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Advia CU Donates $11K to Support Victims of Tornadoes
KALAMAZOO, Mich.–Advia Credit Union has contributed $11,000 to ECHO, Inc. through its Advancing Lives Grants to assist Wisconsin tornado victims. ACU said the donation is part of a broader initiative that has raised $35,000 for the community. Based in Janesville, Wis., ECHO is a nonprofit organization that has played...
Wisconsin Air National Guard shows off new F-35A fighter at AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) -Oshkosh is known as the mecca of sport aviation, but Wisconsin can also now be called home to one of the military’s most state of the art aircraft. The 115th Fighter Wing of the Wisconsin Air National Guard in Madison received eight F-35A Lighting II aircraft in April of 2023, becoming only the second Air National Guard wing in the country to get them. The Vermont Air National Guard’s 158th Fighter Wing was the first.
Wisconsin patients are still suffering effects of Ozempic shortage, pharmacists say
Patients at a Milwaukee pharmacy are feeling the shortage of Ozempic and other medications used to treat type 2 diabetes. These medications — known as GLP-1 drugs — have been in short supply since 2022. Manufacturer Novo Nordisk advised that the shortage will last until at least the end of the year.
Funeral traditions merge with growth of ‘green burials’ in Wisconsin
When Tanya Mudrick searched in 2012 for a place to bury her stillborn son, Oren, she chose Circle Cemetery in Barneveld — one of the nation’s pioneer green cemeteries. Wrapped in a quilt and placed in a hand-weaved wicker basket, Oren is buried among 60 others inside a nature preserve lush with the wetlands, springs and sandstone rock of Wisconsin’s Driftless Area.
Couple Turned Founders Brought Sherman Park Grocery To Wisconsin, The Only Black-Owned, Full-Scale Grocery Store In The State
Maurice and Yashica Spears Wince are bringing healthy food options to a food desert in Milwaukee, WI, Black Business reports. Combining years of experience, the founders have partnered to open Sherman Park Grocery, the first Black-owned, full-scale grocery store in the state of Wisconsin, per Milwaukee Community Journal. It had the support of the Embassy… Continue reading Couple Turned Founders Brought Sherman Park Grocery To Wisconsin, The Only Black-Owned, Full-Scale Grocery Store In The State
Minocqua Brewing Company granted emergency business injunction
MINOCQUA, Wis. - The Minocqua Brewing Company was granted an emergency business injunction from the Wisconsin District Court of Appeals. The Brewery, owned by Kirk Bangstad, had its permit revoked by the Oneida County Zoning board on Wednesday. In June, the Board ordered Minocqua Brewing Company to stop outdoor seating...
DNR Investigating New Manure Spill That Killed Fish In Wisconsin
It's common knowledge that water bodies are important in many ways, while also serving as great places to have recreational fun. That's why it's important to protect them from pollution and other things that can disrupt the natural ecosystem. However, despite our best efforts, water bodies are compromised in various ways.
Hazardous waste disposal event slated for first Saturday in August
ANTIGO — The Langlade County Conservation Office will host its hazardous waste disposal event outside the multipurpose building of the fairgrounds Saturday, Aug. 3 from 8 to 11 a.m. At the biennial event, officially called the 2024 Langlade County Hazardous Waste Clean Sweep and Medication Disposal, county residents can drop off hazardous household wastes such as cleaning chemicals, solvents, and pesticides, as well as pharmaceuticals, at no cost. Langlade County...
2024 Hodag Mash blood drive
RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW)- The 8th annual Hodag Mash Blood Drive took place Thursday July 25, at the Hodag Dome in Rhinelander. The event helps to support local hospitals in the area with blood they may need for patients. The event took place from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and saw...
Construction begins on Wausau’s ‘Foundry on 3rd’ project at former site of Wausau Center Mall
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Developers released new information Thursday about the current progress of a new building at the site of the former Wausau Center Mall location. The Wausau Center Mall opened in 1983. It closed in 2021 due to high vacancy and a change in consumer shopping habits. A...
July Garden of the Month
Park City Gardens has designated the yard and garden of Mary Ann Kufahl as the July Garden of the Month. Located at 2703 E. 10th St. in Merrill, Mary Ann Kufahl has enjoyed the fun of creating the beautiful flower gardens surrounding her house since 1989. “As you approach from...
Local businesses donate to Rhinelander District Library capital campaign
RHINELANDER, Wis. - The Rhinelander District Library received donations for the renovation and expansion capital campaign from two local businesses. Ripco Credit Union donated $1,000 on July 11 and AirPro Fan & Blower Company donated $1,000 on July 16. The Library is accepting donations of any amount. Checks can be...
Award-winning photography exhibition opens at Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art
WAUSAU – An award-winning photography exhibition featuring 49 photographs opened today at the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art as part of a new program in Wausau called Welcoming Week. “The String Project,” on display at 309 McClellan St., will run through Oct. 12. This exhibition features stunning photographs...
Area Events & Entertainment Community Calendar
Jul. 25 – Gazebo Nights Concert: The Glam Band. Jul. 25 – German film presentation at Cosmo Hall. Jul. 26-28 – Merrill Fastpitch Softball Tournament at the MARC. Jul. 27 – Black Squirrel Scurry starting at Prairie Trails Park. Jul. 27-28 – Dig Days at Barnes...
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