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Trust the Science Act passes House
The Trust the Science Act (H.R. 764), introduced by U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany and Congresswoman Lauren Boebert, passed the House of Representatives last week. The bill would see the gray wolf removed from the Endangered Species List and would also ensure the species would not be relisted through a lawsuit.
Area Memorial Day events
Friday, May 24. Woodruff: VFW Post 7898 Poppy Drive- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ace Hardware.
Nicolet Players to present: ‘Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe’
The Nicolet Players’ spring performance of “Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe” will feature a macabre twist on classic American literature not to be missed. The theatrical adaptation of Poe’s best-known stories will take to the Nicolet College stage May 17–19 and May 23–26 at the Lakeside Center.
Biden administration sides with tribes on Line 5
The Biden administration has weighed in, in court on a controversial Canadian oil pipeline known as Line 5, which runs through tribal lands, both agreeing with tribes that the Canadian pipeline owner is trespassing but opposing the court’s order to immediately shut the pipeline down.
Downtown flower basket project underway
Summer is nearly here and Downtown Rhinelander Inc. is continuing its tradition of beautifying the city with fresh flower baskets.
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YMCA announces circus and crane excursion to Baraboo
The YMCA of the Northwoods is offering a coach bus trip to Baraboo to tour the Circus World Museum and the International Crane Foundation on Thursday, June 13.
DNR announces another expansion of PFAS testing in Stella
The Department of Natural Resources is expanding the boundaries of its free private well testing program in Stella township. During an informational meeting Wednesday evening at James Williams Middle School in Rhinelander, DNR officials announced free PFAS (per-and polyfluoroakyl substances) testing of private wells located within a 2.5 to 3 …
NRB approves emergency rule for Minocqua Chain
The state Natural Resources Board took quick action Thursday morning, approving an emergency rule to allow state licensed hook and line fishing on the Minocqua Chain.
GFWC Rhinelander Woman’s Club accepting grant requests
The GFWC Rhinelander Woman’s Club has announced it is accepting grant requests from local charitable programs, non-profit organizations, and groups that work to benefit Rhinelander’s community needs.
Senior signing day
The mood inside the Jim Miazga Community Gymnasium was celebratory Wednesday morning, May 1, 2024, as the school district hosted its first ever senior signing day where members of the RHS Class of 2024 announced their plans for life after high school.
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OVTC reorganizes, takes delivery of new vans
The Oneida Vilas Transit Commission (OVTC), the panel that includes members of the Oneida and Vilas County boards and oversees operations of the Northwoods Transit Connection (NTC), reorganized at its April 25 meeting.
Nicolet College cosmetology students triumph at SkillsUSA competition
Two Nicolet College cosmetology students won gold and silver medals at the recent SkillsUSA competition in Madison.
RHS students explore Costa Rica in spring break trip
Thirteen Rhinelander High School students — Eva Hetland, Nicole Brunette, Cassie Burke, Claire Caselton, Lucas Haselton, Aiden Ostermann, Brody Kowieski, Michael Schiek, Katherine Ripple, Makinzie Arneson, Brynn Teter, Greyson Gremban and Ellyse Younker — traveled to Costa Rica over spring break with chaperones Mara Krueger and Mathew Nichols.
Lakeland area resident called out regarding U.S. veteran status
Vilas County veterans service officer Brian Thomas has made it clear he believes Lac du Flambeau resident Wally Obermann is not a veteran of service in the United States military.
Local restaurant wins ‘Best Burger Contest’
The Wisconsin Beef Council announced late last week that the All American Burger at Pickles Bar and Grill in Hazelhurst is the winner of the inaugural Wisconsin’s Best Burger Contest.
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