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Hatchet Hockey Team Remains Undefeated in GNC Action Published on 01/10/2025 under Sports

Tomahawk's hockey team continued their undefeated start to the Great Northern Conference season with a 4-1 win over Mosinee Thursday night. After trailing 1-0 after one period, the Hatchets rolled off four straight goals.

Austin Lamer notched his 100th career assist on the night. Lamer and Jonah Dickens each scored two goals apiece. Trevor Seliskar stopped 23 of 24 shots in net to help improve the Hatchets' record to 11-3 on the season and 4-0 in Great Northern Conference play.

Tomahawk will be back in action Tuesday for another Great Northern Conference showdown against Lakeland. Alex Koch and Zach Garner will be in the broadcast booth from SARA Park with the Fehrman Orthodontics Radio Pregame Show at 6:35 and opening faceoff at 7:00.

In Other News

Taste of Tomahawk Turns 21 on Saturday

Published on 03/20/2026 under News Like other communities here in the Northwoods, the Tomahawk area has plenty of good food and drinks. Coming up this weekend, the Chamber will highlight the local offerings with the return of the Taste of Tomahawk. As the name implies, Taste of Tomahawk offers participants a chance to sample foods and drinks with a focus on local. Over the past few weeks, the Chamber has been using their Facebook page to highlight the nearly two dozen participants. Taste celebrates local cuisine from apps to entrees to desserts along with Wisconsin based breweries and wineries". It is described as "a great event to sip, snack, and socialize." It's also a good way for people to get out after being cooped up during the winter months, essentially 'a cabin fever reliever.' Those who've attended in the past know that there is typically a theme, and this year is no different. It's actually a birthday celebration with Taste of Tomahawk turning 21. It also happens to fall on the March 21st making it a golden birthday. As of Friday Morning, they had a few tickets remaining, which can be purchased Friday at Trig's or the Chamber. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door. Doors open Saturday at 1pm at Inshalla.

Published on 03/20/2026 under News The Lincoln County Board is calling on state leaders to take action on transportation funding. Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution at their meeting Tuesday urging the state legislature to adopt a long-term, sustainable funding plan for roads and bridges. The resolution states that local governments maintain about 90 percent of Wisconsin's roads, but state aid has not kept up with inflation and rising construction costs, leaving many counties and municipalities struggling to handle improvements or even basic maintenance. The resolution also highlights concerns about aging infrastructure, including thousands of small bridges across the state, and warns that without stable funding, communities may be forced to borrow more or delay critical projects. Supervisors are now asking the state to create a reliable funding system that supports long-term planning and keeps Wisconsin's transportation network safe and competitive. The measure passed by voice vote with little discussion and will be sent to state officials including the Governor and legislators representing Lincoln County down in Madison.

Published on 03/20/2026 under News In Wisconsin, the return of spring also means one thing—orange barrels and road construction season aren't far behind. Governor Tony Evers announced upgrades to a stretch of US 8 near Rhinelander. Crews will be working on Highway 8 between Highway 47 and Highway 17 North. Musson Brothers has been selected as the primary contractor for the $6.2 million project. The project will include new asphalt, along with the installation of centerline rumble strips to improve safety. Two key intersections along the corridor, Highway 17 South at County G and WD Boyce Drive, will be reconstructed into single-lane roundabouts. Drivers should plan for significant impacts. The segment of US 8 will be closed during construction, with traffic detoured along Highway 17 North through city streets in Rhinelander. Temporary pavement and signals will also be installed at some intersections. Construction is scheduled to begin in April and run through November. Before work begins they will have a public informational meeting. That's scheduled for 5pm, April 2 at Rhinelander City Hall. Or you can visit the DoT project website.

Published on 03/20/2026 under News With spring planting season approaching in northern Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is encouraging residents to consider adding native plants to their yards and gardens. DNR officials say native plants play an important role in supporting local ecosystems by providing food and habitat for pollinators like butterflies, bees, and birds. They're also well adapted to Wisconsin's climate, making them a good fit for home gardens across the Northwoods. DNR conservation biologist Amy Staffen says introducing native plants to a yard is an easy way for both beginner and experienced gardeners to help wildlife thrive. The DNR maintains a statewide list of native plant sales and a directory of native plant nurseries on its Native Plants webpage, along with information on pollinator gardens, rain gardens, and planting guides.

Published on 03/20/2026 under News While many people celebrated St. Patrick's Day this week, one Northwoods group is embracing their ties to Finland. Preparation is underway in Brantwood for their annual Saint Urho Day celebration. The tongue-in-cheek holiday isn't part of traditional Finnish lore. It was actually created in the 1950's, and tells of the legend of Saint Urho. He is said to have freed Finland's grape crops from invading grasshoppers on March 16. The Knox Creek Heritage Center is one of the groups that participates each year. Their organization is dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Scandinavian pioneers that settled the Northwoods. Coming up on Saturday they'll be serving a soup buffet with traditional Finnish foods. The event will double as the group's annual meeting. The Knox Creek St. Urho Day celebration will take place Saturday at the Brantwood Community Center starting at noon.

Published on 03/20/2026 under News As spring cleaning gets underway, there's a chance to clear out old electronics responsibly. Good News Project is hosting a Global Recycling Day event on Saturday. The event encourages residents to safely dispose of unwanted electronics...anything with a cord or battery including computers, phones, TVs and even small appliances like air conditioners and dehumidifiers. Christine Daniels, Executive Director says, "Many people don't realize that their unused electronics hold materials that can be reused." The event helps keep harmful e-waste out of landfills while allowing valuable materials to be recycling. The nonprofit adds that holding the event on a Saturday makes it easier for more people to take part while tackling their spring cleaning. More information is available through the Good News Project. Fees will be charged by weight and type of item. The recycling will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Good News Project on North 5th Street

Published on 03/19/2026 under News Despite the recent winter weather, Friday is the first day of spring. Coming up this afternoon members of the Tomahawk community are looking to spread a little 'Sunshine in the Street'. Now in it's tenth year, Sunshine in the Street is a simple concept with a goal of bringing a positive impact to the community on or around the first day of spring. During today's lunch break (12:30-1:30pm), people are encouraged to head to the sidewalks carrying signs decorated with words of encouragement. Sunshine in the Street started in 2017 as an idea from the late Dr. Bobbi Voermans and the staff at Hometown Chiropractic hoping to spread positive messages, motivation, and sunshine to the community. That idea has now become a tradition that continues each year. The staff at Hometown Chiropractic again encourage people to ring in spring with sunshine, signs, and smiles. It's not unusual for participants to receive waves, shouts of encouragement, or a honk of a horn. People can also tag photos on social media to spread the message online as well.

Published on 03/19/2026 under News Fresh off the Oscars, another awards celebration is shining a spotlight a little closer to home...this time on Wisconsin's downtown districts. Wisconsin Main Street is hosting its 35th annual awards ceremony this evening, and Tomahawk Main Street will be well represented. With around two dozen categories, the awards celebrate the achievements of downtown and historic district revitalization, business growth, building renovations, and community events. Tomahawk Main Street has produced a number of winners over the years. They have eight nominations for the upcoming awards. They include: Best Placemaking Project: Andy Gorestski - Welcome Sculpture RestorationBest Event – Main Street Memories ChristmasBest Marketing Campaign – Sideways Wine & Craft BeerBusiness of the Year – Crossbridge Community BankBest Total Building Transformation – Rae's Barbershop and Walker's General StoreBest Interior Renovation – Locks and LoaderCommunity Champion 'Volunteer of the Year' – The Rainmakers (who water the downtown flower baskets)This year's awards ceremony will take place down in Wausau at the Grand Theater. A good luck to the local nominees, and we'll announce any local winners.

Published on 03/19/2026 under News The spring elections are are a little more that two weeks away. In addition to local races, voters in the city of Tomahawk will decide on a levy referendum. Ahead of the vote, city leaders have been hosting a series of informational sessions to explain why they are seeking the additional funding. The final session is scheduled to take place this evening. As we've previously covered, the state largely restricts the ability of municipalities to increase their tax levy without voter approval. The Tomahawk City Council is looking for a 20% increase to the base levy going forward, approximately $276,000. If approved, it would result in an increase of around $75 for a $100,000 property. The first two sessions, held earlier this month, included city council members as well as department heads who discussed cuts they've made in recent years to balance the budget, as well as services that could be impacted in the future. This evening's session is scheduled for 6pm at SARA Park. The election will take place April 7.

Published on 03/19/2026 under News Lincoln County is tipping its hat to a classic piece of American television. At their meeting Tuesday, The Lincoln County Board approved a resolution recognizing the 70th anniversary of The Lawrence Welk Show, which ran from 1955-1982. The resolution honors the long-running, family-friendly program for its impact on American culture, highlighting its mix of musical styles and its role in bringing audiences together across generations. The resolution was provided after a request during public comment at the February meeting. Scott Wheeler, of Tallahassee, Florida is the man behind the effort. He made the pitch to Lincoln County Board during public comment at the February meeting. It's part of a larger effort by Wheeler to recognize the show nationally and preserve the show's legacy. During the brief discussion, several supervisors acknowledged it was a nice gesture, but questioned the relevance to Lincoln County. Ultimately, the resolution was approved.

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