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Aspirus Health to offer Suicide Prevention Workshop in Rhinelander Feb. 18
Aspirus Health will host a free CALM Conversations Workshop on Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at ArtStart, located at 68 S. Stevens Street in Rhinelander. The 90-minute workshop is designed to help community members recognize and respond to suicide risk through supportive, non-judgmental conversations and practical prevention …
City projects, budget amendments highlight Rhinelander council meeting
There’s a busy slate of city projects being readied for Rhinelander. Mark Barden of Town and Country Engineering, LLC delivered a preview of what’s to come this year and next in a presentation at the Rhinelander Common Council meeting Monday, Feb. 9. Plans are being finalized for construction this year …
Saving Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church formed from three congregations
Saving Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church has been formed through the merger of three congregations — St. Paul in Crandon, St. John in Pelican Lake (Enterprise) and Christ Lutheran in Hiles — according to a press release.
Called in caution, lockdown at Crescent Elementary carried out smoothly
A sound like a gunshot tested the safety training of Crescent Elementary students, school staff, and area law enforcement Monday morning. Less than two minutes after the sound, heard to the north by concerned school staff during recess, was reported, the school was placed in lockdown.
RAFP highlights growth in demand, volunteer support
According to a press release, the Rhinelander Area Food Pantry (RAFP) marked its 20th year of service in 2025 and reported continued growth in demand for its programs. The release highlights the role of volunteers, noting that an average of 175 volunteers contribute more than 1,500 hours each month. In …
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Pelican starts the process to say no to enhanced wake boats
Earning applause from over two dozen residents on hand to voice their views, the Pelican town board has decided to take the first step toward enacting an ordinance to prevent enhanced wake boating on the town’s five lakes. The unanimous choice was made at Monday’s regular meeting, held at Pelican …
The Women’s Business Collective Networking Night Out in Rhinelander Feb. 20
The Women’s Business Collective Networking Night Out will be Feb. 20 at The Pines Event Center in Rhinelander from 6 to 9 p.m. This event is open to all women from across the Northwoods, not just Oneida County, bringing together women business owners, professionals, nonprofit partners, and community leaders from …
Despite broad support, housing bill stalls in Legislature
A bill that would permit accessory dwelling units in residential or mixed-use neighborhoods enjoys widespread bipartisan support — from Democrats and Republicans, from trade organizations and advocacy groups — but murmurings of concern from local governments have so far stalled its progress through the legislature.
Nitty-gritty of Newbold’s subdivision and platting ordinance being reviewed by town plan commission
The Newbold plan commission has begun the line-by-line process of reviewing, discussing and proposing revisions to Newbold Town Ordinance Chapter 13 Subdivision and Platting. The discussion filled much of the commission’s meeting last Thursday, Feb. 5, at the Newbold Community Center.
Minocqua man sentenced to serve 80 months in federal prison, pay over $800K in restitution
Cory Kromray, a 39-year-old Minocqua man who was indicted in federal court, was sentenced last week on Feb. 5 to serve 80 months behind bars, three years probation and pay over $800,000 in restitution.
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Oneida County land and water conservation committee seeks role in shoreland rule debate
On Monday, Feb. 9, the Oneida County land and water conservation committee met to discuss the county’s shoreland protection ordinance and language around what should be deemed acceptable in the way of clear cutting. County conservationist Michele Sadauskas recently brought a letter to the planning and development committee, but said …
Showcasing student skills
Third-grade student Sophia Taylor looks at artwork during the Opening Reception for The School District of Rhinelander K-12 Art Show on Thursday, Feb. 5, at ArtStart in Rhinelander. The artwork will be on display at ArtStart through Feb. 28.
New police captain chosen at Rhinelander police and fire commission meeting
The Rhinelander police and fire commission has selected Chad Brown to be the next police captain of the Rhinelander Police Department. Brown’s appointment took place at a meeting Thursday, Feb. 5, after a closed session in which the commission interviewed candidates for the role.
Public involvement meeting for Kemp Street bridge to be held Feb. 16
A public involvement meeting will be held on Monday, Feb. 16, at 5 p.m. to discuss plans for a bridge replacement on Kemp Street over the Wisconsin River. Discussion will also include impacts to adjacent properties, traffic impacts and construction schedule of the project.
OC executive committee approves UW-Extension restructuring
The Oneida County executive committee has approved a restructuring of the county’s UW-Extension office operations in a bid to create flexibility for the office’s full-time administrative support staff. Specifically, the plan calls for the UW-Extension office manager to assist other county departments when workloads allow. The move, described as a …
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