Trevor Greene
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Didn’t tag out yet? There’s still time
While it feels like deer season just started, the best chances of scoring on a big buck are winding down now. That’s according to the state Department of Natural Resources’ deer program specialist Jeff Pritzl, who said he would consider this week the end of the “peak rut” — the time hunters are most likely to see bucks chasing does during the day for breeding purposes.
Veterans Day protest turns fowl: Reporter and combat veteran called ‘chicken,’ ‘turkey’ outside Times office
A group of protesters stood outside The Lakeland Times building for roughly 10 minutes on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, one coming off the road right-of-way to look into the Times building and eventually call Times reporter Brian Jopek a “chicken.” Another protester called him a “turkey” when he went out to take a photograph of the demonstration for the paper.
Hazelhurst town board to submit draft ‘wake boat’ ordinance for Lake Katherine to DNR
The Hazelhurst town board agreed at its Nov. 11 to send the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) condition reports of Lake Katherine and a draft “wake boat ordinance” for review. Paul Strong, of the Lake Katherine Association, said the board of directors for that body supported a resolution submitted to the town board establishing its support of “initiating this ordinance proposal.”
Woodruff man sentenced to 3 years in prison, 10 years supervision for two felonies
A Woodruff man, formerly of Rhinelander, pled no contest to two felony charges of second degree sexual assault of an unconscious person and capturing intimate representation during a pre-trial conference on Oct. 27 in Oneida County court.
Thomas is new Presque Isle town clerk
Presque Isle town chairman Al Eschenbauch announced at the town board’s Nov. 6 meeting that a replacement for former town clerk Kim Prott has been found. Prott resigned at the end of September, but continued to serve as town clerk through the month of October.
Notable author comes to Minocqua Nov. 13 promoting new book, ‘Snowshoe Kate and the Hospital Built for Pennies’
Margi Preus, an award winning author, will be at the Minocqua Public Library on Nov. 13 to talk about her new children’s book “Snowshoe Kate and the Hospital Built for Pennies,” published Oct. 28.
Trapper of the Northwoods
Wisconsin’s trapping season began for most species on Oct. 18. Some trappers read the woods and strategically place traps for fun while, say, at deer camp or during a fall stay at the cabin. Others do it for a little extra cash on the side for the furs they’re able to sell or for property owners who want to manage their lands. And then there’s trappers who do it because they embrace the challenge and truly love doing it.
The Boathouse to get ‘brand new, but familiar’ overhaul under Gage Marine
At this year’s Beef-a-Rama Festival, The Boathouse, located at 305 West Park Avenue in Minocqua, announced it will close at the end of October for a “comprehensive year-long renovation that will elevate your dining experience!” The announcement culminated in a weekend send-off Packer party.
North Lakeland board of education approves 2026 budget
The North Lakeland School district’s budget and total tax levy was approved by the board of education during a board meeting following its budget hearing and annual meeting on Oct. 28. District administrator and principal Brent Jelinski said the hearing, annual meeting and special meeting lasted a combined total of nearly 20 minutes. He said there was only one member of the community who attended.
