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Running for our vets
Running in his military uniform, Ian Bogle of Rhinelander crosses the finish line of the Run for Our Heroes 5K at the Cedric A. Vig Outdoor Classroom Saturday, Oct. 26. The event, organized by the Rhinelander High School FBLA/DECA club, attracted 56 participants who ran or walked the hilly trails …
You call the shots: Get your vaccines on Election Day
The Oneida County Health Department (OCHD) is inviting the community to its “You Call the Shots” vaccine clinic at the Hodag Dome on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 — the perfect day to protect your health and exercise your right to vote!
Felzkowski says she will continue to be a strong voice for northern Wisconsin
State Sen. Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), the incumbent running for re-election in Senate district 12, says she has spent her time in the legislature standing up for northern Wisconsin and she’ll continue to do that if she is re-elected next Tuesday.
Absentee ballot box available to city residents
With just days left before the Nov. 5 election, the City of Rhinelander is advising residents that an absentee ballot drop box is available. The drop box is located on the Pelham Street side of City Hall and is available for use by residents of the City of Rhinelander who …
ArtStart’s annual Holiday Market returns
ArtStart will host its annual Holiday Market from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday Nov, 1 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2.
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Rich challenges Felzkowski in 12th district race
Editor’s note: Andi Rich, the Democratic challenger to incumbent Republican state Sen. Mary Felzkowski in the 12th Senate district, turned down an invitation for a personal interview at The Times, saying she was too busy. She did say she would answer submitted questions in writing, which The Times does not …
Wheelchair drive at Calvary
Wheelchairs that are no longer in use can be donated at Calvary Baptist Church (320 Lincoln Street) in Rhinelander through Nov. 2. In partnership with Wheels for the World, a division of Joni and Friends Ministries, used wheelchairs are collected locally and restored to like-new condition at wheelchair rehab centers, …
OVTC gets its space needs analysis for new building
The Oneida Vilas Transit Commission (OVTC) was presented with an overview of a space needs assessment for a new facility at its Oct. 24 meeting. The OVTC oversees Northwoods Transit Connections (NTC) which has public transportation routes established in Oneida and Vilas counties and is currently based in a rented …
School board votes to move forward with spring operational referendum
The board of education has chosen a date for the School District of Rhinelander’s next operational referendum. The board voted 8-1 Monday to place a referendum question on the April 1, 2025 ballot. The request will be to exceed the revenue limit by $3 million per year in 2025-26 and …
Downtown Rhinelander trick-or-treat event to take place Saturday
It’s that time of year again! The community is invited to the annual Downtown Rhinelander trick-or-treat event from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, organizers said in a press release.
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Advance to go
Excited trick-or-treaters approach the Associated Bank “Monopoly” display, part of the YMCA of the Northwoods’ annual Not So Scary Halloween Trail, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.
Bangstad arrested, charged with criminal defamation
Kirk Bangstad, who recently settled the largest defamation case in Wisconsin history by agreeing to a payout of more than half-a-million dollars, was arrested Tuesday October 15 and charged with two counts of criminal defamation in yet another incident.
Lefse at Trinity Lutheran Church
When they came to the United States in the mid-1800s, many Norwegians brought their culinary knowledge and rolling pins with them. The result is a Norwegian potato bread delicacy that’s part of a special tradition replicated in many Norwegian-American homes and churches for more than 150 years
$50,000 donation boosts city’s Urban Forestry program
For many Northwoods residents, trees are much more than a source of shade or an element in a landscaping plan. Often, those who choose to live in this part of the state do so because they’re drawn to its natural beauty. They tend to cherish the trees that stand sentinel …
Rhinelander Historical Society to host Halloween open house
The Rhinelander Historical Society Museum (9 S. Pelham St.) will host an open house from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 26.
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