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Ruby’s Pantry ceases ministry operations
Ruby’s Pantry corporate office sent out notice on March 31 that they are ceasing ministry operations effective April 1 to all pop-up monthly food pantries across Minnesota and Wisconsin.
U.S. 8 improvement project in Rhinelander begins April 20
The Rhinelander area will soon gain two new traffic roundabouts — and a substantial road detour during their construction. Construction will start April 20 on a U.S. Highway 8 improvement project that is expected to be completed in early September, representatives from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) and contractor …
Rhinelander native Rice-Heckendorf named Visit Wausau director of operations
Visit Wausau has announced the hiring of Rhinelander native Jamie Rice-Heckendorf as its new director of operations and integrator, effective March 23.
Rhinelander Public Art Commission decides location of proposed ‘Iron Hodag’ sculpture
There’s a hefty new Hodag coming to town, and the Rhinelander Public Art Commission had its first meeting of the year March 25 to help smooth its way.
McCaffery to be inducted to Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame April 21 in Rhinelander
Conservation nonprofit Wisconsin’s Green Fire (WGF) is hosting a public event on April 21 from 4-7 p.m. at The Pines in Rhinelander. All are invited to attend this celebration of science and conservation featuring Keith McCaffery, one of the 2026 inductees to the Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame (WCHF). Food …
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Minocqua, Lynne mull petitioning Oneida County to take over road shared by the towns
A jurisdictional transfer request submitted to the Oneida County board’s highway committee by the town of Lynne was on the committee’s April 2 meeting agenda. The request centers around Willow Road being transferred from the town’s road inventory to the county highway system.
Tiffany takes rival to task on tax on tips, overtime
With legislation to eliminate state income taxes on tips and on some overtime now sitting on Gov. Tony Evers’s desk, the issue has emerged as a flashpoint in the state’s 2026 governor’s race, pitting presumptive Republican nominee Tom Tiffany against one of the leading Democratic candidates, state Rep. Francesca Hong, …
Pure Egg-citement!
Making a delightful find, Delilah Solen, 3, was one of more than 140 kids who followed the Easter Bunny’s tracks throughout Rennes Health & Rehab Center in Rhinelander on March 29 in search of treat-filled plastic eggs.
Election clerks tell it like it is
Postponed for two weeks when the area was socked with mid-month snow, the presentation “What Election Clerks Want Voters to Know: A Community Conversation” finally brought a trio of municipal clerks together with an attentive crowd last Friday, March 27 at the Rhinelander District Library. The event was co-sponsored by …
Oneida County ADRC announces April community events
The Oneida County Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will host several community events in April, offering opportunities for learning, social engagement, and creative activities for older adults and individuals with disabilities.
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County weighs $2M transfer as out-of-home placement costs surge
Oneida County was hit last year with an unexpected surge in out-of-home placement costs for children, and so a resolution to transfer $2 million to cover the overage for last year is now headed to the county board.
Rhinelander St. Pat’s Parade committee offers thanks, announces winners
The St. Pat’s Parade Committee wishes to thank everyone who participated in the 16th annual parade. Special thanks to the City of Rhinelander Police Department for ensuring event security, the Public Works Department for preparing the venue and helping make this a safe and fun annual family event, the people …
Wisconsin Supreme Court contest heads to voters
Election Day is Tuesday, April 7, and, while most people know there’s an open state Supreme Court seat on the ballot, it’s barely generated any interest at the grassroots level. To call the contest subdued would be an understatement.
Pickleball tournament in Hodag Dome welcomes players from throughout the Midwest
The Clash of the Paddles Pickleball tournament awarded medals to 48 of its pickleball teams March 28 and 29 in the Hodag Dome. The event had podium placers in men’s and women’s doubles on Saturday and mixed doubles on Sunday.
Windy, dry conditions lead to brushfire battle in Woodboro Township
Gusty winds helped turn a firepit burn into a threat to three Woodboro Township structures last Sunday afternoon, March 29. The Crescent volunteer fire department responded to the call, with the assistance of the Cassian volunteer fire department and Wisconsin DNR units, to fight a spreading brush fire on the …
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