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Preparing for Spring Weight Limits; Lincoln County Restrictions Begin March 9

Published on 03/04/2026 under News With the spring thaw underway, local road crews are beginning to announce the spring weight limits. The seasonal weight limits are temporary restrictions, generally put on local roads by townships and counties in their respective jurisdictions. This is because roads become more susceptible to damage from heavy weights as the frost leaves the ground. While some municipalities may offer an emergency exemption, residents are encouraged to take care of any overweight deliveries or pick-ups before they are put in place. Lincoln County Highway Department announced the temporary weight restrictions will take effect on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. The Town of Bradley announced the same. Meanwhile, Oneida County Highway Department says that spring weight limits 'may be going on soon,' but they have not provided a specific date at this time. We'll share that and any other announcements as we receive them.

Published on 03/04/2026 under News For the first time in a decade, Tomahawk will have a new mayor come spring. An event this evening will allow people to get to know his potential successors. Current Tomahawk Mayor Steve Taskay is not seeking re-election after ten years in the office. Two political newcomers to city office will vie for mayor: Michael Habeck and Jeffery Koth. The Tomahawk VFW has organized a Mayoral Candidate Meet and Greet this evening at 7pm. According to the announcement, they will allow both candidates a chance for introduction, followed by a Q and A with community members able to submit questions. The meet and greet will then conclude with closing statements. That election will take place April 7.

Published on 03/04/2026 under News The City of Tomahawk has a number of purchases and projects on the horizon. At their meeting Tuesday, the City Council approved the needed borrowing. The March Council meeting included four borrowing resolutions for previously approved spending items, as a result, they were approved with minimal discussion. Combined the four resolutions totaled just over $2.5 million from the State Trust Fund. Half of the borrowing, $1.2 million was to cover the purchase of the new Tomahawk Fire Department fire engine, approved in January 2025 and currently being built. A half million dollars will go towards the ongoing PFAS Treatment Facility design and testing work; $436,000 for road work projects. The remainder is for the purchase of Public Works equipment including a loader, chipper, and truck. With these purchases and projects already in the plans, there was minimal discussion. Each was approved unanimously. In addition to these borrowing resolutions, the Council also approved a Community Block Grant Application for the upcoming Nelson Lane/Division Street project.

Published on 03/04/2026 under News Wisconsin Valley Improvement will restart their aerator system on a segment of the Eau Pleine reservoir, which will create unsafe ice conditions nearby. Typically, the aerator is often used in late winter or early spring to help maintain adequate oxygen levels in the water for the fishery. According to the announcement, current oxygen levels do not necessitate aeration, they will run the system to test functionality and establish operating procedures for newly installed components. The aerator is located in a narrow stretch of the reservoir adjacent to the Big Eau Pleine County Park. They are cautioning anglers or others traveling on the ice that the operation will create unsafe ice conditions and open water. They have installed rope barriers, warning flags , and signs as a precaution. The Eau Pleine is a 7,000 acre reservoir located in Marathon County.

Published on 03/04/2026 under News The DNR is accepting comments on migratory game bird seasons through the end of the week. Historically, waterfowl and migratory bird season frameworks were developed on an annual basis. However, with near-unanimous support from conservation organizations and the public, a new process was developed to set season structures for multiple years at a time. This year is the first time the DNR is doing so. The rules would run through the 2030 season. Comments regarding the migratory game bird season structure should be submitted through the Online Input Tool, email or mail by Friday. Additional information can be found on the DNR Waterfowl Hunting webpage. There is also an upcoming virtual hearing this evening via zoom.

Published on 03/03/2026 under News Mild weather and deteriorating conditions will bring an end to the snowmobile riding season here in Lincoln County. The Lincoln County Forestry Land and Parks Department announced the closure of all snowmobile trails effective at 4pm today (Tuesday, March 3). Trails in Lincoln County opened a few days before the new year, marking around 60 days of riding. After two consecutive seasons with poor conditions, this winter brought snow and kept trails busy. Recreation Forester Nick Behrens says, "Lincoln County would like to extend our gratitude to our local snowmobile clubs for their hard work in preparing and maintaining these trails throughout this season. We truly appreciate your dedication and efforts. Without the ongoing work of these clubs, our trail network would not be possible." According to the announcement, the closure will remain in effect even if there is additional snowfall in the coming weeks. As of Tuesday morning, trail systems to the north, in Oneida and Vilas County remain open. We'll continue to share any additional closure announcements as we receive them.

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Hatchet Boys Basketball Team Season Comes to an End in Playoff Opener

Published on 03/04/2026 under Sports Tomahawk's boys' basketball squad's season would come to an end Tuesday night in the WIAA Division 3 Regional Playoffs, losing at Peshtigo, 81-43. The Hatchets would surrender 45 first half points and had a hard time slowing down the dynamic duo of Dominic Baxter and Levi Hodgins. Colton Seslar and Ryan Montag tied for the team lead in scoring with ten points a piece. Logan Norman would finish with eight points for the Hatchets. Tomahawk finishes the 2025-26 season with a 2-23 record and an 0-14 Great Northern Conference record. The Hatchets graduate six seniors from their roster. They are Seslar, Norman, Jerry Johnson, Jason Watkins, Edwin Riese, and Niklas Nelson.

Published on 03/01/2026 under Sports At the WIAA State Wrestling Tournament at the Kohl Center in Madison, both Hatchet wrestlers would bow out in the consolation brackets. Kylie Peissig would bow out in the consolation quarterfinals to Wausau West's Aleeah Le. Peissig started off the tournament losing by fall to Winneconne's Addison Brown Thursday. Peissig would win her first consolation match of Horicon's Keleigh Holl. Kami Gabrich would go winless at the State Tournament. Gabrich lost in the first round to Janesville Parker's Katie Kent. She then would lose to Holmen's Avalee Euler in the first round of the consolation brackets.

Published on 02/25/2026 under Sports The Hatchet Girls' Basketball season would end in the WIAA Division 3 Regional Quarterfinal Tuesday night at the Hatchet House, losing to Spooner, 50-46. The Hatchets were unable to overcome Freya Alberg and Lizzy Arnott fouling out of the game late in the second half. In her final High School game, Alberg finished with 20 points, 12 rebounds, and three blocks. Anita Ziert also finished with a double-double, scoring 16 points and hauling down 11 boards. Tomahawk finishes the 2025-26 season with a 12-13 record and a 6-8 Great Northern Conference record. The Hatchets graduate one senior from their team, Freya Alberg, who will be playing College Ball next year at Grinnell College in Iowa.

Published on 02/20/2026 under Sports On Thursday night, the Hatchet Hockey Team traveled to Hudson for a WIAA Regional Final game. The host Raiders are the #1 seed in Sectional One and also the top ranked division one team in Wisconsin. The Raiders jumped out to an early lead on Tomahawk, scoring six minutes into the game on an even strength goal. Then with 7:21 remaining in the first, Hudson scored another even strength goal to lead 2-0. The Raiders would add their third goal of the first, 00:22 later and led 3-0. The Hatchets would respond with their first goal of the game, with 5:51 left in the first, Jonah Dickens scored on a power play goal from the high slot. The Dickens goal was assisted by Brayden Lamer and Jake Albert. No more scoring would occur, and Hudson led Tomahawk 3-1 after one. The Raiders out-shot Tomahawk 21-5 in the first period and Hudson Seymour had numerous huge saves to keep Tomahawk in it. The second period would see two goals for each team, with Hudson scoring 00:47 in on a power play and led 4-1. Tomahawk would respond when Jake Albert hit Jett Reilly on a stretch pass, Reilly would bury the puck and the Hatchets cut the lead to 4-2. Hudson came back with an even strength goal a minute and a half later to regain a three goal advantage. Tomahawk would close out the scoring on a nifty goal from Cole Peterson with just 00:07 remaining. The Peterson goal was assisted by Beau Stromberg. The Raiders led 5-3 after two. The Raiders again out-shot Tomahawk 15-6. Tomahawk would come out firing in the third period, scoring just 00:15 in to cut the deficit to 5-4. Brayden Lamer with a snipe from the left face-off dot. Just over three minutes later, Jonah Dickens scored his second of the night and Tomahawk tied it at five apiece. The goal assisted by Jett Reilly. Dickens would complete his hat trick 3:30 later at the 7:04 mark of the third on a power play goal. That goal assisted by Lamer and Albert. Tomahawk scoring four unanswered goals to get a 6-5 lead with 9:54 remaining in the game. Hudson would respond with three unanswered goals to advance in the playoffs. The Raiders got a power play goal with just 2:26 remaining in the game to tie it 6-6. The Raiders took the lead, 7-6 00:57 later and would add an empty net goal with under 00:40 to play for the 8-6 win. Shots were even, 7-7 in the third. Jonah Dickens (three goals), Brayden Lamer (one goal, 2 assists) and Jake Albert (three assists) all had three points, Jett Reilly had two points (one goal, one assist), while Cole Peterson had a goal and Beau Stromberg had an assist. It was an exciting game as Tomahawk's season comes to an end with a 22-4 record. The Hatchets are champions of the Great Northern Conference for the third straight year finishing 10-0 in league play. Hudson advances to the sectionals and will host Superior on Tuesday. The Spartans defeated Eau Claire Memorial to advance. The Hatchets graduate from the program Jonah Dickens, Brody Hilgendorf, Rex Reilly, Beau Stromberg, Caiden Reichelt, Landyn Seymour, and Michael Samundsen (pictured above).

Published on 02/18/2026 under Sports Tomahawk's Hockey squad would dominate in the WIAA Division 1 Regional Semifinal Tuesday night at Hobbs Municipal Ice Center in Eau Claire Tuesday night, defeating Eau Claire North, 7-1. The Hatchets won by peppering Husky Goalie Carson Ivey, notching 48 total shots. Five different Hatchets would put goals on the board. Brayden Lamer and Landyn Seymour would each notch two goals on the night. Jett Reilly would finish with one goal and five assists. Jonah Dickens would have a goal and two assists on the night. The win improves Tomahawk's record to 22-3 on the season. The Hatchets will head back out on the road Thursday night for the WIAA Division 1 Regional Final at #1 Hudson. Tune in for the broadcast on Northwoods 92.5 WJJQ with the Fehrman Orthodontics Radio Pregame Show at 6:35 and opening faceoff at 7:00 from the Hudson Civic Sports Center.

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