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February 20th, 2026

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Rhinelander boxers opened Hodag Den gym to bring sport to community
Posted about 3 hours ago
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Marathon County Historical Society new archive center inches closer to completion
Posted about 3 hours ago
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Culver's in Rhinelander celebrates 25th anniversary
Posted about 7 hours ago
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CAT RESCUE: Eagle River family reunited with missing cat found 40 feet up in tree
Posted about 7 hours ago
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February 19th, 2026

"Your process is flawed" Residents of Rome reject solar farm, blame the PSC
Posted about 21 hours ago
WJFW
Amateur boxers open up training gym to spread their love of the sport in the Northwoods
Posted about 21 hours ago
WJFW
Marathon County Historical Society new archive center getting closer to completion
Posted about 21 hours ago
WJFW
New Candidate for Wisconsin 7th Congressional District race
Posted about 23 hours ago
WJFW
St. Paul's UCC in Wausau offers weekly food pantry again thanks to community support.
Posted about 23 hours ago
WJFW
Almond mom reaches plea deal in Amber Alert case involving sex offender
Posted about 23 hours ago
WJFW
Naked man who stole ambulance in Wood County faces litany of charges, court records say
Posted about 23 hours ago
WJFW
Amherst man in custody after violating bail conditions stemming from threats toward school employee
Posted about 23 hours ago
WJFW
NTC partners with local fire department to address shortage of emergency workers
Posted 1 day ago
WJFW
Republican candidate Kevin Hermening announces candidacy for 7th Congressional District
Posted 1 day ago
WJFW
Judge upholds DNR permit for Line 5 pipeline reroute
Posted 1 day ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 18th, 2026

Rhinelander sees success on the ice, sending three youth hockey teams to state tournaments
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Wisconsin artist bringing new iron Hodag sculpture to Rhinelander this summer
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
ADRC of Vilas County promotes ancient meditation practice for wellness and relaxation
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
UPDATE: Naked man steals ambulance, leads police on Wood County chase with patient inside, police say
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Communication and leadership skills honed by tomahawk FCCLA members at conference
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Police name man accused of stealing ambulance, leading police on 18-mile chase with patient inside
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Photos: Fat-tire cyclists compete in Bike Across the Bay
Posted 2 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Meet the guardian of Madeline Island’s ice road
Posted 2 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Washburn council passes resolution expressing sympathy towards Minneapolis
Posted 2 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
New Ashland water intake pipe operating successfully after construction repairs
Posted 2 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Gleason family turns grief into generosity with cupcake fundraiser to help community
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Thousands flock to witness stunning Apostle Island Ice Caves
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
New head of Oneida County Veterans Service Office appointed after disagreements
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW

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February 17th, 2026

Randall Harris Jr. found not guilty in the death of his father
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Vilas County ADRC hosts Qi Gong mediatation seminar
Posted 3 days ago
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Gleason family starts yearly cupcake fundraiser after personal tragedy
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Tomahawk FCCLA Students attend first Capital Leadership Conference
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Apostle Island Ice Caves bring in visitors from near and far
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Jury begins deliberations in trial for man charged with killing his father
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
District 7 candidate Paul Wassgren visits local business in Schofield ahead of November election
Posted 3 days ago
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ArtStart hosting a suicide prevention workshop session this week
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Community unites at St. Germain Radar Run to raise funds for breast cancer awareness and research
Posted 3 days ago
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Community invited to help create mosaic for Vaughn Avenue Bridge
Posted 3 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Ice caves open for first time in 11 years
Posted 3 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
'The kid lives in a bowling alley': Three Lakes bowler prepares for state tournament
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Firefighters save man stranded after he falls through ice by Alexander Hydro Dam in Merrill Monday
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Washburn HS students donate to The BRICK
Posted 3 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Book Across the Bay draws field of more than 2,000
Posted 3 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 16th, 2026

St. Germain Radar & Bikini Run breaks fundraising record for Breast Cancer research
Posted 4 days ago
WJFW
Artstart will be hosting a suicide prevention workshop session this week
Posted 4 days ago
WJFW
Lakeland Union fosters connections for student career readiness with community breakfast
Posted 4 days ago
WJFW
Randall Harris Jr. testifies on Day 6 of his trial
Posted 4 days ago
WJFW
Biofuel plant legislation advances through assembly public hearing
Posted 4 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Winter fun in Rhinelander: Snowshoeing event brings people of all ages to Long Lake trail
Posted 4 days ago
WJFW
Competition and Camaraderie: Community spirit shines through at Merrill Ice Drags
Posted 4 days ago
WJFW

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February 15th, 2026

Wisconsin DNR discusses tribal spearing and bag limits in fish management talk.
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
New suicide loss support group in St. Germain
Posted 5 days ago
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HAVEN raises awareness for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Defense calls witnesses on Day 5 of Randall Harris Jr's trial
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Former Northland College faculty members prepare to launch microcollege program
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW

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February 13th, 2026

New Suicide Loss Support Group in St. Germain
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Three Lakes bowler prepares for state tournament
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Defense calls witnesses on day five of Randall Harris Jr's trial
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Proposed bill aims to set statewide standard for wake boating, surfing activity
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Local man overcomes addiction struggles, becomes licensed substance abuse counselor
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Mercer town board delays decision on wake boat ban, will collaborate with other townships
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Franchise operating Ashland Burger King faces record child labor violations
Posted 7 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Curling soars in popularity in Rhinelander community
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
2 injured in Vilas County crash involving four vehicles on Wednesday afternoon
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Mercer Town Board holds public comment meeting on proposped wake boat ban on the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
GOP votes to reduce conservation program funding
Posted 7 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 12th, 2026

New kiosk at Council Grounds State Park allows easier access to park passes
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Bill regulating wake surfing introduced to Wisconsin lawmakers
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Former Vilas County homeless man becomes a practicing substance abuse counselor
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Experts take the stand on Day 4 of Randall Harris Jr's second trial
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Man dies after snowmobile rollover in Antigo
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Dramatic testimony on Day 3 of second trial for Harris Jr.
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Town of Sherman proposes wake boat ban on Turtle Flambeau Flowage
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Endangered Resource Fund aids in conservation efforts across Wisconsin
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Antigo basketball team's season in question amidst players quitting, suspended and coaching departures
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Driver with revoked license pleads guilty to 9th OWI
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Ashland girl battling leukemia raises funds for cancer research
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Forensic pathologist who changed his mind takes stand on Day 3 of Harris Jr. trial
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
DNR reminds public about Endangered Resource Fund
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
United Way of Marathon County, City of Wausau celebrates National 211 Day
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
40-acre parcel inside Copper Falls secured for permanent protection
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 11th, 2026

2026 State of the Tribes address held in Madison Tuesday
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Forensic pathologist who changed his mind takes stand on Day three
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Changing fashion world has caused dry cleaners to adapt
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Two candidates for the 2026 Unified School Board of Antigo primary prepare for voting day
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Randall Harris Jr. in Wood County Court for Day 2 of his second trial
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Rhinelander Republican enters congressional race as moderate alternative
Posted 9 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 10th, 2026

Two candidates for the 2026 Unified School Board of Antigo primary prepare for voting day
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
Randall Harris Jr. in court for Day 2 of his second trial
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
Northern Pines Sled Dog Race draws record crowd in seventh year
Posted 10 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport highlights local artwork
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
Ashland pastor writes children's book inspired by Jesus, Buddha
Posted 10 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Local basket weaver's creations on display at AHS
Posted 10 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Students working on the future design of snowmobiles
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
Foxes frolic alongside Madeline Island ferry
Posted 10 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Let's go fly a kite
Posted 10 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
School District of Crandon to ask voters for $1.25 million of funding in April election
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
International snowmobile design competition hosted in Eagle River
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW

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February 9th, 2026

School District of Crandon to ask voters for $1.25 million of funding in April election
Posted 11 days ago
WJFW
International snowmobile design competition hosted in Eagle River
Posted 11 days ago
WJFW