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Tomahawk Area Veteran’s Day Pool Tournament Raises ~$20,000 for Honor Flight

Published on 11/09/2026 under News From the opening break to the final pocketed ball, Tomahawk's 3rd Annual Veterans Day Pool Tournament was a tremendous success, raising over $20,000 to send local veterans to Washington, D.C to visit the Memorials built in their honor. Much like a clean table run, a local pool tournament in Tomahawk over the weekend was a resounding success, raising over $20,000 for the Never Forgotten Honor Flight. The 3rd Annual Veterans Day Pool Tournament brought together nearly 100 players, some of whom traveled more than two hours to participate. Around a dozen local establishments hosted matches, while organizers assembled over 80 raffle baskets thanks to generous community donations. Lead organizer Misty Bergsrud, a veteran herself, expressed deep gratitude for everyone involved. She shared, "It takes an army to run an event of this size...I'll never be able to repay everyone who helped." With several tournament winners even donating their prize money back towards the cause, this year's event officially became the most successful in its three-year history. It costs roughly $500 per veteran to participate in the Never Forgotten Honor Flight. This weekend's effort will fully cover the trip for more than 40 local heroes on upcoming flights to the nation's capital. With Veterans Day just around the corner, the event's overwhelming success serves as a powerful reminder of the Northwoods' dedication to honoring its military service members.

Published on 11/09/2026 under News Volunteers gathered in Taylor County last month for a five-day trail effort, completing a major milestone along the Ice Age Trail. Dubbed the "Buzz Bash," the event honored the late Gerald "Buzz" Meyer, a longtime Ice Age Trail Alliance volunteer from Medford. Over four days of field work, dedicated volunteer crews painted more than 4,000 fresh yellow blazes across 60 miles of trail throughout Taylor County. The final blaze was symbolically painted by Meyer's siblings, Ann and David. Organizers credited months of advance preparation by Alliance signage specialists for laying the groundwork, allowing crews to reblaze nearly the entire Taylor County segment to official standards in record time—ensuring a clear path for hikers for years to come. The project capped off a busy season for the Ice Age Trail in northern Wisconsin. Across several summer volunteer efforts, crews worked on trail maintenance, corridor clearing and infrastructure upgrades in Lincoln and Langlade Counties. The Ice Age Trail spans more than 1,200 miles across Wisconsin, crossing 30 counties.

Published on 11/09/2026 under News High-speed internet is expanding across the Northwoods following a major state funding announcement last week. Governor Tony Evers and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin awarded nearly $58 million through the State Broadband Expansion Grant Program, aiming to connect more than 18,000 unserved homes and businesses statewide. Locally, more than $3 million will go toward multiple broadband projects spanning Iron, Vilas, and Price Counties. Partnering with providers including Brightspeed, GogebicRangeNet, and Norvado, the buildout is expected to bring high-speed connections to more than 900 locations in the region. Governor Evers emphasized that internet access is a necessity, not a luxury. Since 2019, state administration grants have helped deliver new or improved service to over 428,000 Wisconsin locations. The applications requests continue to exceed available funding. Officials noted this could be the final round of grants, unless state lawmakers authorize additional resources to the program.

Published on 11/09/2026 under News Classroom learning and local industry are coming together in Rhinelander following a major community investment. The School District of Rhinelander has announced a growing partnership with AirPro Fan & Blower Company, highlighted by a $10,000 donation to the district's Technical Education Department. School representatives recently met with the AirPro team to develop ways to expand hands-on technical learning, career exploration, and real-world skills designed to prepare students directly for the regional workforce. Superintendent Eric Burke says, "This is exactly the type of partnership that benefits our students, our local businesses, and our entire Northwoods community." He added, "Working alongside businesses like AirPro allows us to connect what students are learning in the classroom with the opportunities and needs of our regional workforce." In recognition of the gift, AirPro's support will be honored on the Dr. Lee Swank Wall of Honor located inside the new Technical Education wing at Rhinelander High School. The wall recognizes community partners whose contributions create lasting opportunities for Hodag students.

Published on 11/09/2026 under News State and local health officials are investigating a potential measles exposure at the Marshfield Medical Center emergency department in Weston. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the Marathon County Health Department report that an individual with confirmed measles visited the ER on Ministry Parkway while contagious on Thursday, November 5th, between 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Anyone at the emergency department during that window should immediately check their vaccination status and monitor for symptoms. This exposure also serves as a good reminder. If you develop symptoms of measles, stay home and call your provider before seeking care so hospital staff can take precautions against further spread. According to the latest DHS update, there have been more than 450 measles cases in Wisconsin since July. Further updates on public exposure sites will be posted on the Wisconsin DHS website.

Published on 11/09/2026 under News Authorities are investigating a workplace accident in Marathon County last week that claimed the life of a 47-year-old worker. Responders in Kronenwetter were called to American Asphalt on Happy Hollow Road Wednesday morning at shortly after 10am. The initial call indicated an employee trapped in a silo gate. Upon arrival crews provided immediate care on scene. The man was transported to a nearby hospital where he later died from his injuries. The man's name was not immediately released. Based on the preliminary investigation, the worker was checking conditions inside a silo when he became stuck between the gate doors. There are no signs of criminal activity. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was notified and is investigating.

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Hatchet Girls Swim Season Ends at Rice Lake

Published on 11/09/2026 under Sports The Hatchet girls' swim season would end at the WIAA Division 2 Sectional Meet in Rice Lake Saturday afternoon. As a team, the Hatchets would finish 10th out 12 teams, ahead of Mosinee and Colby/Abbotsford. The top finisher for the Hatchets in the meet was Kaylee Roberts, placing seventh in the 100 yard backstroke with a time of 1:11.83. Aubrey Tollefson placed tenth in the 100 yard breaststroke, clocking in at 1:21.62. Tollefson, Roberts, Kortney Busterud, and Sloane Eisenman would finish ninth in the 200 medley relay with a time of 2:21.31. This concludes the Hatchet girls' swim season.

Published on 11/02/2026 under Sports At the WIAA Division 2 State Cross Country Meet in Wisconsin Rapids, The two Tomahawk female qualifiers placed in the top 100. Senior Elise Gibeault ended her high school cross country career placing 40th. Gibeault finished with a time of 20:12. As for Sophomore Charlee Lund, she placed 95th in her second straight state appearance. Lund clocked in with a time of 21:14. This concludes the Tomahawk Cross Country Season.

Published on 10/24/2026 under Sports Gibeault, Lund Head to State Cross Country Halloween Afternoon Two Hatchet Cross Country athletes will be making their trip to the Ridges in the Wisconsin Rapids for the WIAA Division 2 State Cross Country Meet next week. At the Sectional Meet in Rhinelander, Senior runner Elise Gibeault and Sophomore athlete Charlee Lund would each finish in the top ten time-wise, making the Hatchet athletes automatic qualifiers. Gibeaults placed fifth with a time of 20:17. Lund was right behind Gibeault, placing sixth with a time of 20:22. As a team, the Hatchets would finish just outside of the top two, placing third behind Lakeland and Wittenberg-Birnamwood. Tomahawk's boys would place eighth overall in the Sectional Meet. Jordyn Carew finished as the boys' fastest runner with a time of 18:24. Gibeault and Lund will compete in the WIAA Division 2 State Cross Country Meet at the Ridges in Wisconsin Rapids Halloween. The Division 2 Race begins at 12:40. Tomahawk Football Stymied in Second Half at Brillion, Ending Season The Hatchet Football Season would end in the WIAA Division 5 First Round of the Playoffs as they would fall to #3 Brillion Friday night, 27-7. Tomahawk led 7-0 with less than 30 seconds remaining on a 20-yard touchdown run by Hudson Evans. However, the Lions scored 13 points in the final seconds of the first half, including a pick-six as it came to end. After the interception, the Hatchets failed to re-establish any momentum in the second half. Tomahawk was limited to less than 50 total yards and failed to cross the Brillion 50 in the second half. Max Larson finished with 47 rushing yards, leading the way on the ground for Tomahawk. The Hatchet Football squad would finish 4-6 on the season and 4-3 in Great Northern Conference play. 11-Player Football Playoff Scores: ,#5 D2 Marshfield 44, #4 D2 Wausau East 14 #2 D3 Medford 42, #7 D3 Green Bay West 0 #3 D3 Fox Valley Lutheran 54, #6 D3 Rhinelander 14 #4 D3 Luxemburg-Casco 42, #5 D3 Merrill 14 #3 D7 Hilbert 46, #6 D7 Abbotsford 7 8-Player Football Playoff Scores: #6 Athens 48, #2 Hurley 42 #1 Laona-Wabeno 42, #4 Northwood/Solon Springs 0 Hatchet Girls Swimmers Place Ninth in GNC Meet at Lakeland At the Great Northern Conference Girls Swimming Meet in Lakeland Friday, the Hatchet girls as a team would place ninth to wrap up their regular season. The Hatchets as a team would have a couple of ninth-place finishes in relay events. Kami Gabrich, Kortney Busterud, Aubrey Tollefson, and Kaylee Roberts placed ninth in the 400 yard freestyle with a time of 4:33.61. Tomahawk also had Roberts, Busterud, Gabrich, and Sloane Eisenman place ninth in the 200 yard freestyle, clocking in at 2:04.95. Tollefson placed tenth in the 100 breastroke with a time of 1:22.14. The WIAA Division 2 Sectional Meet for the Hatchet Girls Swimmers will take place November 7th at Rice Lake.

Published on 10/21/2026 under Sports The Hatchet Volleyball season came to a quick end in the WIAA Division 3 Regional Quarterfinal Tuesday night as they would get swept at Weyauwega-Fremont, 25-14, 25-12, 25-8. The Hatchets were unable to overcome hot starts by the Warhawks and allowed 13 aces in the match. In her final high school volleyball match, Senior Outside Hitter Averi Petta led the Hatchets with eight kills. Lexi Palmer had 12 assists on the night. Tomahawk finishes the 2026 season with a 6-29 overall record and a 1-9 Great Northern Conference record. The lone Hatchet Senior to graduate is Averi Petta.

Published on 10/17/2026 under Sports Tomahawk's Cross Country squads provided some encouraging finishes in the Great Northern Conference meet Saturday at Hatchet Field, each placing third. For the girls, three Hatchets placed in the top 15. Charlee Lund placed fifth with a time of 19:34. Right behind Lund was Elise Gibeault, placing sixth and clocking in at 19:43. Ellie Micke placed 14th with a time of 21:51. On the boys' side, three athletes placed in the top 20. Jordyn Carew placed 12th, clocking in at 17:39. Connor Zorn finished 15th with a time of 17:58. Dawson Jones went 16th with a time of 18:11. The WIAA Division 2 Cross Country Sectional Meet for Tomahawk is Friday at Rhinelander. Team Finishes: Girls: 1st – Lakeland 2nd – Rhinelander 3rd – Tomahawk 4th – Merrill 5th – Mosinee 6th – Antigo 7th – Medford Boys: 1st – Lakeland 2nd – Rhinelander 3rd - Tomahawk 4th – Mosinee 5th – Northland Pines 6th – Medford 7th – Antigo

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