UPDATE: Name Released of Woman Killed in Highway 35 Crash

A 22-year-old woman was pronounced dead at Hudson Hospital after she crashed into the southbound ditch of Highway 35 just south of Interstate 94 on Friday afternoon.

Ignite, Azul Open as Long Dormant Carmichael Crossroads Comes Alive

After almost six years of sitting vacant, suddenly the Carmichael Crossroads strip mall is bustling with activity with a restaurant and a martial arts studio sharing a parking lot with Aldi grocery store.

Enter Patch's “Deck the House” Contest For a Chance to Win $100,000 for Hudson Schools

Did you decorate your house for the holidays this year? Enter our "Deck the House" contest and you could win $100,000 for your school district, and/or $500 to pay your electric bills!

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Nov. 19, 2012

Video of the Nov. 19, 2012, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

St. Croix County Jail Bookings: Nov. 19, 2012

A weekly look at the bookings at St. Croix County Jail.

Where in Hudson is That?

How well do you know Hudson? Guess where in Hudson this week's photo was taken and you could win $10 of DQ Bucks.

Local Republican Leader to Serve in Duffy Administration

Jesse Garza, chairman of the St. Croix County Republican Party, has accepted a Deputy District Director position on U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy's staff. He begins work in the new role in January once Duffy begins his second term.

Vine Street Studio Opens in Former Florist Shop

A year after Vine Street Florist closed its doors, Vine Street Studio has opened in its place. The owner promises "a unique shopping experience" at Hudson's newest art shop.

Residents Petition White House For Wisconsin To Secede From U.S.

On the official website of the White House is a tool to open a petition on any issue you feel needs addressing. At least some want to see Wisconsin leave the union. Is this really the best way to proceed?

Gov. Walker Will Not Build State Health Insurance Exchange

The state will still have a health insurance exchange, something required under Obamacare, but the federal government will create and run it.

Red Bull Crashed Ice 2013: Registration Information, New Course Unveiled

Online registration for the Red Bull Crashed Ice event is open until 11:59pm EST on Nov. 21. On Nov. 23, a random drawing will determine who participates in the qualifiers. The finale event in Saint Paul takes place Jan. 24-26.

VIDEO: Hudson School District Board of Education Meeting - Nov. 13, 2012

Video of the Nov. 13, 2012, Hudson School District Board of Education meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

School Board OKs Planning Process to Solve Long-term Secondary Space Issue

The Hudson School District Board of Education approved long-term secondary space solution criteria, the establishment a community advisory committee, initial planning steps and a process to hire an architect for pre-referendum support.

Hudson School Board Approves Multiple Policy Revisions

Despite acknowledging that "the most egregious items were removed," board member Sandy Gehrke withheld her vote to change board policies less than a week after a consensus was reached in a committee of the whole meeting.

FBI Releases 2011 Stats for Property, Violent Crimes in Hudson Area

See how violent crimes and property crimes were broken down in Hudson for last year.

Hudson Voter Turnout in November 2012 Election Was Highest Ever

More than 7,200 city residents voted in the presidential election last week — 77.26 percent of those registered turned out to cast their ballot.

VIDEO: North Hudson Village Board of Trustees Meeting - Nov. 8, 2012

Video of the Nov. 8, 2012, North Hudson Village Board of Trustees Meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

The Winner of Patch's Best Halloween Costume in America Contest is......

The Pirate Carrying a Mermaid Optical Illusion has been named Patch's Halloween Costume in America. Its creator -- and wearer -- will receive a $5,000 prize for having the most creative and innovative costume.

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt Shop Coming to Hudson

A local developer says he has signed a lease with Orange Leaf in a development currently under construction at Carmichael Road and Center Drive. The building also will house Noodles & Company and Sport Clips.

PHOTOS: St. Croix County Holds Annual Veterans Day Ceremony

Despite temperatures in the 20s and light snowfall, local veterans, students, St. Croix County employees and members of the community participated in an annual Veterans Day ceremony Monday at the St. Croix County Government Center.

Want to Run for Office? Paperwork is Due on Jan. 2

Now is the time to act if you're interested in running for office in the city, town, village, school district or county. Most deadlines to file for candidacy are Jan. 2, 2013.

Jamie Johnson Announces Plans to Run for Hudson School Board

Jamie Johnson issued a statement Monday morning announcing his intentions to run for a seat on the Hudson School District Board of Education this spring.

Patricia L. Bader, 78

Patricia Lois Bader (nee: Cook), 78, of Hudson, passed away peacefully on Nov. 6, 2012.

St. Croix County Jail Bookings: Nov. 12, 2012

A weekly look at the bookings at St. Croix County Jail.

Where in Hudson is That?

How well do you know Hudson? Guess where in Hudson this week's photo was taken and you could win $10 of DQ Bucks.

Helicopter Helps Uline Construction Crew Lift Massive Vents to Roof

Construction crews at the Uline site in the St. Croix Business Park were aided by a helicopter Friday afternoon as massive air vents were moved onto the roof of the warehouse.

Paul Rode Talks About Local Sandy Relief Effort on Hudson Patch Live

Hudson businessman Paul Rode delivered more than 13 tons of non-perishable food items and other goods to those affected by Superstorm Sandy. He organized the donation drive, he drove the truck, and he'll be on Hudson Patch live around lunchtime tod

REPLAY: Hudson Falls to Arrowhead, 43-20, in State Football Semifinal

The Hudson Raiders fell to the Arrowhead Union Warhawks, 43-20, in a Division 1 WIAA State semifinal game on Saturday in Schofield.

Developer Presents Ambitious Plan to Transform Dibbo's Into Restaurant, Pub, Banquet Hall and More

Anthony Dabruzzi has a purchase agreement in place to buy the nightclub, hotel and now-closed cafe in the heart of historic downtown Hudson. He plans to turn it into a restaurant, craft beer pub, banquet hall, retail/office space and residences.

Frank E. Reams, 75

Frank Earl Reams, 75, of Zephyrhills, FL, died Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, in Florida.

How Hudson Voted in the November 2012 Election

State voters delivered a victory to President Barack Obama and Tammy Baldwin. Republican incumbents won in three other contested races, but how did each Hudson precinct vote?

Baldwin Victorious In U.S. Senate Race

Late returns from Democratic strongholds push her over the top against Thompson.

Hudson Election Results: Duffy, Harsdorf, Knudson Win Re-election

Hudson Patch's one-stop shop for local election news and results, including state legislature races and county office results, as well as links to Patch's federal election coverage.

Hudson Area 2012 Sample Ballot

Ballots in Hudson will include a presidential race, a U.S. Senate race, a U.S. Congressional race, a State Senate race, a State Assembly race and four uncontested St. Croix County elections.

St. Croix County Jail Bookings: Nov. 5, 2012

A weekly look at the bookings at St. Croix County Jail.

Kreitlow Says GOP's Rally in Hudson Proved St. Croix County is "In Play"

Democratic congressional candidate Pat Kreitlow says that recent visits from high-profile Republicans such as Paul Ryan, Rudy Giuliani, Scott Walker and Ron Johnson is a sign that the GOP is worried about carrying St. Croix County.

UPDATE: Paul Rode Drops Off 13 Tons of Goods to Aid Sandy Relief Efforts

Members of the Hudson donated more than 13 tons of non-perishable food items and other goods for those in affected by Hurricane Sandy. Hudson businessman Paul Rode delivered the goods to an emergency center on Tuesday.

Where in Hudson is That?

How well do you know Hudson? Guess where in Hudson this week's photo was taken and you could win $10 of DQ Bucks.

Woman Runs 26.2 Miles in Hudson in Lieu of New York City Marathon

New York City Marathoner Angie Hatch refused to be denied her opportunity to run 26.2 miles for charity. The Hudsonite mapped out a full marathon course at home and ran anyway.

High-Profile Republicans Fire Up Wisconsin Voters at Hudson Rally

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson, U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy, former U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman and others spoke at a Saturday rally in Hudson, Wisconsin.