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Gas prices keep on falling in pandemic
As Wisconsin and U.S. residents faced travel restrictions unparalleled in their lifetimes, gas demand has continued to fall, taking with it gas prices around the nation. (subscriber access)
Officials: Tourism industry will take a hit
There is no mistaking that the COVID-19 pandemic, and the restrictions put in place to curb its spread, have had an impact on every business in the Northwoods. (subscriber access)
With uncertain future, UW Extension proceeds with move to Nicolet College
Despite clouds hanging over its very existence in Oneida County, the UW Extension is carrying on with its business, and this year that business includes a move of its offices from the lower level of the Rhinelander-Oneida County airport to Nicolet College. (subscriber access)
Local organizations react to COVID-19
With the World Health Organization's (WHO) recently declaration that the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is now a global pandemic, staying healthy and safe is now on most everyone's radar. (subscriber access)
Cabin at Camp American Legion receives furnace, air conditioner systems
In June 2019, a ceremonial groundbreaking took place at Camp American Legion near Lake Tomahawk for a cabin on Thrush Road to be named "The American Legion Family Cabin." (subscriber access)
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Elbow Room
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport director Matt Leitner stands in the middle of the expanded secure holding area Wednesday morning. (subscriber access)
Telling it like it is
George Maloney of Rhinelander was, like many members of the U.S. military who participated in World War II, referred to as "the greatest generation," one of those who seemed to skip ahead to adulthood rather quickly. (subscriber access)
Felzkowski announces run for state senate
State representative Mary Felzkowski (R-Irma) announced Monday she is running for the Wisconsin 12th senate district seat formerly held by Tom Tiffany, who is running for the seat in the 7th congressional district vacated by Sean Duffy last fall. (subscriber access)
'It's turning back the clock'
In late May 1944, 22-year-old U.S. Army Air Force 1st Lt. Frank Fazekas of Trenton, New Jersey, was returning from a combat mission when the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt fighter he was flying was shot down over northern France. (subscriber access)
Rhinelander engineering firm presents feasibility study for proposed River Trail
Engineering firm MSA Professional Services of Rhinelander presented findings from its feasibility study last Wednesday, Feb. 19, for a proposed non-motorized trail connecting St. Germain to Eagle River. (subscriber access)
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Elder abuse cases on the rise
The Northwoods population continues to age, but resources for elder care are inequitable, few and declining, the Vilas County Social Services Committee learned at its monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 18. (subscriber access)
Lake Tomahawk board authorizes ATV survey
The Lake Tomahawk Town Board has authorized the town's planning commission to conduct a survey of residents regarding the use of all-terrain and utility vehicles on all town roads. (subscriber access)
St. Germain opposes changes to Vilas County boathouse zoning
The St. Germain Town Board took an official stance last week in opposition to proposed shoreland zoning changes in Vilas County which would allow for larger boathouses. (subscriber access)
Canadian man arrested after 13 vehicles struck
A 52-year-old Canadian man was arrested Friday for allegedly striking a number of parked vehicles in the town of Lake Tomahawk. (subscriber access)
Former CNA accused of sexual assault scheduled to stand trial in August
A 19-year-old Arbor Vitae man accused of sexually assaulting patients at a Minocqua residential facility last spring while working as a nursing assistant is scheduled to stand trial in August. (subscriber access)
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