On January 1, 2026, the Friends of Mountain Fire Department and the Mountain Fire Department received new Stop and Slow signs. These signs were provided by FOMFD as part of ongoing support…
Dog owners: Wolf injures two hunting dogs in Mountain
On Dec. 30, 2025, USDA-Wildlife Services verified a wolf injured two hunting dogs in the town of Mountain, Oconto County. Dog owners are reminded to exercise caution in wolf-occupied areas, especially those…
Oh, baby! Emplify Health shares top newborn names of 2025
Finding the perfect name for a new baby is on every expecting parent’s to-do list. For those in need of some inspiration, Emplify Health has compiled its top baby names from 2025….
Karaoke with DJ Cruz at Bailey’s Pour Haus Saturday, Jan. 10
It’s karaoke with DJ Cruz at Bailey’s Pour Haus on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 7:00 pm – close. Also, Penalty Flag Game during the Packers game. Follow this link for more…
Breed Sportsman’s Club’s Fishing Jamboree Sat. Jan. 24
The Breed Sportsman’s Club is hosting a Fishing Jamboree on Saturday, January 24, 2026, starting at 11:00 am. Prizes for length include $25 for first place and $15 for second place in Northern,…
Registration opens Jan. 5, 2026 for YMCA’s Camp Nan a Bo Sho in Lakewood
At YMCA of the Fox Cities’ Camp Nan a Bo Sho in Lakewood they are committed to being a welcoming, and inclusive space where everyone has an opportunity to reach their full…
Nutritious meal program available for area seniors
The Northwoods Community Assistance Coalition is proud to work in conjunction with Linda McEwen, current Meals on Wheels Site Manager in Wabeno, to bring you continued meals and friendship. The program is…
Long Branch Saloon to celebrate Grand Re-Opening on Feb. 1, 2026
The reconstruction of the Long Branch Saloon is well underway and they will be celebrating their Grand Re-Opening on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 9:00 am. The Long Branch Saloon is located…
Make New Year’s resolutions you can succeed at
With Christmas in the rearview mirror, many people are setting their sights on the new year, and with that, the resolutions they make to improve their quality of life. However, if you…
WI Receives $203 Million in Federal funding to support health care in rural Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has received a first-year award from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for $203,670,005 as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. In November, DHS applied…
Lakewood Fire Department retires tanker
Following decades of dedicated service to the Lakewood Fire Department since 1986, the department’s tanker concluded its final assignment at the station on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. This vehicle has consistently supported…
Is your fire number visible?
The Riverview Fire Department would like to remind residents that, during the winter months, fire address numbers may become obscured by wet snow. Ensuring these signs are visible can facilitate prompt emergency…
Vets 4 Vets to award Quilts of Valor at Military Night Jan. 9
Vets 4 Vets of Northeast Wisconsin is honored to award Quilts of Valor to the Honored Oconto County Veterans after the boys varsity game at the upcoming Suring vs Gillett basketball game…
Fundraising efforts help Lakewood Volunteer Fire Dept acquire new equipment
The Lakewood Volunteer Fire Department recently secured new equipment thanks to fundraising. Special thanks go to Lakewood SuperValu for their round-up donation, which will help buy protective gear soon. Published on: Dec…