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Marilyn L. Eden of Woodruff
Marilyn L. Eden of Woodruff, Wisconsin passed away on November 21, 2023. She was born on December 29, 1928, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, to Lawrence J. Rice and Lillian (Matejka) Rice. She was a 1946 graduate of Aquinas High School in LaCrosse. Marilyn and her husband, Dan, raised their five children...
This weekend the Cranberry Country Quilters are hosting a massive quilt show in Eagle River at Northland Pines High School
This weekend the Cranberry Country Quilters are hosting a massive quilt show in Eagle River at Northland Pines High School. "There are over 300 quilts, and many quilts are in our boutique and quilted items that are for sale for a phenomenal price," said Wendy Ahnen the CC Quilters show chairman.
UPDATE: Victims identified in fatal Hwy. 51 crash
Police have identified the two people who died Friday in a multi-vehicle crash on Hwy. 51 as Gregory R. Bohn, 70, and Audrey J. Bohn, age 70, both of Hazelhurst. The crash was reported at about 2:30 p.m. near South Blue Lake Road in the town of Hazelhurst. Witnesses say the driver of a northbound 2017 Toyota Camry stopped in the lane of traffic to make a turn when the car was struck from behind, pushing it into an oncoming southbound vehicle.
Aspirus Offering Free Seminar on Atrial Fibrillation
Learn about AFib risks and why you should not ignore symptoms. Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is estimated to affect over 2.7 million Americans, but many do not even know they have it. If left untreated, the heart rhythm disorder causes the heart to beat irregularly, greatly increasing the risk of stroke and heart failure.
Oneida County Solid Waste Facility reopens following last week’s fire
The Onedia County Solid Waste Transfer station is fully open. Operations had been reduced for the last week after a fire at the transfer station on Highway K, west of Rhinelander. Since the fire on July 9th, the facility was only taking recycling and select items like tires, electronics, appliances,...
59th Manito Art Show starts Thursday
The annual Manito Art Show begins tomorrow at the Manitowish Waters Community Center. This year marks the 59th annual Manito Art League Art Show, which runs from Thursday until Sunday at the Manitowish Waters Community Center off Highway 51. 78 artists will present almost 200 pieces of artwork of all...
Save the Chief Committee seeks donations for repairs
Fundraising efforts continue for the committee dedicated to revamping the iconic statue of Chief St. Germain. The Save the Chief committee is actively seeking donations to cover the cost of repairing the fiberglass structure and repainting, as well as improvements to the statue’s base. In recognition of their efforts,...
Wild Eagle building destroyed by blaze
Fire destroyed a massive maintenance building at the Wild Eagle Lodge last week, leaving the condominium resort without equipment in the peak of summer, but emergency responders from Eagle River, Conover and Three Lakes kept the flame from nearby structures. Firefighters on the scene believe the cause was rechargeable lithium...
Phelps Park Commission delivers on $50,000 pickleball project
The Phelps Park Commission has added pickleball courts to Wavering Park, estimating costs to be just over $50,000 over the course of two phases, as of last month. The total project cost was originally estimated at approximately $50,000, so it was split into two phases across the 2023 and 2024 budget cycles.
Tickets now available for fashion show
The St. Germain Women’s Service Club announce that tickets are on sale for the Jewels of the North Woods fashion show, set Tuesday, Oct. 1, at Lake of the Torches Resort Casino. Advance tickets are required. The event hosts a fashion show from local boutiques modeled by club members....
Northern Waters Casino cites lineup for 28th anniversary music weekend
The Northern Waters Casino Resort in Watersmeet, Mich. has recently announced their lineup of artists for their 28th Anniversary Music Festival from Aug. 1-3. This year’s headliners will feature country stars Chris Cagle, Ty Herndon and Canaan Smith. Other featured performers include Up South, Erik Mahler, Ember and Shirts & Skins.
Katherine “Kathy” Boucher
Katherine “Kathy” Eva (Hall) Boucher, 76, of Eagle River, WI passed away on July 5, 2024, after a long, arduous battle with head and neck cancer. She was born September 17, 1947, in Rhinelander, WI, to Neil A. Hall and Ruth E. (Lee) Hall. Kathy is survived by...
Former convict becomes a successful barber and business owner
Josh Newman is a Rhinelander local who was once on the long dark road of addiction. Josh has since rose above the odds, choosing the high road and is now inspiring others on the daily, to do the same. “I was unfortunately a troubled kid, you know going through the...
Stay social to improve mental health
WOODRUFF, Wis. – According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in three adults in the U.S. experience loneliness, while one in four lack adequate social and emotional support. These factors are associated with increased susceptibility to various health challenges, including heart disease, stroke, dementia, depression, and anxiety.
Historic railroad depot ready for its next chapter
RHINELANDER, WIS (WJFW) - Every day, houses and properties are bought and sold in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, but it’s not every day that historic railroad depots come up for sale. Such is the case for this old depot which was once in Monico, Wisconsin, and moved to Rhinelander...
UPDATE: Oneida County Sherriff's Office identifes two dead in Hazelhurst crash Friday
HAZELHURST, Wis. (WJFW) - On Friday July 12 in the Town of Hazelhurst at around 2:26 PM, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office responded to a three-vehicle crash on Highway 51 near South Blue Lake Road. Upon arriving at the scene, two people were found dead. They were identified as...
School District of Rhinelander is in planning stage following $26 million facilities improvement referendum passed by voters in April
The School District of Rhinelander will be making major changes in the high school and James Williams Middle School over the next couple of years. At the middle school, there will be a new, more secure entrance as well as special education and art classrooms. At the high school, the...
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