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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.

Uncertainty Ahead for Medicaid Program

Uncertainty Ahead for Medicaid Program

With the official Fourth of July signing by President Donald Trump of H.R.1, commonly referred to as the Big Beautiful Bill, some area residents will see positive changes in the short term, but for others the passage of this legislation will result in a longer-term impact that is

High Water Adventure Continues in Eagle River

High Water Adventure Continues in Eagle River

Work continued last week on the revitalization of the Eagle River water tower as a crew from Classic Protective Coatings worked to prepare the site for the next phase of the project — a full sand blasting of prior paints and coatings. To people driving or walking in the area, the

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