Washburn County Economic Development Corporation

06/02/2026

City of Spooner announces Strategic Planning Process. Take the Survey, Participate.

06/01/2026

Update to Wisconsin's Minors Rule
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/register/2026/845a1/register/cr/cr_26_015_rule_text/cr_26_015_rule_text

05/26/2026

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05/20/2026

This Saturday is the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery Memorial Day service at 1:00 p.m. This is a high-volume vehicle traffic event with a majority of the traffic coming off of and on to Highway 53. Please consider using Highway 70 to Wildcat Road to access the cemetery as well. There will be traffic direction by Washburn County Sheriff's Office and Wisconsin State Patrol on Highway 53.

05/20/2026

Check out our Webpage: https://washburncountyedc.org
Information on how to become a member. List of our members. Read the housing study. Access to Area Information and Business resources.

05/13/2026

Registration for Wisconsin's premier business gathering is now OPEN! Secure your seat today at a discounted rate: www.wmc.org/businessday!
🗓️ Tuesday, October 27
📍Madison | Monona Terrace
🤝 Wisconsin business leaders

05/12/2026

Congratulations to Drizzle - Olive Oil & Vinegar On Tap on their ribbon cutting in partnership with Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce & Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce.

Congrats to Drizzle - Olive Oil & Vinegar On Tap on their ribbon cutting in partnership with Shell Lake Chamber of Commerce & Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce. It was a great evening to enjoy a beautiful storefront in downtown Spooner! Be sure to stop in & check them out when you’re in Spooner

05/06/2026

It’s National Travel & Tourism Week—and tourism means more here than you might think.

In Washburn County, tourism generates $57 million in visitor spending and supports nearly 500 local jobs, from lodging and dining to events and outdoor recreation.

That means every stay, every meal, and every experience helps support local businesses, strengthen our communities, and keep Washburn County thriving.

It’s more than just a visit. It’s what helps keep our communities vibrant all year long. 💙

05/05/2026

National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day is on Friday, May 8th. Washburn County Economic Development Corporation would like to give a shout out to all Providers for

the early mornings, the busy days, the constant care.
You’re wiping tears, tying shoes, teaching letters,
and helping little personalities grow into confident kids.
That work matters—more than you probably hear.

So here’s a simple reminder:
You make a difference every single day.

you bring comfort, energy, and a little bit of magic
to the people who count on you most.
Thank you for showing up.
Thank you for caring.
Thank you for everything you do.
We appreciate you—today and every day.