A Cameron man was found deceased Saturday morning, Jan. 11, apparently as result of a vehicl…

Janis L. Lyon, 76, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family, under the care of St. Croix Hospice. She was born on April 12, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, to William and Theresa (Zilinsky) Becvar, proudly making her 100 percent Czechoslovakian.

A Pokegama Lake Resort Owner received a special exception from the Barron County Board of Adjustment for expansion and the construction of a garage at its Monday, Jan. 27, meeting.

6 days ago · The Chetek Alert is a weekly newspaper published in Chetek, Wisconsin, a city of 2,000 residents located in southeastern Barron County, which has a total county population of 43,308. The Alert has been published continuously since its beginning in September 1882, making it the oldest business operating under the same name in the city. Jim Bell has owned The Chetek Alert since June 2011.

4 days ago · The Premier Vacation Guide to the Chetek Chain of Lakes is now available at your local newsstand and retailers. This comprehensive guide provides visitors and locals the information they need

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers visited a Chetek farm on Thursday, Jan. 16, to discuss farmer mental health and the newly created statewide Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention.

4 days ago · A Pokegama Lake Resort Owner received a special exception from the Barron County Board of Adjustment for expansion and the construction of a garage at its Monday, Jan. 27, meeting.

Jan 15, 2025 · City building inspector Joe Atwood observed several compromises to the building including damage to load-bearing walls at the address. Pictured above is an example of a compromised wall observed on December 17, during the inspection.

Nov 20, 2024 · The city recently approved its Shoreline Provisions Ordinance in an effort to prevent and control further water pollution to the Chetek Chain of Lakes from lakeshore property development. The Chetek Alert Photo

Feb 14, 2024 · With the unseasonably warm weather this year, Chetek’s winter has brought with it unique challenges for local organizations including the Chetek Chamber of Commerce.