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Floral fun
Two-year-old Reese Kozisek enjoys picking flowers during the flower-themed Garden Storytime on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at the Minocqua Public Library.
GLITC holds emergency management summit
The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council (GLITC) conducted an emergency management summit at the Lake of The Torches Casino in Lac du Flambeau on Aug. 14. The purpose of the summit, according to a press release issued prior to the event, was to bring together tribal leaders, members of GLITC staff …
Manitowish Waters town supervisor’s vote benefits son’s business
The Lakeland Times was contacted with concerns regarding Manitowish Waters town officials. One of those concerns was with town supervisor Lynn Schroeder, who, at one point recently, resigned from the board after enhanced wake ordinances he was in favor of were adopted by the three-person board on a 2-1 vote. …
Boulder Junction library and historical society present monthly history series Sept. 25 on ‘Dr. Kate: Angel on Snowshoes’
The Boulder Junction Public Library and Boulder Junction Area Historical Society are partnering to present OurStory: a Monthly History Series. Programs will share “OurStory” — highlighting a local history topic or area of interest that helps us remember the past, understand how it impacts our present, and preserve these memories …
Two sex offenders released in Oneida County
The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office this week announced two sex offenders would be released on Aug. 26, one temporarily living in Rhinelander. Richard S. Loppnow, 45, was convicted in Oneida County of two counts of third degree sexual assault. The criminal charges were brought against him by the state in …
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Northern Waters Genealogical Society meeting Sept. 2
The Northern Waters Genealogical Society invites you to their next meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 6 to 7 p.m., at the Boulder Junction Community Center, 5392 Park Street. A brief business meeting will follow. Guests may attend in person or join on Zoom.
Times requests new investigation in Presque Isle
The Lakeland Times has again asked the Vilas County Sheriff’s Office to investigate the town of Presque Isle for open-records violations, after months of failed attempts to obtain computer records the newspaper says the town is legally obligated to release.
Mercer Senior Center Midweek Mingle & Learn series is back this fall
The Mercer Senior Center is pleased to announce the return of its free weekly speaker series, Midweek Mingle & Learn, beginning Wednesday, Sept. 3. The series takes place at the Mercer Senior Center, 2518 Margaret Lake Road, from 10 to 11 a.m. and invites adults of all ages to enjoy …
Is there a doctor in the house?
It’s no longer a surprise to most people trying to use the healthcare system, but communities across the nation are experiencing a serious shortage of physicians, especially primary care providers, and northern Wisconsin is no exception.
St. Germain Chamber announces 2nd round of 2025 grant program
The St. Germain Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the second round of our grant program for St. Germain. The 2025 Tourism Development Grant is funded by room tax and will be available to not-for-profit organizations and units of government located in the town of St. Germain.
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Joe Fath to retire as Vilas County sheriff
After 44 years in law enforcement, all of it with the Vilas County Sheriff’s Office and nearly 12 years as county sheriff, Joe Fath is retiring effective Dec. 1 of this year. On Aug. 14, he sent a letter to his staff with the announcement.
State patrol educates drivers on dangers of impaired driving
The Wisconsin State Patrol is focusing on educating drivers about the dangers of impaired driving during the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign which runs from Aug. 15 to Sept. 1. The special enforcement and education campaign unifies efforts from law enforcement agencies across the state to prevent …
Red Cross of Wisconsin issues urgent call for disaster volunteers
The American Red Cross responds to over 65,000 disasters each year that impact communities across the country. To ensure no one faces an emergency alone, the American Red Cross of Wisconsin is looking for new volunteers to step up and make a difference.
Lac du Flambeau annual Wild Rice Festival Sept. 5-7
Join us in downtown Lac du Flambeau for this year’s annual Wild Rice Festival. The main festival returns Saturday, Sept. 6, at 9 a.m., featuring a repeat of last year’s activities.
Lakeland ATV Club hosts 5th annual Wheelin for a Cause Sept. 19-20
Lakeland ATV’s 5th Wheelin for a Cause, a Northwoods adventure expo, is coming and promises two days of excitement. This year’s event takes place Sept. 19-20.
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