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Cassian town board moves draft of enhanced wake ordinance forward
The Cassian town board Monday voted to send a draft hazardous wake ordinance to town attorney Greg Harrold for review before sending it to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for a 60-day review there.
Fath, Garbowicz answer enhanced wake ordinance questions
St. Germain’s enhanced-wake committee conducted a question-and-answer session with Vilas County Sheriff Joe Fath during its Feb. 5 meeting. The group also discussed legal advice from town attorney Steve Garbowicz on the matter of regulating the use of enhanced-wake boats on town lakes.
Report: Overregulation limits success of choice schools
A new report by the conservative group Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) contends that burdensome regulations hinder the ability of choice schools to open and expand in Wisconsin, and it warns policymakers that over-regulating those institutions limits opportunities for families seeking alternatives to traditional public schools.
Rhinelander High School senior to play Eponine in ‘Les Mis’
Rhinelander High School senior Elena Larson is set to take the stage this evening as Eponine Thenardier in a Central Wisconsin Children’s Theater production of “Les Miserable: School Edition” at the James Veninga Theatre on the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Wausau campus.
Way down we go
On Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 the Northwood School of Dance held a competition team showcase with 25 performances put on by 27 dancers. Coaching the dancers were Jessie Phelps and Katelyn Shrock.
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Cassian board hears update on broadband project
The Cassian town board, as well as those in attendance for the group’s Feb. 10 meeting, received an update on Oneida County’s move toward enhanced broadband access for its residents. The update was provided by Tony Pharo, executive director of the Oneida County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC).
Minocqua man seriously injured in snowmobile crash
A 22 year-old Minocqua man was seriously injured in a snowmobile accident in Hazelhurst late Monday night. According to a press release from the Oneida County sheriff’s office released Tuesday, the dispatch center received a report just before 9 a.m. of a snowmobile accident on McCormick Lake.
Wisconsin joins lawsuit to seal treasury records from DOGE
The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to toss a temporary injunction blocking the administration from accessing what opponents say is sensitive personal data stored on the U.S. Treasury Department’s central payment system.
GOP would force sheriffs to work with ICE
State Rep. Jim Piwowarczyk and Republican colleagues have introduced legislation requiring county sheriffs to verify the citizenship status of individuals arrested for felonies and inquire with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement if the status is unclear.
Judson University Choir to perform at Lake Tomahawk Bible Church
Lake Tomahawk Bible Church has announced a special concert by the Judson University Choir will take place on Sunday, March 9, at 6 p.m. According to a press release from the church, this is the choir’s second appearance, and the church is thrilled to welcome them back.
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Defendants in Stella PFAS lawsuit file motion to compel
The companies defending themselves against a drinking water contamination lawsuit filed by a group of Town of Stella property owners have asked a federal judge to compel all named plaintiffs to respond to requests for production of documents.
Nominations open for 2025 Golden Apple Awards
Rhinelander Partners in Education (PIE) has announced that nominations are now open for the 2025 Golden Apple Awards. This annual awards program recognizes outstanding educators who demonstrate a high standard of expertise, innovation, and professionalism, according to a PIE press release.
Nine departments respond to Pine Lake structure fire
Firefighters from nine local departments responded to a structure fire Wednesday afternoon on Hildy Lane in the Town of Pine Lake.
A Trip Back in Time
No matter its size, the role of a hospital in any community cannot be overstated. It’s where the vast majority of townspeople will take their first breath and where many will draw their last. From panicked visits to the emergency room to routine checkups and screenings, visits to the hospital …
Nicolet announces fall 2024 dean’s list
Nicolet College is recognizing the academic excellence of 274 students who earned a place on the fall 2024 dean’s list. The dean’s list recognizes students who earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, based on a 4.0 scale. Nicolet College students are listed by the community in which …
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