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28/11/2025

See what readers had to say.

Two more Hudson School Board members write of their decision to close two elementary schools, Houlton and Willow River, in the district. Others write about national politics — a new bill, SNAP funding and Donald Trump and his administration's recent conduct.

Welcoming back Dawn Jeffers Ramstad.
28/11/2025

Welcoming back Dawn Jeffers Ramstad.

Perhaps we are old friends. Perhaps we are just getting acquainted as you read my first contribution as a Hudson Star Observer columnist.

Gobble, gobble: Enjoy holiday festivities in River Falls and Hudson with parades, Santa visits and local shopping, all w...
27/11/2025

Gobble, gobble: Enjoy holiday festivities in River Falls and Hudson with parades, Santa visits and local shopping, all while supporting your community.

Celebrate the holidays with River Dazzle and Light Up Hudson! Enjoy parades, Santa, twinkling lights, and festive activities for the whole family.

WWH has donated a parcel of land near the original Baldwin hospital site to SCV Habitat, supporting the construction of ...
26/11/2025

WWH has donated a parcel of land near the original Baldwin hospital site to SCV Habitat, supporting the construction of future Habitat homes for local families in need.

Navigating the holiday season can be challenging for those in recovery or struggling with mental health issues. Hazelden...
26/11/2025

Navigating the holiday season can be challenging for those in recovery or struggling with mental health issues. Hazelden Betty Ford shares tips for safeguarding progress during this time, emphasizing the importance of planning, self-care and recognizing triggers.

A three-pointer from the corner by senior Avery Hoff with 13 seconds left in the game proved to be the difference as the...
26/11/2025

A three-pointer from the corner by senior Avery Hoff with 13 seconds left in the game proved to be the difference as the Somerset girls basketball team won a frantically played game at New Richmond Monday night, 58-57.

Somerset girls basketball team wins a thrilling game against New Richmond with a last-second three-pointer. Turnovers and rebounding played a key role.

The first round of the RFHS Senior Exit Interviews will take place from 8 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Dec. 5 in the River Fall...
26/11/2025

The first round of the RFHS Senior Exit Interviews will take place from 8 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Dec. 5 in the River Falls High School Library Media Center.

It's the most wonderful time of the year and it comes with an opportunity for you, your colleagues and others you may know.

Homeowners and businesses joined together to host the 39th annual Christmas Tour of Homes in Hudson.
26/11/2025

Homeowners and businesses joined together to host the 39th annual Christmas Tour of Homes in Hudson.

The Hudson Chamber of Commerce organized the 39th annual Christmas Tour of Homes over the weekend, showing November isn’t too early to celebrate the holidays. The event sold 1,647 tickets

When the UW-River Falls football team hosts Chapman University (Calif.) Saturday in its first NCAA playoff game in histo...
25/11/2025

When the UW-River Falls football team hosts Chapman University (Calif.) Saturday in its first NCAA playoff game in history at David Smith Stadium, they’ll have the WIAC Offensive Player of the Year, WIAC Defensive Player of the Year, and WIAC Newcom…

UW-River Falls football team makes history with WIAC award winners and first NCAA playoff appearance. Exciting times for the Falcons!

During Roberts' sesquicentennial celebration last month, graphic designer Heather Albrecht revitalized Roberts Main Stre...
25/11/2025

During Roberts' sesquicentennial celebration last month, graphic designer Heather Albrecht revitalized Roberts Main Street with a mural celebrating the area's agricultural heritage.

Breaking: Majority of the Hudson Rod, Gun & Archery Club members at a meeting Oct. 21 voted in favor of a potential futu...
25/11/2025

Breaking: Majority of the Hudson Rod, Gun & Archery Club members at a meeting Oct. 21 voted in favor of a potential future contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Majority of the Hudson Rod, Gun & Archery Club members who attended a meeting Oct. 21 voted in favor of a potential contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which would

Tattersall Distilling offers a few events around the holidays, hosting a Thanksgiving and the multi-day Winter Market ov...
24/11/2025

Tattersall Distilling offers a few events around the holidays, hosting a Thanksgiving and the multi-day Winter Market over the course of the next two months.

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