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January 14th, 2026

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1700 pounds of clothing donations turns into funding for NATH Frederick Place
Posted 14 days ago
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Winchester to open town roads to ATV & UTVs after board vote on Monday
Posted 14 days ago
WJFW
LDF Tribe: 'We do not support or cooperate with ICE'
Posted 14 days ago
WJFW
Wisconsin Act 73 alcohol regulations and rules effect on wedding barns, venues
Posted 14 days ago
WJFW
Radon levels in buildings may increase in January
Posted 14 days ago
WJFW
Bayfield invites visitors to slow down, look up during new winter event
Posted 14 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Ashland man charged with drug-related offenses
Posted 14 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Washburn vigil honors Minneapolis mother killed by ICE
Posted 14 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Barnes vows no budget without BadgerCare expansion at Ashland campaign stop
Posted 14 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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January 13th, 2026

Some Wisconsin Act 73 alcohol regulations and rules went into effect January 1st
Posted 15 days ago
WJFW
GoFundMe started to help Crandon area girl in hospital
Posted 15 days ago
WJFW
Skier dies after hitting tree at Granite Peak Sunday
Posted 15 days ago
WJFW
Local economy sees boost from 25th Vintage World Championship Snowmobile races
Posted 15 days ago
WJFW
AI hearing aids: The new development helping people hear with Artificial intelligence
Posted 15 days ago
WJFW
North Lakeland Discovery Center teaches harvesting medicine from pine trees
Posted 15 days ago
WJFW

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January 12th, 2026

Ride with the Cup hosts two-day ride this Thursday and Friday
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
North Lakeland Discovery Center teaches harvesting medicine from pine trees
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
Boulder Junction Community Church remodeling historic parsonage into gathering spot for community
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
Local economy sees boost 25th Vintage World Championship Snowmobile races
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
Northwoods natural resources station holds student research presentations on local ecology
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
Park Falls tavern holds second annual ice fishing contest in honor of the Birchell Family
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
Ducks Unlimited-Lakeland chapter holds banquet and raffle for wetland conservation
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
Portage County man charged with first degree sexual assault of a child stemming from Amber Alert
Posted 16 days ago
WJFW
Laughing Fox to share Native American stories and songs at Hunt Hill's soup lunch
Posted 16 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Bad River tribal member pens book about importance of love
Posted 16 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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January 11th, 2026

Twenty-fifth Vintage World Championship Snowmobile Races boosts local economy
Posted 17 days ago
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Democrat Gubernatorial candidate Kelda Roys shares her priorities for Wisconsin's future
Posted 17 days ago
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January 10th, 2026

The Big Dipper holds its second annual ice fishing contest in honor of the Birchell Family
Posted 18 days ago
WJFW
Widespread protests against ICE occur in the Northwoods
Posted 18 days ago
WJFW
Rhinelander Packers fan starts petition against NFL streaming-only games
Posted 18 days ago
WJFW
Eagle River man brings Pankration to Australia
Posted 18 days ago
WJFW
Finding connection in the prime of life: St. Germain Prime Timers
Posted 18 days ago
WJFW
Wisconsin teen who killed prison guard in fistfight pleads guilty but claims mental illness
Posted 18 days ago
WJFW
Northwood Tech awards $183,832 in spring scholarships
Posted 18 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Former Northland College faculty work to continue its mission by forming micro-college
Posted 18 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Rhinelander Packers fan starts petition against NFL streaming-only games
Posted 18 days ago
WJFW

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January 9th, 2026

Lincoln County Humane Society takes in 40 cats over this past weekend
Posted 19 days ago
WJFW
Truth Initiative encourages quitting smokers on "You Got This Day"
Posted 19 days ago
WJFW
Wisconsin teen who killed prison guard in fistfight pleads guilty but claims mental illness
Posted 19 days ago
WJFW
Heavy police presence in Three Lakes Thursday night for possible homicide call
Posted 19 days ago
WJFW
Wisconsinites offer perspectives on US action in Venezuela
Posted 19 days ago
WJFW
Beyond Tribute Project preserves exhibit representing Wisconsin native tribes
Posted 19 days ago
WJFW

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January 8th, 2026

Beyond Tribute project preserves exhibit representing Wisconsin native tribes
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
Tomahawk BP starts donations for kids in foster family
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
Plum Lake volunteer awarded AEMT of the year by Wisconsin EMS Association
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
Vintage World Championship Snowmobile Derby kicks off 25th race at famed Eagle River track
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
Dwindling markets affecting logging industry, but loggers look to new products for viability
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
DNR trying to improve trout habitats in Forest & Florence counties
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
Oneida County conducting research to classify lake health
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
Small team of volunteers takes down Lights of the Northwoods
Posted 20 days ago
WJFW
Ashland nurse wins DAISY Award
Posted 20 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Washburn store sells $100,000 lottery ticket
Posted 20 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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January 7th, 2026

Small team of volunteers takes down Lights of the Northwoods
Posted 21 days ago
WJFW
DNR efforts to improve trout habitats in Forest & Florence counties
Posted 21 days ago
WJFW
Oneida County conducting research to classify lake health & stressors
Posted 21 days ago
WJFW
Hodag Dome continues annual Winter Walking Challenge
Posted 21 days ago
WJFW
Preservation efforts underway for World's Largest Penny in Woodruff
Posted 21 days ago
WJFW
Speed-friending event at Ashland bookstore helps adults combat loneliness
Posted 21 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Feeding the community on Christmas
Posted 21 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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January 6th, 2026

Preservation efforts underway for world's largest penny
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
Consignment shop owner encourages secondhand shopping to reduce pollution from fast fashion
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
'We're all disheartened': Eagle River ice castle not happening in 2026, affecting local businesses
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
Boulder Junction Public Library hosts beginner-friendly events, games like Mahjong
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
Students raise $3,000 for Rhinelander Area Food Pantry over holiday season
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
Lincoln County home total loss after fire festers for four hours before igniting
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
Woman held against will in vehicle for five hours before escaping Sunday in Park Falls
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
Wausau artist helps lead effort to use bottle caps for art
Posted 22 days ago
WJFW
Late December blizzard dumps up to 14 inches of snow on Bay Area
Posted 22 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Making Christmas count
Posted 22 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Bay Area rings in 2026 with music and dancing
Posted 22 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
New face joins Ashland Fire Department, staff gain experience
Posted 22 days ago
Ashland Daily Press

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January 5th, 2026

Boulder Junction Public Library hosts beginner-friendly events like mahjong
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Aspirus Rhinelander upgrades 3D mammography machine to detect breast cancer sooner
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Wet, heavy snow creates challenges for Northwoods ski trail groomers
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Residents make a splash by raising money for local organizations
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Local artists on display at Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Speck DeByle's legacy found in Hodag Sports Club's new venue
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
No Eagle River ice castle this winter, fire department says
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Local Rhinelander artists head downtown for fresh 2026 photos
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Northwoods tavern hosts winter bags tournament for Tomahawk homeless shelter
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
TNT Speedway in Three Lakes hosts ice racing series
Posted 23 days ago
WJFW
Local Rhinelander artists hit downtown to take a new year photos
Posted 23 days ago
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January 4th, 2026

Speck DeByle's legacy found in Hodag Sports Club's new venue
Posted 24 days ago
WJFW
Residents jump into frozen lake to raise money for organizations
Posted 24 days ago
WJFW
After snowmobile crash into massive ice heave, Phelps Snowmobile Club encourages safety
Posted 24 days ago
WJFW
'It's just so enjoyable': Tourists talk making way to Northwoods for snowmobile season
Posted 24 days ago
WJFW
TNT Speedway in Three Lakes hosts ice racing series
Posted 24 days ago
WJFW

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January 3rd, 2026

Northwoods shops see increased sales, foot traffic with more early winter snowfall
Posted 25 days ago
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Vilas County adding beacon lights to lake access points for added snowmobile safety
Posted 25 days ago
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January 2nd, 2026

Phelps Snowmobile Club encourages safety after crash on massive ice heave
Posted 26 days ago
WJFW
"It makes winter go quicker": Talking to the tourists of snowmobile season
Posted 26 days ago
WJFW
Lincoln County Zone 4 snowmobile trails prepare to open
Posted 26 days ago
WJFW
Small business owners expect to pay double for employee health insurance after expiration of ACA tax credits
Posted 26 days ago
WJFW
Northwoods fitness centers ready to welcome people with New Year's resolution goals
Posted 26 days ago
WJFW
The Grinch plays virtual golf, other games in Ashland
Posted 26 days ago
Ashland Daily Press
Rib Mountain State Park holds free first day hike
Posted 26 days ago
WJFW

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January 1st, 2026

How premium tax credits for the Affordable Care Act is affecting a local farmer
Posted 27 days ago
WJFW
Northwoods business owners spill their New Year's resolutions
Posted 27 days ago
WJFW
1 dead, 1 injured after Wood County crash involving plow truck
Posted 27 days ago
WJFW
Cable UCC’s 2nd Chapter Christmas Sale
Posted 27 days ago
Ashland Daily Press