The Eagle River City Council approved implementing staggered alderperson terms going forward at its April meeting. Currently, all five seats are up for reelection at the same time, which could …
The Wisconsin DNR is seeking volunteers for the annual Wisconsin Frog and Toad Survey to help document frog and toad breeding calls throughout the state this spring and summer. This survey helps …
Law enforcement agencies and health departments across Vilas and Oneida counties will join the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Wisconsin Department of Justice for the National Prescription …
The Wisconsin DNR encourages the public to be “bear aware” and take steps to prevent potential conflicts with black bears this spring. As the weather warms and people across the state begin …
After announcing a number of temporary fishing restrictions on several lakes located within the reservation boundary last month, the Lac du Flambeau Tribal Council has now approved more limits to be …
Citizens brought forth a number of resolutions for consideration during Vilas County’s Wisconsin Conservation Congress Spring Hearing held April 13 in St. Germain. In addition to the statewide …
State and tribal fish hatcheries have been producing walleyes for more than a decade with sex ratios skewed toward females, hurting efforts to re-establish natural reproduction through stocking. …
Salt brine used between 40% and 72% less salt than traditional rock salt application The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) has shared results from a recent university-led research …
Electors in Wisconsin towns can take part in their upcoming annual meetings, with many slated for Tuesday, April 21. These meetings give electors of a town the chance to exercise their powers …
An education bill authored by Sen. Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) and Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) was vetoed last month by Gov. Tony Evers. Analysis provided by the Legislative Reference …
It is again that time of year to pause operating in oak stands or pruning oak trees during the high-risk period for oak wilt, which begins in April. The high-risk period begins April 1 in the …
A number of bills put forth by Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R- Tomahawk) have been signed into law recently by Gov. Tony Evers. The Forestry Revitalization Act, authored by Felzkowski and …
To mark Public School Library Month, Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski visited two local schools to present checks reflecting their share of the 2026 library aid distribution. In her capacity …
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) recognized the best downtown revitalization projects of 2025 at the 35th Wisconsin Main Street Awards ceremony held last month at the Grand …
A civil complaint initially made by Valerie Kennedy of Eagle River on Dec 4, 2023, will be the focus of a jury trial set for June 29 to July 1 in Vilas County Circuit Court. The complaint goes …
Despite a recent statewide trend of opposition against the use of AI assisted surveillance cameras, the Vilas County Sheriff’s Office is committed to their local use, and is moving forward with a …
She said it only once, an offhand comment made while her family sat in their truck at the stoplight by the Rhinelander Burger King. If something should ever happen to me, Karen Messenger told her …
Over her 25 years as executive director, Kim Emerson has guided the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce through many changes — from fostering collaboration among community groups to growing …
The Sayner, Star Lake and Cloverland Chamber of Commerce has launched its inaugural Room Tax Grant Program to enhance tourism-driven initiatives across the three-town area. The program is …
Tribe says goal is to protect fish populations The Lac du Flambeau Tribal Council recently approved Resolution No. 8(26) to protect fish populations and natural resources by implementing …