She has the cards
Karen Merrill, youth services assistant at the Minocqua public library, deals the cards to Isabele Foss, 7, for the next round of Isabele’s “Oregon Trail Experience” in the activity room at the library on Thursday, April 9.
Federal judge grants extension to Bangstad attorney in lawsuit
A federal judge last week granted yet another extension to the attorney representing Minocqua Brewing Company owner Kirk Bangstad — this time citing “compassion” — even as the court made clear that repeated delays and admitted deficiencies had fallen short of the legal standard required for such relief.
Freshman hat trick nets victory
The Lakeland girls’ soccer team made it back-to-back shutouts to open the season following its Great Northern Conference opener Thursday. The Thunderbirds beat Mosinee 3-0 at IncredibleBank Field in Minocqua.
Oneida County law enforcement agencies taking back unwanted prescription drugs at several locations April 25
On Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Three Lakes Police Department, the Rhinelander Police Department, the Minocqua Police Department and the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with the Drug Enforcement Administration and Wisconsin Department of Justice will give the public another opportunity to prevent prescription …
Mercer High School track girls finish sixth, boys eighth at indoor conference
The Mercer High School track and field team concluded the indoor season with a Northern Lights Conference meet. The Mercer girls finished sixth out of 10 teams with 43 points Friday in Ashland. The Mercer boys placed eighth out of 10 teams with 21 points.
Minocqua expresses support for county taking over Squirrel Lake, Pine Lake and Willow roads
The Minocqua town board, with only three of its five members present, agreed during its meeting on April 8 to ask Oneida County to adopt Squirrel Lake, Pine Lake and Willow roads as a county highway, which is an idea that has been recently suggested by the town of Lynne …
The AV-W Lions Club invite the public to their April 20 open house
The Arbor Vitae-Woodruff (AV-W) Lions Club plans to hold an open house from 6 to 7:30 p.m. April 20 during its regular meeting to welcome Lions Club district governor Anne Madison, who will visit along with other dignitaries. According to a press release, Madison is expected to share insights on …
LUHS boys’ tennis opens season
The Lakeland boys’ tennis team got its season started with the Altoona Invite over the weekend. The Thunderbirds went 0-2-1 with one match suspended Friday and Saturday. They fell to Baldwin-Woodville 5-2 and tied Sparta 3-3 on Friday. On Saturday, Altoona beat the Thunderbirds 7-0. Lakeland trailed Ellsworth 4-2 before …
Lynne town board teams up with Minocqua on Willow Road issue
The Oneida County board’s highway committee is waiting to hear more from the towns of Lynne and Minocqua regarding the Lynne town board’s jurisdictional transfer request submitted to the highway committee.
23rd annual ice golf event donates over $2,500 to the Lakeland Pantry
The Thirsty Whale in Minocqua donated $2,518 to the Lakeland Pantry from the 23rd annual ice golf event held on March 7. According to a press release, the Lakeland Pantry is very grateful for the donation from Jay and Deanne Kidd, owners of the Thirsty Whale and wish to thank …
Season review: Lakeland gymnastics excelled in comeback season
One year ago, the Lakeland Union High School gymnastics program was up in the air after having canceled its 2024-25 season. This season, not only did the high school team return, but they had one of its best campaigns in recent memory.
Nomm manages to stay on LUHS board
In the immediate aftermath of the April 7 election, it appeared Lisa Nomm, running for re-election to the Lakeland Union High School (LUHS) board of education, lost her seat.
YMCA Camp Nawakwa hosts first Woodland Creations Craft Show
April can be a challenging transition month in the Northwoods as the seasons change, but YMCA Camp Nawakwa is welcoming spring with creativity and community through its inaugural Woodland Creations Craft Show, taking place Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19.
