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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...
Petition calls for Rhinelander's Eisenhower Parkway to be renamed Rouman Drive
RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW) – A petition is calling for the Eisenhower Parkway in Rhinelander to be renamed in honor of the late George Rouman – and his father, Mike – to Rouman Drive. “It’s a no-brainer because the family literally brought joy to the town and the...
'She who sells': Lac du Flambeau's Alexandria Sulainis connects with nature, environment through indigenous artwork
LAC DU FLAMBEAU, Wis. (WJFW)- "He or she who sells" is the definition of the Anishinaabe word "Adaawe" -- and the namesake of Alexandria Sulainis' Lac du Flambeau clothing shop. "Our whole life is kind of dedicated to artwork and education and culture-keeping and trying to live as authentically as...
17-year-old suspect in Rhinelander County Club vandalism case now charged
RHINELANDER, Wis. (WSAW) - Prosecutors have charged a 17-year-old Rhinelander teen with 15 counts after police said he was one of the suspects in a large-scale vandalism case. Landon Oldham-Schulte is free on a $10,000 signature bond. Investigators said golf carts at Rhinelander County Club and boats docked at the Country Club were damaged. Damage was also found at Hodag Park.
Police Charge 17-Year-Old In Connection To Vandalism At The Rhinelander County Club And Hodag Park
RHINELANDER, WI (WSAU) – A 17-year-old Rhinelander teen has been charged by prosecutors after police said he was one of the suspects in a case involving extensive vandalism in the area. According to a press release, Landon Oldham-Schulte has been released on a $10,000 signature bail concerning Rhinelander County...
Project North looking for vendors ahead of annual September events
RHINELANDER, Wis. - Project North, a sustainability festival in Rhinelander is looking for submissions for events in September. Submissions are being accepted for Community Projections, the 10-second Film Contest, the Songwriting Contest and the Eco Village. Community Projections is an art installation that will be projected on a building. The...
Vilas County plane crash leaves passenger with minor injuries
LAND O’ LAKES, Wis. (WSAW) - The Vilas County Sheriff’s Office said a plane crashed near Land O’ Lakes Sunday morning. A 911 call came into Vilas County dispatch at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday for a plane crash near County Highway B and the Land O’ Lakes Post Office.
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...
Crew recovers plane that crashed in Land O' Lakes Sunday
LAND O' LAKES, Wis. - An airplane crashed in the area of County Highway B and the Land O' Lakes Post Office on Sunday. At approximately 11:15 a.m., the Vilas County 911 Center received reports of the plane crashing shortly after taking off, operated by a 67-year-old woman from Watersmeet.
Treating sinus pressure early can prevent an infection
RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW) -- Sinus issues can cause inflammation and pain, but identifying the cause can help you find relief. “We have five areas of sinuses the frontal in the forehead, the cheek sinuses in the maxillary, ethmoid between the eyeballs and sphenoid in the back,” said Dr. Greg White who is an Ear Nose and Throat Doctor at Aspirus Rhinelander.
Rhinelander teen charged with 15 counts after Country Club vandalism
RHINELANDER, Wis. - A 17-year-old boy from Rhinelander is being charged with multiple misdemeanors and felonies after being involved in vandalism at the Rhinelander Country Club in June. Landon Oldham-Schulte was in Oneida County Court on Monday, where a signature bond was set for $10,000. Oldham-Schulte is ordered to reside...
Rebels split Saturday games in Merrill
Rhinelander’s Sam Schneider hits a sacrifice fly during the second inning of an American Legion baseball game against Chippewa Falls in Merrill Saturday, June 29. Schneider had three hits and four RBIs as the Rebels won the game, 10-3. (Bob Mainhardt for the River News)
Ahlstrom in Rhinelander awards high school students scholarships
RHINELANDER, Wis. - Area high school students received scholarships from Ahlstrom Munksjö and its union, United Steelworkers Union Local 2-15 in Rhinelander. Recent graduates of Rhinelander High School and Tomahawk High School were awarded $1,000 scholarships. This is the second year that Ahlstrom and the Union have partnered to...
Lake Nokomis Cranberries marks 75 years of operation
EAGLE RIVER, Wis. (WJFW)- Dave Zawistowski owns and operates 650 acres of cranberry farmland. Located southwest of Eagle River, Lake Nokomis Cranberries has been growing the plant since 1949. “I came here in ’74, so this is my 50th year here and the farm’s 75th anniversary," Zawistowski said.
Rhinelander, Spencer, Nekoosa school districts are purchasing new tech-ed equipment
RHINELANDER, Wis. - Area school districts received funding to support advanced manufacturing training. Grant awards came from the Wisconsin Fast Forward Program, a program that reimburses school districts to train students for career paths in robotics, welding, plasma cutting, 3D printing, drones and more. Hurley School District is receiving $20,258...
Plane goes down in Vilas County
A plane went down in Land O Lakes Sunday, but no serious injuries were reported. The Vilas County 911 Center received a call at 11:15 am Sunday morning, reporting the airplane crash in the area of CTH B and the Land O Lakes Post Office. A 67-year-old woman from Watersmeet,...
Additions and renovations coming to Rhinelander High School, James Williams Middle School
RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW) – After successfully passing a sweeping referendum, the School District of Rhinelander is looking forward to building on their tech-ed departments and more. “It was the second highest approval rate in the state for the referendum,” said Rhinelander superintendent Eric Burke. “So, that tells you that...
2024 Intl Snowmobile Hall Of Fame Class Honorees Named
The International Snowmobile Hall of Fame is living up to its “international” name with its recently announced Class of 2024. A group of Canadians is joined by big names from Minnesota and Wisconsin to make another star-studded cast for 2024. Not to be confused with the racing-focused Snowmobile...
17th annual Taste of Conover
CONOVER, Wis. (WJFW)- The 17th annual taste of Conover event took place Sunday at the Conover town park. The event included 9 area businesses as well as multiple clubs and organizations were in attendance to give visitors a full Conover experience. “We’re excited to share this taste of Conover with...
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