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WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will be hosting a construction information meeting regarding a project on WIS 54 at the Plover and Biron railroad crossings in …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The City of Wisconsin Rapids Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application from DC Rapids LLC for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct a data …

PLOVER – Leo Powers a Doctor of Chiropractic from Plover, shared a case study at the International Chiropractic Cranial Conference in Orlando, Florida, in late 2025. His research showed how …

A child’s love for performance art blossomed into a career

The Arts Council of South Wood County celebrates its 50th anniversary season in 2026-27. A series of articles will provide some highlights of the past 50 years. This article addresses the power of …

  NEKOOSA – On Saturday, Sept. 19, a community celebration will feature live music, food and activities for all ages. Local band Hot Dang will perform from 6-8 p.m., followed by The …

High-speed chase ends in PIT maneuver, arrest

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – On August 25 at 8:27 p.m., a Grand Rapids officer observed a vehicle driven by 20-year-old Yelbin Alvarez Valerio operating in excess of 20 MPH above the posted speed limit. When …

Road closure: Gaynor Avenue

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – As of Thursday, Aug. 20, the westbound lane of Gaynor Ave., between the round-a-bout and 27th Ave. S, is closed due to the Interceptor Sewer Project by the City of Wisconsin …

Port Palooza Block Party set for Saturday

PORT EDWARDS – The Port Edwards community is gearing up for a vibrant, family-friendly celebration as the Port Palooza Block Party takes over Market Avenue in the heart of downtown on Saturday, …

NEKOOSA – Domtar’s $2K Your Way program is a pillar of the company’s community investment program, providing employees with the opportunity to apply for $2,000 grants they can then put to work …

Beginning as The Community Arts Council of South Wood County, first incorporated on January 27, 1976, the original idea was “to assist and promote the development of all art forms in South Wood …

Stuff the Desk serves 885 students in 2026

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Thanks to hundreds of donors and volunteers, 885 local students will begin the academic year with essential school supplies provided through Stuff the Bus and Stuff the Desk …

Kellner Corn Fest names winning parade floats

KELLNER – The 2026 Kellner Corn Fest has come to a conclusion, and after a record number of entries, the parade float winners have been named. In first place is Exit Realty, thanks to a boxing ring …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – A predictive mobility rail safety system is being installed at 12 rail crossings in the City of Wisconsin Rapids. The system will be fully operational beginning in September. The …

CENTRAL WISCONSIN – Hannah Center Inc., a nonprofit women’s crisis support organization serving central Wisconsin for more than 30 years, invites the community to Party at the Ranch, its 2026 …

WOOD COUNTY – Each semester, Concordia University Wisconsin recognizes students whose academic achievement reflects their dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence. Congratulations to …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The University of Wisconsin-River Falls has released its spring semester Dean’s list, honoring 1,497 students, and announced nearly 679 graduates as of May 2026. To be named to …

Wood County primary election results

WOOD COUNTY – On Tuesday, Aug. 11, the Wisconsin partisan primary election took place. In Wood County, there were 8,034 Republican voters, 7,070 Democratic voters, 17 Libertarian voters, 12 …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – The Wisconsin State Water Ski Show Championships came to a conclusion on July 19, with both teams and individuals putting on show-stopping performances. Competing across multiple …

WOOD COUNTY – Wisconsin Rapids Family Center has recently changed the way clients access food through its pantry, moving from a traditional pre-packed model to a client-choice model. The change …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Portage County District Attorney Cass Cousins announced today that a Wisconsin Rapids man was sentenced to prison after having been convicted of Second Degree Sexual Assault as a …

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