The Hodag Dome was damaged as a result of a power outage Sunday, March 30, 2025. District officials stated the outer membrane was punctured by a piece of equipment after the dome lost air pressure when a backup generator failed to automatically turn on when power was knocked out during an ice storm that impacted the area Saturday night and Sunday. (Jeremy Mayo/River News)
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District provides update regarding Hodag Dome
The School District of Rhinelander issued the following press release Monday morning, providing a update regarding damage that has led to the temporary closure and deflation of the Hodag Dome.
Hodag Dome damaged, deflated due to power outage
The Hodag Dome will be closed for an indefinite period of time after it received damage Sunday morning during an ice storm that hit the Northwoods.
