Electors in the Town of Phelps voted 40-6 to approve the town’s tax levy in the amount of $1,710,898.65 to be collected in 2026, and also took action on two other items. The town portion …
After two relatively mild winters in the North making for a healthy white-tailed deer herd and the new deer management units (DMU) in place, anticipation is high for the nine-day gun deer season that …
The Town of Plum Lake passed its 2026 budget of $5.51 million on Nov. 11 — a 10% decrease from the 2025 budget of $6.12 million. Town Treasurer Robert Klager explained that the reduction …
The first signs of winter have appeared throughout the North Woods, and now that temperatures are dipping below freezing at night and the first bit of snow has fallen, this is a reminder that winter …
The Unified Lower Eagle River Chain of Lakes Commission (ULERCLC) will meet Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. to discuss Eurasian water milfoil in the Eagle River Chain of Lakes. Eddie Heath, …
The Eagle River City Council discussed implementation of impact fees on large developments during its Nov. 11 meeting. The purpose of these fees would be to help offset the road repair costs …
Two long-term employees for Vilas County were tearfully recognized during last Wednesday’s board of supervisors meeting at the courthouse. Sheriff Joseph Fath, who announced his retirement …
Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) is teaming up with police and sheriff’s departments across northeast and north central Wisconsin to warn everyone of a sharp increase in utility scam attempts …
The Eagle River Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting later this month and invites the public to attend. The meeting will take place Thursday, Nov. 20, at 4 p.m. at the Walter E. …
Approximately 40 people gathered at ArtStart in Rhinelander late last month to hear about a plan to permanently end gerrymandering in Wisconsin by establishing an independent commission to draw …
Electors in the Town of Three Lakes will have their say on a proposed $500,000 increase to the town’s tax levy for the upcoming 2026 budget during a public hearing and special town meeting …
The Town of Washington is seeking a one-time increase to its 2025 tax levy in order to pay for its share of a new Pierce ladder truck for the Eagle River Fire Department. According to …
The Unified Lower Eagle River Chain of Lakes Commission (ULERCLC) will meet Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. to discuss Eurasian water milfoil in the Eagle River Chain of Lakes. …
At more than a century old, the Eagle River Cemetery is in need of some TLC and is turning to members of the public to help fund the necessary upgrades. Part of the efforts put forth by the …
Vilas County will be the focus of Discover Wisconsin’s newest episode set to begin streaming this Wednesday, Nov. 12. Host Andrew Boehlke will take an unforgettable winter adventure during …
Residents in the town of Phelps are facing a proposed 17.41% increase in the tax levy as part of the upcoming 2026 budget. The increase would raise the total amount collected from taxpayers from …
Vilas County’s proposed budget for 2026 was unanimously approved and adopted by the county’s board of supervisors late last month. Vilas County Finance Director Darcy Smith presented …
A homeless veteran in Vilas County nearly missed a recovery program because there was no one to care for their dog. The Veterans Resource Center (VRC) in Eagle River stepped in, covering boarding …
As colder temperatures arrive in the North Woods, winter heating costs are expected to remain at a similar rate as they were last year for the region, predicts Wisconsin Public Service (WPS). This is …
The Wisconsin DNR is again encouraging hunters to donate Wisconsin-harvested deer through the DNR’s Deer Donation Program. The program helps stock food pantries and supports residents in need …