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Bill Zuelke

Bill Zuelke is a freelance journalist who moved to the Northwoods more than a decade ago after a long career in the health insurance industry.

Prescription for Trouble: Local Pharmacies Struggle in PBM-Controlled Industry

Prescription for Trouble: Local Pharmacies Struggle in PBM-Controlled Industry

Independent pharmacist Larry Thompson is struggling to survive in a business where he has flourished for decades. He often works six days a week at Wall Street Hometown Pharmacy in downtown Eagle River filling thousands of prescriptions for people of all ages. Thompson says he cares deeply about his customers

Ladies' Golf League Gets 'Wild'

Ladies' Golf League Gets 'Wild'

Under bright skies at the Eagle River Golf Course early this week, the Eagle River Ladies Golf League lit up the course with fun, friendship, and of course some pretty good golf. This day was special because it was a member/guest event with an entertaining theme of "Wild

Community Rallies to Support Children’s Museum Expansion

Community Rallies to Support Children’s Museum Expansion

The long-standing Eagle River landmark Northwoods Children’s Museum received a major financial and enthusiasm boost early this month when a Play it Forward fundraising event in Eagle River attracted more than 65 local supporters, volunteers, and sponsor representatives. The event occurred on June 9 at Riverstone Brewing Company and