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Marshfield Clinic Research Institute Studying Ticks; To Seek Public Submissions

Published on 04/03/2025 under News Tick season is right around the corner, and scientists at the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute will once again be collecting and studying ticks with the help of the public. The research is focused on the distribution of tick species in the area, including any new, invasive ticks that may be moving into Wisconsin. They will also identify the microbes carried by each tick, and any disease-causing pathogens. To establish their 'Tick Inventory,' researchers put out a call for the public to participate by submitting ticks. In year one, they received more than 6,000 ticks stretching from Ashland to Kenosha. They were primarily wood ticks, with deer ticks the second most common. But they also received some less-common-to-Wisconsin species. Jennifer Meece is the executive director of the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute. She says, "We had overwhelming support from people (who) are curious and invested in helping better identify the health threats associated with ticks." They're asking for submissions again this spring and summer. This year the kits will also include an new, optional survey. Questions previous tick-borne disease diagnosis, tick precautions, and potential follow-up studies. Tick submissions from all over Wisconsin is encouraged, regardless of if the person is a Marshfield Clinic patient. The submission kits will be available at most Marshfield Clinic locations or requested. To request a pre-paid collection kit be sent to you, contact tics@marshfieldclinic.org or 1-715-389-7796 (extension 16462). They've also invited park and nature centers around the state to have kits available. Learn more

Published on 04/03/2025 under News The Tomahawk School Board will have two new members. There were three seats for Tomahawk School Board on Tuesday's ballot. Ann Swenty was the only incumbent seeking re-election, and she ran unopposed. She'll be joined by newcomer Steve Heinrich, who was the lone candidate for an open seat. There were no candidates on the ballot for the third seat, representing the city of Tomahawk, leaving the winner to a write-in. And while it took a little extra time, Jennifer Black was the clear winner with more than 250 votes. Ahead of the election, she announced a write-in campaign. In all more than 40 people received votes including some fictional characters like Boba Fett and Mickey Mouse; former teachers; and some current and former board members. Outside of Black, no other write-in candidate received more than 4 votes, according to the preliminary results.

Published on 04/03/2025 under News Utility crews continue to make progress with power restoration efforts in the Northwoods. Today marks the fifth day since a winter storm crossed Northern Wisconsin, leaving more than 100,000 people without power in the WPS footprint. As we start the day Thursday, there are approximately 3,500 outages remaining. These are in the areas hardest hit by the storm, primarily Forest, Marinette, and Oconto Counties. In our immediate area, there are fewer than 30 outages in Lincoln, Oneida and Vilas Counties. WPS has brought in workers from neighboring utilities to assist in their efforts, which continue around the clock. They hope to have a majority of power restored by the end of the day today.

Published on 04/03/2025 under News Several Tomahawk High School students have been in Madison over the past few days, competing in a professional skills competition. The Alliant Energy Center and Madison Area Technical College are co-hosting the 52nd edition of the Skills USA, Wisconsin State Leadership and Skills Conference. In all, more than 1,700 Wisconsin students were invited to participate including ,middle and high school as well as college. The participants qualified through regional competitions earlier this year. The students will compete in one of more than 75 events based on career-ready fields ranging from aviation maintenance and culinary arts to masonry and video news production. All contests are judged by experts and professionals in each field. The state winners will qualify for the National competition which will be held in Atlanta in June.

Published on 04/03/2025 under News The DNR is looking to improve bicycling opportunities in the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest. These changes would require a variance to the property Master Plan, and the public has a chance to weigh in. The Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest provides a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities across more than 230,000 acres in Northern Wisconsin. According to the announcement, the first proposal would identify approximately 7 miles of authorized bicycle touring trails on DNR lands. The trail is intended to be paved yet may utilize a gravel surface until funding opportunities arise for the final improvements. The second proposes adding specific language to the master plan for the authorization of a vault toilet facility along an existing bicycle touring trail. The public can review the draft variance by visiting the DNR's Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest Master Plan Variance webpage. They'll accept comments through April 11.

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Tomahawk Hatchets Claim First High School State Hockey Championship

Published on 03/10/2025 under Sports The Tomahawk Hatchet hockey team capped off the most successful season in school history by capturing the program's first State Championship. The Hatchets defeated the Amery Warriors 5-3 to claim the division 2 crown. Known for their explosive offense throughout the season, Tomahawk wasted little time jumping out in front with Jett Reilly scoring on a breakaway just 42 seconds into the game. Amery tied the game a few minutes later when forward Jacob Maxon beat Hatchet goaltender Trevor Seliskar from distance. While the Hatchets controlled play in the first, they were unable to regain their lead. The second period saw Amery take their first lead of the game when Elliot Greene put a tough angle shot into the net for a power play goal. The Hatchets tied the game and then regained the lead with successive goals, Jonah Dickens then Brayden Lamer with the power play. Sawyer Hanna scored what was eventually the game-winning goal early in the third period, tucking in a rebound off a Lamer shot from the point. The teams then traded scores to close out the game, with Reilly providing an insurance goal, followed by another Amery power play goal by Gavin Humpal. While Amery pulled their goaltender for an extra skater for the final three minutes, they were unable to generate many scoring chances, and the Hatchets held on for victory. Tomahawk was the consensus number 1 rated team in division two throughout the season and finished with a 25-3 record including the regular and postseason. The victory was deemed 'mission accomplished' by coach Dewey Reilly after the Hatchets, the smallest school to field a hockey program, were knocked out in the first round of the state tournament in 2024.

Published on 03/02/2025 under Sports The Tomahawk Hatchet Girls Basketball Team had their season come to an end on Friday, February 28 with a WIAA Regional Semi Final loss at Menomonie Nation. The final was 59-26 in favor of the Eagles. Tomahawk finishes their season with a 12-13 record. The twelve wins for Tomahawk are the most wins in a season since the 2002-03 season and tied for the fourth most wins in a season. Tomahawk won a playoff game for the second consecutive season, with their 50-35 win over Sturgeon Bay in the WIAA Regional Quarter Finals. Tomahawk finished the Great Northern Conference season with a 4-8 record. The Hatchets had three members of their team recognized on the all conference team. Junior Freya Alberg was Second Team All-Conference. Senior Claire Albert and Freshman Lizzy Long were both Honorable Mention All-Conference. Freya Alberg led Tomahawk with 348 points and 261 rebounds. Claire Albert had 249 points and led the Hatchets with 93 assists and 69 steals. Albert also set the school record for most career assists with 296 and most career steals with 239. Albert holds or is tied for five additional school records. The Hatchets tied a school record in their win over Elcho in December, when they held the Hornets to just 10 points. Tomahawk will graduate three seniors, Claire Albert, Gracie Long and Lydia Ziert.

Published on 03/01/2025 under Sports The Hatchet girls' basketball squad had their season come to an end at Menominee Nation High School in Keshena Friday, losing in the WIAA Division 3 Regional Semifinal, 59-26. In her final game, Claire Albert finished with 10 points. Freya Alberg had 15 points. Unfortunately, Alberg, Albert, and Anita Ziert were the only three Hatchets to find the scoreboard. Tomahawk finishes the 2024-25 season with a 12-13 record and a 4-8 Great Northern Conference record. The Hatchets graduate three seniors, who are Albert, Lydia Ziert, and Gracie Long. The 12 wins by the Lady Hatchets is the most wins by a Hatchets squad since the 2002-03 season and the seventh most wins in a season in school history.

Published on 02/28/2025 under Sports The Hatchet boys' basketball squad finished their 2024-25 season on a sour note, losing to Antigo Thursday night, 72-52. Tomahawk will finish the season on a 15-game losing streak, a 4-20 record, and an 0-12 record in Great Northern Conference play. The Hatchets are the #11 seed in the WIAA Division 3 Regional Quarterfinal. Tomahawk begins postseason play against #6 seed Menominee Nation Tuesday night. If the Hatchets pull of the upset, they will play at #3 seed Seymour next Friday. Tune in for the Fehrman Orthodontics Radio Pregame Show at 6:35 and opening tip at 7:00. Alex Koch and Terry Timm will be in the broadcast booth.

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