HOMEPAGE
11th annual Junker Sled races in Three Lakes Feb. 28
The 11th annual Junker Sled races are on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Don Burnside Park in Three Lakes. Don Burnside Park access is off of County Highway A just outside of town.
Fisheree fun
Matt Vaughn, left, and 12-year-old Brennan Dyer pull in tip-ups during the Rhinelander 50th Annual Fisheree on Saturday, Feb. 14, at on Boom Lake in Rhinelander.
Oneida County conservation committee pushes clear-cutting ban
A consequential policy fight — quiet now but perhaps not for long — is taking shape in Oneida County over what can, and cannot, be cut along the shoreline. The county’s Conservation & UW-Extension Education Committee is urging changes to the county’s shoreland ordinance that would prohibit clearcutting within access …
Tiffany announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition
Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) announced that his district office is accepting submissions for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. All students in the Seventh Congressional District, 7th through 12th grade, are invited to participate.
Crescent town board moves to improve town shop buildings
The town of Crescent’s drafty town shop buildings, overdue for improvements, will soon be getting attention. A proposal from Jeff R. Musson Architect, LLC, to provide architectural design services to evaluate the town’s shop buildings has been accepted by the Crescent town board. The decision was made at the board’s …
728 X 90 AD
Discover Wisconsin episode spotlights Rhinelander’s history, culture and Hodag lore
Discover Wisconsin will open Season 39 with “Rhinelander — It’s Legendary!,” streaming Feb. 18. The episode was produced in partnership with the Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce and follows hosts Andrea Boehlke and Eric Paulsen as they explore local history, outdoor recreation, dining, and the community’s well‑known Hodag lore.
Heal Creek Dog Dash & Winter Festival returns Feb. 21-22
The Heal Creek Dog Dash & Winter Festival is Feb. 21-22 at the Northwood Golf Club in Rhinelander. This is the 5th annual Heal Creek Dog Dash & Winter Festival. There is canine athletes to root on, specialty brews from the Rhinelander Brewing company and a warm chalet with hot …
Two Eagle River men face drug-related charges in Oneida County
Court dates have been set for a pair of Eagle River men arrested in Woodruff Feb. 6 on drug-related charges. According to an Oneida County Sheriff’s Office supplemental report submitted with the criminal complaint, an after-midnight traffic stop of a vehicle driven by Edward Falcetta, 58, led to the arrests …
Aspirus Rhinelander Clinic welcomes new pediatrician
Aspirus Rhinelander Clinic – N. Shore Drive is pleased to welcome Sarah Dennison, MD, to its Pediatrics team, expanding access to high-quality pediatric care for families in Rhinelander and the surrounding communities.
Stella updated by MSA on road project details and lurking peat
The town of Stella’s $4 million Agricultural Roads Improvement Program (ARIP) grant road project is about a month behind schedule, but a June start to its construction is still square in the sights of engineer MSA Professional Services, the town board learned at its meeting last Tuesday, Feb. 10.
728 X 90 AD
Nicolet College Foundation Scholarship applications open through March 2
The Nicolet College Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026-27 academic year and encourages those planning to attend Nicolet College to apply. Scholarship applications will be accepted online through March 2, and awarded scholarships will be available for use in the fall, spring and summer terms during the …
Wisconsin drivers urged to give crews more space as 13 county snowplows struck this winter
Following 13 separate incidents involving vehicles striking county snowplows, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Wisconsin County Highway Association (WCHA) are urging motorists to give snowplows plenty of space while crews work to keep roads safe during winter weather.
Strengthening Families Program
Families in the community are invited to join the upcoming Strengthening Families Program (SFP) — this program helps youth and caregivers build stronger relationships and healthier futures. The next session begins March 23 and is open to families with children and teens ages 7–17.
Call for artists for 7th annual ArtStart Holiday Artisan Market
ArtStart is hosting its 7th annual Holiday Artisan Market on Nov. 13-14 and is now accepting applications from artists in all media for the 2026 market. The annual market has become a tradition in our community, with hundreds of visitors to the galleries to make their holiday purchases.
Game on!
Seven-year-old TJ Radu plays table hockey during the Library Olympics on Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Rhinelander District Library.
728 X 90 AD
