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July 21, 2026 | BG wants to be a ‘destination district’ by working on elementary options, ratifying competitive contracts
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July 21, 2026

BG Municipal Utilities electric customers may receive up to $100 for recycling eligible appliance

July 21, 2026

More than 600 Wood County 4-H’ers compete in pre-fair non-livestock judging

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July 20, 2026

Free lecture to discuss World War II

July 20, 2026

Northwestern Water and Sewer District provides updates on current projects

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