BUSINESS
Truck Country adds Western Star brand in Wausau, Minocqua
The Truck Country team is excited to announce its Wausau and Minocqua locations are now officially Western Star Trucks dealerships. The change is effective immediately.
BBB tips: 10 tips to stay cyber secure when working remotely
Several companies are still practicing safe work from home guidelines as a way to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 or have adapted their employee policies to continue this practice.
BBB research shows spike in online purchase scams since COVID started
Scams related to online purchases, already on the rise in 2019, spiked further following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research by the Better Business Bureau (BBB). A staggering 80.5% of consumers reporting online purchase scams in 2020 lost money. That figure has been creeping up from …
BBB tip: Back to school internet safety tips
Several school districts may be picking up where they left off in March when many schools in the country suddenly shut down due to concerns over coronavirus. Now, as the beginning of the school year approaches, teachers, administrators and families are adapting to an unusual first day of school, and …
BBB Tip: Hiring a tutor
As parents navigate returning to school, and some being informed school will start with virtual learning due to COVID-19, many are turning to tutors to help keep kids motivated and learning. Hiring a tutor for is a great way to help a child with a subject they struggle in, ensure …
728 X 90 AD
BBB warns of phony vehicle ads falsely claiming Wisconsin address circulating across U.S.
The Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin is issuing a nationwide alert about BCO Logistics, LLC, a vehicle “transport” website displaying a Mount Pleasant address. BBB has been made aware of a dozen consumers in 10 states who have become victims or almost victims — of BCO Logistics — since the …
LdF Business Development Corporation announces new CFO
The LDF Business Development Corporation, the non-gaming business development arm of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, recently announced the arrival of chief financial officer, Frank Wolff.
B&B Storage and the family dream
With a summer house in Mercer, the Blankenhagens have been visiting for 30-plus years when the entrepreneur in both father and son inspired the opening of B&B Storage.
Scam alert: A credit card was overcharged! Scammers to the Rescue?
At first glance, this scam looks so helpful. It’s a call or text message wanting to help resolve an overpayment on a credit card. However, this sneaky con is actually a phishing scheme, and it’s only likely to get more popular, as COVID-19 causes many shoppers to buy online and …
MTG Outdoor Services ready to assist any project
As someone who grew up spending weekends and summers at his cabin up north, Michael Guild knows: When you get to the lake, you don’t want to rake (or mow, or shovel, or weed flower beds).
728 X 90 AD
BBB tips: How to fix ice dams and winter storm damage
When major snowfall impacts an area, it’s not uncommon for problematic companies to capitalize on the situation. Historically, out-of-state contractors will solicit in areas receiving significant storm damage and increase marketing for snow removal and snow damage repair services by soliciting door-to-door and by targeting advertising on social media and …
B&B Storage and the family dream
With a summer house in Mercer, the Blankenhagens have been visiting for 30-plus years when the entrepreneur in both father and son inspired the opening of B&B Storage.
Local American Family Insurance agency owner Tami Schroeder earns top honor for customer service
Tamala S. Schroeder, an American Family Insurance agency owner in Minocqua, has been recognized for providing an outstanding customer experience under the American Star Excellence in Customer Experience Certification Program.
BBB Wisconsin and Wisconsin DFI warn businesses about misleading solicitations
The Better Business Bureau Serving Wisconsin (BBB) and the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) are warning businesses about solicitations designed to look like invoices arriving through postal mail and being reported to both BBB and DFI from “WI Certificate Service.”
Trapp Bros Inc. celebrates 75th anniversary
Trapp Bros. Inc. is celebrating their 75th anniversary and have become a fixture in the Lakeland area. Here is what they bring to the community.
728 X 90 AD
WEATHER SPONSORED BY
250 X 250 AD
250 X 250 AD
E-Editions
250 X 250 AD
Events
250 X 250 AD