Veterans facility draws opposition, but passes county board

The idea of a placing a veterans nursing home at the Northern Center grounds has been around for about eight years, born partly out of efforts to make use of the property and replace the jobs lost as the Northern Center was downsized. The proposal for a 72-bed facility is finally getting funding in the proposed state budget. Area nursing home owners are opposed to the veterans home, and that includes Hablieb, who appeared before the board to voice opposition to the resolution. Nevertheless, the resolution supporting the veterans home passed 16-10. (CHIPPEWA HERALD, 4/21)