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Close Encounter
A couple out kayaking on Manson Lake near Rhinelander late Thursday afternoon got close enough to a loon to grab a few good photos with a cellphone camera.
A tradition unlike any other
Worms generally enjoy wet conditions, but they are not necessarily conducive to competitive racing. With a threat of rain in the forecast Wednesday afternoon, Rhinelander District Library officials had no choice but to move the 29th annual Great Library Worm Race from its usual location of "Wiggly Field" to the …
Acclaimed organist to perform concert to benefit NATH
Internationally acclaimed organist and composer Chelsea Chen will present a concert at 7 p.m Friday, Aug. 4, co-sponsored by the Eagle River First Congregational United Church of Christ and the First Congregational United Church of Christ, Rhinelander, to benefit the Northwoods Alliance for Temporary Housing (NATH).
Nicolet nursing assistant evening classes coming to Tomahawk, Eagle River
Nicolet College will offer nursing assistant classes in Tomahawk and Eagle River starting with the fall semester with evening classes for individuals seeking a career in health care.
Alfred Angelo Bridal's bankruptcy rocks Rhinelander boutique
Lund and Taylor Bridal Gallerie in Rhinelander is one of a number of bridal shops across the country impacted by the sudden bankruptcy of dress vendor Alfred Angelo. (subscriber access)
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Armstrong Creek to celebrate Polish Heritage Days July 28, 29
Armstrong Creek will celebrate Polish Heritage Days July 28 and 29.Fittingly, the event will begin with plenty of polka music from the Cynor Brothers Polka Band from 7 to 11 p.m. Friday before the crowning of the festival king and queen at 9 p.m.
Northwoods Petroleum Museum Car Show in Three Lakes Aug. 5
Hundred of vehicles will be on display from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug 5 as part of the 13th annual Northwoods Petroleum Museum Car Show, 2141 Wykowski Rd. in Three Lakes.
New vendors join Hodag Farmers Market
Last Saturday saw three extra vendors join the Hodag Farmers Market. Their arrival was heralded with a blare of trumpets while flower petals cascaded down from above. There was dancing and singing while the newcomers learned the secret handshake and became fully initiated into the group.
Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association recognizes Rudolph
The Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Association met recently in Wisconsin Rapids for a County Conservationist meeting. At that gathering, Dr. Tom Rudolph, who served 20 years on the Oneida County Board of Supervisors, was recognized by WLWCA Executive Director Jim VandenBrook for his many decades of service to conservation …
Puppy power!
A group of about 30 people of all ages pitched in to help the Sheppard Park Dog Park take a giant step toward becoming a reality Saturday.
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Puppy power!
A group of about 30 people of all ages pitched in to help the Sheppard Park Dog Park take a giant step toward becoming a reality Saturday.
Author Jerry Apps to discuss latest book at Rhinelander District Library Aug. 5
In conjunction with the School of the Arts Legacy Writer's Retreat program, University Wisconsin Professor emeritus and author Jerry Apps, will speaking about his latest work "Never Curse the Rain" at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at at the Rhinelander District Library.
Rhinelander Lions Club donates to Personal Essentials Pantry, Camp Birchrock
The Rhinelander Lions Club recently presented a check for $1,000 to be used at the Personal Essentials Pantry (PEP) located at the Rhinelander First Methodist Church.
NATH donation
Several youth from the Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church Faith Explorers (Sunday School) group presented a check to the Northwoods Alliance for Temporary Housing (NATH) last month. The youth put their own money into an offering each week before Faith Explorers and at the end of the year the youth decided …
Public turns out for annual MASH Blood Drive
The Community Blood Center's eighth annual Hodag MASH Blood Drive had a steady flow of donors Wednesday at Pioneer Park. (subscriber access)
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