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The Point Is to Protect AND Serve
Rhinelander Fire Chief Adam “AJ” Johnson, shown with a chart of his department’s response times, joined Rhinelander Police Chief Josh Chiamulera in a recent “Meet the Chiefs” public forum at Rhinelander City Hall on Wednesday, June 10. We’ll bring you their eye-opening look at the fire and police departments’ duties …
County weighs closing boathouse loophole
Oneida County officials are considering changes to the county’s boathouse permitting process after discussing a potential loophole that could allow applicants to clear the shoreland area without ever constructing the boathouse that the permits are intended to authorize.
Three Lakes Community Foundation awards grants to support summer community programming
The Three Lakes Community Foundation awarded three grants totaling $1,350 to support summer programming and community activities in Three Lakes. The Foundation awarded a $300 mini-grant to the Three Lakes Lions Club to help inform the public about changes to this year’s Fourth of July activities. Due to construction at …
Oneida County sheriff’s officers: Flock cameras are beneficial
A widening national controversy over the use of Flock automated license plate reader cameras has prompted multiple Wisconsin municipalities to abandon the technology amid mounting privacy concerns, but, in Oneida County, where six of the cameras are deployed, sheriff’s department officers say the system has proven to be a valuable …
Newbold getting details in place for next year’s revaluation
With the town of Newbold’s revaluation looming in 2027, how to inform its citizens both then and now was among the topics discussed at the June 11 Newbold town board meeting, held at the Newbold Community Center.
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Downtown hosts ‘Second Saturday in June’ car show, art fair
Nice weather contributed greatly to a successful Rhinelander car show on June 13. The show is traditionally held on the second Saturday in June in downtown Rhinelander in concert with an arts fair on the lawn of the Oneida County Courthouse.
Fundraising for autism awareness and acceptance
Perfect weather on June 14 helped make the fourth annual Autism Acceptance Fundraiser by the Aurora’s Guiding Light Foundation (AGLF) at Bonnie and Clyde’s Gangster Park in Harshaw a memorable event.
Taters at twelve o’clock!
Young participants, from left to right, Cedric Katzke, Opal Katzke, Declan McGee, Simon Katzke, Celia Katzke, Broden Kohnhorst, Casen Kohnhorst and Shaylee Kohnhorst — visited the storied Spudmobile and caught some airborne potatoes during the Potato Science Discovery Day at the UW Lelah Starks Potato Breeding Farm Friday, June 12.
City council adopts amended zoning map
There’s now one less hurdle between a proposed future housing development and reality. At its regular meeting June 8, the Rhinelander common council approved the second reading and adoption of proposed ordinance 2026-1, after having approved the first reading May 26.
F-35 Flyover announced for Fourth of July Parade
The Rhinelander Fourth of July Parade committee has announced a F-35 Flyover. The Flyover will take place Saturday, July 4. Final estimated time will be available a few days before the event. The F-35 Flyover is courtesy of the 115th Fighter Wing, a Madison-based Air National Guard flying wing.
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State agents, police seize alcohol at Minocqua Brewing Company
Agents with the state Department of Revenue (DOR) Division of Alcohol Beverages were on-site at the Minocqua Brewing Company (MBC) Thursday, June 11, and at MBC’s Madison location, seizing alcohol at the establishments over compliance concerns.
Lights Out! An evening of nature, night skies and no lights
Experience the magic of the night sky in a special community event at Townline Lake Park. The focus will be on two creatures that wing around us in the dark … bats and fireflies!
Wisconsin’s tourism industry smashed records in 2025
Wisconsin’s tourism industry shattered previous records in 2025, generating a record $27 billion in total economic impact, attracting nearly 120 million visits, and producing more than $1.5 billion in state and local tax revenue.
A wild time awaits at Rhinelander Rotary Club Scavenger Hunt June 26
The Rhinelander Rotary Club is hosting its Second Annual City-Wide Scavenger Hunt on Friday night, June 26. This is entertainment for the whole family and friends. Each clue is a puzzle to solve that leads to the next destination.
Lake Tomahawk man alleged to target predators with poisoned beaver carcasses
A 78-year-old Lake Tomahawk man has been charged with 10 violations in Oneida County Court after an investigation by the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) pointed to him allegedly putting out poisoned beaver carcasses on state land.
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