Weekly News Blast

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 February 20, 2026 by ana

The Plan Commission met this week. As a result of the recommendations from the PC and the subsequent Board decision, The T. Grant will be submitting the approved rezoned parcels to the Portage County Planning and Zoning Committee for an upcoming meeting. Coming soon: Sign Permit application to accompany our Sign Ordinance.

The Public Works crew continues to brush along the Town rights of way. They are doing a lot of work this winter to increase visibility for all those using our roads. Be sure to thank them as you see them working along.

I’m relieved that the humps and bumps on our roads do not compare with those on the Winter Olympic moguls – OMG! But enjoy our snow,

Sharon