RHS Sports recap: Tuesday, Nov. 25
Boys’ basketball: Rhinelander 83, Crandon 25 | Boys’ hockey: Shawano/Bonduel 7, Rhinelander 2 | Boys’ swimming: Rhinelander at D.C. Everest Pentathlon
Dino day
Four-year-old Malachi Duley, left, and 11-month-old Corban Duley play with MagnaTiles during Learning Fun Dinovember on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Rhinelander District Library.
Lady Hodags trounce Crandon in opener
Aubryn Clark had 25 points, Teagan Clark added 19 and the Hodags raced by Crandon 74-15 in non-conference play at the Jim Miazga Community Gymnasium.
Team preview: RHS boys’ basketball
Ask Rhinelander High School boys’ basketball coach Derek Lemmens about his team’s chances and he’ll tell you the same thing he’s said the last two seasons. His Hodags have the talent to do great things. It’s just a matter of how quickly the team gels on the court and realizes …
Team preview: RHS hockey
With three-plus decades on the bench for the Rhinelander High School boys’ hockey team, coach M.J. Laggis is not mincing words about how difficult last year’s 3-22-0 campaign was and how desperately his team wants to return to playing a stronger brand of hockey.
Team review: RHS girls’ swimming
In a world of club before school, there’s something unique about how the Rhinelander High School girls’ swim program has done things over the past several years compared to other top-level teams in the state.
No injuries in Hillside Road school bus incident
There were no injuries as the result of an incident involving a school bus in Rhinelander the morning of Nov. 20. Rhinelander school district superintendent Eric Burke said in an email to district parents the driver of a Bowen’s Bus Service bus was backing up on Hillside Road when the …
SDR board reviews district, DPI report cards
On Monday, Nov. 17, the Rhinelander School Board reviewed the district’s report card at their regular board meeting. The report card is broken down into four core areas: Student learning and success, operational and financial stewardship, high performing teams and engagement and connectedness. These four areas are called for in …
PHOTOS: JWMS hoops
The James Williams Middle School eighth-grade B boys’ basketball team defeated Tomahawk 32-21 at the JWMS gymnasium Tuesday, Nov. 18.
Northern Lights Indivisible donates $2,500 to RAFP
Northern Lights Indivisible (NLI) announced a donation of $2,500 to the Rhinelander Area Food Pantry (RAFP), fulfilling the successful goal of its recent “Plates Go Empty Today” fundraiser.
Cassian proposes an Oneida County take over of Swamp Lake Road
The Oneida County Board’s public works committee on Nov. 20 heard a proposal from the town of Cassian to have the county take over Swamp Lake Road as an extension of County Highway K to County Highway Y.
Aspirus Health, Anthem Blue Cross announce new agreement
Aspirus Health and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Wisconsin (Anthem) have reached a new, multi-year agreement providing Anthem members with uninterrupted access to affordable, high-quality care at all Aspirus Health facilities and physician offices in Wisconsin, Asprius announced Wednesday, Nov. 19.
Downtown for the holidays
Last weekend was the official Holiday Open House in downtown Rhinelander, but that does not mean the fun is over for the holidays. Downtown is a great place to shop, eat and meet friends. For those who have not been there in a while, this holiday season is a great …
Referendum construction update to school district board shows good progress
On Monday, Nov. 17, the Rhinelander School Board received a construction update. It was reported that the middle school had occupancy of the office on the previous Friday and were still organizing the office and getting used to the buzzer system on the secured entry door.
Teen Court offers restorative justice option in Oneida County
Teen Court sessions at the Oneida County Courthouse provide youth charged with their first misdemeanor offense an alternative to citations or other non‑restorative measures, according to a press release.
Pelican town board takes up enhanced wake issue
On Monday, Nov. 17, the Pelican town board took up the issue of enhanced wakes and a possible ordinance for lakes that are located completely within the town. This would include Lake George and Lake Thompson.
Oneida County preps for season of festive, holiday fun
Head to Oneida County this holiday season for tons of festive family fun!
Oneida County Court Report
The following cases were recently filed or heard in Oneida County Circuit Court from Nov. 11 to 17:
Extreme Weather and Climate Services Roadshow coming to Rhinelander
Rural residents and community leaders are invited to attend the Extreme Weather and Climate Services Roadshow on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Newbold Community Center, 4608 Apperson Drive.
