| Chamber announces Christmas Parade float winners |
Businesses and non-profits alike came together on Saturday, Dec. 7 to participate in the Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony. (subscriber access)
Saturday, December 14, 2019
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December 12, 2019 18:05
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| Department of Health Services investigating outbreak of adenovirus infections on college campuses |
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is investigating multiple cases of adenovirus (add-e-no-virus) infection on college campuses around the state. (subscriber access)
Saturday, December 14, 2019
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December 12, 2019 18:07
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| Study: Diversity in populations could influence care of infections like blastomycosis |
People diagnosed with fungal infections like blastomycosis and who have certain racial and ethnic backgrounds may need more aggressive treatment and closer monitoring. (subscriber access)
Saturday, December 14, 2019
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December 12, 2019 18:07
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| Women of Steel Local 2-15 'lives united'
by collecting for cold weather |
Northwoods United Way executive director Nancy Sattler recently accepted a contribution from the USW Women of Steel Local 2-15. The gift was presented by members Kay Bloom and Lindy Roberts, both of whom are members of Women of Steel Ahlstrom Munksjo. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 12, 2019
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December 10, 2019 17:38
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| 'Waiting for Christmas' at Calvary
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Calvary Baptist Church, 320 Lincoln Street in Rhinelander, invites the community to the musical "Waiting for Christmas" on Sunday, Dec. 22 at 10:30 a.m. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 12, 2019
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December 10, 2019 17:39
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| Theatre and fine arts group announces its 2020 season |
There are many things that make Forest County unique. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 12, 2019
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December 10, 2019 17:45
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| RACB to play Christmas carols Dec. 14
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Can't get enough holiday music? (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 12, 2019
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December 10, 2019 17:46
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| Whisker Wonderland to raise funds for Hope Lodge |
The American Cancer Society Relay for Life/Bark for Life movement continues this week with Whisker Wonderland. (subscriber access)
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
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December 8, 2019 17:13
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| Park City receives dementia friendly certification |
Like many regions across the country, the Northwoods is seeing an increase in its population of older adults, many of whom are active in the community. (subscriber access)
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
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December 8, 2019 17:15
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| Community Christmas Dinner to be served Dec. 25 |
The Rhinelander Lions Club and volunteers will host a free Community Christmas Dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 25 at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 125 E. King St., Rhinelander. (subscriber access)
Saturday, December 7, 2019
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December 5, 2019 17:49
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| Catch a sneak peek of the Lights of the Northwoods |
Following tonight's Rhinelander Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade and tree lighting in downtown, area residents are invited to take a sneak peek at the third annual Lights of the Northwoods display at Hodag Park. (subscriber access)
Saturday, December 7, 2019
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December 5, 2019 17:50
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| Santa Claus is coming to town: Christmas parade, tree lighting Dec. 7 |
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand Saturday evening, Dec. 7 for the annual Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony in downtown Rhinelander. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 5, 2019
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December 3, 2019 18:24
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| Salvation Army bell ringers needed |
The Rhinelander and Minocqua Salvation Army chapters are in need of more bell ringers. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 5, 2019
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December 3, 2019 18:25
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| CoVantage Cares Foundation pledges $150,000 in matching funds |
CoVantage Cares Foundation has announced the kickoff of its annual two-week fundraising campaign. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 5, 2019
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December 3, 2019 18:26
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| Local retailer supports Christmas Belles program |
Mary Bongratz, Corinne Duerkop, Barbara Benson and Ann Adamovich, the four chairwomen of the Christmas Belles program, recently accepted a donation from the Rhinelander Walmart store. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 5, 2019
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December 3, 2019 18:28
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| Three Lakes Lions Club to host annual children's Christmas party Dec. 14 |
The Three Lakes Lions Club will host its annual children's Christmas Party Saturday, Dec. 14 at Bonnie's Lakeside starting at noon. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 5, 2019
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December 3, 2019 18:28
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| Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest open for 2020 entries |
The 17th annual Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest is accepting entries online for the 2020 competition until 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, 2020. (subscriber access)
Thursday, December 5, 2019
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December 3, 2019 18:29
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| Wipeout |
While some people took advantage of bargain shopping Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, others took to the slope at Sarocka Field to burn off some Thanksgiving calories.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
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December 1, 2019 17:09
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| Pelican students demonstrate new math skills |
Second-grade families at Pelican School enjoyed a Family Night event Nov. 19 centered around math. Parents attended an informational session where they learned about ways to help their children add and subtract multi-digit numbers without using the traditional algorithm, school officials explained in a press release.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
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December 1, 2019 17:21
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| Violinist Randy Sabien in concert at Nicolet Dec. 10 |
Acclaimed violinist Randy Sabien loves the holiday season - especially the holiday music tradition.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
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December 1, 2019 17:19
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| Tavern League of Wisconsin promotes SafeRide Program |
The Tavern League of Wisconsin recently kicked off a statewide advertising buy promoting their award winning SafeRide Program.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
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December 1, 2019 17:21
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| Marshfield Clinic to host free advance directives workshops |
Each day, families are forced to face a variety of health care crises requiring them to make critical decisions for their loved ones. Marshfield Clinic is offering free workshops called "Caring Conversations" to highlight the importance of exploring goals and values related to future medical decisions in the event you are unable to communicate those wishes.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
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December 1, 2019 17:20
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| School District of Rhinelander employees donate to Northwoods United Way |
The Northwoods United Way recently accepted a $2,010 contribution from the School District of Rhinelander employees. (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 30, 2019
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November 28, 2019 17:24
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| Local church to host Taize services in Advent |
Taize, a meditative service of music and scripture, will be held at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, 39 S. Pelham St. in Rhinelander, each Sunday in Advent, Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22, at 4 p.m. (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 30, 2019
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November 28, 2019 17:25
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| UW rural medical education program announces new crop of trainees |
Students from Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota have earned spots in the Wisconsin Academy for Rural Medicine. (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 30, 2019
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November 28, 2019 17:32
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| December mindfulness: Calm and bright in the holiday season |
Ascension Koller Behavioral Health offers monthly mindfulness and meditation programs in Rhinelander that are free to anyone in the community. (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 30, 2019
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November 28, 2019 17:39
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| WPS: Keep your home safe by clearing snow from gas meters and vents |
With the first big snowstorm of the season hitting the area, Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) is reminding customers to clear snow and ice from natural gas meters and heating vents. (subscriber access)
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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November 25, 2019 17:49
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| Rhinelander GM/Toyota makes holiday donation to food pantry |
For a number of years Rhinelander GM/Toyota has been donating turkeys to the Rhinelander Area Food Pantry prior to the holiday season, and this year was no exception. (subscriber access)
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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November 25, 2019 17:52
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| Blue Christmas service to be held Dec. 21 in Rhinelander |
Grief can be an isolating experience. We live in a culture that sends us constant messages that we are supposed to be happy and we are not supposed to talk about death, grief or sadness. (subscriber access)
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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November 25, 2019 17:53
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| Three Lakes chamber planning Festival of Lights, Jingle Mingle |
The spirit of the season will come alive in Three Lakes this week as the chamber of commerce and area businesses will present the 25th annual Festival of Lights and Jingle Mingle shopping event, Nov. 29-30. (subscriber access)
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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November 25, 2019 17:54
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| Woodland Strings of the North to perform holiday concert 'Ring Christmas Bells' |
Woodland Strings of the North will present a holiday concert entitled "Ring Christmas Bells," in Land O' Lakes and Three Lakes the first weekend in December. (subscriber access)
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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November 25, 2019 17:55
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| Senior group to take Christmas trip to see musical |
The holiday season will soon be upon us and what better way to kick it off than an overnight trip to the Fireside Dinner Theater on Dec. 5 and 6 to see "A Christmas Story, The Musical." (subscriber access)
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
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November 25, 2019 17:56
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| Pines Community Wellness Center to host Senior Olympics Dec. 5 |
The Pines Community Wellness Center will host its annual Senior Olympics from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 at the Pines Community Wellness Center, Northland Pines Field House. (subscriber access)
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
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November 24, 2019 17:25
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| Park City Credit Union donates $1,000 to Pioneer Park pickleball project |
The pickleball phenomenon has hit the Northwoods area, and Park City Credit Union has swung into action with a $1,000 donation to Pioneer Park. (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 23, 2019
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November 21, 2019 17:38
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| Pregnant women and the flu |
Many pregnant women are not getting the flu vaccine and it's putting themselves and their babies at risk, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 23, 2019
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November 21, 2019 17:39
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| Red Cross makes it easy and rewarding to save lives this holiday season |
The American Red Cross is urging eligible donors to be a lifeline for patients in need this holiday season by making an appointment to give blood. (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 23, 2019
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November 21, 2019 17:40
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| NAMI presentation on forgiveness Nov. 26 |
NAMI Northern Lakes will host a presentation, "Forgiveness in an Angry World," with speaker Russ Fugerer at 6 p.m. Nov. 26 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Rhinelander. (subscriber access)
Saturday, November 23, 2019
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November 21, 2019 17:41
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| Kiwanis holiday poinsettia fundraiser underway |
The Rhinelander Kiwanis Club's annual holiday poinsettia fundraiser is underway and features plants grown in Rhinelander by Ruth and Henning Hempel, owners of Forth Floral. (subscriber access)
Thursday, November 21, 2019
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November 19, 2019 17:53
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| Rhinelander VA clinic seeks volunteers |
The VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Rhinelander is seeking volunteers to assist patients with kiosk check-in, escort patients to exam rooms and support office tasks. (subscriber access)
Thursday, November 21, 2019
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November 19, 2019 17:54
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| Rhinelander United Methodist church to hold Christmas cookie sale at Artstart |
The Rhinelander United Methodist women will hold a Christmas cookie sale on Friday, Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. until cookies are sold out. (subscriber access)
Thursday, November 21, 2019
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November 19, 2019 17:55
