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From 1951 to Eisenhower to today, Indian Bowl showcases Ojibwe culture in Wisconsin Northwoods
LAC DU FLAMBEAU – Billed as the centerpiece for Ojibwe cultural sharing and education for the Northwoods, the weekly summer Lac du Flambeau Indian Bowl events have been taking place for almost 75 years. The series of weekly mini pow wows and cultural demonstrations on the Lac du Flambeau Reservation are advertised on TV commercials throughout the Northwoods inviting anyone to visit and learn a little about Ojibwe culture. They have been going on since 1951. ...
Powerball for Monday, July 1, 2024, is a $125 million jackpot. Check your numbers!
After no one matched all five numbers plus the Powerball on Saturday, June 28 the grand prize grew to $125 million for the Monday, July 1 drawing. The winning numbers for Powerball on Monday were 5-9-32-39-55 and the Powerball was 9. Power Play was 2x. The winning numbers for Powerball...
Governor Evers June Dairy Month tour includes a stop at Nordic Creamery in Westby
MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Evers today recapped his visits with dairy farmers, processors, producers, and local community and agricultural industry leaders celebrating June Dairy Month and America’s Dairyland across the state over the month of June. During the visits, Gov. Evers highlighted the strength of the state’s dairy industry as well as efforts and investments by the governor and the Evers Administration to support Wisconsin’s farmers, their families, and the dairy industry over the past five years.
Wisconsin lands $49 million in funding for medical sciences. Baldwin says thousand of jobs possible
More than a dozen Wisconsin businesses, colleges and economic development agencies are slated to share $49 million in federal funding for a medical sciences technology hub expected to create thousands of jobs. The funding, announced Tuesday by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, will focus on biotechnology and personalized medicine at companies and universities which are largely...
Rhinelander humane society says it's at capacity for dogs, little room for cats
RHINELANDER, Wis. - The Oneida County Humane Society is at capacity for dogs, it Humane Society announced on its Facebook page. According to the Humane Society, they are not able to take any more surrenders at this time, and capacity on cats is nearly full. Currently, the shelter is housing...
Tank Mired in the McNaughton Muck
Whenever talk turns to military tanks in the Northwoods, one story still echoes through the forest: the time a mighty tank was swallowed by the infamous McNaughton Swamp, some 65 years ago. It was Sunday, August 28, 1955, when an M-47 Patton tank rumbled down Highway 47, making its way...
Starry Night Cat Café in downtown Stevens Point aims to create connections and find cats their forever homes
STEVENS POINT – Starry Night Cat Café showcases adoptable cats in downtown Stevens Point and focuses on connections both between cats and other people. Lexi Peterson opened Starry Night Cat Café Saturday at The Whiting Place, 1141 Clark St. Peterson announced last August her plans to open the cat café. Peterson said she loves...
Former local restaurant owner opens massage business
SCHOFIELD – The owner of the former Hi Restaurant in downtown Wausau has opened a new massage shop in Schofield: 100% Relaxing Station Massage. ZiPing Pan will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for her grand opening at 4 p.m. July 9 at 2809 Schofield Ave., Suite C, and the public is invited.
Increased speeding neighborhoods has police concerned during busy holiday weekend
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - Stevens Point police are working more hours to combat people speeding. They are increasing patrols, putting up signs, and telling everyone to slow down. Out of 700 total traffic stops since January, 229 resulted in tickets given for speeding. More speeders were given warnings, however,...
New Stevens Point park could bring new wildlife visitors, causing some concern
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - A new park is set to open next month in Stevens Point and will be the first of its kind in the state. The new solar canopy shelter will be equipped with free charging stations for electrical vehicles, but some people on Facebook have an issue with its location.
Greenheck Turner Community Center provides sneak peek as crews near completion
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The clock is ticking with many waiting in anticipation. We’re down to less than a month before the new Greenheck Turner Community Center opens its doors. The new facility will have more room for meetings, tournaments, and even practicing your golf swing at their sports...
Pet experts share tips to keep animals safe during Fourth of July fireworks in the Milwaukee area
While Milwaukee's traditional lakefront fireworks may be canceled this year, there are still plenty of shows planned across Wisconsin. But with noisy fireworks comes terrified pets, some of which can end up missing. "A lack of preparation or awareness of just how far a dog will go when they are...
Iola gears up for the 52nd annual car show with 'Happy Days' stars
IOLA (WLUK) -- Happy Days are ahead in Iola. The village is hosting its 52nd annual Car Show from July 11 through July 13. It's the largest car show and swap meet in the country with more than 2,500 show cars on display along with over 4,000 swap meet spaces.
Milwaukee Bucks: MarJon Beauchamp Became 1st NBA Player Ever to Host All-Native Basketball Tournament
Everyone knows how Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo and his rise out of poverty. The Greek Freak went from selling watches on the streets of Athens, Greece to international fame, a two-time NBA MVP, an NBA Champion, and one of the highest-paid players in the league. It was not an...
Meeting set for Waupaca housing development
WAUPACA (WLUK) -- A public meeting is set for those interested in learning more about a housing development in Waupaca. The city is working with Howard-based Tycore Built to develop River Ridge North. Plans for the first phase call for 124 apartment units and 32 single-family homes. Construction is set to begin later this year.
New wake boat advisory for Green Lake’s waters
GREEN LAKE, Wis. (WBAY) - Municipalities around Green Lake have implemented a new wake boat advisory. The new Wake Boat Advisory means wake boats can’t use their special enhancements within 700 feet of the shoreline or where the lake is less than 40 feet deep. The Green Lake Association...
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