This year, the Wilder Fire Department canceled its annual fish fry, citing rising prices. In support, Barleycorn’s Brewhouse is releasing its “Wildfire” Irish Red Ale. The Wildfire tapping party will take place on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Barleycorn’s Brewhouse in Wilder. The first pour will be tapped at 5:30 p.m., and the […]
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Wilder Fire Department cancels fish fry due to rising costs
The Wilder Fire Department’s annual fish fry is being canceled due to rising costs, the department announced on Facebook. In the post, they cited multiple economic factors, such as chronic inflation and the increased cost of food and supplies. “The rising costs of food and supplies due to the ongoing inflation crisis have made it […]
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Wilder to modernize city building, increase pay for city workers
The City of Wilder is set to approve a new $6.9 million annual budget with special appropriations for updating the city building and increasing pay for all city personnel. The improvements to city hall will focus on improving the functionality and presentation of the council chamber. That includes new carpet, an upgraded dais, and two […]
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Wilder approves $1.2 million bond for new firetruck
Wilder City Council approved a $1.2 million bond agreement in a regular April meeting as part of a multi-faceted plan to fund a new fire truck. The city received six bids from various banks willing to finance the order. City Administrator Terry Vance recommended Chase Bank’s offer of a locked annual interest rate of 3.4% […]