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Winter parking regulations in Rhinelander
The Rhinelander Police Department would once again like to remind city residents of the winter parking regulations which will go into effect on Nov. 15. We would ask that residents follow the regulations to assist the public works department in their efforts to clear and maintain the streets during periods …
Opposition yields no U-turn on Hwy. 51/County Hwy. K roundabout Plan
Staff with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) have made the determination to move forward with construction of a single-lane roundabout at the intersection of U.S. Highway 51 and Swamp Lake Road and County Highway K in Harshaw.
Downtown Rhinelander hosts Trick-or-Treat Oct. 25
Eeeek! It’s that time of year again! Downtown Rhinelander Inc. invites families to join in the Halloween fun at the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat event on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. Kids are encouraged to dress up and head downtown for an afternoon of trick-or-treating at participating businesses. …
OVTC moves closer to possible land acquisition for new headquarters
The effort by the Oneida Vilas Transit Commission (OVTC), which oversees Northwoods Transit Connections (NTC) to procure land for a new administration, shop and bus storage facility for the NTC got another boost Tuesday from the Oneida County board’s land records committee.
Caregiver Roadmap Resource Event Oct. 23
If you are a caregiver, you know the path isn’t always smooth and easy to navigate. Wouldn’t it be great to have a map! Join us for an expert panel discussion on the pit stops you may need to take through your caregiving journey. Experts from each pit stop on …
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Homecoming royalty
Rhinelander High School held its annual homecoming dance Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Jim Miazga Community Gymnasium and recognized the seniors on this year’s homecoming court.
Parade regulations reviewed at Rhinelander city council meeting
As part of a cyclical review of ordinances, the Rhinelander City Council looked at the parade regulations during its Oct. 13 meeting. Recently, two separate parties were cited for inappropriate distribution of candy at the Fourth of July parade.
Rural shelters respond as homelessness rises
The homeless population in Wisconsin rose to its highest population last year since at least 2019, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Continuum of Care (COC) program. Twice a year, COC gathers input from across the state for its Point in Time report, a one-night headcount …
Meyer pleads guilty to two counts of possession of child pornography
A 31 year-old Gleason man will be sentenced in January in Oneida County court after pleading guilty on Oct. 10 to two counts of possession of child pornography, class D felonies, and one count of incest with a child, a class C felony.
Supervisors praise IT amid growing tech expenses
When it rolls around to budget season in Wisconsin counties, a lot of the conversation swirls around roads and payroll and sheriff’s department needs, and that’s nearly always the case in Oneida County, too.
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Culver’s Share Day to benefit Rhinelander Area Food Pantry on Oct. 19
Culver’s in Rhinelander will host a fundraising event Sunday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a portion of sales during that time donated to the Rhinelander Area Food Pantry, according to a press release.
Charles Broukal
Charles Broukal, 99, died on October 7, 2025, at the Friendly Village in Rhinelander. He was born on May 25, 1926 in Chicago, the son of George and Rose (Ganta) Broukal.
Rhinelander FBLA/DECA launches ‘Trick or Can’ food drive
Rhinelander High School’s FBLA/DECA chapter is participating in “Trick or Can,” a statewide community service initiative aimed at collecting non-perishable food items for local families in need, according to a press release.
Rhinelander to host fair maps community hearing
The League of Women Voters of the Northwoods will host the Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition for a community hearing on an independent redistricting commission on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. at ArtStart, 65 South Stevens Street in Rhinelander.
Author to speak on wildflowers at Nicolet College Oct. 21
Renowned author, naturalist, and photographer Stan Tekiela will be speaking on the topic of “Wildflowers: Nature’s Stunning Beauty in Full Bloom” at Nicolet College’s Northwoods Center in Rhinelander on Oct. 21, at 6 p.m. Space is limited so email [email protected] for a registration link.
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