Air Quality Alert: Wildfire smoke from fires in southern Ontario, Canada and northeast Minnesota has moved into Wisconsin, creating unhealthy air quality conditions. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has issued an Air Quality Advisory through noon on Thursday. Air quality is expected to reach the Unhealthy to Very Unhealthy level, with the potential to reach the Hazardous Air Quality Index level. The advisory will be re-evaluated Thursday morning and may be extended based on conditions. According to the Department of Health Services, wildfire smoke can affect anyone, but people who may notice symptoms sooner include older adults, young children, people who are pregnant, outdoor workers, and individuals with heart or lung conditions such as asthma or COPD.

Posted on July 8, 2026 by clerk

DNR Invasive Species Regulations Update Public Hearing

Invasive Species Regulations Update

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced the opening of the public comment period for the draft rule language associated with proposed revisions to ch. NR 40, Wisconsin’s Invasive Species Rule. The department will also be holding a public hearing on the proposed rule on Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 5 p.m.

Visit the department’s website to access the draft rule, an updated economic impact analysis and supplemental Rule Revision Guide. Details on the hearing and how to submit comments can be found in the hearing notice.

The department will be accepting public comments through Aug. 7, 2026.