Townsend, Wisconsin

10/16/2026

10/16/2026

Congrats to Roger Geiger for being the 2026 Chili cookoff champ.
2nd place to Dale Szyszkiewicz and Todd Yingling 3rd place.

10/02/2026

Next Saturday , October 10, will be a busy day in Townsend. Don't miss these fun events, along with the farmers market in the parking lot from 9am - 2pm.

09/29/2026

Think your chili is the best in the Northwoods? Come prove it.

The Chili Cook-Off is Saturday, October 10 at Townsend Town Hall.

Tasting runs from 12:00 to 2:00. It's $5.00 per person to taste and vote, and prizes go to the top 3 chilis at 2:15.

Entering a pot? Drop-off is 11:00 to 11:30 am, when you'll get your assigned ballot number. Please bring your chili in a 6 quart slow cooker, prewarmed.

All proceeds benefit the Lakewood Townsend Ambulance. Bring your appetite, family and friends.

09/22/2026

Welcome to Rick Opiela who was appointed as interim town supervisor. Rick worked for the town highway department and was fire chief until 2019.

09/18/2026

4 Ways to Return Your Absentee Ballot

*Mail
*Drop box if your municipality offers them
*Deliver to the municipal clerk’s office or designated alternate site
*Drop off at polling place/central count on Election Day

09/09/2026

Town of Townsend Leadership Update

Townsend Chairperson Monica Zeller has submitted her resignation, effective September 9, 2026. Chuck DeMoulin has been appointed Chairperson, effective immediately, and will serve for the remainder of the current term.

Interim Town Supervisor Opportunity

The Town of Townsend is seeking applications from community members interested in serving as interim Town Supervisor. This position supports the Town Board and helps ensure continued, effective municipal operations.
• Participate in Town Board meetings
• Assist with oversight of daily municipal operations
• Support budget preparation
• Engage with residents and respond to community needs
• Contribute to drafting ordinances, resolutions, and other official documents

Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, an interest in local government, and a commitment to serving the Townsend community.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest and brief resume to the Town Clerk by 9:00 a.m. on September 22, 2026.

We extend our sincere thanks to Monica and John for their leadership, service, and inspiration to our community, and we wish them all the best in their new venture.

Send a message to learn more

08/20/2026

THANK YOU Sunset Bar And Grill Townsend! Sunset Kindly held a fundraiser for our new pickle ball courts and donated $600.00 towards the funds! You support for the growth of our town is very much appreciated!