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Tomahawk Considering Food Truck Ordinance, Annual License

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.

Published on 03/05/2026 under News As clocks "spring forward" this weekend for daylight saving time, sleep experts say many people may feel the effects of the time change. As a registered polysomnographic technologist at Asprius, Jessica Harris specializes in sleep. She says the time shift can disrupt the body's natural sleep-wake cycle. She explains that longer daylight in the evening can delay the release of melatonin, the hormone that signals the body it's time to sleep. That disruption can make it harder to fall asleep and wake up, especially for night shift workers, teenagers, and people who struggle with insomnia. Harris says the loss of sleep can lead to fatigue, trouble concentrating at school or work, and may even contribute to an increase in car accidents, brain fog, and depression during the first week after the time change. Experts recommend preparing for the time shift by gradually adjusting sleep schedules. Try going to bed and waking up 15 to 20 minutes earlier over the next few days. Getting plenty of morning sunlight in the days that follow, can also help the body adapt. For people with ongoing sleep problems, Aspirus Health offers diagnostic sleep studies that monitor sleep stages, breathing, and heart function to help identify possible sleep disorders.

Published on 03/05/2026 under News While cases of Chronic Wasting Disease remain low in the Northwoods, targeted sampling in Oneida County did turn up some positive results this past hunting season. The Wisconsin DNR released their 2025 CWD sampling summary on Wednesday. The goal was to help the agency better understand disease levels and distribution in areas where recent detections were recorded. Looking at the big picture first, statewide nearly 18,000 deer were sampled, with around 2,000 positive tests for chronic wasting disease. Nearly all of the cases were in southwestern and south central Wisconsin. Here in the Northwoods, an area of Oneida County was selected as a priority sampling area, with 437 submissions. Five of those tests came back positive, According to the DNR one positive sample came from the northwestern portion of the county, far removed from past detections. Elsewhere in the Northwoods, it was good results overall. Between Lincoln, Vilas, Price and Langlade Counties more nearly 600 samples came back clean. The DNR thanked all the hunters who submitted a samples, business owners who managed sampling sites and those who participated in the Adopt-a-Kiosk program. Across the state there were 242 CWD sampling locations available. Those interested can find more information on the DNR website.

Published on 03/05/2026 under News While scammers can strike at any time, officials are highlighting those risks today as part of an awareness campaign. Each March, partners including banks, law enforcement, and the Social Security Administration take part in 'Slam the Scam' Day with a goal of raising awareness to cut down on those victimized by scammers. Scammers utilize various channels: phone calls, emails, texts, letters, and social media messages. Some scammers use deadlines or threats to scare their victims into a decision, while others may play a long game, attempting to gain your trust before striking. Even though their methods differ, they are typically seeking either a payment or personal information like banking numbers, passwords, or social security numbers. A few common scams at this time of the year are related to tax filing and fake spring break emergencies. Some of the most effective tools are caution and awareness. It's also a good idea to share these conversations with friends, family and neighbors. If you believe you've fallen victim, report them promptly.

Published on 03/05/2026 under News A close call involving a police officer in Wausau has the agency warning drivers to be alert for pedestrians at crossings. The agency highlighted the incident and passed along this safety message on their social media this week. It came after a resident initially contacted police regarding crosswalks and speeding vehicles near Marathon Park. A lieutenant was sent out the area to monitor the crosswalk. As he exited the vehicle, he saw, first-hand, those safety concerns. A vehicle sped through the crosswalk near where the officer was walking. The incident was captured on video. The Department wrote, "If you're not seeing a large uniformed police officer, are you seeing someone walking a dog, an elder or a child?" They noted while pedestrians do have a responsibility, vehicle drivers need to yield the right-of-way when a pedestrian is in an uncontrolled crosswalk. And while this incident happened in Wausau, it's a safety message that resonates in communities around the Northwoods. And with warming weather, there will be more pedestrians and bicyclists out and about in the coming weeks and months.

Published on 03/04/2026 under News With the spring thaw underway, local road crews are beginning to announce the spring weight limits. The seasonal weight limits are temporary restrictions, generally put on local roads by townships and counties in their respective jurisdictions. This is because roads become more susceptible to damage from heavy weights as the frost leaves the ground. While some municipalities may offer an emergency exemption, residents are encouraged to take care of any overweight deliveries or pick-ups before they are put in place. Lincoln County Highway Department announced the temporary weight restrictions will take effect on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. The Town of Bradley announced the same. Meanwhile, Oneida County Highway Department says that spring weight limits 'may be going on soon,' but they have not provided a specific date at this time. We'll share that and any other announcements as we receive them.

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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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