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Wienermobile comes to town
An easily recognizable vehicle pulled into the parking lot of the Rhinelander Trig's store Thursday afternoon and quickly drew a crowd of curious onlookers.The reaction was hardly surprising, however, as the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is certainly a sight to see. (subscriber access)
Wabeno Area Players to present the musical comedy 'Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah!'
The Wabeno Area Players and the Essenhaus, in downtown Wabeno, are colloborating on another project, the fast-paced and hilarious, "Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah."
school supply donation
Joe Duchac, his wife Kathy and daughter Jodi recently purchased $1,000 worth of gift cards to Walmart so families in need could pick up school supplies. "At the food pantry, we can fill them up with food but we can't give them pencils and books and stuff but this is …
Rhinelander teen to compete in Miss Teen USA state qualifier
Vernida Boykin of Rhinelander is hoping participation in a national pageant will help her accomplish her goal of becoming a veternarian.Boykin, 17, will compete next month for a slot in the national Miss Teen USA pageant and is fundraising to defray the cost of participation. (subscriber access)
Rhinelander Lions Club supports 'Let's Go Fishing'
The Rhinelander Lions Club recently made a $250 donation to the "Let's Go Fishing" program.The mission of the Rhinelander chapter of "Let's Go Fishing" is to enrich the lives of individuals through fishing and boating excursions.
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RASTA volunteers do summer trail work
Rhinelander Area Silent Trails Association (RASTA) continues to implement its five-year plan to improve ski, bike and snowshoe/hiking trails located on Oneida County forestland. Trail work is done with the cooperation and approval of the Oneida County Forestry, Land and Outdoor Recreation Department and Committee.
Grzesik joins MMG hospitalist program
Gregory Grzesik, DO, has joined Ministry Medical Group's hospitalist program at Ministry Saint Mary's Hospital in Rhinelander.
Oil painter finds inspiration in courthouse neighborhood
Motorists traveling near the Oneida County Courthouse Monday may have spotted plein-air oil painter David Peacock standing under an umbrella, paintbrush in hand, turning a summer day into an indelible memory. (subscriber access)
Contest winner
Tomahawk Sew N Vac and Arrow Companies, LLC have announced the winner of their July Scavenger Hunt promotion. Pat Andrews of Tomahawk took home an Arrow Olivia sewing cabinet, with a retail value of nearly $700.
Labor coalition endorses Van stippen
Bryan Van Stippen, right, addresses the August meeting of the North Central Labor Coalition earlier this month at the Day's Inn in downtown Rhinelander. Van Stippen, a Democrat, is running against incumbent Tom Tiffany for the State Senate District 12 seat. After the brief speech, Van Stippen met with members …
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Vukovich to speak at Aglow meeting
Pastor Rose Vukovich will be the guest speaker at the Minocqua Aglow program Saturday, Aug. 20, at the Woodruff Community Center, 1418-1st Avenue S [Hwy 47] in Woodruff. She will be sharing her message on pursuing God while pursuing mammon entitled "Jacob Have I Loved; Esau Have I Hated," organizers …
Walk for water
Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and Trinity Lutheran Church, both in Rhinelander, joined up for ELCA's Walk for Water event on Saturday, Aug. 6. A total of 53 walkers - and three dogs - walked from Trinity to Hodag Park and back to Immanuel to raise awareness. Money raised is going …
Late summer picnic
The General Federation of Women's Clubs - Rhinelander Woman's Club had a lovely picnic Tuesday afternoon at Pioneer Park in Rhinelander. Club members signed up new members and shared ideas for upcoming projects.
Wabeno Area Players to sponsor playwriting workshop
Have you enjoyed the plays and Readers' Theaters at the Essenhaus in Wabeno and thought, "I have great ideas; I should write a play." Well here's your chance.
Ride with Leinie Aug. 12-13 in Land O' Lakes
The public is welcome to join Dick Leinenkugel and volunteers from Wilderness Lakes Trails at the Forest Lake Country Store in Land O' Lakes on Aug. 12 and 13 for a weekend of outdoor activity including a brat lunch and beer tasting. All proceeds will benefit the continuing expansion of …
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