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Hunt Hill, J&R Rescue help give exotic pets new homes
SARONA — It was a bittersweet day at Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary in Sarona Saturday, Feb. 24, as people had to say goodbye to their snakes, fish, lizards and other animals at the Exotic Pet Surrender Event. J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, along with Hunt Hill, Pet Advocacy Network and University of Wisconsin Sea Grant/Water Resources Institutes, hosted the event to provide a compassionate alternative for individuals who could no longer care for their exotic pets. ...
Return to the wild: Eagle released as large crowd cheers
SPOONER — It was sunny, windy and very chilly as people began to gather at the fields near Spooner Elementary School. The temperature sat at around 24 degrees, but the cold did not keep the people from coming. Kim Ammann, DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) arrived a little after noon, and she quickly attracted many of the people on site. The object of their curiosity was Maverick, an immature bald eagle, that would soon be released back into the wild after months of care at...
Local Outdoor Enthusiast and Author, Dave Greschner, to Host Book Talk on 'Soul of the Outdoors'
Dave Greschner, an experienced journalist and author, is set to host a book talk. The event will take place on Thursday, April 11th at 2pm. He will discuss his book, 'Soul of the Outdoors,' which explores the influence of nature on our emotions and life views.
Bald eagle release set for Saturday at Spooner
Winged Freedom Raptor Hospital of Spooner will release this 2-year-old bald eagle on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Spooner Elementary School. This event is free, open to the public, and appropriate for all ages. This eagle had a wing fracture that healed in the care of Winged Freedom. He is ready to go. There will be sweatshirts and stuffies for sale. Freewill donations welcome but not required.
New Paws, New Love: Adopt Cats Today in Rice Lake, WI
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around rice lake.
UPDATE: Kids Korner reopens under new ownership, first week called 'great but crazy'
After being closed for almost two years, Kids Korner Pizza reopened on Feb. 14 in Rice Lake and had a line of waiting customers within the first half-hour. Taking over ownership are Don and Rose Postle, and the manager is their daughter Christina Postle. They are the former owners of Skate City who moved to California for a time but are now back in the area. On Monday, Don Postle...
Kids at First invite public to pancake fundraiser
Preschoolers at Kids at First preschool at First Lutheran Church of Rice Lake have prepared for their upcoming pancake fundraiser with PJ and Pancake Day. After reading “If You Give a Pig a Pancake” by Laura Numeroff, students practiced measuring, stirring and making pancakes. Finally, they sampled their pancakes with special toppings. On Saturday, March 2, from 8:30-10:30 a.m., all are invited to enjoy pancakes with real maple syrup, sausages, and fruit served by KAF preschoolers. The cost is $6 for adults and $3 for ages 3-10. Children ages 2 and under are free. First Lutheran Church and Preschool is located at 15 E. Sawyer St., Rice Lake. Contact KAF at 715-234-7505 for more information.
Exotic pet surrender to be held at Hunt Hill
Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary in Sarona will be holding an exotic surrender event on Feb. 24. J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue is collaborating with Hunt Hill, Pet Advocacy Network and the University of Wisconsin Sea Grant/Water Resources Institute to hold the exotic pet surrender event from noon to 2 p.m. at Hunt Hill, N2384 Hunt Hill Road, Sarona. Accepted at the event will be fish, invertebrates, reptiles, pet birds, small mammals...
Spaghetti Feed to benefit Cat Rescue and Adoption Center
The Community Cat Rescue and Adoption Center of Barron County will hold a Spaghetti Feed on Saturday (Feb. 24) from 4-7 p.m. at the Cameron Senior Center, 512 W. Main St. There will be a freewill donation for dinner, raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle, and a bake sale. All proceeds go toward paying vet bills and maintenance of the center at 23 E. Bracklin Ave., Rice Lake. The cat center is staffed entirely by volunteers and depends on donations to keep the doors open. In the past four years more than 1,200 feral and abandoned cats have been adopted out, all spayed or neutered, and up to date on their vaccinations. There is a TNR (Trap, Neuter & Return) program also used to reduce the cat population.
Hunt Hill, J&R Rescue help give exotic pets new homes
SARONA — It was a bittersweet day at Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary in Sarona on Saturday as people had to say goodbye to their snakes, fish, lizards and other animals at the Exotic Pet Surrender Event. J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, along with Hunt Hill, Pet Advocacy Network and University of Wisconsin Sea Grant/Water Resources Institutes, hosted the event to provide a compassionate alternative for individuals who could no longer care for their exotic pets. ...
Library update: Superheroes invited to Books to the Rescue
The Rice Lake Public Library staff has planned a special superhero storytime and craft, Books to the Rescue, on Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 10:30 a.m. Expect superhero-themed stories, songs, crafts and activities. Those interested in attending are encouraged to dress up as their favorite superhero. The library offers two other storytimes each Friday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Saturday's event includes a craft. Bored in the library? Board and card...
Rice Lake High School students to perform 'Midsummer/Jersey'
“Come to Northern Star Theatre Company and see Rice Lake High School’s newest play, Ken Ludwig’s ‘Midsummer/Jersey,’” invites high school drama student Djanko Shuler-Masci. He describes the play as “A delightfully witty blend of Shakespeare and Jersey Shore.” In the play, four teenagers’ love lives get even more twisted when the mischievous fairies arrive, all the while a beauty shop rehearses an amateur production of “Romeo and Juliet.” “Join us on Feb. 29-March 2 at 7 p.m., and March 2-3 at 2 p.m. for a night full of love, iPhones, donkeys and rhyme,” Shuler-Masci said. General ticket price is $10, sold at the door, while students are free. It is produced with permission from Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
Mayana to be featured on 'Wisconsin Foodie' Thursday
SPOONER — Many people around the state will now hear of “the best chocolate you’ve never heard of” when Mayana Chocolate is featured on the TV show “Wisconsin Foodie.” The Spooner-based chocolate factory filmed a segment for the show on Nov. 17, 2023, and it will premiere on “Wisconsin Foodie” on Thursday, Feb. 15, at 7:30 p.m. on PBS (viewers can also watch it on the website or YouTube). Mayana...
Event at Shell Lake Public Library
SHELL LAKE — Kids ages 8 and up are invited to the Shell Lake Public Library Friday, Feb. 16, from 4 to 5 p.m. for Magical Properties of Density. 3M-Cumberland engineers Caroline and Courtney will be leading an interactive demonstration exploring the properties of density. All supplies for this program will be provided. This is a great learning opportunity for kids to learn about density in a fun, hands-on way.
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