First year fishing
Josh Teske teaches his son Fischer, 1 year old, how to fish during the North Lakeland Discovery Center’s Summer Family Play Day on Thursday, July 2, in Manitowish Waters.
Names of Oneida County deputies released in June 17 Lake Tomahawk shooting
The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office has released the names of two deputies involved in a shooting at a residence on Lumen Lake Drive in Lake Tomahawk on June 17. Terri Hook, chief deputy for the sheriff’s office, confirmed for The Lakeland Times on June 25 the identity of the person …
‘Together for Tomorrow’
An effort to look into the possibility for a Lakeland area YMCA got a boost on June 13 from a fundraising event at Firemen’s Park in Arbor Vitae. John Weiss, who with his wife Shelly owns Lakeland Fitness and Golf in Woodruff, said what was done in the time leading …
Twice in a week: Northwoods beats Minocqua again
The Minocqua Post 89 American Legion baseball team showed improvement in its second loss of the week to Northwoods. The 89ers fell 11-2 to Northwoods Thursday at Don Burnside Park in Three Lakes.
Rhinelander rallies: Lakeland Babe Ruth Senior League team’s three-game win streak snapped
Lakeland’s Babe Ruth Senior League team dropped its second game of the summer on the road. Rhinelander beat Lakeland 16-9 Tuesday, June 30 at Stafford Field in Rhinelander. The last time the two teams met June 9 in Minocqua, Lakeland won 16-0. It was a different story in the latest …
Kurt’s Island and Visitors Bureau nominated for outdoor industry awards
A pair of Minocqua establishments were recently nominated for statewide outdoor industry awards for their representation in promoting outdoor recreation. The Wisconsin Governor’s Outdoor Industry Awards were presented on the lawn of the Wisconsin Executive Residence and Governor’s Mansion in Maple Bluff on June 24.
State approves zero doe quota for DMU 116
The Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved the final quotas and season structure for the 2026 deer season on June 24 during a meeting in Black River Falls.
Crandon wins wire-to-wire over Lakeland Babe Ruth Prep League team No. 2
Crandon’s six-run first inning was too much for the Lakeland Babe Ruth Prep League No. 2 to overcome. Lakeland fell 14-4 in five innings to Crandon Wednesday at the Minocqua Park Complex. Easton Crass started on the mound for Lakeland. Crandon’s Keaston Samz and Keegan Carlsson both had RBI singles …
Plum Lake Library in Sayner hosts ‘Prehistoric Pets’ on July 10
Families are invited to travel back in time and discover the living descendants of prehistoric creatures as J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue presents “Prehistoric Pets at the Library” at the Plum Lake Library on Friday, July 10, from 11 a.m. to noon. This free, family-friendly event will take place at 8789 …
Minocqua plan commission, town board forward grooming business CUP application
The Minocqua town board, in a very brief special meeting on June 30, forwarded a conditional use permit (CUP) application for a dog grooming business to the Oneida County board’s planning and development committee.
Explore the wonders of Wisconsin’s wetlands at July 10 workshop
The Oneida County Land & Water Conservation Department (LWCD) invites the general public and environmental professionals to attend a complimentary Wetland Awareness Workshop on Friday, July 10, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Kemp Natural Resources Station. This workshop is part of LWCD’s event series, “Spring into Summer.”
Presque Isle town board sends downtown parking issues to EDC
The Presque Isle town board discussed parking concerns on Main Street, or County Highway B, at its July 2 meeting and agreed to send the issue to the town’s economic development committee (EDC).
Lac du Flambeau eyes EMS breakaway
When the Lac du Flambeau Town Board met in regular session on June 17, members agreed to approach the Northwoods Emergency Medical Services District (NEMSD) about the possibility of joining the consortium, which currently includes the towns of Manitowish Waters, Boulder Junction, Presque Isle and Winchester.
New Winchester town supervisor appointed
In the final step to a restructuring of the Winchester town board that started with the resignation in May of town chairman Joe Discianno, Discianno’s successor as town chairman, Nicholas Newton, town supervisor Robert Silvas and town clerk Luke Huybrecht appointed Daniel Dye to the town board during a brief …
The Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship mistake
The Supreme Court has now settled, at least for the foreseeable future, one of the most contentious questions in American immigration law: A child born in the United States is a U.S. citizen, regardless of whether the child’s parents entered the country legally or came solely to give birth. That …
The end of the term
He still hasn’t given up. In the wake of the 6-3 decision of the Supreme Court tossing out his Executive Order abolishing birthright citizenship, President Donald Trump was back at it, insisting that Congress should act. He cared enough about the case that he took the unprecedented step of attending …
William Sliwicki
Dear husband of Kathryn (Nee Moha) for 51 years. Kind generous loving dad “Popsy” to the late Jennifer Zengle (Rob), Julie Anderson (Al), and Joe (Katie). Papa of Norah and Jack Sliwicki whom he loved very, very much. Brother of the late Robert (and late Carollyn), and Ray. Brother-in-law of …
Geraldine Ruth Jordan
Geraldine “Jerry” Jordan, of Rhinelander, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Friendly Village Nursing & Rehab at the age of 97. She was born on August 28, 1928, in Rhinelander to Alvin and Carrie (Dart) Dalson.
