Boat Fire on Lake Minocqua
Firefighters responded to a watercraft on fire at the public piers just east of the bridge early Sunday evening on Lake Minocqua. There is a report of two individuals injured in the fire, but as of press time, that has not yet been confirmed by authorities.
Local legend: Saylor Timmerman helping out next generation of softball players
A softball camp took place late last month that featured coaching and instruction from one of Lakeland’s all-time greats. Lakeland Union High School softball and current University of Arkansas student-athlete Saylor Timmerman hosted a pitching clinic July 22 at Lenz Field in Minocqua. LUHS softball coach Whitney Furtak, also one …
46th Annual Loon Day in Mercer on Aug. 5
The 46th Annual Loon Day will be taking place on Wednesday, August 5th in beautiful Mercer. Starting at 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Aug. 5, Mercer will be filled with an anticipated 10,000-12,000 people lining the streets to get their fix of all the arts, crafts, food, and company …
A parking lot battle in Woodruff
An update for potential options to increase public parking at the July 28 meeting of the Woodruff town board turned contentious as Scott Hopkinson, owner of Sam’s Rental in Woodruff abruptly left the meeting during an exchange he had with town chair Judi Nelson.
The First Musky Jamboree
The streets of Boulder Junction were jammed on Wednesday night, July 3, when 2,700 northern Wisconsin tourists poured in to witness the world’s first community musky bake, sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce.
Porter Dean
Porter’s fame is known far and wide. His nickname, Barefoot, is apropos as this wiley fishing guide rarely wears shoes — even in winter. Porter’s renown in the world of fishing is mainly in the walleye field, but he can steer you in the direction of a big muskie if …
Lakeland Airport Commission discusses administrator position
Since mid-May, when Jesse Birginal resigned as the administrator of the Lakeland Airport in Arbor Vitae, members of the Lakeland Airport Commission (LAC) have been filling in in an administrative capacity.
Season review: LUHS golf conference champs again
The Lakeland Union High School golf team’s 2026 season featured team and individual success.
Lake Tomahawk RV-shop permit withstands BOA appeal
An administrative review permit (ARP) issued to Joseph Miklos to operate a recreational vehicle repair shop within an existing garage at 7727 Crow Road was upheld by the Oneida County board of adjustment (BOA) after a hearing and meeting on July 30.
Saying goodbye to one of my favorite athletes
Over the course of my life, I’ve seen some of my favorite professional and collegiate athletes go from one team to the next. One particular trade in June really disappointed me.
Fall flag football league begins this month
Practices and games will be held on the Lakeland High School game field and practice field. This league is focused on having fun, skill introduction and development and learning football strategy. Sportsmanship and teamwork will also be taught.
Minocqua plan commission settles Eagle Wings parking question
After it was initially denied by the Minocqua plan commission on June 30, an administrative review permit (ARP) application that would allow for construction of an accessory storage building on a lot behind Eagle Wings in downtown Minocqua was approved by the plan commission during a meeting on July 28.
Oneida County updates decade-old efficiency study
After years of criticism that Oneida County’s efficiency study had become outdated since it was released in 2016, county officials have given it a retooling for the upcoming budget year. County administrative coordinator Tracy Hartman and human resources director Jenny Lueneburg did the re-imagination. Hartman told the executive committee at …
America’s peak socialism — abandoned a century ago
The emergence of the Democratic Socialists of America and their political victories, from New York City across the fruited plains of Michigan and Wisconsin, all the way to Colorado, strikes many as a new thing in U.S. politics.
Gavin’s old girlfriend
Gavin Newsom is a case study of why not to run for president. For starters, his wife is the target of a Justice Department investigation, which he claims, with reason, is entirely political. And now his personal life is coming under the microscope.
Cement mixer rolls in Hwy. 70 accident near Eagle River
An accident on July 30 in Eagle River involving three vehicles at the junction of State Highway 70 and State Highway 17 resulted in the closure of Hwy. 70 for few hours.
Joanne McGuire
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Joanne McGuire, who passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at the age of 69, surrounded by the love of her family.
