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Tomahawk Students Earn 'Pace Setter' Recognition for AP Scores

Published on 10/15/2024 under News Based on participation and success in Advanced Placement courses, Tomahawk High School students have earned a state recognition. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced that 151 high schools around the state earned Pacesetter Awards, with Tomahawk High School earning Level 3 distinction. The recognition is based on scores achieved last school year. Advanced Placement or AP courses are higher level offerings taught in the High School. At the conclusion of the year, the students, through testing, are able to earn college credits or test out of college courses entirely. To reach Level 3 achievement, more than 10% of THS students took an AP exam with 60% of those students earning a score of 3 or higher on the 5 point scale. THS offers AP courses in a wide curriculum including Biology, Calculus, English and History. Other Northwoods schools receiving the Level 3 distinction include Lakeland, Northland Pines, Medford, and Chequamegon.

Published on 10/15/2024 under News A local fire department is opening its doors this weekend to talk fire safety and showcase their equipment at a family friendly event. October is Fire Prevention Month, and departments around the Northwoods are helping spread the word. While much of that outreach involves firefighters visiting area schools and other community locations, the Little Rice Fire Department is inviting people to their station for the second of two planned 'Fire Up for Safety:Family Awareness Days.' On Saturday morning, they're inviting families to stop by. Ellen Mathein is helping organize the event. She says it's for people of all ages. They'll have plenty of hands-on, educational activities on fire safety and other life-saving actions. That includes using a fire extinguisher, administering a dose of Narcan, and performing the Heimlich and CPR. Mathein also notes that people will have a chance to check out some of their vehicles and equipment. And, weather and availability pending, a visit from the Life Link Helicopter. They'll also have information for those interested in joining the fire department. The Little Rice FD Fired Up for Safety event is Saturday morning at 10am at the Fire Station.

Published on 10/15/2024 under News In a little more than a decade, the WinMan Trails in Vilas County have quickly become an outdoor recreation destination, and a new project is aiming to allow on-site, overnight accommodations. Located up in Winchester, the non-profit recently announced their BaseCamp project. It will include on-site lodging opportunities, as well as the creation of a second trail head. According to the announcement, the plan is to establish a variety of overnight lodging options from rustic tent camping and RV sites, to tiny cabins and traditional cabins. They're also planning a communal building for visitors. The goal is to allow visitors to extend their stay, making their adventures longer, more convenient and memorable. While some of the build is already underway, they've launched a capital campaign to raise the approximately $1.1 million cost with both donations and naming and sponsorship opportunities. Once completed, they hope the lodging will generate funds that will help sustain and develop the trail system and property into the future. The WinMan Trails are used year-round in a variety of ways including hiking, biking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. You can visit their website for additional information.

Published on 10/15/2024 under News It won't be long before our area lakes freeze over for the winter. As waterfront property owners are removing their docks, lifts, and boats for the season, they are encouraged to check for aquatic invasive species. The DNR offered up a reminder to help keep waterways free from invaders like the zebra (photo) and quagga mussels by identifying, reporting, and removing them. These invasive mussels can attach themselves to solid structures like docks, rafts, and boat lifts that have spent the summer underwater. Fall removal of this equipment provides an opportunity for inspection. If you believe you have found zebra or quagga mussels in a lake or river not yet known to have them, the DNR encourages people snap a photo, collect a sample and provide that information to a local aquatic invasive species coordinator. Those contacts are available on the DNR website. It's also a good opportunity to wipe down and drain boats and trailers to prevent other AIS from hibernating or stowing away over the winter.

Published on 10/15/2024 under News A bridge replacement project is underway at Council Grounds State Park that may impact travel within the park over the next week and a half. An old wooden bridge along the river is being replaced with a culvert. They note the decking on the wood bridge was worn and the bridge supports are aging. They also hope the improvements will make the road easier to plow and maintain during the winter months. During the project, the road, beyond the family campground, will be closed to vehicle traffic. They'll also use the closure to complete some tree maintenance. They are asking park visitors avoid the work area to keep everyone safe and allow the work to be completed efficiently. If all goes according to plan, they hope to have the work wrapped up by next Thursday, October 15.

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Hatchet Football Team Defeats Merrill

Published on 10/15/2024 under Sports The Hatchets kept their playoff hopes alive in a wacky, yet entertaining win at Jay Stadium in Merrill Saturday, defeating the Blue Jays, 17-11. Tomahawk struggled to move the ball offensively, but they were able to take advantage of short fields set up by defensive stops. The Hatchets forced four Merrill turnovers, including three in the second half. Brayden Larson rushed for 107 yards and a touchdown. He also had a forced fumble, a fumble recovery, and the game sealing interception with one minute remaining. With the win, Tomahawk goes to 3-5 on the season and 2-4 in Great Northern Conference play. The Hatchets will now play for playoff eligibility Friday night at home against Lakeland. Tune in for the broadcast on Northwoods 92.5 WJJQ with the Fehrman Orthodontics Radio Pregame Show at 6:35 and kickoff at 7:00. Matt Turkiewicz and Alex Koch will be in the broadcast booth.

Published on 10/07/2024 under Sports Rhinelander students and community members were able to support one of their own this past week. The Hodag volleyball team traded their traditional green and black for pink Thursday. The team hosted a special match Thursday in support of Holly Klaas. Klaas is a 2004 Rhinelander High School graduate who now works in the district as a sign language interpreter. Earlier this year, Klaas received a breast cancer diagnosis. She underwent a double mastectomy over the summer and continues to undergo chemotherapy treatments. On Thursday, the volleyball team partnered with the high school's Health Occupations Students of America organization to host the 'Play for a Cure' match. The district shared the students were able to raise more than $1,600. The funds will go to Klaas and her family to help cover costs associated with treatment including daycare, gas, and food. The students wanted to thank the community for this support.

Published on 10/04/2024 under Sports On Dig Pick Night, the Hatchets were able to overcome service errors in Games two and three to defeat Northland Pines at home, 25-15, 21-25, 27-25, 25-17. Despite committing double-digit service errors on the night, Tomahawk was able to cancel that out with tremendous blocking and attacking from Freya Alberg and Siennah Caulkins. Alberg had ten kills and seven blocks on the night. Caulkins set a career-high with 16 kills. Shelby Borowski tied a season and career-high in assists with 34. The win puts Tomahawk at 10-15 on the season and 3-5 in Great Northern Conference play. The Hatchets will travel down to Medford for their next GNC Showdown Tuesday. Tune in for the broadcast on Northwoods 92.5 WJJQ with the Fehrman Orthodontics Radio Prematch Show at 6:40 and first serve at 7:00 with Matt Theiler and Alex Koch in the broadcast booth.

Published on 09/18/2024 under Sports Tomahawk's volleyball squad suffered their first Great Northern Conference defeat of the season Tuesday night in Antigo, losing 21-25, 15-25, 25-21, 18-25. Sienna Caulkins posted a career-high 15 kills, one of two Hatchets with double-digit kills on the night. Shelby Borowski also set a career-high with 40 assists. The loss drops Tomahawk to 8-9 on the season and 0-1 in GNC Play. Tomahawk will have the first half of the Great Northern Conference Tournament on Saturday in Lakeland. Tomahawk's three matches are against Medford, Northland Pines, and Mosinee.

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