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After Trying Fish Boils Across Door County, This Ephraim Restaurant Stuck With Us

The servers here will de-bone your whitefish right at the table. That alone made me sit up, because fish bones are usually your problem, not theirs. The cooking happens outside over an open wood fire. A Boil Master tells stories while a giant kettle bubbles away. Then comes the boil...

Door County, WI · 4d
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Menominee grants three conditional marijuana licenses

MENOMINEE — The City of Menominee has granted conditional marijuana retail licenses to three businesses that are built out and prepared to open. “We have started moving forward and have issued a retail license to the following: Highwire Wire Farms, Per I/Urb and Per II/Puff,” City Manager Brett Botbyl stated in an email. He said the licenses are contingent on the businesses passing all state and local inspections, codes, rules and full payment of application fees and/or past due/current taxes. This action comes as the result of a Nov. 3 ballot initiative that saw about 60% of voters approve increasing the number of marijuana licenses from nine to 13. There currently are eight licensed marijuana retailers in the city. All three of the businesses granted conditional licenses took different paths to get to this point. Highwire Farms, 1015 10th St. (corner of 10th Street and 10th Avenue), was part of a 2023 settlement agreement. Puff Cannabis, 2305 10th St. (the former Family Video location), was built out and ready to open last summer but could not get approval from the city. Urb, 1015 26th Ave. (the corner of 10th Street), has been ready to open for more than a year.

Menominee, MI · 1d

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The Deadliest Wildfire in American History

On October 8, 1871, a devastating wildfire swept through northeastern Wisconsin—so devastating, in fact, that the disaster remains the deadliest wildfire in American history. It would later be known as the Peshtigo Fire, with a death toll ranging from 1,200 to 2,500 fatalities. Even with these jarring numbers, the tragedy is largely overshadowed by another event that occurred on the very same night : the Great Chicago Fire. The destruction unfolding around Peshtigo, however, was considerably deadlier. Within hours, homes, businesses, and vast stretches of forest had been consumed, leaving survivors struggling to comprehend what had happened. More than 150 years later, the catastrophe remains a disturbing example of how dangerous wildfires can truly get. A Disaster Years in the Making But how did such a deadly fire even erupt in Peshtigo? The story actually starts way back: long before the fire, Peshtigo had developed into a prosperous lumber town. Sawmills, woodworking factories, and railroad operations supported the local economy. However, it's not difficult to see that these industries also created dangerous conditions —case in point, that it would eventually lead to the most horrific fire in American history. It, of course, didn't help either that northeastern Wisconsin was experiencing

Peshtigo, WI · 1d

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Washington Island Cuts Ribbon on New Gymnasium

The Washington Island School got to show off the capacity of the new Bradley Jordan Memorial Gymnasium at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 7, where attendance was standing room only. Attendees were asked to wear bright blue construction booties over their shoes to avoid scuffing the still-curing gym floor,...

Baileys Harbor, WI · 1d
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Serenity Springs at Scandia Village faces renewed scrutiny over care and staffing

Get the latest reporting delivered directly to your inbox with our free weekly newsletters. This story is part of a series about aging in Door County that Door County Knock is producing this year. Click here for the series page. Almost every day, “Theresa,” a Door County resident, goes to...

Sister Bay, WI · 22h

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Document destruction company has new owners, new identity

DAGGETT — Country Mile Document Destruction began a new chapter with new ownership and a new name. The waste management business transitioned to second-generation owners Brad and Trina Younk and unveiled a new brand identity as Country Mile Environmental. The new name reflects the company’s broader range of services that go beyond document shredding. Country Mile Environmental securely handles regulated medical waste and provides on-site shredding and the secure destruction of confidential documents, hard drives, computer hardware and other materials. While the company trucks now sport a new logo and company name, Country Mile Environmental offers customers the same customer service they have had for 25 years. The waste management company, headquartered in Daggett, continues to be family-owned and operated by the Younk family. Roger Younk founded Country Mile Document Destruction in 2001 with a pickup truck, trailer and a mobile paper shredder. From this foundation, the company has grown into a comprehensive, certified waste management organization. Country Mile Environmental serves businesses, municipalities and individuals in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, northeast Wisconsin, and north central Wisconsin. “Our goal is to stay ahead of the curve in recycling and waste management while continuing to provide the same reliable service our customers know

Daggett, MI · 3d

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Wisconsin Has 7 Old-School Bowling Alley Bars Where The Friday Fish Fry Is Surprisingly Good

In Wisconsin, Friday night means fish, and some of the best plates come from places where you can also pick up a spare. Bowling alley bars have quietly been serving the fish fry for years, often with bigger portions and lower prices than you might expect. This list covers seven...

Door County, WI · 3d

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Door County Board raises tax levy, drops tax rate in 2027 budget

The Door County Board unanimously passed the county's proposed 2027 budget with no changes to its final draft or comments from the public during its Nov. 10 meeting. As a result, the tax levy will rise a little but the tax rate will drop by a notable figure, both for a fifth straight year. What that means to your property tax bill from the county (not including the tax rate for your city, village, town or school district) depends on the property's assessed value and how much it changed, if at all, in the past year. The county plans to spend about $152.8 million in 2027, about a 20% increase from the $127.3 million in expenditures in the 2026 budget. Almost all of that increase is found in capital improvement projects, where the budget is rising from $22.9 million to $48 million. Of the $152.8 million in expenditures, $33.29 million will come from the tax levy (the amount generated by the county property tax), the maximum allowed by state-set limits and 1.16% more than the $32.9 million levy in 2026. However, the tax rate for 2027 will drop by 6.98%, from $2.21 to $2.06 per $1,000 of assessed equalized property

Door County, WI · 2d

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Open Road Resorts Acquires ‘Rustic Timbers’ in Wis.

Open Road Resorts (ORR), an outdoor hospitality company focused on owning and operating RV parks and campgrounds throughout the United States, has announced the acquisition of Rustic Timbers Door County Camping in Egg Harbor, Wis. The acquisition brings ORR’s portfolio to 11 parks and marks the company’s entry into Wisconsin, according to a press release.

Egg Harbor, WI · 9h

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Southern Door Weighs Next Steps After Second Failed Referendum

Board has until Jan. 26 to decide whether to try again in April 2027. For the second time in a row, Southern Door voters rejected the school district’s request to exceed its state-set revenue limit through an operational referendum. Less than a week later, on Monday, Nov. 9, school...

Door County, WI · 1d

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Movie Trail Returns, Bigger And Better

Destination Door County’s Christmas Movie Trail Pass is back to guide visitors to filming locations from the locally shot holiday rom-com A Cherry Pie Christmas. Returning for its second year, the free, mobile-based experience will be available through Jan. 5, 2027, at doorcounty.com/movie. The pass is free and requires no app to download; users can sign up and start exploring from their mobile browser.

Door County, WI · 1d

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Projected nationwide rise in heating costs may hit Door County, Northeast Wisconsin

DOOR COUNTY (NBC 26) — Home heating costs across the nation are expected to rise by more than 7% this winter, which may affect neighbors in Door County and other parts of Northeast Wisconsin. The increase was reported by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA), a Washington-based non-profit...

Door County, WI · 1d

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West Side School Lives On

One of the best views in Sturgeon Bay once belonged to the city’s youngest residents. Originally opened in 1921 as the Sawyer Elementary School, the brick building that sits stoically atop the hill along South Madison Avenue was one of the first public schools on Sturgeon Bay’s west side. Later, it was known as West Side Elementary School, a place where thousands of children started their educational journeys.

Sturgeon Bay, WI · 1d

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Unexpected underground conditions adds costs to street project

MARINETTE — At its Nov. 4 meeting, the Marinette Common Council approved a $32,909 change order for street reconstruction after contractor Barley Excavating encountered underground conditions that had not been known when the project was designed and were not included in the bid. The work involved Eggener and Wells streets and the change order was allocated among wastewater, water and stormwater utilities. During discussion, City Engineer Brian Miller described an old building foundation discovered on Eggener Street and on Nestegg Marine’s property. Miller also reported a large electrical transmission duct running along Wells Street, encased in concrete reaching as deep as 10 feet below grade. Also, at the intersection of Eggener and Wells, the existing water main was found completely encased in concrete. These unexpected obstructions required work beyond what had been anticipated in the original design and bid leading to the additional cost. The council also approved the recommended increases to cemetery fees after hearing that local rates had remained unchanged after many years. City Clerk Lana Bero compared Marinette’s charges with those of similarly sized, city-owned cemeteries. Bero reported that other communities charged about $900 to $1,000 for a grave space, while Marinette’s current price was $650. The

Marinette, WI · 3d

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Sturgeon Bay tree lighting and Christmas by the Bay Parade set for Nov. 20 and Dec. 5

STURGEON BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Destination Sturgeon Bay will hold holiday events over two weekends, beginning with the annual tree lighting Friday, Nov. 20, and the Christmas by the Bay Parade Saturday, Dec. 5. Tree lighting on Friday, Nov. 20. The annual tree lighting will take place at the Old...

Sturgeon Bay, WI · 1d

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6 Wisconsin Fish Boils Worth The Drive For That Dramatic Boil-Over Moment

A cook tosses kerosene onto a wood fire, and a giant kettle erupts in a whoosh of flame. That wild burst has a real job. It pushes fish oils over the rim so the broth stays clean. I love that the flashiest part of dinner is basically a cleanup trick....

Wisconsin · 2d

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CULTURE CLUB: A Community Worth Sustaining

By ADAM FULWILER, Peninsula Arts and Humanities Alliance President and The Hardy Gallery Executive Director. In Door County, the arts and humanities are an important part of our identity. They give us places to gather and reasons to explore. They offer opportunities to see things from a different perspective. They preserve stories, introduce new ideas, encourage curiosity, and remind us of the value of human connection. Whether experienced in a theatre, gallery, classroom, music studio, museum, or cultural center, these opportunities help define the character of our communities.

Door County, WI · 1d

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Marinette County committee debates reducing board

MARINETTE — Marinette County’s Executive Committee discussed reducing the county board from 30 members to 15, as a petition effort could put the question before voters in 2027. Public commenter Kim Brooks urged supervisors to consider board reduction alongside committee consolidation, while committee members debated representation, timing and how a smaller board would function. No action was taken at the Tuesday meeting. Brooks said consolidating committees could reduce repetitive meetings while maintaining oversight. She noted that many Wisconsin counties have consolidated committees and said a smaller board could be part of a broader restructuring. “You would have broad latitude in designing a new structure,” Brooks said. Brooks suggested that supervisors consider different committee assignments and options for public participation. She argued that streamlining could reduce staff time spent preparing for and attending meetings, while allowing department heads to focus on county work. Brooks also said meeting schedules affect who can serve. “This board does not adequately reflect the county,” Brooks said. Brooks added that morning and workday meetings can disadvantage working people, parents and other residents who might participate or serve as supervisors. Chair John Guarisco said his proposal was intended to open discussion, not prompt and immediate vote. He

Marinette County, WI · 1d

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Wisconsin Reports First Measles Death Since 1990

An infant has died in connection with the ongoing measles outbreak in southwestern Wisconsin, marking the state’s first measles death since 1990, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). The coroner listed measles as the immediate cause of death. DHS is withholding additional information to protect the...

Wisconsin · 1d