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WisDOT: Highway 32’s upcoming project

NORTHEAST WIS. – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation held a Virtual Public Involvement meeting on Nov. 13 to discuss its upcoming plans regarding Highway 32, a 325.7-mile stretch of road …

NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – Twelve entrepreneurial pitch winners will vie for additional prize money at a regional pitch competition hosted by New North Inc. Regional winners will also be …

Oconto Falls’ local businesses team up to energize Main Street

OCONTO FALLS – Melanie Rice’s parents purchased The Flower Shoppe on Main Street in Oconto Falls when she was 10 years old, and she and her husband bought it from her parents about 22 …

M&M Children’s Museum’s renovations, new exhibits in progress

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MENOMINEE, MICH. – Born from a dream over seven years in the making and developed at her dining room table, Executive Director and Founder of the M&M Children’s Museum (located at 425 …

Tri-County United Way’s new fundraiser gives back

UP NORTH – After pulling back during the COVID-19 pandemic, Tri-County United Way is launching a new program to give a break to those who donate. Employees and others who give $1 a week, …

Regulatory costs heat up PFAS controversy

NORTHEAST WIS. – The two women who ran for state senator in the 12th District are both concerned about PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” in Wisconsin. Exactly what should happen …

Stephenson Town Board discusses enforcement of citations

STEPHENSON – The Stephenson Town Board met on Nov. 13 and reviewed town reports, approved contract renewals and discussed the need for someone with a background in law enforcement to serve …

Menominee County’s investment funds generate over $1 million

MENOMINEE, MICH. – Menominee County, Mich., is making money by having money to invest, according to an annual financial report presented at the Nov. 12 county board meeting. However, the county …

Aurora Medical Center - Bay Area raises awareness for women’s health

MENOMINEE, MICH. – The Aurora-Bay Area Women's Health department held a Women’s Wellness Event at the Riverside Country Club on Nov. 14 where women could hear from local doctors and peruse …

Peshtigo Water Committee decides natural fluoride is sufficient

PESHTIGO – While pressure is building for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to act on a judge’s order and reduce the maximum contaminant levels for fluoride, the City of Peshtigo …

Marinette High School honors Veterans Day

MARINETTE – On Nov. 11 the Marinette High School (MHS) hosted their annual Veterans Day celebration. In recognition of honorable work done by generations of veterans, MHS students showed their …

Peshtigo School Board reviews test scores

PESHTIGO – The Peshtigo School Board held their most recent meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 6. After approving the meeting agenda, the board heard a presentation regarding state assessment data from …

Republicans re-elected in Marinette, Menominee and Oconto counties

UP NORTH – Voters in Marinette, Menominee and Oconto counties supported Republican candidates over Democrats in every partisan race Nov. 5 and generally by a substantial margin. Former …

Peshtigo Common Council hears letter from police department

PESHTIGO – The Peshtigo Common Council held their most recent meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 6. After approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, the council opened up the floor for …

Crivitz voters OK school referendum

CRIVITZ – Voters in Crivitz School District approved a $29 million bond referendum by a wide margin Nov. 5, allowing the school district to proceed with its plans to renovate the elementary and …

Crivitz to hire two administrators

CRIVITZ – Village of Crivitz Clerk-Treasurer Kaitlin Deschane and Deputy Clerk Barb Uhl both have announced they are leaving their posts. Deschane’s letter of resignation was …

Coleman/Pound Lions hold Ninth Annual Salute to Service

COLEMAN/POUND – The Coleman/Pound Lions Club administered their ninth annual Veterans Honor/Salute to Service event on Friday, Nov. 8, where community veterans and a plus one can each redeem a …

Marinette Plan Commission votes against Garfield Elementary rezoning change

MARINETTE – On Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Marinette Plan Commission met to consider and possibly recommend the Common Council amends the Zoning District map to change the zoning designation of …

Leather Rich fights back in response to DNR’s lawsuit

NORTHEAST WIS. – Attorneys representing dry cleaners Leather Rich Inc. assert Wisconsin’s Spill Law is flawed because it gives the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources too much …

Remembering their service: Oconto County’s military history

OCONTO – Every year on Nov. 11 schools, businesses and organizations across the country hold a moment of silence to acknowledge the dedication and service of brave men and women. But this …

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