3/25/2026

MADISON — A bill that would make online sports betting legal in Wisconsin passed the state senate last week in a 21-12 vote.  The bill would require the servers hosting online sportsbooks to be physically located on tribal lands in Wisconsin. That would give tribes a large portion of online sports betting profits, a portion of which would be passed onto the state.  Evers has shown general interest in allowing sports betting with tribal control but It’s unclear if he’ll sign.  A Marquette Law School Poll shows 64% of Wisconsin voters oppose the legalization.  Meanwhile A Siena University study found that 22% of all Americans have an active online sports betting account. According to a study by the American Gaming Association, illegal online gaming and sports betting brought in $23.6 billion in 2024.  If signed, the bill would make Wisconsin the 32nd state to make online sports betting legal.

3/25/2026

N. WISCONSIN - The Chequamegon Humane Association or CHA is holding a donation drive for its annual fundraiser, seeking themed gift baskets, wine baskets, large gift items, and outdoor gear for the raffle tables, valued at $50 or more to maximize fundraising for animal care. Monetary donations are also vital for purchasing prizes or covering immediate shelter needs. Community creativity with basket themes is encouraged. All contributions directly support CHA’s shelter, food, veterinary care, and adoption services. The main fundraiser, Power of the Paws is scheduled for Saturday, May 9th. The drive continues until May 1st The drive continues until May 1st For more information, go to www.chaadopt.org/events

3/24/2026

PARK FALLS – A proposed housing complex in Park Falls would add 60 units on 20 acres to help ease the housing crisis in Northern Price County.  The Park Falls City Council Selected Commonwealth Real Estate Acquisitions LLC to oversee building the complex.  Commonwealth will next apply for housing tax credits to fund the project and analyze the site of the complex while the city holds the property.  The proposed 20-acre site would be on State Highway 13 and Tower Road in Park Falls. Construction could start as soon as late next year.