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Tomahawk HS Innovation Lab Receives Generous Donation from CNH Industrial Case Construction

Published on 03/06/2026 under News Tomahawk High School is expanding hands-on, high-tech learning opportunities thanks to an ongoing partnership with a local manufacturer. The Tomahawk School District has received $16,989 from CNH Industrial and CASE Construction Equipment, helping upgrade several pieces of advanced manufacturing equipment in the Hatchet Innovation Lab, the district's version of a Fab Lab. The latest funding allowed the lab to add a new 3D printer, a large-format laminator and cutter, and embroidery and grommet machines. Teacher Andy Peissig says, "Over the past several years, our Innovation Lab has grown into a dynamic space where students design, prototype, manufacture, and market real products using professional-grade equipment." The investment strengthens the connection between classroom learning and careers in advanced manufacturing and entrepreneurship. The tools in the lab mirror the processes used in advanced manufacturing facilities, providing students with authentic, career-ready experiences before they graduate. Peissig says it has become a "place where creativity meets technology, where ideas become products, and where students build the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world." The district says, "By investing in our Innovation Lab, CNH Industrial/CASE Construction Equipment is investing directly in the future workforce of our community. We are deeply grateful for their partnership and belief in our students."

Published on 03/06/2026 under News Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday. When setting your clocks forward, local emergency teams are also suggesting people check off other emergency tasks around the home. Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle says, "Daylight saving time is more than adjusting a clock, it's an opportunity to be prepared. Emergencies can happen at any time and springing into action now can keep our loved ones and property safe." Of course the most common reminder is to change out the batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. The units should also be tested as they do have recommended expiration dates. The Lincoln County Health Department noted that over the past five years, Lincoln County has had a higher rate of ER visits due to carbon monoxide poisoning than the state as a whole. In addition to smoke and carbon monoxide batteries, Ready Wisconsin also provided some additional tips around the home. They recommend creating a home emergency kit, or if you already have one, review the items. It should include food and water to last three days, a battery-powered radio and light source, a supply of batteries, and a first aid kit. And as we change seasons in the coming weeks, a quick outdoor home inspection helps. Check on gutters and drainage to prevent home flooding, as well as any trees and branches that could become hazards during spring and summer storms.

Published on 03/06/2026 under News Mild temperatures and rain have likely put an end to another local snowmobile season. Oneida County is the latest to announce a trail closures, effective as of 8am this morning. They also remind riders that operating a closed trail is prohibited. According to the announcement, at this time, it is a temporary closure and the trails may reopen when/if weather and trail conditions improve. Oneida County riders had about ten weeks of riding this year, the trails opened just ahead of Christmas. Those looking to get in one last weekend of riding will have to head further north. As of Friday morning, the trails in Vilas and Iron Counties do remain open. Earlier this week, Lincoln County announced trail closures for the remainder of the year, regardless of any additional snowfall.

Published on 03/06/2026 under News While the riding season has come to a close here in Lincoln County, a local snowmobile club tasked with maintaining the system received a boost. Earlier this week, the Tomahawk STAR Foundation awarded the Knight Owls Snowmobile Club with a $2,000 grant for the purchase of trail maintenance equipment. The Knight Owls maintain the snowmobile trails in and around the greater Tomahawk area. This isn't the first time the two organizations linked up recently. At the start of the new year, Nancy Swan, on behalf of the Knight Owls, participated in the STAR Foundation STAR Splash. In fact, the Knight Owls were the leading fundraiser in that effort as well. Speaking of STAR Foundation fundraisers, they also teased the return of the Best Burger in Paradise Contest, which kicks off April 1.

Published on 03/06/2026 under News With the spring thaw well underway, the DNR is reminding anglers of the ice shanty removal deadlines including one coming up this weekend. Officials note the deadlines to remove shelters help eliminate spring shoreline litter and boating dangers this spring. For most inland waterways, the state is divided into a Northern and Southern Zone separated in this area by Highway 64. Starting on Sunday, shelters must be removed from waters in the southern zone. Anglers in the Northern zone get an extra two weeks with the deadline on March 15. With the current forecast and deteriorating ice conditions, it may be of benefit to begin planning removal of these ice shelters as well. Once the removal deadline passes, anglers can continue to use portable ice fishing shelters as long as they are removed daily when not in use. The DNR also reminds everyone considering heading onto the ice at this time of year to use extra caution do to rapidly changing conditions.

Published on 03/05/2026 under News Food trucks have grown in popularity in recent years, with these mobile restaurants now operating in most Northwoods communities. As their presence grows, some communities are updating local rules to address them. In Tomahawk, several food trucks operate within city limits at any given time, and the Tomahawk City Council is considering a new ordinance that would regulate "outdoor food stands and mobile food units" while also establishing a $125 annual license. The proposal came out of the city's Health and Safety Committee. The ordinance outlines a variety of requirements for vendors. Among them are rules aimed at preventing congestion on roads and sidewalks, providing trash receptacles for customers, and restricting sales withing 100 feet of an existing restaurant without permission. The vendor must also display their license, name and phone number during operation. The proposal includes some exemptions who would not be required to obtain the license. This includes charitable organizations operating occasional food stands or bake sales; those operating at a farmer's market or flea market; and youth lemonade stands or similar fundraisers. The ordinance was introduced at Tuesday's City Council meeting. It will be back on the April agenda for consideration. Council members did not discuss the proposal during Tuesday's meeting.

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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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