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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

Groundbreaking Ceremony Kicks Off Community Center Build in Phelps

Groundbreaking Ceremony Kicks Off Community Center Build in Phelps

Four years of hard work by municipal officials and other community-minded individuals resulted in the groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday for the new community center in Phelps. Supervisor Dave Selby greeted the attendees that included board supervisors, builders, chamber and library staff, and excited residents who are thrilled the expanded new community

Experts Urge Caution After Weasel Rescue Ends Tragically

A well-meaning attempt to rescue a litter of baby weasels took a troubling turn earlier this summer, when an area homeowner was bitten multiple times. Because the animals can carry rabies, the incident triggered an official investigation, ultimately requiring all seven kits to be euthanized for testing. As more human-wildlife

Rhinelander Aspirus Expands Urgent Care Hours

Illness and injury can strike at the most inconvenient times, when your regular provider isn't available. Since you can't always plan when you need health care, Aspirus Rhinelander has expanded its Urgent Care hours so you still have access to quality care when and where you

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

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