Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMADISON WMTV Morning Show Anchor Gabriella Rusk and her husband Mark are thrilled to announce the birth of their first child “Thank you to everyone who has reached out with kind words and well wishes,” Gabriella said Gabriella shared the happy news on her Facebook page that both mom and baby are doing well “Mark and I want to say a special thank you to the team of doctors who helped us bring Lydia safely into this world and all of the nurses who took such good care of us during our hospital stay,” Gabriella said “Health care workers are incredible people!” WMTV wants to wish a big congratulations to Gabriella and her growing family Gabriella will be taking some time off-the-air to spend time at home with Lydia over the next few weeks to learn all about the joys of motherhood “We are enjoying this special time as a family and will be tuning in to WMTV from the couch over the next few weeks with The Morning Show’s youngest fan,” Gabriella said Gabriella will rejoin The Morning Show team later this summer Click here to download the WMTV15 News app or our WMTV15 First Alert weather app with its four major rivers and numerous lakes and flowages Here are 5 of our favorite places to paddle: 1.Flambeau River - Experience a mix of tranquil stretches and exhilarating rapids perfect for both beginners and seasoned paddlers 2.Chippewa River - Meander through scenic landscapes with opportunities for fishing and wildlife spotting 3.Jump River - Enjoy a peaceful paddle on this lesser-known gem 4.Thornapple River - Navigate through undeveloped wilderness ideal for those seeking solitude and nature immersion 5.Lake Flambeau (Dairyland Reservoir) - Explore expansive waters with multiple access points Plan a whole paddling weekend up in Rusk County. 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This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page WI -- DrydenWire has been informed by the Rusk County Clerk of Courts Office the following Criminal and Traffic Disposition and Warrant Status Reports for Rusk County The weekly Criminal & Traffic Disposition and Warrant Status reports for Barron and Washburn Counties are published each Thursday on DrydenWire.com The names listed on the Warrant Status Repot do not indicate that the person is guilty of a crime only that there was a warrant on file for his/her arrest If you have questions concerning a warrant call the appropriate County Clerk of Courts Office If you have any information on the whereabouts of the persons listed on this warrant list please contact your local law enforcement agency Fine-only warrants may be resolved by paying the fine at the County Clerk of Courts Office There may be some delay between a warrant being paid/issued and the information being removed from this list This content is only for paid subscribers to DrydenWire Insider.Please Login or Subscribe.Note: Once you are logged in you will see the full content of this article Submit A Story or Press Release: DrydenWire@gmail.com Advertising QuestionsGeneral QuestionsDrydenWire Insider Questions Elon Musk changes his X name to Gorklon Rusk Elon Musk has surprised the internet once again—this time by changing his display name on X (formerly Twitter) to Gorklon Rusk it’s left people scratching their heads and desperately trying to figure out what it all means Gorklon Rusk is now trending—and it’s safe to say the name has taken on a life of its own The name Gorklon Rusk sounds like a space commander from a sci-fi movie it might just be Musk’s way of having some fun while hinting at bigger things could be a creative twist on “Grok” the AI chatbot Musk launched under his company xAI The term “grok” itself comes from classic science fiction and means to fully understand something on a deep a popular programming language known for its speed and safety Musk has previously praised such languages and is a fan of optimized Gorklon Rusk might just be Musk’s playful way of mixing his love for AI and sci-fi into one strange (but memorable) name As soon as the name Gorklon Rusk popped up People compared Gorklon Rusk to a video game boss Some fans are convinced that Gorklon Rusk is actually a secret project in disguise possibly related to Grok AI or something new Musk is about to drop Others just love the chaos and creativity behind the name who else could pull off being called Gorklon Rusk and still break the internet This isn’t Elon Musk’s first online identity switch he’s gone by names like “Chief Twit” But Gorklon Rusk might be his most mysterious and meme-worthy title yet The pattern is clear: Musk loves keeping people guessing—and this time Gorklon Rusk might be more than just a joke Many believe the name Gorklon Rusk could be a teaser for something big Gorklon Rusk might be part of a larger plan to draw attention to the integration of AI Gorklon Rusk has taken over the internet—and we’re all here for it the name Gorklon Rusk proves one thing: Musk still knows how to stir up a viral storm with just two words But what we do know is that Gorklon Rusk is the internet’s new obsession Gorklon Rusk is the new display name Elon Musk is using on X (formerly Twitter) It appears to be a creative mashup of his AI chatbot Grok and the Rust programming language While Musk hasn't officially explained the reason fans believe Gorklon Rusk could be a playful way to promote his AI projects the name Gorklon seems inspired by Grok AI Elon Musk’s chatbot developed by his company xAI It’s likely a reference or nod to that project a modern programming language known for being safe and fast Musk has previously praised efficient tech tools Gorklon Rusk does not refer to any official product or brand while others are speculating on its deeper meaning or future relevance Elon Musk is known for frequently changing his display name on X Gorklon Rusk is just the latest in a series of playful name changes Elon Musk often uses subtle hints and playful names to build buzz around upcoming projects Gorklon Rusk could be connected to future AI or programming efforts All trademarks are the property of their respective owners All rights reserved @ 2025 Nishtya Infotech (India) Ltd either side of a lengthy first half delay for a change in referees were enough to put the hosts 2-0 ahead at the break with Saints unable to claw a result back at the King Power Stadium With both sides already relegated and occupying the league's bottom two places it was Leicester who ended their winless run and extended Saints' unwanted streak with three games of the season remaining "I thought we started the game quite well." Interim Manager Rusk reflected "I think the goal was possibly against a run of play and it seemed to totally knock us and we struggled to maintain any type of performance level from there on in." it added something that we maybe didn't need to get going again "I've been really happy with the lead up to this game today and the last couple of games and what we were seeing for whatever reason today it didn't work - I need to assess why that was and it needed something different "It's important for everyone that we finish as hard-working as we possibly can and I have no doubt that that's going to be the case I've inherited it with seven games to go when the team's only won two games "Managing that and pushing that forwards is one of my priorities and what we need to do is stick together - stick together as a football club and somehow get over the line at the end of the season with as much dignity as possible." How to watch Texas high school baseball: Edgewood vs Edgewood High School will host West Rusk High School How to watch West Rusk vs. Edgewood baseballWest Rusk and Edgewood will hit the diamond on Thursday, May 1, at 8 p.m. CT. Don't miss out on any of the action with NFHS Network The NFHS Network gives you access to live high school sports around the country Follow your favorite team and never miss a game Want to track your alma mater, local team or family member's school throughout the playoffs? NFHS Network has high school baseball streaming live plus on-demand replays and highlights of all the action from thousands of schools across America Watch Edgewood vs. West Rusk on NFHS Network! Watch West Rusk High School all season long on NFHS Network! Edgewood High School baseball scheduleMay 1 vs. West Rusk High School: 8 p.m. CT | TBA, TX | NFHS NetworkMay 2 vs. West Rusk High School: 8 p.m. CT | TBA, TX | NFHS NetworkWatch Edgewood High School all season long on NFHS Network! Team schedules reflect available data from NFHS and may not include every upcoming game All NFHS Network events are available to watch online at NFHS Network and through the NFHS Network Mobile Apps for iOS and Android and TV Apps for ROKU WI — The Rusk County Sheriff’s Office has provided DrydenWire with the following recent jail booking information and Washburn Counties are published every Tuesday on DrydenWire.com and all individuals are presumed innocent until proven otherwise in a court of law Download PDF Trinity senior Nik Narain performed his new stand-up comedy show “Rusk” Feb exploring questions of identity while sprinkling in anecdotes and scientific comedy The show took place in the Rubenstein Arts Center’s intimate Ruby Lounge drawing both in-person and virtual attendees with the in-person crowd growing large enough to require additional seating It was opened by Trinity senior Ana Herndon who did a classic comedy set touching on everything from the TikTok ban to egg donations to choking alone Narain came on and launched into his routine a hard biscuit or twice-baked bread found in many Eurasian cuisines rusks are commonly served with and dipped into tea and Narain returned to this theme of transformation throughout his show Narain's jokes spanned a wide range of topics from “raw-dogging a kiwi” and being a “part-time gay” to the contrasts between the Duke community and his home community to becoming "overeducated and unemployable" by double majoring in Physics and Visual and Media Studies to his dating life He wove in his journey through exploring gender and sexuality Narain also interweaved comedy with science including a number of quite funny physics jokes about energy and friction in his life – with a special emphasis on times he struggled cultural commentary and identity-related content with effective wordplay Narain drew from his personal experience to create widely accessible and relatable jokes Though few in the audience shared all of his identities the jokes Narain made about them resonated widely and felt quite relatable He managed to make humor from his lived experiences in a way that respected them while not reducing them to mere set pieces Everything from the delivery to the pacing to the pauses further amplified the comedy Narain was evidently enjoying himself onstage “Rusk” succeeded in discussing and educating on identity without sacrificing its comedic momentum The physics and science jokes sprinkled throughout added additional flavor creating a balance of depth and comedy that made the show fun and memorable The overall theme of transformation was also well-executed Narain wrapped up the show in a way that felt inspiring Narain mentioned that he has been interested in comedy since he was a child and that grew up surrounded by it Stand-up in particular appeals to him because it “makes you really good at failure” and lets you try new things “meet a lot of really cool people” and “get better at telling stories” and “connecting with people.” He has honed his craft through his involvement with the Duke University Stand-up Troupe and performances at shows throughout the Triangle area and elsewhere.  In putting on “Rusk,” Narain sought to celebrate transformation and trans joy while getting his first full performance and recording performance samples Such samples are often used for securing gigs and promoting oneself making them important for any aspiring comedian He also wanted to further explore the intersection of comedy and science communication laughing at science is very much a “radical act,” as the general public rarely associates science with joy instead associating it with “pain and unbridled agony.” By incorporating scientific elements into “Rusk” and future performances Narain hopes to help more people connect to science and shift their “relationship” with it “to one of joy.” “Rusk” marks a promising debut of a routine that will undoubtedly continue to evolve through future performances upcoming performances of “Rusk” are already scheduled at the NYC Fringe Festival and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival Narain hopes to work more science into his routine and replace American cultural references that may not resonate with international audiences While it will not be performed again at Duke “Rusk” exemplifies our campus’ lively comedy scene and the quality of Duke student comedy Editor's note: Nik Narain is a columnist for The Chronicle's 120th volume Zev van Zanten is a Trinity junior and recess editor of The Chronicle's 120th volume Share and discuss “Rusk: Celebrating and exploring identity and science” on social media This was the best chance to get that elusive 1th point of the season but this was a sorry performance that lacked just about everything you could name There is not a lot that can be said about this game that hasn't been said week in week out before Simon Rusk put out the same side and it looked tired the players lacked motivation and put bluntly we did the same old things and got the same results all three lack pace and they lack marking skills and leadership he has clearly decided that these are his men he left Nathan Wood on the bench and Armel Bella-Kotchap and Charlie Taylor at home he needed to change something here and he didn't In the rest of the team it was the same story and at half time at least Rusk realised his error and changed things however the one thing that turned Saints fans was the substitution of Mateus Fernandes with only 57 minutes gone I don't have anything against Will Smallbone but he is not going to get you back into a game when you are behind why is Adam Lallana not named on the bench I have seen some horrible abuse aimed at Rusk on social media Rusk's only crime is not to be up to the job in hand and making some poor selections but it is not his fault he is left holding the wheel till the end of the season but he is not yet ready for management at the top level So it seems that we will limp to the end of the season doing the same things and getting the same results unless Rusk decides that plan A has failed and he has a plan B This was perhaps the worst game of the season when they got the second just before the break it effectively ended the game as a contest Leicester concentrated on not doing anything silly and letting us back in the game and we did pretty much the same The only positive point was once again the travelling fans the departure of Fernandes just before the hour mark prompted a long and loud rendition of a song in his honour that seemed to continue for most of the rest of the game IL.  A memorial service will be held at noon on Tuesday 2025, at Vandemore Funeral Home in Geneseo Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to noon prior to the service at the funeral home the family requests that memorials be directed to the Henry County Humane Society in Kewanee Diane "Dee," was born on February 1 graduating from Geneseo High School in 1968 Diane then attended nursing school at Black Hawk College she married Richard “Dick” Rusk.  Diane spent many years working as a nurse beginning her career at Hammond Henry Hospital and later at Hillcrest Nursing Home in Geneseo Her caring and compassionate nature touched the lives of countless patients and their families.  Diane and Dick spent many happy years together Diane had a passion for working in her yard taking great enjoyment in the outdoor space One of her favorite activities was traveling to Montana to visit Krissy’s family and pick huckleberries sometimes getting lost in the patch while enjoying nature She also loved playing cards with family and friends and traveling to Texas for the winter with Dick to escape the cold and enjoy time in the sunshine Diane cherished attending her children's grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren's activities always eager to support them at their events and milestones she delighted in every moment she shared with her family Richard “Dick” Rusk; children: Ray & Stacey Cotty of Geneseo and Jason & Andrea Rusk of Geneseo; sister-in-law Judy Borkgren of Geneseo; and brother-in-law Bill Rusk of East Moline She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren: Andrew and Eli Cotty; Chris and Lynn Cotty; Sawyer and Gwendolyn Hessler; Seth and Jessica Rusk; Spencer and Macy Rusk; Sydney Rusk; Kyle and Ryley Rusk; Kyler Rusk; Madison Wancket; Nathan Johnson she is survived by great-grandchildren: Kayden She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister playNicol: Southampton's squad was never good enough for the Premier League (1:43)Steve Nicol reacts to Southampton's Premier League relegation after their 3-1 loss vs Southampton midfielder Adam Lallana will be part of interim boss Simon Rusk's coaching staff, serving as his assistant for the club's remaining Premier League games The club parted ways with Ivan Jurić on Monday after his side set the unwanted record of the earliest relagation in Premier League history Lallana previously enjoyed long spells at Liverpool and Brighton before returning to Southampton last summer, who he helped guide from League One to the English top flight in his first stint at St. Mary's between 2006 and 2014. The midfielder has made 18 appearances in all competitions this season. It is the first coaching role of his career. He will be tasked with supporting Rusk, who will be Southampton's third manager this season given Russell Martin's dismissal in December. Rusk joined Southampton as part of Jurić's staff in February. Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. No criminal charges have been brought against the officer I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice A routine traffic stop in Texas turned deadly when a police officer shot an unarmed man - and footage of the confrontation has been made public after a family’s fight for information and a lawsuit against the agency involved for allegedly not coming to a complete stop His mother didn’t know what happened in the final moments of her son’s life for nearly two years “I just smoked a dude,” the officer involved said after the shooting, NBC reported. The video starts with the blue and red lights of the police vehicle flashing as the car pulls up behind a Nissan Altima on a small road. Rusk County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Shane Iverson exits his police vehicle and approaches the driver’s side of the door. “How are you doing, sir?” the driver asked as the police officer. The officer said he pulled over the driver because he “blew through” a stop sign. The driver then objected, saying he came to a “complete stop.” “No you didn’t,” Iverson replies, to which the driver presses: “What do you mean?” The officer asks him to step out of the car as Randall asks the officer if he could show him that he didn’t stop. Randall, wearing a blue and white hat, a t-shirt and khakis, then stands up next to his car with the driver’s door open. Iverson tells him to turn around, put his hands behind his back, and keep his hands out of his pockets. The footage captures the officer prying in the driver’s khaki pockets before digging through his pants. Grabbing the driver’s arms as he’s pressed up against the vehicle, the officer urges him to keep his hands behind his back. “I don’t have anything on me, officer,” Randall said firmly. “Officer, please can you tell me what I’m under arrest for?” In a quick escalation, Iverson can then be seen sticking his arms under both of the driver’s armpits, and spinning him toward the car door and forcing the young man down to the ground. Iverson then pins him down but Randall manages to get up and the officer follows suit. Randall’s hat goes flying as they both fall backward. Randall rolls on the grass on the other side of the road before springing up to standing and then appears to start running away from the scene. Meanwhile, Iverson gets himself up on one knee, reaches for his gun as he yells “Get down!” and fires. Randall was shot in his chest under his arm. Yelling, Randall rams into a white mailbox at the front of a yard before dashing off into the distance. Iverson picks himself up from the ground and starts using his radio to get medical attention. Panting, the officer walks down the road in the direction Randall fled, but later collapsed. “Dude, you OK?” he asks. Randall does not respond. Over the radio, the officer says: “I need an ambulance. Call everybody. I’ve got a shooting.” Iverson is then captured running back to the Nissan Altima, picks up what appears to be a few of his belongings, and gets back into his police vehicle. He drives down the road, where Randall’s body lies lifelessly. “It was a f***ing meth pipe, man,” Iversen tells his colleague at the scene as he searched Randall’s pockets. Days after the shooting, Iverson sat with Texas Rangers to explain what happened, claiming he thought Randall had a “weapon in his waistband,” according to a transcript obtained by NBC News. Iverson has since retired, according to the outlet. Wendy Tippett, Randall’s mother, said she was on the phone with her son when he was pulled over. He was concerned that his temporary paper license plate from Oklahoma had expired, according to court documents. In the case that his vehicle was confiscated, she said she could meet him at the traffic stop. She was just a few minutes away. “He had called to let me know that he was going to be home a few minutes later,” Tippitt told NBC News. “So I wouldn’t worry.” When she arrived, she saw police officers setting up police tape. “I had this horrible, horrible feeling,” she said. She later witnessed officers covering her son’s body. “Go home and be with your family,” she recalled one saying. “My family was laying in the road!” Tippitt told NBC News. Tippitt spent the next week trying to figure out how a traffic stop led to her son’s death. “No one was telling us anything,” she told the outlet. She filed a wrongful suit in federal court against Iverson in October 2023 for excessive force, assault and battery and intentional emotional distress. It wasn’t until May 2024 that she first saw the harrowing footage containing the last moments of her son’s life. No criminal charges have been brought against Iverson and a grand jury opted not to indict him, according to the outlet. “No one has said an apology in Rusk County,” Randall’s older brother Douglas told NBC News. “No one has shown remorse.” A sheriff's deputy in Texas opened fire on unarmed Timothy Randall during a traffic stop and killed the man. Now, footage from the incident is trust into the spotlight as his family fights in a lawsuit about his death. govt and politics"},{"score":0.722932,"label":"/automotive and vehicles/cars/car culture"},{"score":0.71936,"label":"/sports/hunting and shooting"},{"score":0.708579,"label":"/automotive and vehicles/auto parts"},{"score":0.679905,"label":"/automotive and vehicles/vehicle brands/nissan"},{"score":0.637756,"label":"/law ALBUQUERQUE – Former Mayor David Rusk was honored today with the dedication of ABQ RIDE’s original transit facility and the KiMo Theatre’s orchestra pit who served as Albuquerque’s mayor from 1977-1981 He was also instrumental in the renovation of the KiMo theater envisioning it as the future centerpiece of Downtown's transformation into an arts and entertainment center is an internal transit operations facility focused on career growth and training This facility holds historic significance as Albuquerque’s first bus transit facility and the City’s only transit facility for decades until an expansion in the 2000s and create an environment for the transit system to thrive and better serve the public,” said Transit Director Leslie Keener “I hope Mayor Rusk is proud of ABQ RIDE’s progress and what our department is doing to improve public safety and increase equity.” The 311 Community Contact Center is a centralized call center for the City of Albuquerque The 311 service is a single telephone number for all non-emergency City of Albuquerque inquiries and services The official website for the City of Albuquerque Memorial visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 PM on Tuesday at Vandemore Funeral Home & Crematory- Geneseo Chapel Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday Inurnment will be at a later date at Oakwood Cemetery-Geneseo memorials may be directed to the family where it will be distributed to a worthy cause that is meaningful to the family the son of Clarence and Mildred (Gramling) Rusk In 1984 Jimmie opened Tri-Co Insurance Agency. He met the love of his life and they were married in Las Vegas on July 2 Together they formed a beautiful family composed of seven children Jim and Trish enjoyed life together and often took spur of the moment trips that always included antiquing He was a golf fanatic and made five hole-in-ones Jim also enjoyed playing poker and spending time with his grandchildren Those left to cherish his memory are children; Jimmie (Tina) Rusk Christopher (Jamie) Holm and Kim (Jeff) Barnes brothers; Richard and William Rusk; 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors RUSK COUNTY — A routine traffic stop in Rusk County led to the seizure of a significant quantity of drugs according to the Rusk County Sheriff’s Office Rusk County Patrol Deputy Patrick Heater initiated a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle near Conrath Deputy Heater requested assistance from a K9 unit Leo alerted to the vehicle and later located illegal items during an article search outside the vehicle Authorities seized a large amount of marijuana and methamphetamine Pursuant to the direction of the Wisconsin Supreme Court you are advised that a charge is merely an accusation and that a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty the Hixson family has served the people of Central Louisiana by providing funeral and cremation services to all faiths Find your loved one below to share a memory or express your condolences You may also show sympathy by sending flowers Enter your information to receive emails when new obituaries are published We're dedicated to providing personalized professional and compassionate services to help lighten your burden and support you Receive emails when new obituariesare published to our website Your browser may not work with certain site. 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(WMTV) - WMTV 15 News Morning Show Anchor Gabriella Rusk made a big announcement Tuesday morning- she and her husband Mark are expecting their first child and the entire WMTV 15 News team couldn’t be happier This content is only for paid subscribers to DrydenWire Insider.Please Login or Subscribe.Note: Once you are logged in Rusk County Sheriff Jeff Wallace announced his retirement effective April 1 expressing gratitude to the community and confidence in the county's future leadership with 10 of those years serving as the Sheriff for Rusk County This decision comes with many mixed emotions; working in law enforcement and with such a dedicated group of individuals has been an honor and privilege The Governor's office has put out a notice of vacancy for the Rusk County Sheriff's position to be filled The application and interview process is new to Rusk County but I am confident the changes coming will have a positive impact on our county I would like to thank the community and the Rusk County Sheriff's Office for their overwhelming support during my time in office