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Free income tax assistance available
Trained and certified volunteers, sponsored by the Internal Revenue Service, and working through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program, will once again provide free federal and state income tax and Wisconsin Homestead Credit preparation including electronic filing this year.
Violet’s spectacular return home
It is never an easy thing when a beloved family pet goes missing. It is even harder when the pet is a rescue, trying to recover from unbearable conditions in a new, loving home. This was the case for Violet, a six-year-old basset hound, rescued by Elizabeth Kowieski’s family only …
DeByle was more than a downtown businessman
Most Rhinelander residents will remember Speck DeByle as a downtown businessman, often seen eating lunch at the Northwestern or walking through town, dressed impeccably. But many people, too, will always remember the sporting side of DeByle, the side that brought him to join the Hodag Sports Club decades ago when …
Gas prices hit lowest price on average in US since 2020
Pump prices, on average, were at their lowest since 2020 in the United States last month. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the average cost of a gallon of regular gasoline fell below $3 on Dec. 1 for the first time since February of 2021.
Snow storm sweeps through Northwoods causing power outages, hazardous conditions
A winter snow storm affecting much of Wisconsin swept through the Northwoods the evening of Dec. 28 and lasted through the afternoon of Dec. 29. According to the National Weather Service in Green Bay, there was over a foot of snow reported in many parts of north central Wisconsin.
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Observing at the open house
Four-year-old Colton Holom views train displays during the Railroad Museum Christmas Open House on Friday, Dec. 19, at the Pioneer Park Historical Complex in Rhinelander.
Speck DeByle, pillar of Rhinelander community, passes away at 92
The name Speck DeByle has been synonymous with downtown Rhinelander for decades. Most Rhinelander natives over a certain age can say they shopped at DeByle’s Clothing Store for back-to-school, work and play for years.
RHS Key Club, National Honor Society support local families and food pantry
The School District of Rhinelander is proud to recognize the outstanding efforts of the Rhinelander High School (RHS) Key Club, in partnership with the RHS National Honor Society (NHS), for their recent work supporting families in need and the Rhinelander Food Pantry.
Rhinelander Community Foundation continues to grow
After reaching a major milestone in 2024 by granting more than $1 million to the community since its inception, the Rhinelander Community Foundation (RCF) continued its momentum in 2025 with the establishment of two new funds, according to a press release.
St. Augustines to host ‘Epiph-a-tea’ Jan. 6 and Jan. 10
A new ecumenical event to celebrate the Epiphany will be hosted at St. Augustine Episcopal Church. Two identical sessions of an “Epiph-a-tea” will be offered: Tuesday, Jan. 6, and Saturday, Jan. 10, both at 2 p.m. in the church’s Guild Hall.
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Legislative audit finds nearly $1B DOT accounting error
Wisconsin’s annual audit of state finances has revealed a nearly $1 billion accounting error at the Department of Transportation, as well as ongoing information technology security deficiencies and statutory noncompliance at the Department of Administration.
DNR to host career fair in Woodruff Jan. 21
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be hosting six career fairs across the state in early 2026, one of which will be in Woodruff.
Speck DeByle, pillar of Rhinelander community, passes away at 92
DeWayne “Speck” DeByle, 92, passed away on Christmas Eve.
Lighting up the longest night
A crowd watches the burning of a wooden sculpture during the Winter Solstice Celebration on Sunday, Dec. 21, at the Nicolet College Northwoods Community Gardens in Rhinelander.
Rhinelander fire chief to resign
On Monday, Dec. 22, Rhinelander fire chief Brian Tonnancour tendered his letter of resignation to the city administrator, mayor, members of the Rhinelander city council as well as the city’s Police and Fire Commission. His resignation will be effective as of Jan. 16, 2026.
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