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191 acres of forest land in Vilas County are now protected in perpetuity. The modest section of land is being added to the Upper Wisconsin River Forest.While a comparatively small parcel, its conservation has big implications for forest health, wildlife, and the local economy.

The program is set to sunset in June unless Republicans and Democrats reach a deal

Paul Vedder of Hazelhurst was the person hurt

Many wildlife managers see the rodent as a nuisance that harms trout. But scientists argue they’re essential to controlling floods and wildfires

Debate rescheduled after candidate Chris Taylor develops kidney stones

A jury in Wisconsin has found a man guilty of election fraud and identity theft for requesting the ballots of Republican state Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Democratic Racine Mayor Cory Mason without their consent.

The only systems to remain open are the Boulder Junction trail system, Land O’Lakes trail system, Presque Isle trail system, and Sayner trail system.

A report came in of a UTV running on Lake Kaubashine in Hazelhurst with no operator in sight

Alderperson Tom Barnett is challenging incumbent Mayor Kris Hanus. The two answered questions recently at a candidate forum hosted by WXPR and WJFW.

There was a packed house at a meeting Monday night, where community members sought to save the pool