Antigo
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City council approves yard storage limitations
ANTIGO — At a common council meeting Monday night, a housing ordinance was amended to restrict the number of vehicles city residents can store in their yards. The change prohibits more than four recreational vehicles and structures from being stored outside, other than in a driveway, at a single residence. Included in the category of “recreational vehicles and structures” are buildings for ice fishing, campers, recreational vehicles, snowmobiles, boats, ATVs, personal watercraft, off-road bikes, go-carts, and lawn mowers. In addition, a single residence would only...
Remote voting measure blocked
ANTIGO — In another turn of events during a saga that has had many of them, Mayor Terry Brand’s veto of a measure that would allow city council members to vote at meetings remotely was upheld Monday night. Remote voting was to be implemented after a motion to allow it was passed 6-3 at a March 13 common council meeting before Brand vetoed the decision the following week, leading to Monday’s vote. ...
Power balance of Library Board poised to shift with replacements, director resignation
ANTIGO — The Langlade County Board appointed two new members to the Antigo Public Library (APL) Board Tuesday night, a long-expected move that seems highly likely to shift control of the latter board and possibly lead to considerably altered policy decisions at the library in the near future. By a 17-2 vote, the County Board approved Christian Radcliffe and Nancy Jones, the two candidates recommended by County Board Chairman Ben Pierce. Pending board approval, Pierce’s position provides him the authority to appoint personnel to external...
After collapse, entire 5th Ave. building being demolished
ANTIGO — The multi-story 5th Ave. building that was partially destroyed Monday afternoon after one of its brick walls collapsed earlier in the day is now in the process of being completely demolished, City of Antigo Building Inspector and Zoning Administrator Beth McCarthy said Wednesday afternoon. The decision was made by city officials after an assessment of the building, located at 701 5th Ave., by a structural engineer. “In his...
🚧 Update: Scheduled Full Closure on Mainline Affecting 6th to 4th Ave in Antigo, WI
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Wisconsin. Attention Antigo residents and commuters: There will be a Mainline full closure starting from 6th Avenue to 4th Avenue due to maintenance work scheduled to commence on April 10th, 2024 at 8:00 AM and expected to conclude on April 11th, 2024 at 4:00 PM. The closure will be in continuous effect throughout this period. Travelers are advised to plan for alternate routes during this maintenance window and to expect potential delays in this area of Antigo, WI. We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we work to improve our city's transportation infrastructure.
Power line downed in White Lake following last week’s winter storm
WHITE LAKE — After the wet, heavy snow that fell on the area early last week, a large number of homes in White Lake apparently lost power late last Tuesday night when a tree fell on a power line and caused the connected wooden pole to snap in half on Wilson School Road. A separate power line connected to the pole that broke had originally been linked to another pole on the opposite side of the road, and when personnel from the Wolf River Volunteer...
Antigo Public Library to host author reading and book signing
ANTIGO — The Antigo Public Library will be hosting a local Writers’ Showcase featuring five local authors Saturday, April 13 from 12 to 2 p.m. in the library meeting room. The event will feature five local authors, each of whom will read from their work, answer questions, and sign books for those interested in purchasing copies. Antigo Librarian Services Manager Samantha Ryan recommended community members attend because of the literary...
Local Lions Club members recognized
DEERBROOK — At a March meeting of the Hyland Lakes Lions Club at Quinn’s in Deerbrook, Monarch Chevron Awards were given to commemorate years of service and encourage members to continue making a difference both in their local communities and worldwide. Carl Thiede and Tim Rusch were awarded for 55 and 20 years of respective service with special recognition letters from Dr. Patti Hill, the international president of the Lion’s Club. ...
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