July 24, 2026 – Bluejay 96.3FM 730AM

Stevens Point Pre-Teen to Represent Wisconsin at National Miss Amazing Pageant

July 24, 2026July 24, 2026 Steve DillonMISS AMAZING

A Stevens Point pre-teen is preparing to represent Wisconsin at the National Miss Amazing pageant after winning the state’s pre-teen title earlier this year. Emma White, who has Down syndrome, earned the opportunity to compete on the national stage through the Wisconsin Miss Amazing program, which empowers girls and women with disabilities by promoting confidence, self-esteem, leadership, and personal achievement. Emma will compete this weekend in Chicago, where participants from across the country will take part in talent, interview, and formal wear events. For her talent presentation, she plans to…

New Finance Director Approved for Lincoln County

July 24, 2026July 23, 2026 Steve DillonLINCOLN COUNTY NEW FINANCE DIRECTOR

Lincoln County has a new finance director following action by the County Board Tuesday. Supervisors unanimously approved the appointment of Korey Bloch to the position, effective August 17. Bloch succeeds Heather Marheine, who recently resigned after serving as finance director for the past two years. County Board Chair Don Friske said Bloch is a Merrill native with financial experience at a large local business. Bloch attended Tuesday’s meeting and was welcomed by supervisors following the board’s vote. Bloch steps into the role as Lincoln County begins work on its 2027…