Jake Schexnaydre

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New year, new traditions

With every new year comes the chance for one to reinvent oneself. Whether mentally or physically, the possibilities for renewal are endless. It can mean anything from correcting past mistakes to trying something new. One only has to ponder their circumstances and determine the best way to proceed.

Holidays and family

In a time as special as this holiday season, the importance of family is greatly amplified. No matter which holiday you celebrate, the general spirit of togetherness is common throughout. Whether your loved ones are close by or in another part of the country, now is the time to give them a visit.

LUHS choir students sing with state honors band

For many high school students, being able to go to state in their chosen extracurricular or sport is considered an honor. With no exception, two choir students from LUHS took their singing talents to the state honors band.

New year, new beginnings

With every passing year, there will always be ups and downs. For many people, the downs are more likely to be recognized. Despite this, there will always be room to improve upon or move on from them going into the next year.

Another Northwoods winter holiday season

The holidays have come to the Northwoods once again. With it, there will be many times when the streets will be covered with snow and ice. Every Wisconsinite knows that all too well.

Gratitude in the face of adversity

From the day they left England to the landing of the Mayflower in 1620, the Pilgrims had only the very limited resources given to them and the clothes on their backs.

Minocqua dance team spreads spirit of ‘Aloha’ in Hawaii

On March 17, the Minocqua Dance team performed the ballet "Finding Oz," a story with an anti-bullying message, at the 490-seat Kahilu Theater in Hawaii. "Finding Oz" has previously been performed at LUHS in the spring of 2022, and now, Minocqua Dance took the show to Hawaii as part of a trip hosted by studio owner Dana Bostrom.

Philanthropic Education Organization to hold ‘Palette to Palate’ fundraiser

The EO chapter of the Philanthropic Education Organization will be holding a fundraiser called "Palette to Palate" at the Minocqua Country Club on Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event's main goal is to raise money for financial aid for the women of Cottey College in Nevada, Mo.

Polish exchange student participates in CIEE

The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) recently collected donations for the Northwoods Animal Alliance, a shelter for puppies rescued within the Northwoods. This event took place on Feb. 11 at the Trig's in Minocqua and on Feb. 12 at the Trig's in Eagle River.

Lake Tomahawk Lions donate used glasses to third world countries

Not every country has access to proper medical care, but there are those who are more than willing to provide it. For the Lake Tomahawk Lions, they are more than willing to throw their hats into the ring to donate glasses to third world countries as part of their Eyeglass Recycling Project.

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