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Historic Dome's Ice Plant on 'Borrowed Time'

Thursday's Bourbon & Beer To Raise Vital Funds A critical fundraiser is taking place this Thursday to continue to help fund a new ice plant at Eagle River's historic ice arena, commonly known as the Dome. After nearly four decades of use and patchwork repairs, the

Thousands Pack Downtown for July 4th Parade

Thousands Pack Downtown for July 4th Parade

High-Flying Circus Feats Entertain Under the Big Top

High-Flying Circus Feats Entertain Under the Big Top

Gov. Evers Signs 2025-27 Biennial Budget

Northwoods to see income tax relief, EMS support, long-term care funding Gov. Tony Evers signed off on the bipartisan 2025-27 biennial budget July 3 after months of negotiations between legislative leaders. Evers' office applauded the passage as "a win for Wisconsin's kids, families and communities,"

Stella PFAS Investigation Continues After Supreme Court Decision Supports DNR

The Wisconsin Supreme Court handed down a ruling late last month that upheld the DNR's ability to address contamination related to PFAS — or "forever chemicals" as they've been called — without first designating them as a hazardous substance. This ruling could have big implications on

Revitalization Launches 'Impact Grant' to Boost Businesses

Preliminary Interest Forms Now Open for Local Businesses The Eagle River Revitalization Program (ERRP) has launched the new Impact Grant, a competitive funding initiative aimed at fueling capital improvement projects that strengthen the local economy, support job creation, and encourage redevelopment of vacant or underutilized properties within or adjacent to

Three Lakes Parade Draws Big Crowds for 9 a.m. Start

Three Lakes Parade Draws Big Crowds for 9 a.m. Start

Pines Names Josh Tilley as New Assistant Principal

Josh Tilley has been named as the new assistant principal of Northland Pines Middle and High School after the Board of Education's approval during its regular board meeting June 30. The move comes after current Assistant Principal Ryan Tienhaara announced his resignation to take a role as a

CNNF Forest Roads Close Temporarily for Culvert Replacements

A portion of Forest Road 2533 at the Deerskin River and St. Louis Road will be closed this week and next for a culvert replacement. Work is scheduled to take place July 7-18. This closure is in addition to a number of anticipated projects this season, reported by the Chequamegon-Nicolet

Rhinelander District Library Receives $120,000 Gift, Launches Matching Campaign

"Take a Hodag bite out our $7 million goal." The Rhinelander District Library and the Rhinelander District Library Foundation have received a $120,000 donation to support the library's ongoing capital campaign to renovate and expand its cherished Carnegie building, and the anonymous donor is inviting

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

Parade Rolls Through Downtown St. Germain

Parade Rolls Through Downtown St. Germain