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Michelle Drew

Founder and editor of Northwoods Pulse. Award-winning journalist and photographer.

Loon Family Accepts Displaced Chick with Open Wings

Loon Family Accepts Displaced Chick with Open Wings

An extremely young, aggressively bullied loon chick found a happy new home last week, culminating a potentially dire and challenging situation with a heartwarming adoption. This success is credited to the tireless efforts of Linda and Kevin Grenzer, operators of the Tomahawk-based Loon Rescue nonprofit, and their network of loyal

NAHL Forest Celebrates 100 Years

NAHL Forest Celebrates 100 Years

Artisan Booths Available for Upcoming Craft Fairs

Artisan Booths Available for Upcoming Craft Fairs

Artisans, creators and crafters are urged to sign up for the few remaining booths at the upcoming family-fun events, put on by the Eagle River Chamber of Commerce. Bringing thousands of people to the downtown area and beyond, these fests are a great opportunity for artists to share their Northwoods-themed,

Phase One of Heritage Center On Its Final Fundraising Push

Phase One of Heritage Center On Its Final Fundraising Push

The Eagle River Historical Society (ERHS) is making big strides forward, both in its mission to bring local history to life as well as become a trusted resource in the community. One of the biggest items on the society's upcoming agenda is closing out Phase One of the

Milkweed Makes Good Scents: 2025 Rare Plant of the Year

Milkweed Makes Good Scents: 2025 Rare Plant of the Year

Milkweed has been announced as the Wisconsin DNR's Rare Plant Monitoring Program's 2025 Plant of the Year, with DNR staff encouraging homeowners to plan milkweed in order to help monarch butterflies. "Milkweed is an important plant for monarch butterflies and a beautiful addition to any

NHAL To Celebrate 100 Years of Forest Legacy

NHAL To Celebrate 100 Years of Forest Legacy

2025 marks not only the 125th anniversary of Wisconsin's State Park System, but also 100 years of the Northern Highland-American Legion (NHAL) State Forest in the western portion of Vilas County. Celebrating the state's rich history of conservation and protecting the natural resources that continue to

New Brews Aplenty to be Found at Up North Beerfest

New Brews Aplenty to be Found at Up North Beerfest

Raise your glasses for the popular Up North Beerfest event scheduled to take place Friday and Saturday, June 13-14, under the big tent at Hi-Pines Campground in Eagle River. Twenty-six breweries will grace the campgrounds on Saturday, serving up a healthy dose of pilsners, ales, stouts, ciders and more for