Former newspaper columnist John Gibbs dies

An April 23 celebration of life is set for former Crawford County Independent and Kickapoo Scout columnist John F. Gibbs, age 80, of Gays Mills, who passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Lakeview Health Center in West Salem.

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Think your identity was stolen? Act fast

Identity theft can happen quickly and fixing it can take time. In Wisconsin, consumers have tools and legal protections to help limit the damage, but acting quickly matters.

Lakeland Times files records complaint about Vilas County emails

Lakeland Times publisher Gregg Walker has filed an open records complaint against Vilas County zoning administrator David Sadenwasser, alleging that his response to a records request omitted emails the newspaper later obtained independently — communications that could prove pivotal in potential litigation.

Spring chores begin

When spring creeps into Wisconsin, there’s a sudden urgency to complete lots of outdoor chores to wipe away the remnants of winter and even fall.

Spring has officially sprung

Across Wisconsin, gardens begin to bloom, greenhouses come to life, and outdoor spaces invite visitors to slow down and soak in the season of spring.