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Trees for Tomorrow announces summer programs
Trees For Tomorrow, a natural resources specialty school in Eagle River, has announces its new lineup of programs open to the public this summer."We offer programs for a wide variety of ages," environmental science educator Melanie Stewart, who also coordinates summer programming, said in a press release announcing the summer …
ww=p supports artstart
The Wisconsin Women Equal Prosperity (WW=P) organization awarded two $1,000 grants during the recent LUNAFEST film fundraiser at the Three Lakes Center for the Arts. Pictured, from left to right, are Patti Fitzpatrick, representing Rhinelander ArtStart TGI Art Fridays Children's Art Program; former Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton, Ginger Chrobak, representing …
humane society donation
The fourth annual John (Doodie) Loduha Memorial Doubles Cribbage Tournament, held Saturday, April 9 at Brokers, benefited the Oneida County Humane Society. Pet supplies along with a monetary donation of $1,000 were collected to help the animals of Oneida County Humane Society. Pictured are Kim Vandervest, owner of Brokers; Bria …
High school students test skills at Nicolet College welding competition
Students from the 11 high schools in the Nicolet College District recently participated in the college's annual High School Welding Competition, starting with qualifying rounds and culminating with the finals competition in the Nicolet Welding Lab, the college said in a press release.
Peoples State Bank donates to Harshaw Memorial Day ceremony
Peoples State Bank recently donated $500 to Veterans Ceremony-Union Grove Cemetery, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that coordinates the annual Veterans Memorial Ceremony at Union Grove Cemetery in Harshaw."It's awesome (to receive the donation)," said John Pauke, board member with the Veterans Ceremony Committee. "The hardest part is trying to reach …
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Local art centers need community feedback
Youth art programs are springing up around the country, and Rhinelander is no exception. The benefits of allowing young people to be creative include increased problem-solving skills, stronger interpersonal skills, self-awareness and expression. Two Rhinelander organizations are teaming up to provide more opportunities for Northwoods children to explore their creative …
Be your own advocate
Near the end of H.G. Wells' novel "War of the Worlds," just as towering Martian invaders are about to take over our planet, they are defeated by one of earth's simplest life forms: bacteria. The book is pure fiction, but the concept is striking and speaks volumes about the fragility …
Food pantry's 'Salad Bowl' event draws a crowd
The Rhinelander Area Food Pantry's newest fundraiser appears to have struck a nerve with Northwoods salad lovers.The first annual Garden Fresh Salad Bowl, held Saturday at Holiday Acres, drew more than 100 people.Organizers said the idea for the event was born during a Leadership Oneida County brainstorming session. (subscriber access)
Animal lovers turn out in droves to support OCHS
The Oneida County Humane Society saw its biggest turnout ever Saturday for the third annual Furball fundraiser.The 200-ticket event, held at the Reiter Center in Three Lakes, was sold out, to the delight of organizers."We're just absolutely thrilled," said Sue Otis, Furball event coordinator and board member/treasurer for the Oneida …
CT's Deli supports GOTR
CT's Deli, downtown Rhinelander, helped Girls on the Run of the Northwoods raise over $700 at a Friday Night FUNdraiser held Friday, April 22 at the Deli. Guest bartenders Kira Lynne and Karen McCabe served drinks and the Deli donated 50 percent of bar sales. Raffle baskets and a spin …
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SBA.gov provides free assistance to small businesses
The decision to start a business is often a mixed bag of excitement and nerves. The idea of creating a successful, self-made business can be appealing but sometimes just as overwhelming.Many decisions have to be made, research has to be done and endless hoops have to be navigated.The U.S. Small …
Lake of the Torches announces summer entertainment lineup
The Northwoods will be rockin' this summer as music superstars such as Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, The Beach Boys and John Michael Montgomery hit the stage at Lake of the Torches Resort Casino in Lac du Flambeau.Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will bring their rock 'n' roll marriage and …
St. Germain mom creates autism awareness with cupcakes
In an effort to help raise autism and Down syndrome awareness in her community, one St. Germain mom is getting people's attention by catering to one of their strongest urges: their appetites."Cupcake Wednesdays is an idea that I came up with a couple years ago," said Jen Hansen, pharmacist and …
Complex character in Nicolet Players' 'Outside Mullingar' a welcome challenge for Schwartz
What's the most fun a person can have?For Anna Schwartz, acting on the Nicolet College Theatre stage is right up there near the top."I just love it," said Schwartz, who is currently rehearsing for "Outside Mullingar," her tenth production as a member of the Nicolet Players.
ripco supports scouts
Ripco Credit Union recently donated $500 to the Samoset Council Boy Scouts of America. Pictured, from left to right, are Diane Sowinski, vice president of marketing and business development at Ripco Credit Union, and Steven Lowe, Crystal Lake and Northwoods senior district executive of the Samoset Council Boy Scouts of …
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