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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
DNR: Wisconsin's general inland fishing season opens statewide on May 3
(WFRV) – Starting this weekend, anglers all across Wisconsin will be hitting the waters as the general inland fishing season begins statewide. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that the general fishing season opens on Saturday, May 3. All Wisconsin residents age 16 and older are required to purchase a fishing license, with annual licenses costing $20 per person and a spousal license running $31. Nonprofit raising money to help local vet move closer to cancer treatment With more than 15,000 inland lakes, 42,000 miles of perennial streams and rivers, 1,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, and 260 miles of the Mississippi River, there are plenty of great places to reel in the big one this summer. For anglers looking to find and explore a new spot, the Wisconsin DNR recommends its new Wisconsin Fishing Finder. Fishing licenses and stamps can be purchased in multiple ways, including online through Go Wild, at a registered sales location, or at DNR Service Centers. Sheboygan PD celebrates decorated career of retired K9, helped seize 32K grams of narcotics The Wisconsin DNR shared the following reminders to all anglers: Help minimize the spread of aquatic invasive species by removing plants and animals from boats before and after launching, draining all water from compartments, and never moving live fish away from any water body. To prevent the spread of fish diseases, remove all water, aquatic vegetation, and/or mud from fishing equipment before leaving their fishing location. All fishing equipment, including boats, trailers, boots, waders, nets, and float tubes, should be thoroughly cleaned and dried before being used again. If not keeping your catch, follow proper fish handling protocols to ensure a safe release. Follow safe boating procedures and always wear a life jacket when on the water. Review all the rules and regulations for the waters you intend to fish. Anglers can also find additional information on the DNR's Fishing webpage or by contacting a local fisheries biologist. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Yahoo
Search continues for 20-year-old Chicagoan who went missing when boat capsized in Wisconsin River
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. (WFRV) – The search is still ongoing for the 20-year-old Chicagoan who went missing after a boat capsized in the Wisconsin River on April 3, with one person escaping and another person being found dead a day later. amidst a search that has gone on for almost two weeks, while police found the body of a 75-year-old family member, Luis F. Di Filippo, in the Wisconsin River on April 4. Fire Department in Wisconsin offering free smoke alarms to qualified residents through program The Wisconsin Dells Police Department's most recent update came around 9 p.m. on Tuesday, saying that Francesco has still not been found. The water level and discharge rate are slowly dropping; however, diver Juan Heredia and Bruce's Legacy searched the River on Tuesday. More volunteers and search groups are expected to join search efforts in the following days, but officials continue to urge extreme caution, especially for those unfamiliar with it. Conditions could change quickly, and those on the river should always be in a life jacket. The current conditions are unsafe for a canoe or kayak, as the river is high and fast. Wisconsin Dells Police say that the search area shifted further south of the Indian Trails boat launch, and lots of water has yet to be covered. DNR launches new fishing resource, the 'Wisconsin Fishing Finder' The temperature also needs to rise for the search to have a higher success rate. As some of the area may be on private property, people must still ask landowners if they are to search on their property. Anybody who may see something that could help is urged to contact officials immediately. Local 5 will continue to provide updates as more information on the search for Francesco becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Fire Department in Wisconsin offering free smoke alarms to qualified residents through program
NEW BERLIN, Wis. (WFRV) – A Fire Department in Wisconsin is initiating a new program to help people get smoke alarms for free while reminding people of the importance of having multiple functioning detectors. The New Berlin Fire Department says that waking up when a fire happens is unlikely if your smoke alarms aren't working, as a human's sense of smell doesn't work while sleeping. The department announced its new program for qualifying owner-occupied homes to get a free smoke alarm. DNR launches new fishing resource, the 'Wisconsin Fishing Finder' Those who qualify must live in New Berlin, own and live in their home, which must not be a rental property. They also must be one of the following: Age 65 and up Low-income, eligible for government programs Disabled 'Hope to see everyone Just One More time': Green Bay area bar & grill announces final day before closure Rental properties are not qualified as the landlord must replace and/or repair a defunct alarm within five days of being alerted. If you are a tenant, contact your landlord and if the problem isn't solved, contact the Fire Administration. Residents must contact the Fire Administration office at (262) 785-6120 to apply for this program. More information is available here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
