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Rescue group finds those lost from the skies

WISCONSIN RAPIDS -- Falling temperatures. A storm rolling in. And time slipping away. In mid-March, first responders were searching for a 59-year-old Wisconsin Rapids woman who had gone missing. …

Wisconsin Rapids City Times welcomes new editor

MARSHFIELD – The Wisconsin Rapids City Times has named veteran journalist Sirena Mankins as its new editor. The Wisconsin native grew up in rural Manitowoc County, in the small town of Newton (she …

Election results in for Wood County school boards

MARSHFIELD – Voters in three Wood County school districts had their say in who will direct those districts in the coming year, with one incumbent losing his seat. Dana Duncan was defeated …

Mixed results for school referendums

MARSHFIELD – Wood County voters were split on area school referendums in Tuesday’s election. In Auburndale, it was a split decision, with voters overwhelmingly supporting one …

Names released in Wood County accident

The names of the individuals involved in a Wood County accident have been released.

Wood County incarcerated moved to new facility

WOOD COUNTY – Wood County Sheriff Shawn Becker said that on March 22, the Wood County Sheriff’s Department moved those incarcerated at the old Wood County Jail to the new facility. …

Domtar announces startup of new PCC Plant at Nekoosa Mill

WOOD COUNTY – In 2020, the PCC plant that supplied multiple Wisconsin paper mills, including Domtar’s Rothschild and Nekoosa facilities, closed. PCC is a vital component of paper, …

Auburndale DECA advances to Florida

WOOD COUNTY – Three members of Auburndale High School’s DECA Chapter will be advancing to the DECA International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida. Seniors Alexis Fait and …

Police Calls: March 19, 2025

On March 7 a caller in Wisconsin Rapids notified police that a semi-truck was fully engulfed in flames. On March 7 a caller from Seneca reported that a neighbor’s dog had killed four of their …

WOOD COUNTY – Democratic nominee Rebecca Cooke announced she is running for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third District. Cooke ran in 2024, losing the seat to Derrick Van Orden by 2.8 points. …

Alex Hewett joins CWCC Board of Directors

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Central Wisconsin Cultural Center (CWCC) announced that Alex Hewett has joined the Board of Directors. CWCC Board President Jim Lucas states, “We are thrilled to have …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Mid-State Technical College will host the fourth annual Central Wisconsin Farm Profitability Expo on Wednesday, April 30, at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus from 10a.m. to 3p.m. …

Adams County HCE announces scholarship opportunity

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – This year the Adams County Home & Community Educators will offer two scholarships to Adams County residents for post-secondary education. The $750.00 Villa McMahon …

HCE Supports Wisconsin Bookworms Project

WOOD COUNTY – Wood County Home and Community Education (HCE) has been a proud sponsor of the Wisconsin Bookworms program for over 26 years. It is an educational non-profit organization that …

Meet Thomas, the gentle giant with a heart full of love! Thomas is a friendly and sweet boy who loves to share his affection with everyone he meets. Despite his large size, he’s a gentle soul …

Highground to host community art project workshop

NEILLSVILLE – The Central Wisconsin region has vibrant cultural diversity — from indigenous Native Americans who have called this area home for thousands of years to citizens whose …

2025 Wisconsin Rapids community tree sale

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The Wisconsin Rapids Parks & Recreation Department is once again offering its Community Tree Sale. Order a tree for yourself of the community. Deadline for orders is …

City seeks public feedback on government priorities

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The City of Wisconsin Rapids has released a survey seeking public feedback on their priorities. Responses will help elected officials and staff develop mission and values …

On March 6, Big Dawg Roofing & Construction visited South Wood County Humane Society and donated $3,300.

The Memories return to Pittsville

WOOD COUNTY--From “Peggy Sue” to “America the Beautiful,” your favorite songs never sounded better than when The Memories take the stage in Pittsville. Tim Stevens and Warren …

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