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February 18th, 2026

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Police name man accused of stealing ambulance, leading police on 18-mile chase with patient inside
Posted about 2 hours ago
WJFW
Photos: Fat-tire cyclists compete in Bike Across the Bay
Posted about 3 hours ago
Ashland Daily Press
Meet the guardian of Madeline Island’s ice road
Posted about 3 hours ago
Ashland Daily Press
Washburn council passes resolution expressing sympathy towards Minneapolis
Posted about 3 hours ago
Ashland Daily Press
New Ashland water intake pipe operating successfully after construction repairs
Posted about 6 hours ago
Ashland Daily Press
Gleason family turns grief into generosity with cupcake fundraiser to help community
Posted about 6 hours ago
WJFW
Thousands flock to witness stunning Apostle Island Ice Caves
Posted about 6 hours ago
WJFW
New head of Oneida County Veterans Service Office appointed after disagreements
Posted about 6 hours ago
WJFW

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February 17th, 2026

Randall Harris Jr. found not guilty in the death of his father
Posted about 18 hours ago
WJFW
Vilas County ADRC hosts Qi Gong mediatation seminar
Posted about 18 hours ago
WJFW
Gleason family starts yearly cupcake fundraiser after personal tragedy
Posted about 18 hours ago
WJFW
Tomahawk FCCLA Students attend first Capital Leadership Conference
Posted about 18 hours ago
WJFW
Apostle Island Ice Caves bring in visitors from near and far
Posted about 18 hours ago
WJFW
Jury begins deliberations in trial for man charged with killing his father
Posted about 20 hours ago
WJFW
District 7 candidate Paul Wassgren visits local business in Schofield ahead of November election
Posted about 22 hours ago
WJFW
ArtStart hosting a suicide prevention workshop session this week
Posted about 22 hours ago
WJFW
Community unites at St. Germain Radar Run to raise funds for breast cancer awareness and research
Posted about 22 hours ago
WJFW
Community invited to help create mosaic for Vaughn Avenue Bridge
Posted 1 day ago
Ashland Daily Press
Ice caves open for first time in 11 years
Posted 1 day ago
Ashland Daily Press
'The kid lives in a bowling alley': Three Lakes bowler prepares for state tournament
Posted 1 day ago
WJFW
Firefighters save man stranded after he falls through ice by Alexander Hydro Dam in Merrill Monday
Posted 1 day ago
WJFW
Washburn HS students donate to The BRICK
Posted 1 day ago
Ashland Daily Press
Book Across the Bay draws field of more than 2,000
Posted 1 day ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 16th, 2026

St. Germain Radar & Bikini Run breaks fundraising record for Breast Cancer research
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Artstart will be hosting a suicide prevention workshop session this week
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Lakeland Union fosters connections for student career readiness with community breakfast
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Randall Harris Jr. testifies on Day 6 of his trial
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Biofuel plant legislation advances through assembly public hearing
Posted 2 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Winter fun in Rhinelander: Snowshoeing event brings people of all ages to Long Lake trail
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW
Competition and Camaraderie: Community spirit shines through at Merrill Ice Drags
Posted 2 days ago
WJFW

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February 15th, 2026

Wisconsin DNR discusses tribal spearing and bag limits in fish management talk.
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
New suicide loss support group in St. Germain
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
HAVEN raises awareness for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Defense calls witnesses on Day 5 of Randall Harris Jr's trial
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW
Former Northland College faculty members prepare to launch microcollege program
Posted 3 days ago
WJFW

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February 13th, 2026

New Suicide Loss Support Group in St. Germain
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Three Lakes bowler prepares for state tournament
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Defense calls witnesses on day five of Randall Harris Jr's trial
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Proposed bill aims to set statewide standard for wake boating, surfing activity
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Local man overcomes addiction struggles, becomes licensed substance abuse counselor
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Mercer town board delays decision on wake boat ban, will collaborate with other townships
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Franchise operating Ashland Burger King faces record child labor violations
Posted 5 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Curling soars in popularity in Rhinelander community
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
2 injured in Vilas County crash involving four vehicles on Wednesday afternoon
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
Mercer Town Board holds public comment meeting on proposped wake boat ban on the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage
Posted 5 days ago
WJFW
GOP votes to reduce conservation program funding
Posted 5 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 6 days ago
WJFW
Bill regulating wake surfing introduced to Wisconsin lawmakers
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Former Vilas County homeless man becomes a practicing substance abuse counselor
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Experts take the stand on Day 4 of Randall Harris Jr's second trial
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Man dies after snowmobile rollover in Antigo
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Dramatic testimony on Day 3 of second trial for Harris Jr.
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Town of Sherman proposes wake boat ban on Turtle Flambeau Flowage
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Endangered Resource Fund aids in conservation efforts across Wisconsin
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Antigo basketball team's season in question amidst players quitting, suspended and coaching departures
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
Driver with revoked license pleads guilty to 9th OWI
Posted 6 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Ashland girl battling leukemia raises funds for cancer research
Posted 6 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Forensic pathologist who changed his mind takes stand on Day 3 of Harris Jr. trial
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
DNR reminds public about Endangered Resource Fund
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
United Way of Marathon County, City of Wausau celebrates National 211 Day
Posted 6 days ago
WJFW
40-acre parcel inside Copper Falls secured for permanent protection
Posted 6 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 11th, 2026

2026 State of the Tribes address held in Madison Tuesday
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Forensic pathologist who changed his mind takes stand on Day three
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Changing fashion world has caused dry cleaners to adapt
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Two candidates for the 2026 Unified School Board of Antigo primary prepare for voting day
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Randall Harris Jr. in Wood County Court for Day 2 of his second trial
Posted 7 days ago
WJFW
Rhinelander Republican enters congressional race as moderate alternative
Posted 7 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 8 days ago
WJFW
Randall Harris Jr. in court for Day 2 of his second trial
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Northern Pines Sled Dog Race draws record crowd in seventh year
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport highlights local artwork
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Ashland pastor writes children's book inspired by Jesus, Buddha
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Local basket weaver's creations on display at AHS
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Students working on the future design of snowmobiles
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
Foxes frolic alongside Madeline Island ferry
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Let's go fly a kite
Posted 8 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
School District of Crandon to ask voters for $1.25 million of funding in April election
Posted 8 days ago
WJFW
International snowmobile design competition hosted in Eagle River
Posted 8 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 9 days ago
WJFW
International snowmobile design competition hosted in Eagle River
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Rhinelander elementary school locked down for 45 minutes Monday
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Holiday Acres resort launches performance series, hosts New York jazz group
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Friends of R.D. Pike Building to hold online auction
Posted 9 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Antigo middle school boys basketball player gets invited to play in Europe
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
Pelican Lake Association enjoys more success at Winterfest this year
Posted 9 days ago
WJFW
New commercial kitchen coming to Red Cliff
Posted 9 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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February 8th, 2026

Blackwell Job Corps receives 2025 Job Corps Fire and Aviation Program of the Year Award
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
Rhinelander church gives donation to support kids and teens
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
Northland College closure creates void in Ashland as that 'gathering space is gone in the community'
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW
Demmer Memorial Library in Three Lakes hosting Nintendo Wii Winter games
Posted 10 days ago
WJFW

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February 7th, 2026

Beloved K-9 Parker retires from Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office
Posted 11 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Dolly Parton Imagination Library launches in Vilas County
Posted 11 days ago
WJFW
How rising property taxes are impacting Northwoods residents
Posted 11 days ago
WJFW

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February 6th, 2026

Antigo middle school boys basketball player gets invited to play in Europe
Posted 12 days ago
WJFW
Eagle River Elementary School hosts free screening for children
Posted 12 days ago
WJFW
Dolly Parton Imagination Library launches in Vilas County
Posted 12 days ago
WJFW
Demmer Library in Three Lakes hosting Nintendo Wii Winter games through February 21
Posted 12 days ago
WJFW
How rising property taxes are impacting Northwoods residents
Posted 12 days ago
WJFW
Blackwell Job Corps receives 2025 Job Corps Fire and Aviation Program of the Year Award
Posted 12 days ago
WJFW
Former Merrill mayor Derek Woellner running for post again
Posted 12 days ago
WJFW