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Scouting for Food
The Rhinelander Scout USA Troops and Cub Scout Pack were hard at work on Saturday, April 5, collecting food and cash donations for the Rhinelander Area Food Pantry as part of their annual Scouting for Food community service project.
Rhinelander ethics committee mentions rumors about change of polling place
The Rhinelander ethics committee went into closed session at its April 14 meeting, but reconvened in open session at the recommendation of town attorney Steven Sorenson.
Northwoods Recovery: Looking back
Looking back now, it seems almost funny; I had not the beginning of a clue what I would be getting myself into. At the time I was scrambling merely to get out, whatever it might take. Finally admitting “I’m a drug addict,” finally seeing that all my misery was caused …
Oneida County land and water conservation committee looks at projects funded by Knowles-Nelson, drafts resolution of support for reauthorization
Part of Governor Evers’ budget includes reauthorizing the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program for 10 years with annual funding of $100 million made available for projects around the state. So far, funding from the program have contributed to 10,274 projects for a total of $1.3 billion. In Oneida County alone, 135 projects …
Science Fair peaks curiosity in young minds
Did you see it? A mini Mount Vesuvius gushing with vinegar and baking soda, newly-hatched chicks, hair-raising displays of static electricity, homemade biodegradable plastic — all manor of scientific exploration and inquest was on display at Rhinelander High School on Thursday, where dozens of elementary school students gathered to share …
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St. Germain murder suspect waives preliminary hearing
James Johnson, a 56-year-old St. Germain man being accused of 1st degree murder, decided to waive his preliminary hearing when he appeared in custody in Vilas County court on April 9, according to court records. Johnson was charged with 1st degree intentional homicide and use of a dangerous weapon after …
Tri-County Heroes Event April 23
The Tri-County Heroes Event, a collaborative effort between the Tomah Veterans Adminstration (VA) Medical Center and the Taylor, Price and Lincoln County veterans service offices, will be held on April 23, from 1 to 5 p.m at the Northwoods Veterans Post in Merrill. This event aims to provide veterans with …
Newbold town board OKs disc golf tournament for Warm Kids Wisconsin
The Newbold town board at its April 10 meeting agreed to allow a disc golf tournament at Rookery Run Golf Course on June 28. Lea Kolbeck said Warm Kids Wisconsin, a 501(c)(3) she’s part of, provides new snow pants and boots for elementary students in need throughout the state. She …
Search for missing Lac du Flambeau woman continues
Authorities continue the search for a 37 year-old Lac du Flambeau woman who’s been missing since mid-March. Melissa Beson was last seen March 17 and T.J. Bill, the chief of the Lac du Flambeau Tribal Police Department, told The Lakeland Times last week searches for Beson are still being conducted.
Hoppy to meet you
Five-year-old Ryker Hakala meets the Easter Bunny at the Third Annual Easter Event on Sunday, April 6, at James Williams Middle School in Rhinelander.
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Meta-analysis: Environmental pollutants are significant risk factors for autism
Another year and another analysis has found significant links between toxic environmental exposures and autism, this time a peer-reviewed meta-analysis of cohort studies published in BMC Public Health.
Menards has drop site for local humane association
The Rhinelander Menards home improvement store is now serving as a drop site for a local humane association through the month of May.
Taking care of business
Two Rhinelander High School students meant business when they walked into the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference in Green Bay last month. Senior Brody Kowieski emerged from the conference, which has a competitive component, as a state champion in his category, and senior Kate Ripple earned …
DNR encourages kids to participate in 2025 Youth Turkey Hunt April 12-13
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds families, mentors and young hunters that there’s still time to plan and participate in the 2025 statewide youth turkey hunt April 12-13. Each year, the youth turkey hunt gives hunters under 16 the opportunity feel the excitement of turkey season and gain …
Wolf conflicts still affecting rural Wisconsinites
Some legislators, such as U.S. Congressman Tom Tiffany, have been working to get yet another delisting done for the gray wolf. As those battles continue, so, too, do the battles of hunters, producers and rural citizens of Wisconsin. While the former can be contentious, the latter can be traumatic for …
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