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No Mow May not offered this year

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – At its March 17 meeting, the Common Council voted not to adopt the No Mow May program for May 2026. This means that properties will be required to comply with Chapter 36, Section …

WHITEWATER – Nicholas Gabriel, an accounting major from Nekoosa, is one of 26 students from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater who were part of the university’s Enactus team, which claimed …

Free Community Shred Day at Prevail Bank

CENTRAL WISCONSIN – Prevail Bank invites the community to safely dispose of their confidential documents during its Free Community Shred Day on Thursday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – East Jackson St., between the 3rd St. N/Market St. intersection and East Grand Ave., is closed for Phase 1 of the street reconstruction project for East Jackson St. (Bridge to …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Mayor Matt Zacher has officially proclaimed May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Wisconsin Rapids, recognizing the importance of mental well-being in the community. The …

Wisconsin Stillbirth Recognition and Support Act signed into law

WISCONSIN – In a historic and compassionate step forward, Governor Tony Evers has officially signed Senate Bill 379/Assembly Bill 373 into law, creating a state income tax credit for families who …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The road in front of the utility building on 16th St. is under construction. The temporary office location is 320 W Grand Ave. The drop box in front of the building is no longer …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The South Wood County Historical Museum (SWCHM) is pleased to announce two upcoming exhibits that highlight both imaginative visual history and the powerful story of women’s …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – From April 26 - May 1, Wisconsin Rapids bridges will be lit in red in recognition of Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters. Learn more about the foundation at …

Cocaine found on driver fleeing traffic stop

HANSEN – On April 21, around 2:30 p.m. a motorcycle was observed exceeding the speed limit on Jackson Road in the Township of Hansen, Wood County. A traffic stop was attempted and the motorcycle …

The Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) invites community members to attend an “Energy in Your Township” educational presentation on Thursday, April 30 from 5:30-7 p.m. at B’s Tap House at Two Doors Down Brewing Co.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – There is a proposed data center to be built in Wisconsin Rapids and a group of concerned citizens is calling on residents to speak out. South Wood County Neighbors for …

Mother Nature rears her head for Severe Weather Awareness Week

WOOD COUNTY – Wisconsin Severe Weather Awareness Week was from April 13-17, and Mother Nature made sure we were all aware. Heavy rain and thunderstorms have led to severe flooding, with the threat …

Fatal traffic accident in Sigel

WOOD COUNTY – On April 13, at approximately 5:09 pm, Wood County Communication Center received call regarding a one vehicle accident on State Highway 73, near Apple Road, in the Township of Sigel. …

CENTRAL WISCONSIN – A new scholarship is opening up for individuals pursuing post-secondary education, accredited trainings and therapeutic or service-based work dedicated to animal welfare and …

Olio is calling all artist

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Olio Arts & Music Center will be accepting original artwork for its upcoming exhibitions, “Hidden in Plain Sight” and “The Essence of Wood as Material & Muse.” …

CENTRAL WISCONSIN – Elementary classrooms across Wisconsin are invited to step onto the farm — without leaving their school — through an upcoming virtual beef farm tour hosted in partnership …

ATM jackpotting scammer busted

WAUPACA — A Chicago man is facing multiple felony charges in Waupaca County Circuit Court after forensic data and surveillance footage allegedly linked him to a series of attempted …

Wood County election results

WOOD COUNTY – A total of 19,897 ballots were cast in Wood County’s April 7 election, with several influential roles shifting hands.   Wisconsin Rapids Incumbent Matt Zacher …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – On April 7, voters in the Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools (WRPS) District approved the district’s operational referendum, providing continued support for the district’s …

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