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Never Forgotten Honor Flight Returns for 56th Mission; ~5,400 Vets Overall

Published on 06/01/2026 under News Another group of Northwoods veterans is traveling to the nation's capital on Monday to visit the monuments built in their honor. The Never Forgotten Honor Flight is embarking on the second of four planned missions to Washington, D.C., this year. Organizers expect 96 veterans to take part, including 95 from the Vietnam era and one from the Korean War. They are hoping for better travel luck than last month's flight, which experienced a few mechanical delays. Today's mission marks the 56th flight for the local hub since its founding in 2010. Over that time, nearly 5,400 local veterans have participated in the program. Organizers continue to encourage veterans who served in any location prior to June 7, 1975, to sign up if they haven't already taken part. The public is invited to give the veterans a warm welcome home at the end of their journey this evening. Honor Flight officials recommend arriving at Central Wisconsin Airport no later than 8:30 p.m.

Published on 06/01/2026 under News A tragic end to the search for a missing boater in Lac du Flambeau late last week. Officials say the body of Kyle Ascheman, 45, of Lake Geneva, was recovered from Whitefish Lake over the weekend. Ascheman was reportedly vacationing with his family in Lac du Flambeau at the time of his disappearance. The search began Thursday evening after a concerned citizen reported an unoccupied boat circling on the water. Authorities identified Ascheman as the boat's owner and contacted his family, who confirmed he was missing. A multi-agency search was launched Thursday night, continuing through Friday and into Saturday morning. First responders noted that difficult lake bed conditions and poor visibility impeded their efforts. Crews utilized specialized equipment, including aerial and underwater drones, sonar, and search dogs. On Saturday, a dive team located and recovered Ascheman's body in approximately 38 feet of water. The incident remains under investigation.

Published on 06/01/2026 under News Tomahawk residents may notice some changes to their water this week as the City of Tomahawk Water Department conducts its annual water main and hydrant flushing program. The Water Department says this annual flushing program is an essential part of maintaining a safe, clean, and reliable water system for the community. During the flushing process, residents may experience temporary drops in water pressure and occasional water discoloration caused by sediment being cleared from the system. City officials say this discoloration is normal and can usually be resolved by running a cold water tap for one to two minutes until it runs clear. As a precaution, residents are advised to avoid washing white or light-colored laundry while crews are working in their immediate area. Motorists should also use caution around work crews and watch for standing water on roadways. Crews will begin today and work through Friday in designated zones across the city.

Published on 06/01/2026 under News Wisconsin trail riders will need to double check ATV/UTV rules, as the new off-road vehicle regulations officially take effect today, June 1. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is rolling out the updated rules to bolster safety across the state's trail systems. Among the most notable updates is a seatbelt mandate for all UTV operators and passengers. Additionally, anyone riding in a vehicle without a windshield is now required to wear goggles, glasses, or a face shield. The regulations crack down on excessive noise, unnecessary tire spinning, and reckless operation on both trails and public roads, introducing stiffer penalties for property damage. UTV drivers will also have to comply with new window tint standards and strict limitations on towing individuals on sleds or trailers. On the mechanical side, the maximum allowable weight for UTVs has been increased to 3,500 pounds, and all UTVs must now be equipped with two functioning tail lights. With summer riding season kicking into high gear, the DNR is urging riders to thoroughly review the comprehensive, updated 60-page regulations booklet, which is currently available for download on their website. Beyond the new changes, DNR officials are reminding riders that foundational safety habits remain as critical as ever. "As always, ride safe by wearing your helmets and seatbelts, knowing the rules, and riding sober," said DNR Lt. Jacob Holsclaw.

Published on 06/01/2026 under News A state agency will once again be tracking spongy moths this summer across the western half of Wisconsin. The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced it will set more than 6,500 spongy moth traps across 36 counties, including Lincoln, Vilas, Oneida, Price, and Taylor. Program coordinator Amanda Miller noted that the traps serve a dual purpose: monitoring existing populations and catching new ones early. Miller says, "Even though spongy moth populations drastically decreased across the state again last season, there are still new outlier populations developing." The traps themselves are small, green, tent-shaped boxes tied to tree branches. Infused with the scent of a female spongy moth, the traps are completely undetectable to other insects but highly attractive to male spongy moths. State crews will monitor the traps through August, which is typically when the male moths stop flying for the season. Once the flight period ends, the traps will be removed. Property owners may spot agency staff tending to the sites over the summer. Those monitoring the traps will wear fluorescent safety vests and carry official identification cards. Each trap is clearly labeled with a phone number and a QR code that residents can use if they have questions or concerns.

Published on 06/01/2026 under News The Eagle River Area Fire Department turned a planned barn demolition into a valuable training opportunity. Firefighters and other first responders spent Saturday at the Northwoods Assembly of God Church. Before a controlled burn of an old barn, firefighters spent the morning conducting a variety of training exercises focused on emergency response skills in simulated smoke conditions and live-fire scenarios. As the day progressed, they then moved on to a controlled burn of the entire barn. The agency said the controlled burn was completed successfully with no fire spread to nearby structures and no spot fires reported. Fire officials say realistic training exercises like this provide hands-on experience that helps firefighters better protect the communities they serve. Several neighboring agencies and partners took part.

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Gibeault, Micke Advance to State

Published on 05/29/2026 under Sports Junior Athlete Elise Gibeault and Sophomore Athlete Ellie Micke would become the only Hatchets to qualify for the WIAA Division 2 State Track & Field Meet at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse next weekend. Gibeault would finish second in both the 200 and 400 meter dashes. Gibeault would re-set personal bests and school records in both events. The Junior finished with a run of 25.74 seconds in the 200 meter dash and a run of 56.39 seconds in the 400 meter dash. Gibeault would place behind only Hayward's Harper Sheehan in both events. As for Micke, she was the last qualifier in the field in the High Jump. Micke tied for the 4th spot in the sectional and would advance by way of tiebreaker. Micke's leap in the High Jump was 5'3". Gibeault and Micke will compete in the WIAA Division 2 State Meet in La Crosse Friday. Field Events begin at 3:00 PM. Running events begin at 3:30 PM.

Published on 05/28/2026 under Sports Despite coming back from down four runs in the fifth inning, Tomahawk's baseball squad would fall in extra innings in the WIAA Division 3 Regional Quarterfinal at Tyler Kahle Memorial Field to the Crandon Cardinals, 8-5. The Hatchets trailed 5-1 heading into the bottom of the fifth inning before tying the game up behind two-run hits from Nick Arndt and Max Larson. After the Hatchets stranded the winning run on third in the seventh, Crandon rolled off three runs off Hatchet pitcher Logan Norman to take the lead. Tomahawk would bring the tying run to the plate, but Arndt flew out to center to end the game and the season. Arndt finished two for five with a triple and two RBIs. Max Larson finished one for five with a double and two RBIs. Despite pitching five scoreless innings and retiring ten straight, Norman absorbed the loss on the mound. The Hatchets finish the 2026 season with a 9-11 record and a 7-7 Great Northern Conference record. Tomahawk graduates Norman, Arndt, Jonah Dickens, Wally Horabik, Colton Seslar, and Brody Hilgendorf.

Published on 05/27/2026 under Sports The Marawood Conference Champion Prentice Golf Team won the WIAA Regional Championship on Tuesday at the Inshalla Country Club. The Bucs set a school scoring record with a 297. Ladysmith finished 30 strokes behind Prentice. Eliah Harding led the way with an even par 70, Matti Heikkinen shot a 74, Hagan Isaacson a 76, Evan Lord a 78 and Jackson Isaacson shot a 79. Prentice will compete in the WIAA Sectional Meet on Tuesday at Big Fish Golf Club in Hayward. The first tee times are at 9:00 am.

Published on 05/27/2026 under Sports At the WIAA Division 2 Regional Track & Field Meet in Medford Tuesday, the Hatchets withstood a two-hour, 45-minute weather delay to have ten total events make the sectional meet. On the girls' side, Tomahawk will have six athletes compete. Taking the regional title in the 200 and 400 meter runs was Elise Gibeault with times of 26.19 and 57.28 seconds, respectively. For the second straight year, Alicia Voermans would advance to the sectional round in the Pole Vault. Voermans also qualified for sectionals in the 100 meter dash. Faith Derleth would advance in the 400 meter dash, placing third. Ellie Micke took home the regional title in the high jump with a leap of five feet even. Siennah Calkins was regional runner-up in the triple jump with a leap of 33'10". Lauren Riebe would finish as the regional runner-up in the 300 meter hurdles. Two Hatchet male athletes will compete in the sectional meet. Freshman Connor Zorn would take third in the Long Jump and the 100 meter dash. Beau Stromberg is moving on to the sectional meet in the 400 meter run, placing third with a run of 54.14 seconds. The WIAA Division 2 Track & Field Sectional Meet is Friday at Rice Lake. Opening Events begin at 4:00.

Published on 05/26/2026 under Sports Tomahawk softball's season would end in the WIAA Division 3 Regional Semifinal Tuesday at Biggs Frey Memorial Field, losing to #3 Prescott, 9-5. The Hatchets went back and forth with the Cardinals for five innings before Prescott scored the final six runs to seal the victory. Averi Petta finished three for three with two triples, a home run, and three RBIs. Camryn Kraklow and Abi Micke each came away with RBI hits on the day. Kraklow, however, would allow nine runs on seven hits and walked eight batters in the game. Tomahawk wraps up their 2026 season with an 11-11 record and a 7-8 Great Northern Conference record. The Hatchets graduate Sophie Olsen, Ella Peissig, Kylie Peissig, Siennah Caulkins, and Abi Micke.

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