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RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW) - Pickleball is a rapidly growing sport in the country. Some people describe as a cross between tennis and ping pong. Driving the sports growth is its accessibility to all ages. The Rhinelander Area Pickleball Group held its last summer gathering at Pioneer Park yesterday. It was part of a series of lessons to introduce more people to the sport.

The Rhinelander city police department confirmed an ongoing investigation as to the destruction of PFAS testing equipment on the grounds of the Rhinelander Oneida County Airport. Matthew Leitner, airport director of Rhinelander Oneida County Airport recently discovered two unmarked tubes along the fenceline at the airport. "Someone came out with...

Although the humidity will make a bit more uncomfortable, the heat index will only be a couple degrees higher than the actual air temperature. Gov. Evers says A.G. may challenge 1849 abortion ban. Updated: 11 hours ago. If Roe is struck down, Wisconsin's abortion ban passed 173 years ago is...

There are several campgrounds in the Lake Tomahawk area that stay busy throughout the summer. About a decade ago, Indian Mound and Clear Lake campgrounds north of town were connected by a paved bike trail. The plan all along had been to connect that trail to businesses in Lake Tomahawk...

Margie Rychlock has seen a lot of wonder over the past 13 years. “Lots of imagination play goes on here," said Rychlock. Although she didn’t grow up at the Northwoods Children's Museum in Eagle River like a lot of kids, she feels completely at home. “The museum is just...

2022 marks the 65th year of Boulder Junction’s Musky Jamboree weekend! Come celebrate with us!. Musky Jamboree weekend festivities include: Street Party with Hip Pocket (a fan-favorite, funk/soul band), Musky Fun Run (a friendly 5k & 10k competition, including a kid’s 1k & 100yard dash), Musky Jamboree Arts and Crafts Show (over 100 art & craft vendors), the 30th Annual Musky Jam car show, kid’s games, and more!

Hazel Marion (Kuhnert) Kell, died Sunday, June 19, 2022, at the Aspirus Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff, WI. Hazel was born August 14, 1930 and was the daughter of Emma Zahrt and Robert Kuhnert. Hazel married Wilbert A. Kell on June 11, 1955, at Zion Lutheran Church in the town of Easton. The couple celebrated 56 loving years together. Hazel worked at GTE Telephone Co, farmed, and worked at Lemke’s Cheese Co.

RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW) - The Fourth of July is just around the corner, full of patriotism, grilling outs, and fireworks. Some fireworks stores are struggling with supply right now ahead of the fourth, but not all of them. By Request fireworks is one of many stores preparing for the fourth, and they say that placing orders early helped them stay ahead of any supply issues.

Evidence revealed at the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection shows that an aide for U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson told former Vice President Mike Pence’s staff that the Republican from Wisconsin wanted to hand-deliver fake elector votes from Wisconsin and Michigan. Then, Gov. Tony Evers issued an executive order yesterday banning gasoline price gouging in Wisconsin. And Eagle River’s downtown is taking off. In the last two years it has seen 26 new businesses.

IRON RIVER — Exciting things are happening for students at Stambaugh Elementary School, as there is a new initiative called “Every Child Every Month,” which puts a brand-new book in each student’s hands each month. According to the press release, data shows that children without access...

On Saturday, June 18, 2022, loving father, caring brother, and cherished friend, Harlyn Jensen, peacefully passed away after a year-long battle with cancer. Harlyn born April 30, 1942, reached his 80th birthday and celebrated with friends and family, a much hoped for milestone. Harlyn “Hunk” grew up in Rhinelander and...

"There’s a tremendous amount of people looking to move to Rhinelander. Whether it’s job opportunities, potentially retirement situations, but really across the spectrum," said Zach Vruwink. The Northwoods is a beautiful place to call home and Rhinelander City administrator Zach Vruwink knows more and more people are starting...

Rhinelander, Wis. (WJFW) - Many people like to spend the summer at the pool or the beach, but a shortage of lifeguards means this summer could be less safe. Lifeguards are often advanced swimmers who have received training through the Red Cross or other swimming programs. Their main purpose is...

Even going back just a few years ago, your image of a downtown area in any given Northwoods city might be more empty storefronts than filled ones, a lack of people walking the sidewalks, or maybe even just a place for tourists. But that image has slowly been changing, especially...

IRON RIVER — The class of 1977 is planning to hold its 45th Class Reunion on July 2 at 6 p.m. at the Stambaugh Legion. Riverside pizzas will be ordered and cost for the night is dependent upon number of attendees. A cash bar will be available. Donations of...

RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW)- The Pine Lake Fire Department is finishing up construction on their second station, adding a new addition almost entirely funded by donations and fund raisers. The construction of public sectors can help provide emergency support more quickly to different parts of area, and with the construction of...

RHINELANDER, Wis. (WJFW)- Shepard Dog Park is a popular spot for dog owners to allow their pets to roam leash free without leaving the city. Sadly one of the park's creators passed away last year. Tina Taege Werres helped establish the park and was a beloved member of the community....