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Proposed 2027 budget adds $48 per $100,000 to city tax bills

Rhinelander property owners would pay about $48 more in city taxes per $100,000 of assessed value next year under the proposed 2027 budget. The budget raises the city’s general property tax levy by …
The Hodag Dome was bustling with activity Tuesday , Nov. 3, as City of Rhinelander voters cast their ballots in the midterm election.

Crowley elected governor; Alfonso, Swearingen win Northwoods races

At a glance (unofficial results) Governor: Democrat David Crowley defeated Republican Tom Tiffany, roughly 53%–47%. 7th Congressional District: Republican Michael …

Rhinelander swim heads to sectionals

The girls swim team will have 10 swimmers headed to Rice Lake on Saturday to attempt to win the sectional for the 8th year in a row to go along with the 8th conference championship they won on …
The Rhinelander District Library's 2027 budget remains in limbo following an arbitration meeting on Oct. 27.

Library budget in limbo after arbitration meeting

Representatives of the municipalities that make up the Rhinelander Library District – Pine Lake, Pelican, Newbold, Crescent and the City of Rhinelander – met at the library on Tuesday Oct. 27 to …
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Volunteers needed for Repair Fair at the Hodag Dome

Have a knack for fixing things? The Hodag Dome is looking for volunteer fixers to share their skills and help give broken or damaged items a second life at its upcoming Repair Fair on Saturday, …

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In the 17th minute Asher Rivord scored for the Hodags on a header off a corner kick.

Hodag Soccer begins regional play

Regional play for soccer began on Thursday with the Hodags play at Merrill against the Bluejays.  Merrill scored first in the 11th minute.  The Hodags responded in the 17th minute with a …
Sophomore Connor McGee ran up the middle for a large gain in the 4th quarter, part of his 142 yards rushing.

Hodag Football plays in round 1 of playoffs

Level 1 of the football playoffs began on Friday night with the Hodags making a trip to Appleton to play at Fox Valley Lutheran.  The Hodags received the opening kickoff but could not get …

Hodag Football Watch Party

Members of the football team and coaches gathered in the High School library on Saturday morning for a watch party to see where the team would be playing on Friday. The Hodags are a 6 seed and will …
Early in the game at Pines Caden Ehrhardt jumps for a save.

Hodag Soccer preparing for playoffs

Hodag soccer played 2 games last week, Tuesday at Northland Pines and Thursday at home in the rain against Antigo. Pines scored in the third minute and scored another in the first half and led …
Number 47, Trevor Denton covered the Lakeland fumble on the Thunderbirds first drive.

PHOTOS: Rhinelander High School Football

PHOTOS: Rhinelander High School Football
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Fritsch: Finding his calling

“I tend to tell people when they ask, ‘Hey, did your dad ever hold any records?’ Well, yeah, he kicked the 52-yard field goal in New York… and it was just like a snap, a hold, and he was a …

Obituaries
Obituaries
Jennifer Lynn (Cahak) Lyman
Jennifer Lynn (Cahak) Lyman, 55, passed away November 2, 2026. Visitation for Jennie will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM with Memorial Services following at …
Andrew Joseph Alsteen
August 18, 1942 ~ October 21, 2026 Age ~ 84 Andrew Joseph Alsteen, 84, of the Town of Pine Lake, passed away at home on Wednesday morning, October 21, 2026, with his family at his side and …
David Eugene Reich
David Eugene Reich
David Eugene Reich of Rhinelander passed away at home on April 8, 2026, aged 70. Dave was born May 29, 1955, the middle child of Eugene “Tud” and Carole (Wood) Reich. Dave graduated from …
Judith A Lund
Judith A Lund, age 85, of Rhinelander, died on October 13, 2026 . There are no services scheduled at this time. You may leave your private condolences for the Lund family at …
Betty Jean Anderson
Betty Jean Anderson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother peacefully went home to be with the Lord on October 17, 2026 in Rhinelander, Wisconsin at the age of 95. Visitation …
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