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Natural Reaction
The reintroduction of elk to the state of Wisconsin is an amazing feat of wildlife management. (subscriber access)
On thin ice: Northwoods ice safety tips
At this time of year, it can be tempting to head out onto the lakes for some ice fishing, but fluctuating temperatures and heavy snow may make the ice unsafe. (subscriber access)
Packed house for pollinators
Pollinating insects, which are responsible for a significant portion of the fruits and vegetables that humans rely on, are in serious decline. (subscriber access)
Seed sowing party brings native plant benefits to the Northwoods
Pollinators are responsible for much of the food on our tables as well as in our grocery stores, especially specialty organic markets. (subscriber access)
Camp American Legion to get a new snowplow
Camp American legion will soon have a new plow truck, a 2019 Ram 3/4 ton pickup. (subscriber access)
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Former Arbor Vitae man convicted of child sexual assault
An Oneida County jury deliberated for approximately 2 1/2 hours Wednesday afternoon before convicting Brandon A. Darnick, 27, formally of Arbor Vitae, of first degree child sexual assault (sexual contact with a person under age 13) in connection with an incident involving a 2-year-old child nearly six years ago. (subscriber …
Project SEARCH continues to provide unique employment opportunities
Project SEARCH offers unique opportunity for individuals with developmental disabilities or, as program instructor Jennifer Varsik likes to say, individuals with "varied abilities." (subscriber access)
Vilas County Board of Adjustment stays the course in Carlin water case
It took nearly five and a half hours - including a two-and-a- half hour closed session - but the Vilas County Board of Adjustment last week voted 4-0 to uphold the interpretation of portions of the county zoning ordinance as it pertains to plans for hauling water from the Carlin …
Oneida Vilas Transit Commission to consider new route for 2020
The Oneida Vilas Transit Commission last week discussed the two new proposed routes for 2020. (subscriber access)
Lt. Gov., state VA official speak at courthouse Veterans Day ceremony
As is tradition, a crowd assembled at the Oneida County Courthouse on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to observe Veterans Day. (subscriber access)
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Solemn remembrance
Rhinelander attorney Brian Bennett, at podium, was the last of four guest speakers at the Oneida County Veterans Day Ceremony Monday morning inside the Oneida County Courthouse.
DNR to close Pinewood Trestle for winter season
Concerns regarding the structural safety of the Pinewood Trestle on the Bearskin State Trail in Cassian have resulted in the Department of Natural Resources closing the trestle to snowmobile and groomer traffic for the winter season. (subscriber access)
Habitat for Humanity Northwoods presents 21st home
Following a short ceremony late Monday afternoon, Habitat for Humanity Northwoods presented its 21st finished home to the family who will be living in it. (subscriber access)
NATURAL REACTION
A couple months ago I visited the Northwoods Wildlife Center (NWC), a wildlife rehabilitation facility in Minocqua, to see an eagle that had been grounded due to injuries. (subscriber access)
State tourism secretary designee Sara Meaney visits the Northwoods
The Sunrise Lodge is a hidden gem. It's a quaint and cozy resort nestled on the shores of Lac Vieux Desert near Land O' Lakes and its 24 cabins are spread throughout a charming parcel of forest near the source of the Wisconsin River. (subscriber access)
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