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Nicolet welcomes new theatre and performing arts coordinator
Back in March, Mike Effinger was named Nicolet College's new theatre and performing arts coordinator, taking the reins after long-time theatre director Jim Nuttall retired in June. Although the theatre remains closed to the public for the foreseeable future due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Effinger has his sights set on …
Spotlighting pandemic-inspired creations: ArtStart, Nicolet and WXPR collect artist responses to challenges of 2020
Many of us have been stuck at home for months on end since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and some may have taken to creating art, music, prose and everything in between to pass the time. (subscriber access)
Oneida County youth to serve in 4-H leadership roles
Two local youth were elected on Nov. 23 to serve in leadership roles through Oneida County 4-H.
Hodag Park dressed to the nines
Those in search of holiday cheer are sure to get a healthy dose of Christmas spirit walking or driving through Hodag Park this weekend, as the Lights of the Northwoods will host the second weekend of the fourth annual Holiday Lights Festival from 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 18-20. (subscriber …
Peoples State Bank wraps up military care package drive
Soldiers serving overseas and Wisconsin's veterans in need of assistance will benefit from a military care donation drive hosted by Peoples State Bank's nine retail locations in northern, central, and southeastern Wisconsin.
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$10,000 for Hodag Park
Rhinelander Community Foundation (RCF) board member and treasurer Shannon Campy accepts a $10,000 donation to RCF from Lori Miller, administrator at AirPro Fan and Blower Company, designated for the Hodag Park Improvement Fund.
Masks for children
The Oneida County Traffic Safety Commission recently donated over 80 youth masks to the Oneida County Health Department.
Tree of Love a symbol of hope
To support those grieving the loss of loved ones this holiday season, Ascension at Home hosted a socially distanced Tree of Love lighting ceremony Thursday, Dec. 3 at St. Mary's Hospital. (subscriber access)
Former elementary school teacher honored
A local woman recently reached a pair of milestones not many achieve in a lifetime: former elementary school teacher Amy Adams turned 100-years-old on Sept. 6, 2020, and with that, she was recently honored as a Centennial Member by the Wisconsin Retired Educators' Association and its local counterpart, the Rhinelander …
Strebig named AWSA state associate principal of year
Rhinelander High School staff members gathered in the Jim Miazga Community Gymnasium Friday for a special, surprise announcement.They cheered as RHS associate principal Kari Strebig was named Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) state associate principal of the year. (subscriber access)
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Oil paintings by Kendra Bulgrin and photography by Les Klug featured in ArtStart's winter exhibition
As the days get shorter and the temperature gets colder, those in search of creative inspiration can find respite in ArtStart's winter exhibition now through Jan. 18. (subscriber access)
Rhinelander Revisited: Athletics shape Hodag identity
The Home of the Hodags is blessed with a stunning array of lakes, trails and parks which allow locals and tourists to enjoy a wide range of sports and outdoor activities. Historically, many locals have demonstrated athletic excellence and their efforts have strengthened the various recreation programs we enjoy to …
NATH-Frederick Place to host critical end-of-year fundraisers
Northwoods Alliance for Temporary Housing (NATH)-Frederick Place has continuously supported local men, women and children experiencing homelessness since the 16-bed temporary emergency shelter first opened its doors on Frederick Street in January of 2011. (subscriber access)
Go get it!
Unseasonably warm weather prompted Shemira Tervantes to spend some time with her dog Itachi Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020 at Hodag Park in Rhinelander.
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