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Hatchet Golf Team Finishes Season at WIAA Regionals Published on 05/25/2022 under Sports

On Tuesday, the Tomahawk Hatchet Golf Team hosted the WIAA Regional Meet at the Inshalla Country Club, and Tomahawk had their best round of the season in their ninth place finish. Medford won the meet with a 321, Hayward was second with a 333 and Antigo and Northwestern tied for third with a 337.

Tomahawk was led by Sawyer Hanna's 85. Austin Lamer shot a 95, Owen Dickrell shot a 97, Gavyn Palmer shot a 105 and Drew Albert shot a 106.

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Preparing for Potential Ice Storm; Power Outages

Published on 04/01/2026 under News A wintery mix of precipitation isn't unusual at this time of year, and with an ice storm in the forecast overnight officials are reminding residents to take some precautions. In addition to a potentially difficult Thursday morning commute, icing can also lead to power outages. The weight of ice can weigh down or break branches which can fall on power lines or electric equipment. Wisconsin Public Service offers a handy online guide for those looking to cover all the bases before, during, and after a major storm that may result in power outages. We frequently cover home emergency kits, and that remains important. It should include food, water, flashlights, batteries, and a first aid kit. WPS recommends downloading their app and storing their phone number for any emergency communication. It's a good idea to charge up phones when severe weather approaches. If you have a generator; check that it is accessible, working, and full of gas. Coincidentally, we had a similar ice storm one year ago, almost to the day, that left more than 100,000 people without power, some for several days.

Published on 04/01/2026 under News Last week we highlighted the success of downtown Tomahawk in the Wisconsin Main Street Awards, but they weren't the only Northwoods community that shined. In Eagle River, local businesses and community leaders earned multiple Wisconsin Main Street honors highlighting their impact on downtown revitalization. Andy's Pontoon Saloon took home the Best Business Marketing Campaign award for its popular "Run Club." What began as a simple two-mile group run quickly grew into a weekly event drawing more than 1,500 participants over the season, boosting foot traffic and business activity throughout downtown. This is the second year in a row that Andy's Pontoon Saloon has been recognized; last year, it was named Best New Business. Longtime community leader Jim Holperin was inducted into the Wisconsin Main Street Hall of Fame. Holperin was recognized for decades of leadership, volunteerism, and investment in Eagle River's downtown, including his work with multiple committees and fundraising efforts that helped strengthen the local economy. Another Eagle River honoree, Byron McNutt, was named a 2025 Wisconsin Main Street Community Champion for his ongoing contributions to projects like Rotary Square and his continued support of downtown initiatives. The success of Tomahawk and Eagle River is more impressive competing against 37 Main Street Districts including in larger cities like Wausau, Green Bay and Milwaukee. Local leaders say the awards reflect the strength of community involvement across northern Wisconsin, with volunteers, businesses, and organizations all playing a key role in building vibrant downtowns. Elsewhere, Wausau was also recognized, with the Wausau Night Market earning Best Special Event. The monthly summer gathering has grown into a major attraction, drawing more than 2,000 visitors per event and featuring dozens of vendors, food trucks, and live entertainment.

Published on 04/01/2026 under News Families in the Northwoods have a fun incentive to plan a museum visit this week, with a little baseball bonus. The Northwoods Children's Museum in Eagle River has been selected to participating site for a new statewide promotion through the Milwaukee Brewers Community Foundation. As part of the promotion, children ages 17 and under who visit a participating museum this week can receive two free ticket vouchers to select Milwaukee Brewers home games at American Family Field. Coinciding with the start of the MLB season, organizers say the promotion is designed to encourage family learning and play during spring break, while also making it easier for kids to experience Major League Baseball at AmFam Field. The Northwoods Children's Museum is open daily during the promotion, which runs through Saturday. The Children's Imaginarium is also participating in this program.

Published on 04/01/2026 under News The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is looking for outdoor enthusiasts to step up and help keep recreation safe across the state. The DNR is currently recruiting volunteers to serve as safety education instructors for programs like hunter education, ATV and UTV safety, snowmobiling, and boating. Officials say instructors play a key role in shaping safe habits for the next generation. Hunter Education Administrator Lieutenant Renee Thok says instructors leave a lasting impression on students and help create a safer environment for everyone who enjoys Wisconsin's outdoors. The need goes beyond hunting. DNR leaders say safety programs for off-highway vehicles and water recreation also rely heavily on volunteers. Lieutenant Jacob Holsclaw says Wisconsin is safer because of instructor dedication, but more help is needed. To qualify, volunteers should have experience in their area of interest, have completed a Wisconsin safety education course themselves, and be willing to commit time to teaching and mentoring others. Anyone interested in becoming an instructor can learn more through the DNR's website.

Published on 04/01/2026 under News The City of Tomahawk continues to fill in their special event calendar. At their meeting Tuesday, the City of Tomahawk Health and Safety Committee recommended six returning events for approval. The events are all quite familiar to the greater Tomahawk area. With few changes, there was minimal discussion among committee members. Three events approved were sponsored by the Tomahawk Chamber of Commerce: National Night Out; the Fall Ride Bon Fire and Brat Fry; and the Annual Venison Feed. Tomahawk Main Street's Fall Ride Thunder Parade and Fall Ride Downtown Activities were approved as two separate items. And Wawui's Fall Ride festivities at SARA Park was given the green light. Each was approved unanimously. They'll be back on the agenda at the next City Council meeting for final approval. A couple of other quick notes from the Tomahawk Committee meetings Tuesday… The Finance Committee approved two borrowing resolutions that were already budgeted for. The first was for $120,000 for the replacement of two police squads. The committee members briefly discussed the service length for these vehicles, number of cars in the fleet, and the older vehicles being sold. The other borrowing resolution is part of the planned Nelson Lane Utility Project. The city is applying for a match grant from the DNR, and the borrowing would cover the city's portion of $350,000. If the city is not selected for the grant, the borrowing would be canceled and the project delayed. That happened with this project last year.

Published on 04/01/2026 under News The case will move forward for a Tomahawk woman charged in connection with her young daughter's death. Katelyn Nardi was back in Lincoln County Court Tuesday for a preliminary hearing and arraignment. The 27 year old is facing two felony charges: 1st degree reckless homicide and neglecting a child resulting in death. Investigators say Nardi's five year old daughter died last October after being left alone in the bathtub for at least five minutes while Nardi prepared the young girl for bed. At Tuesday's hearing, Judge Galen Bayne Allison ruled there is probably cause for the case to move forward. Nardi then entered a plea of 'not guilty'. A scheduling hearing was set for June 4. Nardi is being held on $150,000 bond.

Published on 03/31/2026 under News -Photo provided by Pine River Fire Department A shed used for maple syrup production was burned in a weekend fire in Lincoln County. According to the Pine River Fire Department, crews were called to a structure fire on Highway 64 in the Town of Pine River Sunday evening at shortly before 8pm. Within minutes, a Lincoln County deputy was first on the scene and reported the shed was fully engulfed and beginning to collapse. While no other structures were at immediate risk, the fire began spreading into the nearby woods. Firefighters were able to quickly contain the fire. No injuries were reported. The shed, along with it's contents were a total loss. The homeowner reported the shed was part of his maple syrup production and suspected that was the cause of the fire. This is actually the second recent incident involving a sugar shack or maple syrup production following an incident in Marathon County earlier this month.

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Published on 03/31/2026 under News A shed is a loss following a fire in Oneida County Monday morning. Crews with the Nokomis Fire Department were called to a property on Siemering Drive at shortly before noon for a report of a structure fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find the building engulfed. They were able to contain the fire to the storage building, and prevent it from spreading to other structures or further into the nearby wooded areas. The shed and its contents, which included a boat, were lost in the fire. It wasn't immediately known what caused the fire.

Published on 03/31/2026 under News As spring arrives in the Northwoods, more riders will be hitting the roads and trails for transportation and recreation. That includes e-bikes, and e-scooters which have been growing in popularity. And it comes a need for extra awareness from both riders and drivers. The Wisconsin State Patrol is reminding everyone to brush up on e-bike and e-scooter safety as part of its March Law of the Month. Preliminary numbers show 64 crashes involving e-bikes and e-scooters across Wisconsin last year, something authorities hope to reduce as the busy spring and summer seasons get underway. According to the State Patrol, e-bikes and e-scooters are considered vehicles under Wisconsin law, meaning riders must follow the same traffic rules as cars, even though no license or registration is required. It's also important to check with any local rules and restrictions. Officials note that safety is a shared responsibility. For riders, that means wearing a helmet, staying visible, using signals, and watching for hazards. For drivers, it's about slowing down, giving riders space, and taking a second look, especially at intersections where smaller vehicles can be easy to miss. With more people expected to explore Northwoods roads, bike paths, and trails in the coming weeks and months, officials say a little extra caution now can go a long way toward keeping everyone safe.

Published on 03/31/2026 under News The Tomahawk Public Library continues to benefit from the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin. The Foundation recently highlighted an investment in outdoor themed activities at the Tomahawk Public Library thanks, in part, to a NRF grant. The library often takes advantage of its scenic river-side location with nature-themed investments. According to the announcement, the Tomahawk Public Library recently stocked up on new nature-themed books for both the children and adult areas! They also installed a birdfeeder with a camera and led multiple youth reading and library enrichment programs. The Tomahawk Public Library Natural Resources Education Fund established by David and Joyce Weizenicker and continuously supported by the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin.

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