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Gun deer season expected to start on a warm note
Wisconsin’s nine-day gun deer season opens this Saturday and warm temperatures have some hunters concerned about how well the hunt will go. As of November 7, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website stated a total of 534 deer had been registered in Oneida County and 392 in Vilas County.
Cassian town board doubles down on opposition to proposed rehab center
The proposed adolescent recovery and wellness center (ARWC) the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. (GLITC) is hoping to build on land it purchased on North Pine Square Road continues to dominate meetings of the Cassian town board, which remains resolute in its opposition to the project.
Children invited to Camp Calvary
Children in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to Camp Calvary, which will be held at Calvary Baptist Church (320 Lincoln Street) in Rhinelander.
Answering the call: Veterans Day speeches focus on service, sacrifice
During the annual Veterans Day program at James Williams Middle School last Friday morning it was noted that just three days are set aside each year for formal recognition of those serving or who have served in the military.
Local organization that provides support to community needs volunteers and donations
In 2022, the Minocqua town board created an ad hoc committee, that has since become a standing committee, to help identify potential solutions concerning area housing and workforce issues.
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Lake Tomahawk board approves 2024 budget
Lake Tomahawk town electors last week approved a property tax levy of $798,107 for 2024.
Plan commission approves second phase of Settlers Village project
It took an extra two weeks but the City of Rhinelander plan commission has approved the second phase of the Settlers Village development on Timber Drive near Central School.
Winning in Waukesha
Rhinelander High School girls’ swim coach Jenny Heck hoists the trophy after the Hodags won the WIAA Division 2 state championship in Waukesha Friday, Nov. 10.
Hartman asserts authority to enforce county code
Pushing back against some county officials, Oneida County sheriff Grady Hartman says he has full authority to enforce the county code — authority in fact given to him by the county code — but has decided against issuing a citation to zoning committee and county board chairman Scott Holewinski, who …
Oneida County Biking & Walking Trails Council celebrates upgrades at Hanson Lake
The Hanson Lake walking/snowshoeing trail is better than ever after receiving enhancements over the summer.
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Solemn reflection
Robert Smith, center, U.S. Army veteran and commander of American Legion Post 7, provided the invocation at a Veterans Day ceremony Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 inside the Oneida County Courthouse.
Honor Flight opens eyes back home
A whirlwind one-day trip to Washington D.C. was a life-changing experience for Air Force veteran Richard Draszkiewicz. It also happened to be one of the most eye-opening experiences I’ve ever had when it comes to getting to know my 81-year-old father.
Rhinelander District Library announces November events
The Rhinelander District Library has announced its slate of November events starting with the Neighbors Helping Neighbors drive.
GOP bill would prohibit race-based UW grants and loans
On votes taken largely along party lines, the state Assembly last week passed several measures related to the UW System, including a bill to prohibit race-based higher education grants and loans, redirecting such programs as the minority teacher loan program and Lawton grants to favor disadvantaged students rather than minority …
Stay protected: Get your flu and COVID vaccines in November
As the weather turns colder and we transition into the holiday season, the Oneida County Health Department (OCHD) wants to remind the public it is not too late to get the flu and/or COVID vaccine.
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