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Final performances of Nicolet Players' 'The Mystery of Edwin Drood' May 7-10
Nicolet Players cast members are putting the finishing touches on their roles for the musical "The Mystery of Edwin Drood" in the Nicolet College Theatre.
Northwoods United Way elects new board of directors
The Northwoods United Way recently elected its 2016 board of directors.
Photo: Empty bowls benefits area food pantries
People gathered in Nicolet College's LRC Tuesday evening for the Empty Bowls event.
Someone You Should Know
As part of our continuing effort to highlight interesting people in the community, the River News is bringing readers a periodic feature entitled "Someone You Should Know." Next up is Tammy Modic, executive director of NATH (Northwoods Alliance for Temporary Housing) which operates the Frederick Place homeless shelter. (subscriber access)
Workers' Memorial Day to be observed Saturday at Pioneer Park
Local workers and community members are gathering Saturday, May 2 at 11 a.m. in Pioneer Park to remember workers who have died or suffered illness or injuries while on the job.
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Rennes Health and Rehab Center builds addition
Rennes Health and Rehab Center, beginning its third year of operation in Rhinelander, is increasing its presence in the community by building an addition that means more room for patients.
Photo: Prom royalty
The Rhinelander High School junior class celebrated prom Saturday evening. The theme was "Frozen."
Hodag Hops and Vines event draws a crowd
Beer and wine lovers flocked to the Quality Inn in Rhinelander Saturday for the fifth annual Hodag Hops and Vines event, hosted by the Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce.
Healthy Kids Day gets little ones moving
Children played and their parents gathered valuable information about healthy lifestyle choices Saturday during the YMCA of the Northwoods Healthy Kids Day event.
Postcard ... from the past
Situated along what is now County Highway W, Lake Creek Tourist Camp was in use until around 1940, after which time some of the cabins were used as rental cottages.
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Photo: Cake auction benefits local charities
Guests filled Nicolet College's Top of the Hill Community Room Thursday for a luncheon and cake auction to benefit area organizations.
Rhinelander musician wins two WAMI awards
A Rhinelander musician won two awards during Sunday night's 35th annual Wisconsin Area Music Industry ceremony at Turner Hall in Milwaukee.
Youth, adults attend the Sustainability Fair
Youth and adults packed the Newbold Town Hall Wednesday afternoon to learn more about how to live a more sustainable lifestyle.
Job fair provides opportunity for Northwoods job hunters
Eager job hunters, clutching resumes in one hand and adjusting ties with the other, descended on the Quality Inn in Rhinelander Wednesday for the annual Northern Advantage Job Fair.
Library offers programs for young children
The Rhinelander District Library's spring session of Baby Storytime is in progress.
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