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Preventing winter slip and fall injuries
As winter sets in, snow and ice can turn sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots into hazardous zones. Slip and fall injuries are among the most common winter-related accidents, often leading to serious consequences such as fractures, sprains, and head injuries.
Chamber hosts open house to celebrate anniversary
The Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce hosted an open house last Tuesday, marking a momentous conclusion to its 100th anniversary year. The event celebrated the chamber’s century of supporting the business community, fostering economic growth, and enhancing the quality of life in Rhinelander.
Gruich remains jailed after hearing on $40,000 cash bond
After an adjourned initial appearance last Thursday, December 19, and as of press time, a Michigan man accused of threatening an Oneida County judge and a local newspaper publisher remained jailed in Oneida County as his spouse sought legal representation for him.
RCF surpasses $1M in awarded grants
In 2024, the Rhinelander Community Foundation (RCF) celebrated an extraordinary achievement — surpassing $1 million in grants awarded to the community since its founding in 2015. This remarkable milestone reflects the power of generosity and a shared commitment to creating a brighter future for Rhinelander.
Not so happy holidays? Some tips for getting through
It’s not the most wonderful time of the year for everyone. The holidays can be a joy-filled season but they can also be stressful and especially challenging for those affected by mental illness.
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Legislature’s joint rules review committee suspends DNR gun rule
The Legislature’s Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules last week suspended a state Department of Natural Resources’ administrative rule that a conservative group said violated the Second Amendment and that the DNR itself conceded was inconsistent with state law.
Crescent concert
Students at Crescent Elementary School sing and dance during their holiday concert held at the John and Dori Brown Performing Arts Center at Rhinelander High School Wednesday, Dec. 18.
Northwoods Recovery
I was only following my dream. Or so I kept telling myself. I wasn’t addicted to the drugs I was doing every day. Daily doping was only in keeping with the role I was playing, member in good standing of the prevailing drug culture.
Rhinelander police chief endorses Chiamulera as potential successor
Lloyd Gauthier is preparing to step down sometime in 2025 and he knows exactly who he would like to see take his place as Rhinelander’s next police chief. During this month’s meeting of the city’s police and fire commission, Gauthier minced no words in throwing his full support behind Capt. …
Political Digest
An analysis of national data by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health psychiatry researchers showed that the type of trauma a person experiences could be more impactful than the amount of trauma they encounter in youth.
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Holiday caroling
The holiday season is a time for joy, giving, and community spirit. This year, the staff at RIPCO Credit Union embraced the true essence of the holidays by organizing a heartwarming caroling event at Milestone Living Homes in Rhinelander, Eagle River & Minocqua as well Friendly Village.
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ enforcement campaign underway
The Wisconsin State Patrol is joined by law enforcement agencies throughout the state stepping up patrols to stop impaired driving during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. The national effort began Dec. 13 and runs through New Year’s Day.
New winter road condition categories unveiled
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) last week announced new winter road condition categories to better reflect current conditions on roads across the state. The categories are now: Normal, Partially Covered, Completely Covered, Travel Not Advised, and No Report.
Two Northwoods nonprofits receive Green Gifts from Cellcom
Cellcom has selected two Northwoods nonprofits to receive a share of its annual Green Gifts, which invests money from recycled cell phones back into environmental projects. Awardees include Wild Instincts of Rhinelander and Trees For Tomorrow of Eagle River.
$50,000 cash bond set on Bangstad supporter accused of making threats
Oneida County circuit judge Mary Sowinski imposed this week a $50,000 cash bond on a Michigan man who has been arrested and jailed in Oneida County for allegedly threatening Oneida County circuit judge Michael Schiek and Gregg Walker, publisher of both The Lakeland Times and The Northwoods River News.
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