Get ready for a political clash in Superior’s 2nd District as Councilor Jenny Van Sickle faces opponent Sarah Anderson, a mental health pro. Key issues like lead pipe replacement and housing make this election complex!
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Douglas County, WI: The Wild West of Wisconsin Politics
Welcome to Douglas County—where the trees outnumber the people, and local politics make reality TV look boring. Nestled in the rugged beauty of northern Wisconsin, Douglas County is where Lake Superior crashes against the shore, deer outnumber residents, and everyone’s got an opinion on how to fix the roads (spoiler: they never get fixed).
Home to the city of Superior—aka Duluth’s scrappier sibling—Douglas County is a patchwork of small towns, sprawling forests, and enough community boards to make your head spin. Whether it’s figuring out who actually runs what, our political scene is a mix of passionate arguments and good old-fashioned Midwestern stubbornness.
Exposing Broadband Lies: Taxpayer Funds Drive Expensive Non-Competition
The City of Superior is misleading taxpayers about its broadband project’s costs, hiding millions in expenses and perpetuating old telecom issues, leading to higher bills and taxes for residents.
Mayor Jim Paine’s Land Deal: Family Ties, Ethics, and Indigenous Issues
Unravel Mayor Jim Paine’s family connections amid questions on land deals and conflicts of interest. Join the debate on forest development and its impact on the St. Louis River community.
Top 50 Highest-Paid Public Workers: 2023 Government Salaries & Benefits
Explore key financial metrics of the top 50 payrolls over $5 million and benefits over $7.7 million. Discover visual insights that reveal these important figures for the industry.
Revealed: The Scandalous Marriage of Jenny Van Sickle and Mayor Jim Paine
Mayor Jim Paine and Jenny Van Sickle’s seemingly perfect marriage masks a troubled past of ethical concerns. As Van Sickle serves on the City Council, a Supreme Court ruling raises questions about their political goals.
Why Douglas County Should Record and Share Its Government Meetings
Uncover the mystery of Douglas County’s Teams meetings, where recordings disappear and details are unclear, lacking transparency on crucial discussions and taxpayer spending. Join our investigation.
City Leaders Turn Down Free Money for Lead Poisoning – Your Water Remains Toxic
The Superior City Council rejected a resolution for free federal funds to replace toxic lead pipes, risking residents’ health and prompting calls for accountability from local leaders.
Mayor Jim Paine’s Controversial Wetlands Deal: Family Ties and Misconduct?
Emails show concerns that Mayor Paine may have misused city resources for family property issues, raising questions about conflict of interest and the need for transparency in municipal resource use.
Mayor Jim Paine’s Land Controversy: Public Trust vs. Private Gain?
Superior, WI Mayor Jim Paine involved in land easement controversy.
Mayor’s Family to Benefit from Controversial Conservation Easement Change
Emails show Superior Mayor Jim Paine and Councilor Jenny Van Sickle tried to change a conservation easement for the mayor’s family’s property, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.