Tomahawk Squirt B Hockey Team Finishes Third at State Published on 03/05/2018 under Sports The Tomahawk Squirt B Hockey Team finished third in the Squirt 3B WAHA State Hockey Championships on Sunday.

On Saturday, Tomahawk won their first game 3-2.  In the semi-finals, Tomahawk lost to Somerset 4-1.

On Sunday in the third place game, Tomahawk defeated Monroe 4-0.


In Other News

Northwoods Raise Your Voice Club Students Talk Mental Health with State Elected Officials
Published on 03/27/2024 under News Northwoods students continue to prioritize mental health. A local contingent recently traveling to Madison to meet with state lawmakers. Across the Northwoods, students have been establishing Raise Your Voice clubs at their respective schools. Among the goals of these student-organizations is to end the stigma around mental health, while advocating for change, sharing resources and support. Both Lakeland Union High School and Rhinelander High School have chapters. They were recently invited to the capital by the Wisconsin chapter of the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) to discuss concerns related to youth mental health. That included a visit with State Senator Mary Felzkowski and Representative Rob Swearingen. Sharon Krause, with the Oneida County UW-Extension, works with the students as an adviser. She says the students used the opportunity to press the lawmakers for increased funding for mental health representatives on campus. This, they noted, would help make mental health more accessible for students while cutting down on delays in care. Krause echoed those thoughts comparing mental health to a physical injury. She says, "If someone breaks a bone, it's best to set it right away. Otherwise, it will heal in the wrong position and fixing it will be much more difficult." The students also shared results of a recent Youth Risk Behavior Survey which showed the prevalence of mental health affecting Oneida County students. They're hoping this recent visit helps raise awareness among elected officials to help address youth mental health. -Submitted photo: Raise Your Voice club participants from Rhinelander and Lakeland traveled to Madison to discuss youth mental health with elected officials-
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World Diabetes Day; Knowing Risk Factors
Published on 03/27/2024 under News Tuesday was World Diabetes Day, and local health officials used the opportunity to encourage people to learn potential risk factors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 133 million people in the U.S. have diabetes or prediabetes. Of those adults, one in five did not even know they had the condition. Dr. Johnathon Justice, an Aspirus family medicine physician says, "If we don't catch prediabetes early or manage it properly, it can progress into Type 2 diabetes." He added, "I would encourage people to understand the risks of and be screened for prediabetes and diabetes." Some of those risk factors including being overweight or a lack of physical activity, but also ethnicity and hereditary. Justice did note some good news in that Type 2 diabetes can be delayed or even prevented by modest lifestyle changes such as diet or increased physical activity. Those interested in making a life style change can discuss with their health care provider.
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Researchers Studying Viruses in Wisconsin Fish; No Risk to Humans
Published on 03/27/2024 under News Researchers at UW-Madison detected groups of new viruses when studying popular fish in Wisconsin. Fortunately the virus don't pose a threat to humans or the fish population. The findings are part of a Wisconsin Sea Grant-funded study of the natural diversity of viruses (or virome) of fish in Wisconsin and is the first project of its kind in North America. They recently summarized the study via a news release. Tony Goldberg, a professor in the Department of Pathobiological Sciences, said his research group identified 19 viruses in blood samples from 103 Wisconsin bluegills, brown trout, lake sturgeon, northern pike and walleye. Seventeen were new to science, and one was typically associated with birds. While the findings are novel, Goldberg stressed that anglers should not be worried. He says, "None of these viruses can infect people. It's not a risk for people to catch, handle and eat fish because of these viruses. There's no evidence that these viruses are causing any problems. They may just be part of the natural ecosystem of these fish." Goldberg did note that it serves as a good reminder not to transport fish between waters. He says, "If you move a fish from one water body to another, you're moving everything that lives on and in that fish, and potentially causing problems." He also plans to develop a "Fish Get Sick, Too," educational program. Goldberg said that fish are "animals, like anything else, and they get sick, too. I think if people were more aware of that, it might help reinforce some of the best-handling practices we do for catch-and-release fishing, some of the harvest practices, and food safety things we do." The results were recently published in the journal "Pathogens."
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Early Closure for Otter Trapping Season in Northern Wisconsin, Quota Reached
Published on 03/27/2024 under News A mild winter may have played a role in an early end to a successful river otter trapping season in the Northwoods. The DNR announced that the otter trapping season in the Northern Zone, areas north of Highway 64, will come to a close on April 1. Trappers are projected to reach the harvest quota of 2,500 river otters within the next week. In the announcement, the DNR noted the winter's unusually warm conditions and stable water levels provided excellent opportunities for licensed trappers across the state. The Northern Zone season began back in November and was scheduled to run through April 30. The Northern Zone early closure won't affect the Southern Zone. That season was already scheduled to end on March 31.
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Hodags in 'Mascot Madness' Tournament to Determine Best HS Nickname
Published on 03/27/2024 under News There are plenty of unique mascot around the Northwoods, perhaps none more original than the Hodag. The nickname of Rhinelander High School is once again a contestant in the Mascot Madness. While the Badgers had an early exit from the NCAA Tournament, the Hodag has advanced in a bracket-style, fan-voted contest to determine the best school nickname in the Country. SB Live is once again hosting the tournament which is currently down to 32 teams. The Hodag was the state of Wisconsin representative. The Hodags will face the Polo Marcos of Polo High School in Illinois. Other mascots in the tournament include the Haybalers, the Beetdiggers, the Spongers, the Criminals, and the Konkrete Kids. For those that'd like to vote or simply learn about other state's unique mascots, we'll include a link. Voting will run through April 1.
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Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital Launches Urgent Care
Published on 03/26/2024 under News People needing medical care in the Tomahawk area have a new option. Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital announced that they have launched an urgent care. Urgent Care can be thought of as between a traditional appointment and the Emergency Department. In other words problems that need to be treated right away but are non-life threatening. Examples provided in the announcement include rashes, strains and sprains, insect bites, cuts and other minor illness. Carmen Viegut, Director of Nursing. "The Urgent Care option provides people with the assurance they can receive the health care they need when they just can't wait." According to the announcement, visitors to Urgent Care will typically have a shorter wait time than the ER and will usually have a less expensive cost of visit. Viegut added, "The addition of Urgent Care at Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital shows a commitment by Aspirus to increase services and provide reliable care to our local community and the thousands of people who visit our area every year." Urgent Care in Tomahawk will be available without appointment, seven days a week between 8am and 6pm. You can utilize the Emergency Department entrance.
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Voters in Several Northwoods Communities Considering School Referendum Funding
Published on 03/26/2024 under News Many voters here in the Northwoods will decide on funding for their local schools when they head to the polls next week. We're now one week from Election Day, and early and absentee voting is already underway. While the spring elections typically feature races like municipal offices, county board, and school boards. For around a half dozen local communities, they'll also consider school referendum questions Among districts seeking additional funding are Rhinelander, Merrill, Prentice, and Rib Lake. North Lakeland actually has two referendum questions. Over the past few months, each of the districts have been reaching out to their communities with public informational meetings to explain why they are seeking additional money and how it will affect the bottom line. With levy limits in place, school districts are limited in funding options without the use of a referendum. According to the Department of Public Instruction, there are 91 referendum questions on ballots around the state this spring.
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Snow and Rain Welcome in Northwoods with Ongoing Drought
Published on 03/26/2024 under News The snow and rain to start off the week is the first significant precipitation we've received in some time, and is much needed. That's because large portions of the state remaining in drought conditions especially here in the Northwoods. Of course it was a relatively mild winter leaving minimal snow pack to melt. Any drought relief will have to come directly from the skies.  As we transition to spring, we've already seen an early start to the wildfire season, while reservoir and lake levels are unusually low for this time of year. According to last week's report issued by the US Drought Monitor, nearly three quarters of the state is classified in drought, including all of northern Wisconsin. Here in the Northwoods specifically, all of Vilas and Oneida Counties, along with portions of Lincoln, Langlade and Price Counties are in 'severe drought' which is the second of four drought categories. The US Drought Monitor releases their reports each Thursday.
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Tomahawk Man Injured in Crash, Charges Could Follow
Published on 03/26/2024 under News A Tomahawk man was seriously injured and is facing charges following a crash this past week. According to the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, that incident happened last Tuesday in the Town of Harrison. A woman initially reported her boyfriend had forced her from their vehicle and sped off as they traveled on Highway 17. She stated that the man had used methamphetamine prior to the incident and deputies also determined he had a no contact order with the woman. A short time later, the dispatch received reports of the vehicle observed speeding at more than 100 miles per hour. The man eventually lost control of the vehicle, left the roadway, and struck a tree. The report notes the force of the impact was enough that it caused the engine to separate from the car. The 33 year old, who's name was not released, was injured in the crash. He was brought to a local hospital and airlifted for further care. No update on his condition was provided. Charges are pending.
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National Medal of Honor Day: Einar Ingman Remembers in Tomahawk
Published on 03/26/2024 under News Monday marked National Medal of Honor Day, and each year the observance has special meeting here in Tomahawk. The Medal of Honor is awarded to recognize U.S. military service members who have distinguished themselves by acts of valor. Highly exclusive, just 3,500 Americans have received the Medal of Honor, just 64 Wisconsinites. On that list is the late Einar Ingman of Tomahawk. He was awarded the Medal of Honor as a result of his actions in Korea on February 26, 1951. Ingman took charge of two squads after their leaders were wounded. He then single-handedly took out two machine gun emplacements, while suffering numerous injuries. He was later awarded with several of the country's highest honors including the Purple Heart and Medal of Honor. Einar passed away in 2015, but his legacy lives on in the Tomahawk Community. Einar Ingman Parkway leads motorists into the Tomahawk community, the VFW shares his name, and most recently the Post Office was named in his honor in 2021. In recognizing all Medal of Honor recipients, Lt Col. Shannon Hellenbrand of the Wisconsin National Guard said, "Their acts of courage serve as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the American people and remind us of the profound debt of gratitude we owe to those who have served and sacrificed in the defense of freedom. They lived and worked in our hometowns. They were our neighbors, so let's honor their legacy and ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten."
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