Kathy Schmitz, the executive director of the Vilas County Economic Development Corporation (VCEDC), has announced her retirement at the end of 2026, concluding more than six years of leadership that …
Although the Riverside Park was not on the agenda for Vilas County board’s Aug. 25 meeting, the topic still managed to make an appearance — first via the public comment portion of the meeting and …
As the last hurrah of summer arrives this Labor Day weekend, the Wisconsin DNR reminds all boaters to share the water and boat safely on waterways. Wisconsin’s waters are enjoyed by swimmers, …
The Vilas County Board of Supervisors took action on a number of resolutions included on the August meeting agenda, as well as heard from community leaders on topics that are important to the county …
From now through Sept. 7, Wisconsin State Patrol will be working alongside local law enforcement agencies to prevent impaired driving through the Labor Day holiday weekend with the annual Drive Sober …
As people head north to spend the unofficial final weekend of summer in Headwaters Country, travelers should be aware of some road construction projects that are still underway. State …
The Eagle River Police Department has announced the official launch of the Eagle River Professional Police Association (ERPPA), a new 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization designed to support local …
We might only be just out of August, but local governments are already getting started on budgets for 2027. That was the case at the Aug. 25 Vilas County Board of Supervisors meeting, with lengthy …
A limited number of tickets are still available for the Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club’s 2026 cash raffle which offers up a chance for one lucky winner to take home the top $10,000 prize. The …
The Vilas County Public Health Department (VCPHD) has issued a health advisory, effective immediately (Wednesday, Sept. 2), for Big Arbor Vitae Lake Beach, located on the northeast shoreline of Big …
The City of Eagle River began reconstruction of four alleys and a parking lot within the downtown commercial district on Aug. 31. The project is intended to improve local infrastructure and will …
Vilas County deputies responded to a reported structure fire at approximately 2:30 a.m. the morning of Aug. 26 near Bethel Drive in Arbor Vitae. Although there were no injuries, the structure was …
The Northland Pines varsity cross country team ran at the Hodag Invitational last Thursday, and six runners from the boys and girls teams placed inside the top 35 of their respective divisions. …
A 75-year-old male boat operator died from an unknown medical event after his boat capsized on Sumach Lake in the town of Arbor Vitae on Sunday. Vilas County Dispatch received a call at …
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved a landmark 1,252-acre working forest conservation easement in Vilas County during its Aug. 13 meeting. The board voted unanimously to acquire …
Forward Bank has announced the start of a remodeling project at its future Eagle River location at 5035 Highway 70 W. The investment marks an important step in the bank’s continued commitment …
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 19th annual Chain O’ Lakes Chapter Ruffed Grouse Society Conservation Banquet, set for Thursday, Sept. 17. The event will be …
Cooler nights and quieter streets are a sign of the times that back-to-school has arrived. Area school districts are preparing for the start of the 2026-27 school year. Northland Pines and …
Gearheads, classic car enthusiasts, and Saturday cruisers should get ready for this Saturday’s 46th annual Eagle River Car and Truck Show, hosted by the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce. …
For more than two decades, the painted plow blade outside the Town of Washington garage has served as a recognizable roadside landmark. Originally painted by art students from Northland Pines …