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Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest proposes increased fees at campgrounds
RHINELANDER, Wis. - A number of campgrounds in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest could see increased fees in the future, as proposed by the Recreation Program. Fees collected are invested back into the recreation program through repairs and enhancements. Proposed fees include increases on standard and premium single-night stays, ranging from...
Hiles Foray brings people to small Forest County town to discover “Mushroom haven”
Tavis Lynch speaks to a crowd of roughly 30 people before they set off into a section of the Pelican River Forest north of Monico. He lays out some of the ground rules before people start searching for mushrooms. “This woods is huge. 70,000 acres, 109 square miles. If you...
DAIRYLAND LEAGUE LARGE - Reds’ rally falls short in Rhinelander
A late five-run rally was not enough Saturday for the Whittlesey Reds, who dropped their 2024 Dairyland League finale to host Rhinelander 9-6 to finish at 6-6 in the league’s Large Division. A 1-0 lead quickly disappeared with Rhinelander’s six-run second inning. The River Monsters’ lead grew to 9-1...
JUST IN: Former Wausau mayoral candidate faces hate crime charges
Editor’s note: This story contains disturbing language taken from circuit court documents and may be upsetting to some readers. Please read with caution. A former candidate for Wausau mayor is facing criminal charges that include a hate crime enhancer after a racially-charged altercation at a local convenience store, court records show.
I Heart Cookies Co. is bringing dinosaurs to Wisconsin Rapids Friday. Here's what you can expect.
WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Be on the lookout for dinosaurs in The Food Truck Lot this week. I Heart Cookies Co. is hosting Dinosaurs & I Heart Cookies on Friday in Wisconsin Rapids. Here’s what you need to know before checking it out. ...
New owner takes over Wittenberg restaurant
Select menu choices change, but welcoming atmosphere remains. July 13 was a big day for Sabina Adiloska. That was opening day for her as the new owner of the Wittenberg Family Restaurant, 101 N. Genesee St. “I had always wanted to own my own restaurant business one day, but I...
Attorney for second teen charged in deadly attack at Lincoln Hills asks for changes
MERRILL, Wis. (WSAW) - What was scheduled as an adjourned initial appearance for one of two teens charged in a deadly attack at Lincoln Hills School in June became a scheduling meeting. That is because the attorney for defendant, Rian Nyblom, 17, filed motions on Wednesday and Thursday before court, one of which the judge said needed to be decided before moving forward.
Wausau mayor proposes major overhaul to parks department, slashing middle management positions
Wausau Mayor Doug Diny this week released a proposal that would overhaul the city’s parks, recreation and forestry department, shedding middle management positions and shifting the department to Public Works. The proposal could save taxpayers as much as $500,000 annually, Diny said. Wausau and Marathon County have operated a...
Heavy rain returns to Manawa nearly one month after damaging floods
MANAWA, Wis. (WLUK) -- As Manawa celebrates 150 years, it's clear heavy rains play a part in its more recent history. A downpour Thursday forced planned events celebrating the city to be moved indoors. An estimated one inch of rain fell throughout the afternoon, with residents fearing more flooding like the area suffered just a month ago.
St. Matthew Lutheran Church to break ground on sanctuary
MARATHON CITY – St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church announced this week it will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for its new sanctuary in mid August. The event will be held at 11 a.m. Aug. 18 at 300 Highway NN, Marathon City. St. Matthew Lutheran Church has been a cornerstone of...
DNR warns of algae blooms in Green Lake
GREEN LAKE, Wis. (WBAY) - Be cautious and watch for harmful blue-green algae when you head out to the lake. Public health officials in Green Lake County are warning that harmful algae was detected on Green Lake, about 40 miles west of Fond du Lac. Green Lake Association collected water...
Wisconsin’s First LGBTQ Historic Landmark Will Be in Milwaukee
The Wisconsin Historical Society will dedicate the first LGBTQ historic landmark in Wisconsin on Monday near the Downtown location where the Black Nite tavern once stood. The Black Nite was the site of Wisconsin’s first known LGBTQ uprising, on Aug. 5, 1961. The landmark, sponsored by the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project, is also the first to honor a Black transgender person.
WisDems: Milwaukee’s Black leaders respond to Hovde’s ‘Stereotypes’ of Black men
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Milwaukee’s Black leaders responded to comments uncovered by Urban Milwaukee of Eric Hovde stereotyping and insulting the Black community. Hovde also suggested that Kamala Harris only received the Democratic presidential nomination because of her race and gender. This comes after Hovde said he understands...
Wisconsin launches first home energy rebates program
MILWAUKEE, Wis. -- The U.S. Department of Energy announced Friday Wisconsin has launched its first Home Energy Rebates program, and is the first state in the nation to launch the program's Home Efficiency portion.