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SDR board approves upgrades to tracks and tennis courts
Approvals of some six-digit purchases to benefit students both physically and mentally were among the highlights of Monday’s meeting of School District of Rhinelander school board, held at Rhinelander High School’s Superior Diesel Advanced Learning Center.
Extensive U.S. Highway 8 improvement project starts next month in Pelican
Next month a $6.2 million transformation will get underway for US 8, between highways 47 and 17 North, in the town of Pelican. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced Thursday that Gov. Tony Evers has signed a $6.2 million contract for the construction project. Details such as staging, schedule, traffic …
Road and bridge repairs begin soon for U.S. 51 in Nokomis and Woodboro
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a $2.8 million contract to improve U.S. Highway 51 between U.S. Highway 8 and County Highway L in the towns of Nokomis and Woodboro, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced Friday, March 20. Work is scheduled to begin in …
Pine Lake eyes city’s water and sewer extension plan
A potential development’s impact to Shepard Lake Road’s right of way made for a lively discussion at the Pine Lake town board meeting on Wednesday, March 18. With chairman Jim Flory absent, the meeting at the Pine Lake Community Building was chaired by Tim Oestreich.
Commitment to readying youth for life after high school earns SDR and community the spotlight as national role model
Those in the School District of Rhinelander know it’s something special, with its above-and-beyond efforts in preparing youth for life after high school. Others have been taking notice, too — most recently Julie Anixter, an author who lives part-time in Three Lakes.
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Oneida/Vilas snowmobile season thrives with last two winters in rearview
The snowmobile seasons in Oneida and Vilas counties shined this winter season, the first in three years the Northwoods had an adequate amount of snow to support heavy influxes of snowmobilers.
April 15 tax deadline approaching, use IRS free file to file a return
For 2026, eight private-sector partners are offering guided tax software products through Internal Revenue Service (IRA) Free File to taxpayers with an Adjusted Gross Income of $89,000 or less in 2025.
Hazelhurst man in critical condition following UTV mishap
A Hazelhurst man was found trapped under the utility task vehicle (UTV) he was operating in Hazelhurst late Monday afternoon. According to a press release from the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office, dispatchers were notified of a UTV on the edge of Lower Kaubashine Lake in Hazelhurst still running but with …
Two new features for 2026 Hodag Heritage Festival
Organizers of the Hodag Heritage Festival announced two brand-new features for this year’s Hodag Heritage Festival on May 16 — a completely redesigned festival website and the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show. Both additions are part of the festival’s effort to enhance the experience for attendees, families, and the community, according …
April events galore are on the way for adults and teens at the Rhinelander District Library
The Rhinelander District Library Adult Department has a full roster of events this April. From tech help to poetry, there's something for everyone!
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Getting the party started at Hodag Fun Zone
The Rhinelander Chamber Ambassadors recently held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the grand opening of Hodag Fun Zone, 51 N. Brown St. in downtown Rhinelander. Owned by Charlene Slack, Hodag Fun Zone opened in January and officially celebrated its grand opening March 13.
Leprechaun Gold
With some guidance from coach Amber Krouze, and perhaps some leprechaun magic in the air, young bowman Sebastian Ouimette, 8, scored an elusive golden bullseye during the YMCA of the Northwoods - Beck Family Y’s Youth Archery session on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17.
Helke seeks court review of Rhinelander commission’s police captain promotion
A Rhinelander Police Department officer who was interviewed last month for the role of police captain, but was not offered the promotion, is taking legal action. Patrol sergeant Kurt Helke was one of only two candidates for the police captain position, together with then-fellow patrol sergeant Chad Brown. Each was …
Clerks panel to help voters prepare for Election Day rescheduled for March 27
Area residents are invited to attend “What Clerks Want Voters to Know: A Community Conversation” on Thursday, March 27, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Rhinelander District Library. This panel will feature three county and municipal clerks from Oneida County — the officials who administer local elections —sharing what …
Northwoods native with Alaska experience joins River News and Times
You may have noticed a new byline in the newspaper over the last few weeks. That’s because a new reporter has joined the staff of The Lakeland Times and The Northwoods River News. Blake Richard graduated Chequamegon High School in Park Falls in 2020 and earned his Bachelor’s degree from …
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