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The paper is circulated in the Rhinelander area of northeast Wisconsin in the counties of Oneida, Vilas, Forest and Lincoln, including the communities of Rhinelander, Tomahawk, Minocqua, Crandon, Pelican Lake and Three Lakes. Established in 1977 as “The Our Town”, the paper became the Star Journal in 2004.
Sophomore Ava Rathbun practices outside hitting. Bob Mainhardt photos VOLLEYBALL New head volleyball coach Jayme Wyss, with the help of assistant coaches, held a volleyball camp for high school students in the morning from Monday through Thursday. In the afternoon there were sessions for mi
Bob Kovar's photography studio will be open to visitors during the Northwoods Art Tour July 26-28. Submitted photo For the Star Journal Summer in the Northwoods brings many annual events, including the Northwoods Summer Art Tour. Some of Wisconsin’s finest artists will open their doors to thei
stock photo By Eileen Persike, editor RHINELANDER – Early estimates show the School District of Rhinelander receiving a slightly larger share of state general school aids for the 2024-25 school year. However, the Department of Public Instruction is warning districts to expect “greater than usu
Public hearing scheduled to gather input By Eileen Persike, editor RHINELANDER – The community will have a chance to weigh in on potentially renaming a street or park to honor a Rhinelander family. The common council agreed to hold a public hearing Aug. 26 at City Hall. The council will gather
The Push Against Loneliness community day takes place July 27 at Hodag Park. Part of the event includes dedication of this bench sculpture at the beach house. Star Journal photo July 27 event at Hodag Park part of national arts campaign For the Star Journal RHINELANDER – The community is in
Smokey admires his likeness in one of the portraits on display at Pioneer Park Historical Complex. The portraits were created by USDA Forest Service artist Rudy Wendelin from 1977-1995. Community gathers to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday For the Star Journal Photos by Dave Melancon
photo courtesy Wisc. DOC MERRILL – A second teen has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of a Lincoln Hills counselor earlier this week. Lincoln Hills-Copper Lake is Wisconsin's only youth prison and is located in Irma. Rian Nyblom Rian Nyblom, 17, is held on a $20,000 ca
The Hodag Food Wagon returns July 11 to the Rhinelander District Library lawn, distributing free bags of food 4-6 p.m.to families with children. By Eileen PersikeEditor Sometimes a little bag of food is all it takes to keep a household strong. The Rhinelander Area Food Pantry works year round
By Star Journal Staff MERRILL – A 16-year old Lincoln Hills student is in custody at the Lincoln County Jail following his alleged attack on two Lincoln Hills staff members that left one, a 49-year old man, dead. Corey Proulx was declared brain-dead Tuesday at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Accordin
By Eileen Persike Editor RHINELANDER – An Oneida County woman will spend 15 years in prison and another 15 years extended supervision for the 2022 death of Kyle Polinski, 29 of Rhinelander. Polinski’s death was determined to have been caused by fentanyl toxicity, a substance in drugs sold to h
RHINELANDER – Oneida County Health Department is warning residents to be aware of the risk and symptoms of rabies. Since Jan. 1 this year, OCHD has conducted more than 40 animal bite or potential exposure investigations. OCHD is required under state statute to prevent and control the spread of t
Ponsse North America used the tree cutting at the Tiny Home Village site to demonstrate some of the company's new equipment. Star Journal photos Tree cutting moves tiny home village closer to reality By Eileen Persike Editor ONEIDA COUNTY – A Northwoods nonprofit organization is a step c
By Eileen Persike, editor The Lincoln County Sheriff’s office has confirmed that George Rouman, 51 of Rhinelander, was killed in a two-vehicle crash on US 51 around 11 p.m. Sunday night. George Rouman. Picture courtesy of The Grid. Rouman was the owner and president of the Rouman Amusement
For the Star Journal MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) today announced that Frank R. Schuman, age 30 of Lac Du Flambeau, has been sentenced to a total of 15.75 years of confinement followed by 11 years of extended supervision for convicti
Pictured is Governor Tony Evers greeting Char Andreachi, owner of The Knot Haus Gift Gallery, and Jennifer Turkiewicz, Executive Director of Tomahawk Main Street Inc. Jalen Maki photos. Governor Tony Evers, administration officials visit Northwoods By Jalen Maki MMC/Tomahawk Leader Editor
A ribbon cutting will take place Wednesday, June 12 at 11:30 a.m., at the Rhinelander District Library. The library and the library foundation will announce a capital campaign to expand and renovate the the 120-year old facility. Submitted photo Project aims to expand, renovate existing faciliti
By Eileen Persike Editor RHINELANDER – A 17-year old has been charged in Oneida County Court with three felonies in connection with two incidents in the city of Rhinelander last week. A 15-year old suspect was referred to Oneida County Social Services. Landon M. Oldham-Schulte of Rhinelande
By Star Journal staff Congratulations to the class of 2024! Rhinelander grads received their diplomas Friday, May 31, during a ceremony held at the Hodag Dome. Photographer Bob Mainhardt captured some of the evening's events.
By Eileen PersikeEditorONEIDA COUNTY – Residents of the Northwoods joined communities across the country to honor America’s deceased service men and women May 27. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is observed the last Monday in May. It originated in the final years of the Civil War,...
For the Star Journal RHINELANDER – The Rhinelander Police Department is asking for the public’s help as they investigate vandalism at the Rhinelander Country Club and Hodag Park. On Thursday, May 30, the Rhinelander Police Department was dispatched to the Rhinelander Country Club on Eagle Stre
For the Star Journal RHINELANDER – Rhinelander Police Department has released information on a convicted s*x offender that has been released from prison and is living in the community. Skyler Sann, 27, was released May 28 and will be living at 17 W. Prospect in Rhinelander. Sann
Memorial Day is Monday, May 27
For the Star Journal Preparations are underway in the Northwoods for Memorial Day ceremonies taking place Saturday, May 25 and Monday, May 27. Robert Sabatke, a member of the American Legion Riders District 11 placed flags in the Northwoods National Cemetery in preparation for the Memorial Day
Dave Melancon photos RHINELANDER – The fourth annual Hodag Heritage Fest took place Saturday, May 18 at Pioneer Park. The event is hosted by the Rhinelander Chamber of Commerce and included events throughout the day, such as live music, free kids activities, food and beverages for purchase and a
The four seniors, Brianna Birginal, Katelyn Shrock, Maddie McLaughlin and Julia Wacker. Bob Mainhardt photo Bob Mainhardt photos The Northwoods School of Dance held their spring recital featuring "Alice in Wonderland and Specialty Pieces" at the high school. The show began with the specialty p
Submitted photo Northwoods Land Trust is seeking volunteer stewards for Friday, May 31 at Holmboe Conifer Forest State Natural Area in Rhinelander. Work, including hand-pulling evasive plants (pictured here in 2023), installing new signage and cleaning up the trails will take place 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Star Journal file photo SDR using creativity to find balance By Eileen Persike Editor RHINELANDER – The School District of Rhinelander, like many schools in Wisconsin, is finding it more and more challenging to cover costs of programs and services for students with Individualized Educati
The Wisconsin Loon Project is the largest and longest-running study of loons in the world. The annual study has been ongoing since 1993. New study suggests poor water clarity to blame By Eileen Persike Editor ONEIDA COUNTY – A study published last week in the journal Ecology, connects wa
Junior shortstop Seth Nofftz hit the first pitch of the game back up the middle for a single. Bob Mainhardt photo Bob Mainhardt photos TENNIS Hodag tennis team lost to Stevens Point High School 4-3 April 30. SPASH swept the singles matches and the Hodags took the doubles. Thursday, the H
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