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Tannie and Jim Bragiel protected their woodlands near the Deerskin River east of Eagle River with a perpetual land protection agreement granted to the Northwoods Land Trust. (submitted photo)
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Young Hanna Gering enjoyed the activities offered by Darcy Miller of the Family Resource Connection at the United Way kick-off.
(Photo: Sue Schneider)
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United Way has been part of the Northwoods for over 30 years. Sue Schneider explains how this year's goal will again help bring together area donors with local community service organizations.
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Fairs are always about kids. Here is Abbey Dall with her kids Ashlynn and Alex in front of her restaurant's (TravelAire) food booth.
(Photo: Ruth Sproull)
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The Oneida County Fair has never been more accessible. It's smack in the middle of Rhinelander this year, at Pioneer Park. Opening ceremonies took place this morning. The fair runs through Sunday night.
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Liberty Tax Service float
(Photo: Sarah Juon)
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A slideshow of today's 4th of July parade in Rhinelander. Update 7/5/09: Float winners reported.
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Front runners on the Spring Lake Raod loop.
(Photo: Sarah Juon)
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The Hodag Run For Your Life race charged up the streets of Rhinelander this morning with a 5K and 10K race, as well as the Chase the Hodag Kids Run around the courthouse.
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DRI volunteers gathered at Pat's Tavern for a simple lunch of brats and chips.
(Photo: Ruth Sproull)
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Downtown Rhinelander Inc. honored 50 volunteers with a downtown picnic, held yesterday at Pat's Tavern on Brown Street.
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Troop #672, weeding the mint garden.
(Photo: Sarah Juon)
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Cub Scout Pack #672 in Rhinelander is continuing its work on an official Monarch Waystation, planting nectar-producing plants and milkweed, hoping to provide a place where the monarchs can lay their eggs and nourish their bodies. Video included.
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Honorees, from left, front, are Emily Pudlo, Brittany Williams, Caitlin Kauzlaric, Claire Sislo, Elizabeth Bowen, Katrina Thorsen and Marki Champine; in back, are Cody Hochstetler, Ben Welnetz, Jordan Falci, Nathan Grmick and Jordan Leitner.
(Photo: Sarah Juon)
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The YMCA of the Northwoods held its 4th annual Teen Character Awards Banquet tonight, honoring 20 area youth. Video included.
Potawatomi Community Development Corporation and the Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes team up on April 25 for the Bright Future project. They will promote energy efficiency and recycling in Antigo, Crandon, Eagle River, Rhinelander and Tomahawk. Time are given here.
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Michelle Smith-Grage, owner of Latitudes, with her assistant Debbie Laddisure wearing 'redikulus' glasses.
(Photo: Ruth Sproull)
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Rhinelander's Brown Street was cordoned off all day Wendesday and alive with shoppers, kids, food, hot sales and street music.
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Taleah O'Malley won the bike donated by Al Jozwiak of Bikes 'n Boards.
(Photo: Ruth Sproull)
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About 80 kids participated in the Children's Bike Rodeo last week, and five lucky kids each received a free bicycle. New photos added 7/1/09.
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Kicking Off 2009 Relay for Life at the Rhinelander High School stadium in Rhinelander.
(Photo: Jackie Cody)
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A photo slide show of the 2009 Relay For Life, held in Rhinelander June 19-20, and a video of the Lady Be a Dude contest. Updated 9:15 a.m., 6/22/09.
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From left, are Ryan Keen, Shopko Customer Service Manager; Bill Babiash, Shopko Store Manager; Caryn Ruetten; Tracy Beckman, United Way Executive Director; Brian Miron, Shopko General Merchandise Manager; and Tom Roberts, Shopko Loss Prevention Manager.
(Photo: Submitted photo)
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Northwoods United Way is the recipient of a 2009 Spring Shopko Teammate Community Service Grant for $1,000, thanks to employee Caryn Ruetten.
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The Memorial Day Service in Rhinelander was graced by beautiful weather and good attendance.
(Photo: Sarah Juon)
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World War II POWs Glenn Johnson and Jim Pelletier were honored at the Memorial Day Ceremonies in Rhinelander. Captain Terry McCloskey was the guest speaker. Videos included.
Downtown Rhinelander Inc. wins three awards for 2008 from the Wisconsin Department of Commerce at its 19th annual Wisconsin Main Street Awards, held in Wausau.
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The Personal Essential Pantry will feature a range of personal and household items. Barb Oestreicher is co-chair of the pantry.
(Photo: Sarah Juon)
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The Personal Essentials Pantry opens Saturday, April 25, at First Methodist Church in Rhinelander. It is only the second pantry of its kind in Wisconsin. Donations of items and financial contributions are welcome.
