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Newbold brush fire
At about 2:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 12 the Newbold Fire Department and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources responded to an out of control brush fire off Lake Mildred Road. (subscriber access)
Mayor offers prayer at 'bittersweet' final council meeting
With the crack of a gavel, an era in Rhinelander city government came to an end Monday evening. The person who swung the mallet to adjourn the meeting was outgoing council president Ryan Rossing, who stepped in for Mayor Chris Frederickson who was unable to chair the proceedings due to …
Retrial of former NCES custodian accused of child sexual assault set for September
The second trial of former Northwoods Community Elementary School (NCES) custodian Stavros Iliopoulos is scheduled for Sept. 13-15, just over three years after he first stood trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a child in a school closet. (subscriber access)
High School Competition Day allows students to explore careers, 'make discoveries'
Approximately 200 students from 12 area high schools gathered at Nicolet College in Rhinelander on Friday, April 8 for what the college president hoped would be a morning of discovery. (subscriber access)
RHS Students of the Month
On Thursday, March 31, the Rhinelander High School Students and Staff of the Month for March were celebrated at a presentation by the nominating teachers.
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Nicolet students respond to simulated mental health crisis in 'real-world scenario training'
Nicolet College students pursuing careers in law enforcement, health care and emergency services teamed up Wednesday for some hands-on training on how to properly respond to a person experiencing a mental health crisis. (subscriber access)
Airport's credit card parking payment system in use
The Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport has resolved a long-standing concern of travelers using the airport's long-term parking. A new, more user-friendly payment system is now in use. (subscriber access)
Hodags Care: RHS Key Club awards grant funds to local nonprofits
It's not uncommon for Rhinelander High School students to raise money for trips to various activities and competitions or to travel abroad. What is out of ordinary is students raising $1,500 only to turn around and give it away. (subscriber access)
Exercising their rights
City of Rhinelander residents went to the Hodag Dome Tuesday, April 5 to cast their votes in local, county and school board races. (subscriber access)
Local man sentenced to 23 years for repeated child sexual assault
A Rhinelander man who pled no contest to repeatedly sexually assaulting a young girl was confronted by his victim in court March 24 before Oneida County circuit judge Michael Bloom sentenced him to 23 years in prison to be followed by 22 years extended supervision. (subscriber access)
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ArtStart hosts listening session on proposed skate park
At first glance, those pushing for the construction of a public plaza skate park and the local art museum might seem like unlikely allies, but in the case of ArtStart and the local skate park initiative, the fit appears to be perfect. The first skate park listening session, held at …
Round House
When it comes to preserving history, Jerry Fiorovante of Rhinelander is doing his part. An avid collector and restorer, his basement consists of re-creations of the city's railroads as well as model trains, dollhouses and other fascinating items. His work can also be enjoyed by the public at the Rhinelander …
2020 Minocqua OWI homicide case headed for trial
The 37-year-old Stevens Point man charged with homicide by intoxicated use of a motor vehicle in connection with a fatal crash on State Highway 70 in July 2020 is on track to stand trial in December. (subscriber access)
Jury convicts Rhinelander woman in vehicular homicide case
An Oneida County jury needed only 15 minutes Monday afternoon to find a 69-year-old Rhinelander woman guilty of homicide by use of a vehicle (with a detectable amount of a restricted controlled substance) in connection with a fatal rollover accident in Minocqua in June 2020. (subscriber access)
Prayers for Ukraine
About 30 people gathered at Calvary Baptist Church in Rhinelander Sunday evening, March 27, 2022, for a special service to pray for the people of Ukraine. (subscriber access)
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