Leadership at Camp Jorn YMCA in Manitowish Waters has made the decision to halt public use of its privately-owned Fox Island this season. According to a statement released on social media, the …
Summer has arrived in the Northwoods as days are hitting their peak of the year as the Summer Solstice approaches. It’s hard to believe that in just a few months local families will once again …
Reconstruction work on Sundstein Road is scheduled to begin the week of June 15 and is expected to be completed in late July. According to the Town of Lincoln, the roadwork includes the …
Health departments in Vilas and Oneida counties have begun monitoring public beaches for the 2026 summer season in efforts to keep swimmers and pets safe from bacteria such as E. coli and blue-green …
The Eagle River Area Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire on Golf View Road in the Town of Washington at approximately 4 a.m. on June 9. The department said in a press release …
Northwoods Land Trust (NWLT) is celebrating 25 years of land and water conservation with a special annual meeting and casual social gathering. The annual meeting will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. …
The Eagle River City Council addressed a sweeping agenda at its recent meeting, discussing municipal infrastructure, public safety upgrades, public health debates, and community events. …
This week marks the celebration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day which took place June 15. State agencies including the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection …
A number of important local topics were brought up during the listening session with State Sen. Mary Felzkowski held last Tuesday at the Walter E. Olson Memorial Library in Eagle River. …
More than 100 people gathered at Nicolet College June 4 to voice opposition to the Trump administration’s proposal to rescind the National Roadless Rule, a 2001 regulation protecting 58 million …
National designation recognizes strong commitment to revitalization, positive local impact The Eagle River Revitalization Program (ERRP) was recently designated as a 2026 Affiliate Main Street …
The Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) Foundation is building on its support for local first responders working to keep communities safe. The foundation is providing $75,000 to help police, fire and …
Drivers and other members of the public are asked to help turtles by slowing down on roadways, reporting crossings and protecting nests during turtle nesting season. With warmer weather upon us, …
Vilas County Land and Water Department is hosting a series of upcoming events throughout the rest of June and into the summer, including boat washings and Clean Boats Clean Waters (CBCW) training. …
LAND O’ LAKES — Less than 1% of Wisconsin’s original old-growth forest remains. These rare, centuries-old ecosystems — defined by towering canopy trees, large fallen logs, rich soils and …
Three local nonprofits will receive tourism promotion and development grants from the Eagle River Area Room Tax Commission, a consortium of the City of Eagle River and the towns of Washington and …
The Northland Pines School District announced last week that work on the track at Northland Pines High School started June 8 and that the track will be closed for the remainder of the summer. …
After a closed-session debate, the Vilas County Board of Supervisors voted to increase compensation for county Finance Director Darcy Smith during its May meeting. Smith was hired for the …
The attorney for the Town of Lincoln is pushing back against claims that the town board violated constitutional rights and state laws when it voted to suspend public meeting discussions regarding the …
Craft beer enthusiasts will gather in Eagle River on Saturday, June 13, to sample the best suds the Midwest has to offer as Up North BeerFest returns to Hi-Pines Campground. The event features …