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InSayner Bike Race to Deliver Big Adventure This Saturday

InSayner Bike Race to Deliver Big Adventure This Saturday

The Northwoods offers an extensive network of mountain biking paths, and the number of trails has been growing in recent years thanks to the dedicated members of Lakeland Area Mountain Biking Organization (LAMBO). For those who have ventured deep into the lush forests of Vilas County on two wheels, odds

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

Air Quality Reaches 'Unhealthy' Levels

Air Quality Reaches 'Unhealthy' Levels

Residents may have noticed the smoky, reddish haze in the air and the faint smell of burning chemicals in recent days. This is a result of smoke blowing down from widespread wildfires in Canada, affecting air quality in Vilas and its surrounding counties as well as much of the Midwest.

Hiller's Radar Run to Return in '26 After One-Year Absence

Hiller's Radar Run to Return in '26 After One-Year Absence

Organizers of one of the most widely recognized and supported fundraiser events of the winter months are planning a return to Little St. Germain Lake this coming February. After losing some momentum and pausing Hiller's Radar Run this past season, along with the subsequent events which included their

Community Mobilizes After Devastating St. Germain House Fire

Community Mobilizes After Devastating St. Germain House Fire

An electric bike sparked a fire that destroyed the Ryan family's home the night of May 27 in St. Germain, and now a grassroots fundraising effort is helping them rise from the ashes. Authorities received a call about a garage fire around 9:35 p.m. from a

Area School Districts Graduate 175 Students

Area School Districts Graduate 175 Students

The 2024-25 school year is coming to an end for local districts as hundreds of young adults in the area turn the page from high school student to high school graduate. Three Lakes and Phelps school districts held their ceremonies over Memorial Day weekend, with Three Lakes graduating 40 students

Art, Bikes and Business Coalesce to Bring Outdoor Recreation Downtown

Art, Bikes and Business Coalesce to Bring Outdoor Recreation Downtown

A new step toward the beautification of downtown Eagle River was taken last week with the addition of a stunning new mural on the northern wall of Hawk's Nest Outfitters' new downtown location. The mural emphasizes silent sports throughout the Northwoods' four seasons while bringing a