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Global Game Jam - Northwoods Showcase program makes for more than ‘just’ a game
With flashing screens and intriguing games everywhere you looked, the fourth annual Global Game Jam - Northwoods Showcase drew an appreciative crowd to Nicolet College’s Lakeshore Center last Wednesday, March 11, to enjoy the creations of its middle and high school student participants.
Rhinelander well-represented on Youth Apprenticeship Day at the state capitol
Six juniors in the School District of Rhinelander’s Youth Apprenticeship program had the opportunity to visit the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison on Wednesday, March 11, for Youth Apprenticeship Day at the Capitol.
Vietnam War ceremony March 27 in Harshaw
Vietnam Veterans Day is Sunday, March 29 and on Friday, March 27, the Northwoods National Cemetery in Harshaw will host a Vietnam War commemoration and wreath-laying ceremony. The ceremony, intended to honor the service and sacrifice of Vietnam veterans, is expected to be 20 minutes with the program beginning at …
The men who would be mayor
In preparation for the April 7 spring election, Rhinelander voters had the opportunity to compare and contrast the pair of candidates who hope to helm the city at Thursday night’s Rhinelander Mayoral Forum.
Newbold seeks residential parking revision in county ordinance
The Newbold town board has forwarded its recommendation to the Oneida County planning and zoning department regarding a revision to the county zoning ordinance’s residential parking regulations. During the town board’s March 12 meeting, town chairman Dan Hess said the county wanted input.
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Health dept. reports increase in blastomycosis cases
The Oneida County Health Department announced Thursday, March 12 that more cases of blastomycosis, commonly known as “blasto,” in the Northwoods. Health officials ask residents to learn the symptoms and ways to lower their risk.
Grand jury indicts Minnesota man involved in alleged Oneida County sex crimes
A federal grand jury in the Western District of Wisconsin, sitting in Madison, returned an indictment against Creighton Mithaugen, 37, Faribault, Minn., on March 12. He’s charged with traveling in interstate commerce to have illicit sexual conduct. The indictment alleges that on Feb. 13, 2026, Mithaugen traveled to Rhinelander to …
State greenlights Hwy. 51 work in Minocqua
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has signed a $1.2 million contract to improve U.S. Highway 51 between the Lake Minocqua Bridge and Front Street. Work is scheduled to begin March 30.
Oneida County forestry closes roads abandoned by town of Little Rice
The future of portions of Gobler Lake Road and Kelly Fire Lane is uncertain. Recently the town of Little Rice made the decision to discontinue sections of both of these roads. The Oneida County Forestry, recreation and land department was made aware of this discontinuation via a legal notice.
‘Tying Land and Water’ event at Rhinelander Brewing Company March 19
Come have a brew and enjoy the camaraderie of those who love to trout fish in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. On Thursday, March 19 from 4 to 7 p.m., representatives from the Wisconsin River Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited, Northwoods Land Trust, and Mel’s Trading Post will be on hand …
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Rhinelander DECA students compete at state
From Feb. 22 to 25, 13 Rhinelander High School students competed at the Wisconsin DECA State Career Development Conference in Lake Geneva.
Interactive Passover presentation set for March 23
Calvary Baptist Church in Rhinelander plans to host “Christ in the Passover: An Interactive Experience” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 23. The presentation, led by Jennifer Razzouk of Jews for Jesus, illustrates the connection between the Jewish feast of Passover and the last supper Jesus shared with his disciples, according …
Nicolet College launches second cohort of ‘Start Your Own Business’
After a successful first offering, Nicolet College is launching the second cohort of its “Start Your Own Business” course — an eight-week, hands-on experience designed to move aspiring entrepreneurs from idea to action.
Activities galore coming up at Demmer Library
The Demmer Memorial Library in Three Lakes is happy to share its programming for the upcoming week. Been cooped up this winter? Do you want a reason to leave the house? The Demmer Library is hosting Soup and Social Hour Wednesday, March 18, from 5 to 6 p.m. Bring a …
Northwoods River News WNA’s Best in Division for 3rd straight year
The Northwoods River News has won the Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation’s award for Best in Division for 2025, closing out an impressive year with 25 total awards and five first-place finishes in the association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest.
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