Whiting, died peacefully Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at home with his family by his side.
Source: Portage County Clerk of Courts Operating while intoxicated: Jason M. Ellman, 24, Stevens Point, convicted of operating while intoxicated.