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Superior Spent $50,000 So Mayor Jim Paine Could Nap in Peace

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Wisconsin News You Should Know: Milwaukee Cop Allegedly Used Flock Like a Creepy Ex With a Badge

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BUDGETS? WHAT BUDGETS?! City Hall Blows $1.3 MILLION Past Budget Limits Like Taxpayer Money Grows on Lake Superior Ice

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Court Docs – Civil Rights and FLSA Complaint – LeRette v. City of Superior & Champaigne (March 7, 2025)

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Election 2026: Voters vs. the Budget That Ate Superior

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City Leaders Turn Down Free Money for Lead Poisoning – Your Water Remains Toxic

in City Hall City of Superior Garner Moffat Jack Sweeney Jenny Van Sickle Lindsey Graskey Mayor Jim Paine Nick Ledin Ruth Ludwig on February 24, 2025 March 11, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

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.

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Mayor Jim Paine’s Controversial Wetlands Deal: Family Ties and Misconduct?

in City Hall City of Superior Mayor Jim Paine Rebecca Scherf on February 20, 2025 March 20, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

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.

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Mayor Jim Paine’s Land Controversy: Public Trust vs. Private Gain?

in City Hall City of Superior Jenny Van Sickle Mayor Jim Paine Rebecca Scherf on February 19, 2025 March 11, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

Superior, WI Mayor Jim Paine involved in land easement controversy.

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Superior City Faces Criticism for Overlooking DNR Warnings on Land Development

in City Hall City of Superior Mayor Jim Paine on February 17, 2025 April 2, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

Discover the serious easement violation in Superior, WI, where city officials permitted private development on protected land, prompting outrage. See how the Wisconsin DNR is handling this issue.

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Exploring Superior’s Easement Issues: A Look at Government and Land Mismanagement

in City Hall City of Superior Mayor Jim Paine on February 17, 2025 April 2, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

Examine the easement violation by the City of Superior and how private ownership harms protected lands. Learn about the neglect’s impact and state officials’ efforts to resolve these environmental issues.

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Mayor Jim Paine: Uncovering Taxpayer-Funded Trips and Expenses

in City Hall City of Superior on February 10, 2025 November 10, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

Where is Mayor Jim Paine? Taxpayers are footing the bill for his lavish trips and stays in luxury hotels while crucial city services struggle as his expenses rise.

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Taxpayers Cover Costs: Superior WI’s Landscaping Grants Frustrate Homeowners

in City Hall City of Superior Jenny Van Sickle Mayor Jim Paine on February 2, 2025 April 7, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

In Superior, Wisconsin, homeowners must pay for alley paving while seeking grants for front yard improvements, raising concerns about city finances and infrastructure amid rising property taxes.

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SoupNutz Episode 14 – BREAKING NEWS! : Superior Mayor Found Burying Numbers in Deep, Dark Hole!

in City Hall City of Superior Jenny Van Sickle Mayor Jim Paine on January 31, 2025 February 13, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

In the quirky town of Superior, Mayor Jim spins numbers while concealing budget issues and deteriorating streets. As taxpayers struggle, this story warns against leaders prioritizing self-interest over community needs.

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Mayor Jim Confuses Mill Rates with Milkshakes! Residents Left Counting Pennies!

in City Hall City of Superior Garner Moffat Jenny Van Sickle Mayor Jim Paine Ruth Ludwig Tylor Elm on January 27, 2025 February 13, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

Find out how Superior’s city hall cuts the mill rate, yet homeowners face rising property taxes from reassessments. Learn about the true costs of living in Superior and why your monthly bills might be higher than anticipated.

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SoupNutz Episode 13 – Soggy Math: Jim Paine and Jenny Van Sickle’s Spreadsheet Soap Opera Splashes Into Court!

in City Hall City of Superior Jenny Van Sickle Mayor Jim Paine on January 24, 2025 November 10, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email

Join Mick and Angela in the new Soup Nutz episode as they explore Mayor Jim Paine’s dubious claims and funny charts on Superior, WI water rates, including the $1-a-month sewage savings!

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