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Tomahawk Kinship Kicks Off Fundraising Campaign for Purchase of Bradley Bank Building

Published on 04/25/2025 under News Earlier this month, Kinship of Tomahawk announced plans to potentially move into the historic Bradley Bank building on Main Street. Now they're turning to the community for some financial support to complete the deal. We were joined by Kinship director Patti Hilgendorf on Thursday to discuss the exciting news and kick off their fundraising efforts. The tentative agreement with the Associated Bank, the current owner of the property, is pending Kinship securing enough funding by summer. For those unfamiliar Tomahawk Kinship is a mentor program. Over the years, they've made more than 300 matches, while also providing services such as after-school activities, tutoring, and group outings. Hilgendorf explained the success of the program has left them 'bursting at the seams' in their Kins-House. That location is also thanks to a local bank, Crossbridge. Hilgendorf called the partnership amazing, but also acknowledged they've outgrown the current space. When Associated Bank closed their local branch, Hilgendorf reach out. They were able to work out a purchase agreement, and Kinship kicked off a fundraising campaign to meet their $300,000 goal by early-July. Behind the scenes, Hilgendorf says they're preparing more than a dozen grant applications. Since announcing their plans two weeks ago, she noted they've received several thousand dollars in pledges or donations. They've recently launched a Go Fund Me and created a committee to coordinate other fundraising efforts. Hilgendorf says people can stop by the Kinship House, visit their website or follow their social media. We'll include a link to their GoFundMe in the online version of the story. That conversation is available in the WJJQ audio center.

Published on 04/25/2025 under News When taking care of spring cleaning, people are encouraged to check their medicine cabinets as well. The first of two scheduled drug-take back events takes place on Saturday across the state of Wisconsin. Officials note that ridding your home of unused and unwanted prescriptions not only clears clutter, but also eliminates the chance of misuse while also offering an environmentally safe way to dispose of medications. Residents here in Lincoln County are fortunate to have 4 permanent drop-off locations. That includes both the Tomahawk and Merrill Police Departments as well as Marshfield Clinic-Merrill and Tomahawk Pharmacy. While these locations are available year round, the dedicated collection efforts offer a good reminder to utilize these services. In addition to a number of permanent drop-off locations, law enforcement and health officials are teaming up to create hundreds of temporary locations. Wisconsin is annually a nationwide leader in these efforts.

Published on 04/25/2025 under News Each year the Friends of Council Grounds put in many hours to ensure people continue to enjoy the state park here in Lincoln County. Ahead of their busiest season, the group is recruiting volunteers to participate in their Work-Play-Earth Day activities. It's part of a larger series of clean-up efforts coordinated by the DNR at various state park properties. They're looking for individuals, families, clubs, and organizations to lend a helping hand. They'll be clearing branches, debris and litter from park trails, picnic areas and campsites while also picking up litter in those spaces. You don't have to be a 'Friends' member to participate, and there is no commitment to join. They'll be meeting at the park entrance at 9am Saturday morning to hand out assignments. It's a good idea to dress accordingly with good shoes, a pair of gloves and tick protection. Park admission fees will be waived for volunteers for the day.

Published on 04/25/2025 under News After starting off the week with Earth Day activities and education, today is focused on the trees. The last Friday of April is Arbor Day. The observance was started in Nebraska more than 100 years ago and continues to this date. The DNR continues to take part in their annual mission of providing tree education to young learners. Along with classroom lessons, many students can get their hands dirty by planting a tree themselves. This gives kids a chance to follow the growth of the tree throughout their schooling. The DNR has once again donated tree seedlings to fourth-grade classrooms around the state for students to plant, some 54,000 in all. Wisconsin is home to around 17 million acres of forest lands that offer numerous benefits through the forest industry, outdoor recreation, wildlife habitat, and protecting the environment. DNR Applied Forestry bureau director Carmen Hardin says Arbor Day is a good time to reflect the importance of both urban and rural forests. She added, "Everyone has a role in ensuring that both continue to serve a vital role in the ecological, cultural and economic health of our state, our local communities and our individual lives."

Published on 04/25/2025 under News A teen charged for his role in the lead-up to a fatal attack at Lincoln Hills reached a plea deal. Rian Nyblom was back in Lincoln County Court Thursday. The 18 year old was allegedly asked by another juvenile inmate, Javarius Hurd, to provide soap that would be used in a planned attack on a female staff member at the youth correctional facility located in Lincoln County. Counselor Corey Proulx intervened in the initial altercation and sustained fatal injuries. At yesterday's hearing, Nyblom pleaded guilty to amended charges, two counts of battery by a prisoner as party to a crime. He is scheduled to be sentenced August 6. Hurd is facing charges as well.

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Hatchet Golfers Compete in Barron Invite - Hanna Finishes First

Published on 04/24/2025 under Sports Tomahawk's golf squad had a productive day at their first major invite in Barron Wednesday, placing sixth out of 14 teams. The Hatchets were third through 12 holes before having a few problems chipping and putting around the greens. As a team, the Hatchets a team score of 324. Sawyer Hanna had his second first-place finish in as many invites with a score of 72. Freshman Jake Albert finished with an 80. The other two qualified scores were Oliver Childers with an 83 and Caiden Reichelt with an 89. The Hatchets will have their first Great Northern Conference Meet of the season next Thursday, hosted by Mosinee.

Published on 04/24/2025 under Sports The Hatchet baseball squad suffered their second consecutive defeat, this time at the hands of Great Northern Conference foe Rhinelander, 10-3. The loss drops Tomahawk to 2-3 on the season and 1-2 in Great Northern Conference play. The Hatchets are right back in action tonight for Conference Showdown at Antigo.

Published on 04/23/2025 under Sports The Hatchet golfers began the 2025 season on a high note with an impressive performance against Three Lakes, winning 118-143. The top three performers were Sawyer Hanna with 37, Jake Albert with 39, and Austin Lamer with 42. All Hatchet golfers opened the season with a score below 50. Scores below 45 were posted by Jordyn Carew, Oliver Childers, and Rocco Carew. The Hatchets have their first invite of the season today in Barron. Tee-off is at 9:00.

Published on 04/23/2025 under Sports The Hatchet softball team notched their second win of the season at Wittenberg-Birnamwood Tuesday night, hanging on to win, 8-6. Tomahawk scored five runs in the fifth and sixth innings combined to put the game away, including a three-run sixth. The Hatchets also got 16 hits from nine different players. Camryn Kraklow pitched a complete game, giving up just four earned runs on eight hits. Averi Petta finished three-for-four with a double, three RBIs, and two runs scored. Sophie Olsen went two for four with a double and two RBIs. The Hatchets also got two hits from Autumn Merrigan, Aubrey Seubert, Lydia Ziert, and Kylie Peissig. The win puts Tomahawk at 2-2 on the season and 0-2 in Great Northern Conference play. The Hatchets are back in action Thursday for a home Great Northern Conference battle against Antigo.

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