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Trump leads Biden in new Marquette poll
Recent polls show that nonvoters overwhelmingly support Donald Trump over Joe Biden for president — with potentially strong backing for an independent candidate — and a new Marquette Law School Poll national survey buttresses parts of those findings, showing Trump with a massive lead among those less than certain to …
Exotic pet surrender event Oct. 15 in Rhinelander
Do you have an exotic pet that you are no longer able to care for? If so, do not release it into the wild! Instead, safely surrender your pet, no questions asked, to a rescue group that will be in Rhinelander on Sunday, Oct. 15.
Northwoods Recovery
I recently celebrated the miracle of recovery — as well as a rueful remembrance of decades passed in active addiction.
Wheelchair Drive at Calvary
Wheelchairs that are no longer in use can be donated October 16-21 at Calvary Baptist Church (320 Lincoln Street) in Rhinelander. In partnership with Wheels for the World, a division of Joni and Friends Ministries, used wheelchairs are collected locally and restored to like-new condition, church officials said in a …
Oneida zoning approves Bangstad permit
The second — or maybe the third or fourth or fifth, depending on how you look at it — time around was the charm for Minocqua Brewing Company owner Kirk Bangstad last week, as the Oneida County zoning committee approved a conditional use permit for an outdoor beer garden at …
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A Colorful Cause
Nearly 100 people gathered at Hodag Park in Rhinelander Sunday, Oct. 1 to participate in a 5K Color Run organizers hope will help increase awareness of the issue of domestic violence in the tri-county area.
Tiffany addresses small business owners at economic summit
Having owned and operated Wilderness Cruises for over 20 years, U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-Minocqua) has firsthand experience with the ups and downs of running a small business.
OCHD announces community resources to increase access to flu and COVID-19 vaccines
Preventing severe illnesses related to the flu and COVID-19 is a top priority for the Oneida County Health Department (OCHD). With that, OCHD wants to make it easier for community members to get their flu and COVID vaccines.
Fire chief requests three additional firefighters in 2024 budget proposal
The City of Rhinelander is set to receive a “once in a generation” boost in state aid in 2024 and Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour is hoping the City Council will agree to use those funds to hire three additional firefighters.
Nativity of Our Lord to host Ecumenical Music Fest Oct. 15
An Ecumenical Music Fest will be held Sunday, Oct. 15, at 3 p.m. at Nativity of Our Lord Church to benefit three local non-profit organizations: Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault/Lily’s House, Northern Lakes National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwoods.
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Rhinelander FBLA/DECA takes on Trick or Can food drive
The Rhinelander High School FBLA/DECA Club is once again participating in the statewide community service project known as Trick Or Can. Members will be dropping off bags for community donations on Oct. 16 and will be back around to pick up the non-perishable food items on Oct. 25, the School …
Rhinelander High School HOSA Club seeks hygiene supply donations from the community
The Rhinelander High School HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Club is seeking donations from the community to help supply hygiene baskets that HOSA provides for students.
Residents offer mixed feedback on sidewalk snow removal proposal
The City of Rhinelander is in the information-gathering phase as it considers a pilot program that would involve the hiring of a city employee who would be responsible for clearing snow from sidewalks adjacent to some of the community’s most well-traveled streets.
Student Spotlight: Kaden Vanney
To ensure they are prepared for a future that will include paying bills and sticking to a budget, the School District of Rhinelander requires all students to take a personal money management course before graduation.
Northwoods Fall Art Tour Oct. 6-8
Autumn colors have arrived and it’s time for the 24th annual fall Northwoods Art Tour, October 6-7-8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
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