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Michelle Drew

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

Students Take to the Sky in New Flight School in Eagle River

Students Take to the Sky in New Flight School in Eagle River

Those interested in becoming a pilot can now sign up for flight training as part of an exciting new venture that has landed at Eagle River Union Airport. Noting that nearly half of the 23 students in a recent Nicolet College Private Pilot Ground School course were from the Eagle

July 4 Celebrations Light Up Towns Across the North This Week

July 4 Celebrations Light Up Towns Across the North This Week

Communities across the Northwoods are gearing up for a busy Fourth of July holiday this coming Friday, as towns and cities host a series of parades, family activities, fireworks and more in the days leading up to and immediately following Independence Day. Eagle River Eagle River's celebration will

Entities Team Up to Keep Buoys on Chain in Good Working Order

Entities Team Up to Keep Buoys on Chain in Good Working Order

There are 102 buoys on the Eagle River Chain of Lakes, from Cranberry Lake to the Highway 70 bridge on Watersmeet Lake that help boaters navigate their way and remain safe while recreating on the busy water body. But these buoys come with a price tag, along with manpower to

Pertile Named Phelps July 4th Parade Marshal

Pertile Named Phelps July 4th Parade Marshal

Full day of events planned The Town of Phelps has named Jason Pertile, dean of students at Phelps School, as this year's grand parade marshal who will have a place of honor in the town's July 4th parade that begins at 3 p.m. Pertile received

Parade Rolls Through Downtown St. Germain

Parade Rolls Through Downtown St. Germain

Canoe Competition Hearkens Back to Row Boat Races of Old

Canoe Competition Hearkens Back to Row Boat Races of Old

Anyone looking for a fun and altruistic way to spend a Wednesday is invited to take part in the July 9 canoe races at Riverview Park that will benefit the Eagle River Historical Society (ERHS). The races are being put on in partnership with Hawk's Nest Outfitters. Canoe

Stay Safe and Sober While Recreating This Holiday Weekend

As people flood the Northwoods this holiday weekend seeking fun-in-the-sun on the area's many trails and lakes, officials remind people to keep safety in mind whether they're on a boat, cruising in their ATV/UTV, or operating their daily driving vehicles. The Wisconsin DNR will join