WIGGINS:
A Message from Mayor Franzen
As we approach the close of another remarkable year in Wiggins, I want to take a moment to reflect on a few of our accomplishments and share my excitement for what lies ahead in 2026. This year has been a successful one for our town. In the spring, we commissioned the non-potable water line, which now supplies outdoor irrigation for both the school and Teets Park. We’ve also made strides in improving drainage in key areas and maintaining the quality of our roads, ensuring safer and smoother travel for all. Throughout the year, our community events have continued to bring people together, offering opportunities to get involved, support local businesses, and celebrate what makes Wiggins special. I encourage everyone to stay tuned for upcoming events, there’s always something happening in town! A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the businesses that help sponsor events and consistently give back to the Wiggins community. Your support is invaluable, and we couldn’t do it without you. Looking ahead to 2026, we have exciting plans to continue making Wiggins a wonderful place to live and raise a family. We will be upgrading some roads as well as improving and updating some other infrastructure in town. I’m deeply grateful for your ongoing support and feedback — it helps us grow stronger together. From my family to yours, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May the Lord’s blessings be upon you and your loved ones during holidays as well as 2026! God Bless, Mayor Franzen
LOCHBUIE:
Holiday Trash Tips!
While cardboard boxes can (and should!) be recycled, many common gift-wrapping materials cannot go in the recycling bin. This includes bubble wrap, ribbons and bows, gift bags (laminated, coated or dyed) embellished wrapping paper (foil or glitter), cellophane, foam packing paper. All of these items should be placed in your garbage bin. Thank you, Town of Lochbuie, for providing these recycle tips!
HUDSON:
HFPD Purchases their First Ambulance
The Hudson Fire Protection District shares the great news that they just purchased their first ambulance, made possible through voter approved mill levy funds.
Chief Ken Gabrielson shared that this program is a huge step forward in improving emergency medical care and response times for the community of Hudson. After using third-party ambulance services for decades, the district was forced to go to voters when the current provider informed them that they weren’t planning to renew their contract. Receiving 57% of voter support, the passing of the mill levy will allow the district to purchase its own fleet of ambulances. The ambulance and its paramedics have responded to over 206 calls since going into service on November 10th. Also, according to Chief Gabrielsen, due to a decision recently passed by the board of directors, the fire district will bill insurance and Medicare for ambulance services, therefore residents will not receive bills for additional charges. That’s a fantastic benefit for the residents of Hudson!
