Brett LaBore
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Sensational soccer season comes up one game short of state
In a quest for a state appearance, the Lakeland boys’ soccer team fell one goal and game short on Saturday. First, the Thunderbirds beat second-seeded Shawano 2-1 in a WIAA Division 3 sectional semifinal game Thursday in Minocqua. In a battle of No. 1 seeds, Somerset defeated Lakeland 1-0 in a sectional final game Saturday in Medford.
Reaching the goal
The WIAA Division 2 state meet ended the cross country season for the Thunderbirds. Both the Lakeland boys and Emerson Rubo put together some of the best personal performances this season.
Season review: Mercer volleyball team ‘came together’
Unlike in year’s past, the Mercer volleyball team didn’t experience a lot of success on the scoreboard in 2025. However, they grew and played team volleyball as the season went along.
Lakeland cross country boys, Emerson Rubo ready for state
It all comes down to one race. The Lakeland Union High School cross country team’s season ends tomorrow at state. The State Boys & Girls Cross Country Championships take place Saturday at Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids. The Lakeland boys qualified as a team while Emerson Rubo is partaking as an individual.
Lakeland gets 25 Thunderbirds on fall all-conference teams
The end of October signals the end of the fall Great Northern Conference sports season. A number of Lakeland Union High School athletes and coaches were recognized with all-conference awards.
What’s that smell?
When one thinks of skunks, the first thought that might come to mind is the strong smell that comes from their spray. However, they are a beneficial part of the balance of the ecosystem. Whether driving down the road or walking through a trail, most people have smelled a skunk before. It’s not the greatest of smells.
Who’s watching?: The mysterious nature of owls
Halloween is coming in two weeks. One bird that has become synonymous with the holiday is that of the owl. Some of the more popular owls in the Northwoods include the barred owl and great horned owl. Barred owls make the traditional hoot-hoot noise and can be found in the woods.
Spooky season is upon us
It’s been feeling like summer lately, but fall is my favorite season. The crisp air and vibrant colors get me excited as I count down to Halloween.
Taking a closer look at spider bites
It’s no secret that many people are afraid of spiders. When it comes to spider bites, they are few and far between and oftentimes not dangerous. Spider bites are rare and don’t occur that often. That’s because we’re not a target of the spider.
