RHS Sports recap: Tuesday, Dec. 9
Boys’ basketball: Wittenberg-Birnamwood 49, Rhinelander 33 | Boys’ hockey: Waupaca 7, Rhinelander 3 | Boys’ swimming: Rhinelander at Stevens Point, ppd.
Hodag stacks
Six-year-old Zinnia Mahner does a cup stacking challenge during Hodag Day, celebrating 132 years of Rhinelander’s mythical mascot, Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the Hodag Dome.
Hodag Hoops gets past Medford in GNC opener
The Rhinelander High School boys’ basketball team was pushed by a young Medford squad much of the way Friday night but, eventually, the Hodags’ experience prevailed as they began their quest for a third straight Great Northern Conference title.
Offense struggles again for Lady Hodags in loss to Medford
Rhinelander shot just 27% from the field and was 6 of 29 from 3-point range Friday night as it fell to Medford 55-45 at the Jim Miazga Community Gymnasium.
State champion Hatchets reign over Hodag hockey
It took all of 14 seconds Thursday night for the Tomahawk Hatchets to show the Rhinelander High School boys’ hockey team they are every bit as good as last season — if not a little better.
RHS girls’ wrestlers take 17th in opener
The Rhinelander High School wrestling team had five girls take to the mat on Friday night as it came home 17th in the 30-team Red Robin Invite in Antigo.
Three arrested in Rhinelander meth bust
Oneida County Sheriff’s Office and the North Central Drug Enforcement Group (NORDEG) were able to successfully apprehend three individuals who allegedly played a role in transporting a large amount of methamphetamine into the Rhinelander area Thursday, Nov. 20.
WIAA Board of Control conduct December meeting
The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Control approved a fast-track conference realignment recommendation and other action items at its December meeting Friday, Dec. 5.
USPS policy change on postmarks may affect tax payments becoming delinquent, county treasurer warns
Oneida County Treasurer Tara Ostermann is encouraging residents who pay their property tax bills by mail to be aware of a recent U.S. Postal Service policy change that may affect when envelopes are postmarked.
Oneida County public works committee conducts ‘after action review’ of storm response
In the wake of what was not, by many accounts, a good showing by the Oneida County highway department in response to the season’s first major snowstorm on Nov. 27 and the days after which dumped at least a foot of snow in many places throughout the county, the Oneida …
Northwoods United Way to host ‘Reindeer Games’ fundraiser
Northwoods United Way is kicking off the holidays with an annual fundraising event. Reindeer Games will take place Saturday, Dec. 13 at CT’s Deli in downtown Rhinelander from 5 to 8 p.m. Guests are invited to wear their own custom antlers to be eligible for the Santa’s Favorite Award. There …
Trees of Love ceremonies mark 37th year in Arbor Vitae, Rhinelander
The Trees of Love will be lit for the 37th year at Compassus offices in Arbor Vitae and Rhinelander, according to a press release. Ceremonies are scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 1571 Highway 51 North in Arbor Vitae, and 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, at 111 East …
Barnett declares candidacy for mayor
Thomas Barnett, District 1 alderperson on the Rhinelander city council, announced Dec. 4 on Facebook he’s putting his hat in the ring to be the city’s next mayor. According to the city’s website, he’s the only person to declare candidacy for mayor so far. City clerk Austyn Zarda told The …
Eagle River man charged with 1st degree sexual assault of a child
An Eagle River man made an initial appearance in Vilas County court on Dec. 2 for being charged with first degree child sexual assault of a child under 16. Shawn M. Briscoe, 37, Eagle River, was alleged to have sexually assaulted a child on various occasions with the use of …
Christmas tree permits available online for Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest this holiday season
Christmas tree permits are available to purchase online through Recreation.gov. Details about designated cutting areas, dates, and types of trees that may be cut may be found here www.recreation.gov/tree-permits/9eadd769-ec59-11ea-bcba-fa43c1aabce3/order.
Wacker conducts undergrad research at W-Whitewater
Julia Wacker, a Film Studies major from Rhinelander, conducted and/or presented undergraduate research at UW-Whitewater during the 2025 fall semester. The Undergraduate Research, Innovative, and Creative Activities (URICA) program offers a variety of programs aimed to connect students with faculty mentors and provide them with enriching research opportunities. This can …
Pelican town board OKs feasibility bid
The Pelican town board has taken a next step in making a reconstruction of the Faust Lake Road and Old Highway 8 intersection a reality. During it’s Dec. 1 meeting, the town board approved a bid of $8,500 from MSA Professional Services to conduct a feasibility study for the project.
