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| Visit White Lake: Trails, Beach Time, Local Food, and a Northwoods Market Day (posted June 30, 2026) | |
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Visit White Lake for a Northwoods day filled with ATV/UTV trails, lakefront beach time, camping, local sandwiches and ice cream, and a Thursday evening market at the Joe Edelman Pavilion. This eastern Langlade County itinerary brings together the best of the County of Trails with plenty of ways to Play. Dine. Stay. |
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| Visit the Wolf River Territory: Whitewater, Trails, Dining & Camping in Langlade County (posted June 17, 2026) | |
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Plan a Wolf River Territory getaway through eastern Langlade County with whitewater rafting, riverside dining, rugged Nicolet Roche singletrack, lakeside camping near Boulder Lake, and a cozy countryside coffee stop. |
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| Two Opportunities to Help Build the Ice Age Trail Near Antigo This Summer (posted June 4, 2026) | |
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The Ice Age Trail Alliance is seeking volunteers for two summer trailbuilding events near Antigo on June 10–14 and July 8–12. Volunteers of all experience levels can help construct new miles of the Antigo Heights Segment, expanding outdoor recreation opportunities in Langlade County, Wisconsin’s County of Trails. |
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| The Northwoods Is Open: A Full Day in the Pickerel-Pearson Area (posted May 20, 2026) | |
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There is something especially satisfying about a Northwoods day that lets you do a little bit of everything. In Langlade County, this itinerary takes you from ATV/UTV trails and scenic stretches of the Ice Age Trail to smoked barbecue, Wolf River views, and an easy overnight stay in the Pickerel-Pearson area. If you are looking for a getaway that mixes adventure, great local food, and a relaxed up-north pace, this one is a great place to start. |
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| Welcome to Antigo: A Stay, Play, Dine Day in Wisconsin's County of Trails (posted April 23, 2026) | |
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There is something special about arriving in Antigo. It is the kind of place that does not rush you. Instead, it welcomes you in, points you toward something local, and lets the day unfold at a comfortable Northwoods pace. If you are planning a getaway in Langlade County, this easy itinerary is a great way to experience the charm of downtown Antigo, enjoy a satisfying meal, stretch your legs on a scenic trail, and settle in for a restful overnight stay. |
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| Videography Request for Proposals (posted March 25, 2026) | |
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Langlade County Economic Development Corporation is requesting proposals from qualified videographers and video production firms to help showcase the region’s tourism assets through high-quality promotional video content. |
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| Northwoods Winter Getaway in Langlade County: Summit Lake, Elcho, and Antigo Day Trip Loop (posted March 3, 2026) | |
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Looking for a winter day trip that feels like a true Northwoods reset? This loop through northern Langlade County checks all the boxes: a cozy coffee stop, fresh air on groomed trails, a satisfying hometown meal, and an easy overnight in Antigo. If you love snow-covered pines, quiet backroads, and the kind of small-town hospitality that makes you want to linger, this itinerary is for you. |
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| Snowmobiles in the City of Antigo (posted January 20, 2026) | |
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The City of Antigo allows snowmobiles on roads only when Langlade County’s snowmobile trails around Antigo in Zone B are officially open. Riders must use the shortest necessary route while yielding to traffic and pedestrians. Snowmobile operation is prohibited in all city parks and cemeteries. |
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| Elcho Bike/Ped Trail & Fundraising (posted December 2, 2025) | |
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Elcho Area Health Planning, Inc. (EAHPinc.org) was one of the charities selected for the CoVantage Cares Foundation 10th Annual Giving Tuesday Campaign from December 2 through December 16, 2025. Learn more about the fundraising efforts and the progress of the trail. |
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| Antigo Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club & Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs (posted November 21, 2025) | |
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On Saturday, October 25,2025 the AWSC, (Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs), gathered in Stevens Point for their annual banquet/awards ceremony which was held in conjunction with the AWSC workshop and Directors/ Reps meeting from Friday, October 24 – Sunday, October 26, 2025 |
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| Saddle up and enjoy our County of Trails (posted October 2, 2025) | |
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Autumn is the perfect time to get out and ride in our County of Trails. Enjoy these recommendations from the folks who regularly ride across Langlade County. More information, website links, and maps can be found at Langlade County Wisconsin Tourism: The County of Trails. |
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| Wisconsin's New Offroad Trails (posted August 29, 2025) | |
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Tucked into the forested hills of northeastern Wisconsin, the new OHMV Trails mark a new chapter for full-size off-road vehicle recreation in the state. This designated Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) trail system is the first of its kind in Wisconsin—developed specifically for Jeeps, trucks, and other licensed four-wheel drive vehicles seeking a legal, sustainable, and exciting backcountry experience. |
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| First Art on the Ave launches Saturday (posted August 5, 2025) | |
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Art on the Ave, a community celebration of creativity, is a new event for downtown Antigo that features a chalk fest, window art competition, along with an entire day of family activities. |
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| Help Shape the Future of Tourism in Langlade County! (posted July 31, 2025) | |
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Langlade County is part of the North Central Wisconsin Tourism Partnership (formerly NC-ITBEC), and we’re working together to better understand what visitors love most about our region by conducting a survey. |
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| Opening the Gates (posted June 24, 2025) | |
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The Langlade County Off Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Trails are officially open to off road vehicles such as Jeeps, SUVs, and trucks, thanks to the 4Lakes 4Wheelers and Langlade County Forestry, Parks, and Recreation Department. These trails provide unique opportunities for exploration and adventure across Langalde County's beautiful and diverse terrains. |
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| Langlade County Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Trails Officially Open (posted June 12, 2025) | |
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In cooperation with the 4 Lakes 4 Wheelers Off Road Vehicle Club from the Madison Area, Langlade County is happy to officially open the Langlade County OHMV Trails (Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Trails = Off Road Trucks and Jeeps) located off from Sherry Road in the Elton Area. |
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| Unique Things to Do in Antigo (posted May 1, 2025) | |
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Antigo, Wisconsin holds a wide variety of historical, cultural, entertainment, and recreational activities throughout the year - there's something for everybody! |
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| Extend Your NFL Draft Experience – Explore Langlade County! (posted February 19, 2025) | |
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Coming to Wisconsin for the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay? Extend your stay and discover the natural beauty and adventure of Langlade County, just a short drive north! Escape the crowds and experience the best of Wisconsin’s Northwoods. |
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| Popularity of Ice Age Trail Confirmed: 4.65 Million Users Annually (posted January 7, 2025) | |
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The Ice Age Trail Alliance continues to lead the way in preserving and enhancing the Ice Age National Scenic Trail with trail construction milestones, record-breaking volunteer efforts, and record-setting use. 2024 was an impactful year for the Ice Age National Scenic Trail and the Ice Age Trail Alliance. |
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| Waste line boxes installed around Antigo Lake (posted October 30, 2024) | |
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Antigo Lake and its shoreline will hopefully be just a little bit cleaner due to efforts made by several members of the Antigo chapter of Trout Unlimited installing three waste line boxes at unobtrusive locations at bridges along the Antigo Lake dam, as well as those on Hudson and Watson Streets. |
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| Charles De Langlade Recreation Area donations honored at dedication (posted September 26, 2024) | |
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Langlade County officials held a dedication ceremony Saturday afternoon of September 21, 2024, at the Charles De Langlade Recreation Area marking the completion of a bronze plaque and a park bench that were donated to the site by two former county board members. |
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| Vaudeville to big bands: Langlade County’s musical legacy focus of upcoming cemetery tour (posted September 10, 2024) | |
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The Langlade County Historical Society and the Antigo Community Theatre are presenting the fourth-annual Langlade County Cemetery Tour: "Presenting the Past with a Musical Twist” from 1 to 3 pm on Saturday and Sunday, September 14 and 15 at Queen of Peace Cemetery. |
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| Hyland Lakes Lions dedicate grill shelter at Jack Lake (posted July 16, 2024) | |
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The Hyland Lakes Lions Club dedicated a new community grill area at Veterans Memorial Park at Jack Lake. The work completed the club’s legacy project in honor of Lions International’s 100th year and was dedicated in memory of Jack Rusch, who was the club’s charter member in 1964 and first president. |
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| Antigo Farmers Market marks 16th Anniversary (posted May 21, 2024) | |
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The Antigo Farmers Market will be celebrating its 16th anniversary this year, and this could be the largest market yet. The first market will be held from 8 a.m. to noon at the Heinzen Pavilion in Peaceful Valley Park at 420 Field Street on June 1, 2024 through September 28. |
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| USDA Forest Service officials announce the termination of closure order due to 2019 storms in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (posted May 13, 2024) | |
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Jones Spring Recreation Area and other recreation sites and trails, including Popple Ridge Horse Trails, previously closed after storm in 2019 are open again. |
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| Snowmobiler Meet-Up Still on Despite Lack of Snow (posted January 24, 2024) | |
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The Langlade County Snowmobile Council Ride-In is still on. The annual ride-in will take place at the Lily Sno-Birds Snowmobile Club from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024. |
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| Longer Link: 3-mile Springbrook Trail Extension Set to Open in 2024 (posted January 22, 2024) | |
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The Springbrook Trail is set to extend by nearly three miles in 2024, another in a series of additions planned in the coming years for the trail. |
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| No go: Lack of snow keeps Antigo-area snowmobile trails closed (posted January 18, 2024) | |
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Despite several inches of snow falling in the area late last week, snowmobile trails throughout Langlade County seem unlikely to open this week — and, given forecasts for warming temperatures, perhaps not even the next. |
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| Jack Lake, Gartzke, and Moccasin Cross Country Ski Trail 2024 Opening (posted January 17, 2024) | |
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The Jack Lake Recreation Area, Gartzke Recreation Area, and Moccasin Recreation Area will be officially opening their cross-country ski trails as of Wednesday, January 17th, 2024. |
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| User Fees at Jack Lake Cross Country Ski Trail (posted January 12, 2024) | |
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Users of the Jack Lake Ski Trail will be required a daily use fee of $10.00 per day per adult or a family rate of $20.00 per day for a family at a self-service payment box. Annual passes will be available at the Langlade County Forestry, Park, and Recreation office for $30.00 per year for adults and $60.00 per year for a family. |
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| 2024 Changes to Operations of Langlade County Campgrounds and Veteran's Memorial Park (posted December 15, 2023) | |
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The Langlade County Forestry, Park, and Recreation Department has released the 2024 changes to operations at Jack Lake Campground, Perch Lake Campground, High Lake Campground, and Veteran's Memorial Park. |
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| 2023 Mammoth Hike Challenge (posted September 15, 2023) | |
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The Mammoth Hike Challenge is back! Hike, walk, run, or backpack 43 miles on the Ice Age Trail during the month of October 2023 and visit 3 of our Trail Communities to earn a hiking certificate and a limited-edition patch. Visit Antigo as it is one of the nineteen Ice Age Trail Communities! |
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| 2023 Wolfman Triathlon (posted September 7, 2023) | |
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Saturday, September 9th, marks the 29th Annual Wolfman Triathlon, highlighting the rugged and beautiful terrain of the eastern part of Langlade County in and around the upper Wolf River. Read more about the Wolfman Triathlon and their support of local organizations and the community. |
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| WWII Era Plane Turned Airbnb Vacation Rental (posted August 23, 2023) | |
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Antigo area's newest Airbnb this a 1941 DC-3! The 70-foot-long two-engine cargo and passenger plane that shuttled supplies across the Pacific Ocean for the United States Marines during World War II has been converted by an Oshkosh aviation company into Langlade County's newest Airbnb. |
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| Langlade County Cemetery Tour “Presenting the Past” 2023 will be at Elmwood Cemetery (posted August 21, 2023) | |
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Antigo Community Theater, in conjunction with the Langlade County Historical Society, is hosting their third “Presenting the Past,” a cemetery tour focused on the area’s pioneer settlers. The events take place Saturday, Sept. 9th and Sunday, September 10th from 1 to 3 p.m. each day at the Elmwood cemetery off of Forest Avenue. |
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| WATVA ATV/UTV Economic Impact Survey (posted July 18, 2023) | |
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During 2023, WATVA (Wisconsin ATV · UTV Association) is running a very important economic impact survey for Wisconsin. They are seeking your help in understanding the current economic impact of ATV/UTVing in Wisconsin by taking this survey. |
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| Antigo Strive On App Walking Audio Tour (posted July 10, 2023) | |
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Learn more about Antigo's history by taking the Antigo Audio Tour with the StriveOn app. The nine locations within a half mile of each other will automatically play a recording through the app when near each location. |
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| Local artist completes mural at skate park (posted July 2, 2023) | |
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The Antigo Optimist Skate Park, at 1011 First Ave., now features a mural on one of the skate ramps. The mural is in the street art graffiti style, created with spray paint and tagging the phrase “Antigo Pride.” |
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| Langlade County Wildlife and Fisheries Advisory Council Creation (posted June 22, 2023) | |
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| Langlade County Tourism Posts Recording-Breaking Year in 2022 (posted June 6, 2023) | |
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The Wisconsin Department of Tourism released 2022 economic impact data, showing the tourism industry generated a record-breaking $23.7 billion in total economic impact with Langlade County playing a pivotal role by contributing $77 million in total economic impact. |
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| Bookstore, herbal shop open in downtown Antigo (posted May 15, 2023) | |
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The Blessed Fig Tree, located at 800 Fifth Avenue in Antigo, had a soft opening at the start of May 2023. The store is quickly becoming the go-to place for nonfiction books, bookshelf accessories, herbs, and supplements. |
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| ATV riders to celebrate use of Highway 64 bridge over the Wolf River (posted May 5, 2023) | |
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After 16 years, ATV, UTV, and snowmobile riders will now be able to take their machines on the Highway 64 bridge to cross the Wolf River. To mark the occasion, a ribbon-cutting celebration and party afterward will be held Saturday, May 6, 2023. |
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| On blustery day, ribbon clipped for summertime trail (posted May 2, 2023) | |
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Friends and co-workers of the late Fred Berner braved unseasonably chilly conditions Monday, May 1, 2023, to formally dedicate a new section of the city’s extensive trail system in his memory. The Fred Berner Memorial Walkway, completed in 2022, was named in honor of the longtime editor of the Antigo Daily Journal. |
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| Chocolate Shop Opens in Downtown Antigo (posted February 1, 2023) | |
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Chocadoodledoo! is one of the newest stores in downtown Antigo located at 816 Fifth Avenue. The bean-to-bar chocolate shop and retail store sell fudge, truffles, mendiants (dollops of chocolate with nuts and fruits on top), hot chocolate and chocolate-covered items like nuts and raisins, cakes, cookies, and cupcakes. |
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| Wintertime is action time in our County of Trails (posted December 20, 2022) | |
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With over 550 miles of immaculately maintained state-approved and user-funded snowmobile trails, Langlade County is a Mecca for snowmobile enthusiasts for decades. Start planning your winter vacation to Langlade County, the County of Trails! |
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| Change at the grocery store - Gilberts prepare for retirement (posted November 28, 2022) | |
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Gilbert's Sentry Foods in Antigo is being sold to Anthony Lofaro of Great Lakes Fresh Market, who will assume ownership in early December. |
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| Fifth Avenue store offers nostalgic candy, arcade games (posted November 28, 2022) | |
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The Candy Vault, a nostalgic candy store and arcade, has opened on Fifth Avenue. |
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| Hunting in the County of Trails (posted November 14, 2022) | |
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With over 160,000 acres of public land, hunters can bag an experience of lifetime in Langlade County: The County of Trails. Langlade County's county forest and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are open to hunting. |
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| Hunters reminded of county ordinances (posted November 10, 2022) | |
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Langlade County Forestry, Parks, and Recreation Department remind hunters of hunting-related ordinances on Langlade County forest and county lands. Major changes are highlighted in the excerpts of the ordinance. |
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| Antigo Rotary helps build pump track for mountain bikers (posted November 4, 2022) | |
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The Antigo Rotary Club and the Antigo Parks and Recreation Department have teamed up to create and install obstacle course equipment and a pump track for bikers near the sledding hill at Railway Activity Park, 1011 First Ave. |
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| Antigo's Trailblazing Fred Berner, His Legacy Welcomes You! (posted October 22, 2022) | |
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Antigo honors the late, great Fred Berner with a memorial on a trail he was instrumental in getting built. |
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| The Little Old Corners' School House recovers with help of community (posted October 7, 2022) | |
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After being damaged in an automobile accident, a historical schoolhouse museum, built in Neva in 1883, is being restored to its former glory. |
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| Antigo Junior Woman's Club planning annual craft show (posted October 3, 2022) | |
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The Antigo Junior Woman’s Club will host its 46th annual Craft and Trade Show, an annual highlight of fall that draws hundreds from throughout the Northwoods, on Oct. 15th from 9am-3pm in the Multi-Purpose Building at the Langlade County Fairgrounds. |
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| A colorful fall hike on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County is Saturday, October 8th (posted September 30, 2022) | |
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The local Ice Age Trail chapter will be going on a 5 mile hike of the Summit Moraine Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
Interested persons and groups should meet at 10am at the Jack Lake Cross Country Ski parking area on County Highway J. |
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| Local history shared at While Lake museum (posted September 30, 2022) | |
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The White Lake Area Historical Society is hard at work preserving their community's unique history and legacy, documenting pioneer families and preserving countless artifacts from railroad cars to school yearbooks. |
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| Antigo apple orchard thriving under organic management (posted September 27, 2022) | |
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Lisa Rettinger, owner of Grandview Orchard, discusses her commitment to organic practices and the challenges of managing the long-time Langlade County business. |
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| Development of the Elcho Highway 45 Bicycle & Pedestrian Trail (posted September 26, 2022) | |
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A new trail is under development in Elcho, meant to provide safer travel for pedestrians and visitors as well as facilitate access to attractions in the area. |
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| Ice Age Trail group to host Saturday hike (posted September 21, 2022) | |
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An early fall hike on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County is planned for 10 am Saturday, September 24, 2022. The hike, organized by the Langlade County Ice Age Trail Chapter, is open to the public. Interested persons and groups should meet at the Kettlebowl Ski Hill parking lot. |
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| Welcome to Wisconsin County of Colorful Trails (posted September 16, 2022) | |
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There is so much outdoor adventure to take in the fall colors of the Wisconsin Northwoods - scenic byway drive, ATV/UTV, biking, hiking, or horseback riding. Start planning your adventure in Langlade County: The County of Trails! |
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| Take a walk into history at Cemetery Tour (posted September 12, 2022) | |
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A few tales will be shared at the second annual Langlade County Cemetery Tour: “Presenting the Past” September 17 and 18, at Antigo and Queen of Peace Cemeteries. Tours will run from 1 to 3 pm each day. The event will focus on six of the community’s colorful early settlers plus a few surprise popup visitors as well. |
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| New Mural Highlights Antigo's Horse Racing History (posted September 9, 2022) | |
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The horse racing mural recently put up on The Thrivent building, 711 Fifth Avenue in Antigo, has a history. |
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| 27th Annual Wolfman Triathlon (posted September 8, 2022) | |
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Saturday, September 10, will mark the 27th annual Wolfman Triathlon, which highlights the rugged and beautiful terrain of eastern Langlade County and the upper Wolf River. The event brings people to the area all summer to train on the course. |
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| Camping opportunities abound in our County of Trail, with more expansions ahead (posted August 24, 2022) | |
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Come for the trails, but stay the night as Langlade County is home to many one-of-a-kind campgrounds, ranging from those catering to all-terrain vehicles or horseback riding enthusiasts to primitive, walk-in venues designed for lovers of silent sports. Check out the County of Trails camping options. |
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| The County of Trails Provides Excellent Grouse and Woodcock Hunting Opportunities (posted August 22, 2022) | |
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Langlade County: The County of Trails provides excellent grouse and woodcock hunting opportunities. Find out more about their desired habitat and how Langlade County's forests work to enhance their survival. |
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| County Forest Provides Secluded Fishing, Paddling, and Wildlife Viewing which is Unparalleled (posted August 9, 2022) | |
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While Langlade County is not known for large recreational lakes frequented by water skiers, boaters, and highspeed activities, in total Langlade County has over 1500 lakes and ponds available. These include named lakes, unnamed lakes and ponds, spring ponds, and stream related ponds. |
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| Enjoy one-of-a-kind ATV/UTV experience in our County of Trails (posted August 3, 2022) | |
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With an ever-growing system of trails and spectacular scenery, it’s no wonder that Langlade County has become a top destination for ATV/UTVing. With trails that run through lush forests and pass by quaint lakes, people keep coming back to find more hidden gems that Langlade County has to offer. |
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| True to its founder's dream, MK Splash-N-Dash returns (posted July 21, 2022) | |
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The MK Splash-N-Dash, a mix of swimming and running designed for all ages, returns to Veterans Memorial Park at Jack Lake on Saturday, August 6, 2022. Read more about the event and the founder Michelle Koss's legacy. |
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| Beat the heat with a visit to Langlade County beach (posted July 6, 2022) | |
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Langlade County may be known as the County of Trails, but for folks looking to beat the summer season, we may be the County of Beaches. Five of the best are located at Jack Lake, Summit Lake, Mueller’s Lake, White Lake, and, Phlox Pond. |
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| Visit Langlade County's Hillbilly Hilton (posted June 28, 2022) | |
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The Langlade County Lumbercamp segment of the Ice Age Trail has a unique lumber camp from the 1930s nicknamed the Hillbilly Hilton. |
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| Make New Memories in Langlade County as Fishing Season Opens (posted April 28, 2022) | |
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In Langlade County, May means fishing. While the County of Trails offers outstanding and unique fishing opportunities throughout the year, May is when anglers' thoughts turn to the walleyes and muskies, brookies, bass, and bluegills. Read more about Langlade County's fishing opener report. |
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| Recreation Opportunities Fuel Venerable Langlade County Business (posted April 27, 2022) | |
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For over eight decades, Suick Lure Company has been helping muskie fishermen land those elusive lunkers right here in Langlade County! |
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| Forest Service makes Campsite Claiming Easier (posted February 3, 2022) | |
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Boulder Lake Campground on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest will change 20 campsites from first-come, first-served to reservable through Recreation.gov starting February 19, 2022. |
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| Celebrate The New Year With A First Day Hike (posted December 30, 2021) | |
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With 2022 just around the corner, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to find their adventure with a First Day Hike on New Year’s Day. |
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| Waffles at Gartzke (posted December 29, 2021) | |
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Antigo Bike and Ski Club Waffle Breakfast will be held at Gartzke Trails starting at 8:30 AM to noon on Saturday, January 1, 2022. Hot coffee to go with hot chocolate, Belgian Waffles, and lots of other treats will be available. |
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| Donate Unwanted Venison to REGI (posted November 17, 2021) | |
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Raptor Education Group Inc. (REGI) in Antigo is asking hunters to donate any of their unwanted or leftover deer hearts and venison this season. |
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| Creepy Hollow Offers Haunted Trails and Buildings to Spice up your All Hallow's Eve (posted October 29, 2021) | |
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The Creepy Hollow is ready to deliver spine-chilling fun on October 20-30. Creepy Hollow is located at N11818 Cedar Road in Birnamwood. Gates open at 7 p.m. and ticket sales end at 11 p.m. Admission is $10, with a fast pass available for $20. Children 10 and younger can get their scares for free. |
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| Zombies Take Over the Forest this Halloween (posted October 27, 2021) | |
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The Zombie Forest Haunted Trail on October 29-30 is a half-mile walk through the zombie-infested forest. The event will take place at N5905 Ormsby Road in Deerbrook from 6-10 p.m. with overflow parking at the Peck Town Hall (N5702 Ormsby Road), with shuttle busses taking those back and forth to the forest. |
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| Beth and Ken Castaldi's Love of Sled Dog Racing on Display at the Dirty Dog (posted October 26, 2021) | |
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It’s almost that time that northcentral Wisconsin becomes the mecca of sled dog racing. One of the many sled dog races is the Dirty Dog Dryland Derby. The Derby is set for its 15th annual run November 6-7 at the MaKaJaWan Boy Scout Camp in Pearson. |
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| Your Soul is Requested at Perdition Pines Haunted Event (posted October 22, 2021) | |
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If you’re interested in getting chills and perhaps letting loose a few screams during a trek through some spooky woods, make your way southeast of Antigo to Perdition Pines Haunted Event on Saturday, October 23 or, even better, on Halloween weekend. |
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| Join REGI for an Intriguing Owl Tour (posted October 22, 2021) | |
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| City, County Commit to Leveraging Ice Age Trail Resources (posted October 21, 2021) | |
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Now that Antigo is an official Ice Age Trail Community, a variety of city and county officials, Langlade County Historical Society members, and Ice Age Trail volunteers and staff members gathered to mark the designation and celebrate the new Welcome Center at the museum on Wednesday, October 20, 2021. |
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| The City of Antigo becomes an Ice Age Trail Community (posted October 15, 2021) | |
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The City of Antigo is the most recent addition to the Ice Age Trail Communities. To celebrate this designation there will be a designation party from 5-7 pm at the Langlade County Historical Society Museum located at 404 Superior Street in Antigo on October 20, 2021. A short presentation will be held at 5:30 pm. |
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| Mammoth Hike Challenge returns for 2021 (posted September 10, 2021) | |
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The Ice Age Trail Alliance’s popular Mammoth Hike Challenge will take place again in October. In 2021, participants are challenged to walk, hike, run or backpack 41 miles on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail and visit three trail communities. Participants who complete the Mammoth Hike Challenge will earn a 2021 limited-edition challenge patch and certificate.
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| Boat Responsibly This Holiday Weekend: Wearing A Lifejacket Could Save Your Life (posted May 27, 2021) | |
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As thousands of boaters are expected to hit the water this Memorial Day Weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters that wearing a life jacket could save your life. |
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| Pedal, stroke, hustle: MK Triathlon to be held at Jack Lake on July 17 (posted May 12, 2021) | |
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The MK Triathlon and Splash-n-Dash are coming back to Jack Lake on July 17, 2021. The weekend will include the offroad event, a swim/run duathlon, and a children’s race. Athletes can compete in either a solo or team division. |
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| Think Smart Before You Start: DNR Urges ATV And UTV Enthusiasts To Follow Safety Tips And Stay Off Undesignated Roads (posted May 11, 2021) | |
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges operators of all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and utility terrain vehicles (UTV) to stay safe and enjoy the ride by following safety best practices. |
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| General Fishing Season Opens May 1: Fishing Forecasts Look Promising (posted April 27, 2021) | |
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2021-2022 fishing season will open May 1. All regulations and license requirements still apply. Based on early harvest reports, the DNR predicts anglers across the state will have a successful opening weekend. |
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| Travel Wisconsin, Office of Outdoor Recreation Launch New Wisconsin Trail
Report for Hiking, Biking (posted April 15, 2021) |
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Travel Wisconsin and the Office of Outdoor Recreation have launched a new Wisconsin Trail Report for hiking and biking The report is a great resource to understand the general trail conditions in an area as travelers plan a hiking or biking outing throughout our beautiful state. |
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| New Welcome Center Vestibule Open to Residents, Visitors (posted April 14, 2021) | |
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New Langlade County Welcome Center is located in the Langlade County Historical Society Museum, 404 Superior St. The vestibule is open now. The full Welcome Center is anticipated to open Memorial Day weekend with a grand opening set for June 12. |
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| Off-Road Race Update: Everything a Go for June Event at Fairgrounds (posted April 9, 2021) | |
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A majority of the details are finalized for the Antigo Off-Road race, courtesy of the Antigo Lions Club, set for June 5-6. The billboard is up and everything is a go for a huge off-road racing event headed to the Langlade County Fairgrounds track. The event is one of six stops on the Championship Off-Road circuit’s national tour, which includes the wildly popular Crandon Brush Run. |
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| Donation will Benefit Disc Golf Course (posted April 7, 2021) | |
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HookUp Disc Golf founder Evan Stoiber presented a $6,300 check to Antigo Parks and Recreation Department supervisor Kiel Korzinek at the Springbrook Disc Golf Course. The funds were generated through two disc golf tournaments, the Tee Pad Bash 2020 and the recent Winter Wizards 2021. |
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| Antigo Sno-Drifters: Keeping Trails Smooth Since 1966 (posted March 19, 2021) | |
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A lot goes into opening and maintaining snowmobile trails in Langlade County. The Antigo Sno-Drifters was founded in 1966 by a handful of local farmers and businessmen with converted farm equipment and a snowmobile. The club has grown to well over 100 members with modern groomers. |
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| Northwoods Dog Sledding (posted March 17, 2021) | |
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WXPR Radio talked with the Langlade County Sled Dog Club President Jamie Perry on dog sledding and breaking the myths of the sport. Dog sledding is a sport dominated by women, the dogs are typically not Siberian Huskies, and their sleds travel through the woods at incredible speeds. |
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| Winter Wizards tournament coming to Antigo Saturday (posted March 4, 2021) | |
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The Winter Wizards disc golf tournament is coming to Antigo on Saturday, March 6, 2021. The event is a fundraiser for the installation of concrete tee pads on the city’s Springbrook course and is being coordinated by HookUp Disc Golf, LLC and the local disc golfing community. |
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| The Sports of Silence: Antigo Bike and Ski Club Swooshes On (posted February 19, 2021) | |
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The Antigo Bike and Ski Club are a Langlade County organization of volunteers, maintaining Gartzke Flowage Trails and sponsors different events in Antigo and Langlade County. |
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| Ice Shanty Removal Dates Approaching (posted February 18, 2021) | |
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that ice shanty removal deadlines are approaching. Langlade County ice shanties need to be removed March 1, 2021, if south of Highway 64 or on March 12, 2021, north of Highway 64. |
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| Big off-road racing event looks to be headed to Antigo (posted January 21, 2021) | |
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Antigo and Langlade County are excited to host the Championship Off-Road Races at the Langlade County Fairgrounds in Antigo on June 5-6, 2021. |
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| Council OKs New ATV Routes (posted September 14, 2020) | |
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The Antigo City Council voted Wednesday, September 9, 2020, to approve an expanded set of ATV and UTV routes in the city. |
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| Raptor Education Group Founder Claims National Conservation Award (posted September 11, 2020) | |
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Marge Gibson, owner and founder of Raptor Education Group Inc, in Antigo, has been awarded the National Conservation Achievement Award. Read why Gibson was so deserving of the national award. |
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| ATV/UTV Operators: Ride Responsibly Labor Day Weekend (posted September 4, 2020) | |
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Labor Day weekend is expected to be a busy time on the ATV/UTV trails and road routes in Wisconsin. We want everyone to enjoy themselves and to return home with fun stories of their outings. To do that, knowing the ATV-UTV laws and safe operation practices is a must. |
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| Streamlined Fair Opens Next Week, Oval Will Come to Life with Racing, Demo and More (posted July 24, 2020) | |
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Fair food, fast action in front of the Langlade County Fairgrounds grandstand in Antigo, and a sale featuring some of the area’s finest livestock will combine for a “lite” version of the Langlade County Fair. It’s being billed as “Wheels in Motion” sponsored by the Langlade County Fair Association, and will involve IRA sprint cars, sport mods and stock car races Friday, July 31 at 6 p.m.; Crazy Crash Motorsports Demo Derby on Saturday, Aug. 1 at 5 p.m.; and the traditional tractor pull Sunday, Aug., 2 at noon. |
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| Cleanup Continues a Year After Windstorm (posted July 22, 2020) | |
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Many anniversaries are meant to be celebrated. When it comes to the windstorm of one year ago, the infamous double derecho. Considering the severity of forest and property devastation, it is a true cause for celebration that throughout the county, serious injuries were minimal and no deaths were reported. The damage was historic with the cleanup work continues today. |
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| Giant Butterfly Takes Shape at Walkway (posted July 21, 2020) | |
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A giant butterfly is taking shape along Second Avenue adjacent to the Antigo Springbrook Trail to attract butterflies and other pollinators. |
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| Tractor Pull will Return to Cap a Reduced County Fair Lineup (posted July 9, 2020) | |
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The Langlade County Fair will be scaled back this year. Organizers have announced the tractor pull will be on Sunday afternoon. The tractor pull will take place in front of the grandstand from noon to 5 p.m on August 2, 2020. |
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| Fourth Parade Nixed, Fireworks A Go (posted June 22, 2020) | |
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The Antigo/Langlade County Chamber of Commerce announced that Antigo's annual Independence Day parade has been canceled. Antigo’s fireworks, sponsored by the city of Antigo, will still be displayed at 9:20 p.m. on Saturday, July 4 at the Antigo High School grounds. |
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| After Much Planning, Street Project Gets Underway (posted June 11, 2020) | |
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Heavy equipment began clawing onto Antigo's downtown Fifth Avenue this week. Crews from A-1 Excavating, the general contractor, began work on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Antigo crews have prepared and installed directional signs indicating the best way to access downtown businesses utilizing side streets and the back parking lots. |
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| Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Opens Additional Recreation Sites June 12 (posted June 10, 2020) | |
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On Friday, June 12, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest will open additional recreation sites; see list. For a full list of open areas and other up-to-date information, visit the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest website. |
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| National Forest Blow Down Areas Reopening In Langlade, Oconto Counties (posted June 9, 2020) | |
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The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has restored access to all the motorized trails. The remaining non-motorized trails are still closed, including 11 miles in the Jones Spring area and the 18-mile Popple Ridge horse trails. Those areas are not likely to open this year. Boot Lake Campground is the only developed recreation site still closed due to storm damage. |
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| Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Opens Picnic Areas and Beaches at Recreation Areas (posted June 8, 2020) | |
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On June 5, 2020, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest opened picnic areas and beaches across most of the Forest as well as developed dispersed campsites. In addition, restrooms and garbage receptacles will be available and fees will be charged at sites that are open and have full services. |
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| County Fair Downsized, But There Will Be Events (posted June 1, 2020) | |
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The Langlade County Fair will be held for the 134th time this summer, but it will be pared down and have a very different look and feel. Following a series of meetings, the fair’s board of directors announced today that, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a “modified” exposition will be held July 31 and August 1, 2020
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| Wisconsin ATV/UTV Law Changes – Effective March 4, 2020 (posted May 28, 2020) | |
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Wisconsin changed some Wisconsin's ATV/UTV laws effective March 4, 2020. The ATV/UTV Laws pamphlet still applies, unless otherwise stated in this update. Review the law updates here. |
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| Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Allowing Dispersed Camping and Campfires; Visitors Urged to be Safe this Memorial Day Weekend (posted May 21, 2020) | |
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Effective May 21, 2020, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest will be open for dispersed camping and campfires, lifting the campfire ban across much of the Forest. Fire and campfire restrictions will remain in place for Forest Service lands in Langlade and Oconto counties due to the July 2019 blowdown. Forest Service staff are working to install boat docks at boat landings prior to the Memorial Weekend. |
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| Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Reopens Boat Landings and Trails (posted May 1, 2020) | |
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The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest will be lifting the closure order for boat landings on April 30, 2020. In addition, both motorized and non-motorized trails on the National Forest will be open May 8 or when local conditions allow for opening. Please check to see what trails are open before heading out. |
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| Recreate Locally—Residents Urged to Not Travel Long Distances to Recreate (posted May 1, 2020) | |
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With the warmer weather coming, the opening of fishing season, and the value of outdoor recreation for physical and mental health, the Langlade County Health Department wants to encourage everyone to follow the Safer at Home order and recreate locally. |
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| Wisconsin 2020 Game Fish Season Opens May 2: Anglers Encouraged To Fish Close To Home, All Regulations And License Requirements Apply (posted April 30, 2020) | |
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The 2020-2021 Game Fish season will proceed as planned opening on May 2 even with the Safer at Home order in effect. All regulations and license requirements apply. The DNR reminds anglers to fish close to home and practice social distancing whether fishing from a boat, dock, or shoreline. |
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| And the Band Did Not Play on Pandemic Silences Concerts in Antigo, White Lake (posted April 29, 2020) | |
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Music in the Park concert series has announced that due to uncertainties about when Safer-at-Home guidelines will be lifted, along with concerns about large group gatherings, the Music in the Park series will be canceled for 2020. The cancellation covers all concerts at the Antigo City Park bandstand and the White Lake Historical Society Depot platform, Elcho is currently planning to continue its outdoor concert lineup. |
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| Biking In The Northwoods: A Virus Exercise Solution (posted April 27, 2020) | |
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If this were a normal spring, people would be starting to travel to the Northwoods to enjoy the outdoors. The State of Wisconsin, however, is encouraging people to stay in their own communities and avoid travel for recreation. But for those of us who live up here, the Northwoods offers hundreds of miles of biking trails and country roads that make great cycling routes. |
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| Sharing the Roads with Horses. Horses Have Road Rights. (posted April 20, 2020) | |
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Every person riding an animal or driving any animal upon a roadway is granted all the rights of the road. |
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| Elcho Students, Staff Place Signs of Appreciation Across the Area (posted April 20, 2020) | |
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Elcho school staff and students are saying thank you to the community over the past several weeks. Kim Schoenrock, the Elcho Art teacher, has been working with Travis Goeks, who runs the district’s technology education program to show appreciation to local businesses with students' creative artwork. |
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| Social Distancing And Fishing The Wolf River (posted April 17, 2020) | |
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The Wolf River that runs through the entire length of Langlade County offers opportunities to enjoy the beauty of the Northwoods while practicing social distancing. |
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| Deede Invites Customers to Get ‘Grounded’ at New Coffee Shop (posted April 13, 2020) | |
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As of March 26, Grounded 54409 has opened for a drive-thru business. The vintage coffee and ice cream lounge has completely renovated the building, located at 403 Superior Street, adjacent to the Boys and Girls club, and turned it into a cozy spot to enjoy a wide variety of full-flavored drinks and ice cream. |
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| Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Delays Opening of All Recreation Sites (posted April 10, 2020) | |
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The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is delaying the opening of all recreation sites. Sites and activities will be impacted on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. |
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| How Wisconsin Helps Movement (posted March 30, 2020) | |
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Travel Wisconsin has laughed a grassroots movement to share the good-spirited things we’re seeing and doing in Wisconsin to help each other during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sharing on social media photos and news links, telling the stories of the many ways people, businesses and communities are helping one another and add the #HowWiHelp hashtag. |
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| De-Stress with a Walk, City, State Parks Remain Available (posted March 26, 2020) | |
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In his stay-at-home emergency order now in effect, Gov. Tony Evers recognized that getting outdoors—in a safe manner—is essential for the health and well-being of residents. Locally, the city of Antigo’s playgrounds, restrooms, and shelters are closed, but parks are open to activities that comply with social distancing requirements. |
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| Visitors, Some Residents Told to Stay Away Due To COVID-19 (posted March 25, 2020) | |
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Langlade County has issued a Seasonal and Secondary Homeowners Travel Advisory on March 25, 2020 due to COVID-19. |
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| Langlade County Seasonal & Secondary Homeowner Travel Advisory (posted March 24, 2020) | |
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The Langlade County Unified Command Team has issued a Langlade County Seasonal & Secondary Homeowner Travel Advisory on March 24, 2020. |
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| Get Moving, and Try Ice Skating at the Peaceful Valley Complex of Rinks, Trails (posted February 25, 2020) | |
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No matter what type of skating you prefer - hockey, figure, or trail skating - Peaceful Valley Park has all these ice skating options in Antigo. |
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| To Get Moving Antigo, Try Donning a Pair of Snowshoes and Taking Nighttime Jaunt (posted February 10, 2020) | |
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Let’s get moving Antigo, and snowshoes may be the perfect way to do it! Snowshoeing on marked trails are available at Moccasin Lake Trails, Jack Lake Mountain Bike Trails, Gartzke Flowage, beside Springbrook Cross Country Ski Trail, and Antigo Single Track Mountain Bike Trail on Dump Road. |
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| Antigo Adds More Recreational Opportunities (posted January 29, 2020) | |
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In 2020, the City of Antigo will again be partnering with various groups and organizations for park, trail, and facility improvements as well as development of new recreational programming and activities. |
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| Deerbrook Bridge Runners Classic Snowmobile Cruise on February 1 (posted January 8, 2020) | |
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Vintage and classic snowmobile owners and admirers are invited to take part February 1, 2020, in the 17th Annual Deerbrook Bridge Runners Classic Cruise in Neva Corners, Wisconsin. Find out more on the Classic Snowmobile Ride. |
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| Will Tuesday Night Mark a Return to the Roaring '20s? Swartzendruber's Thinks So (posted December 30, 2019) | |
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Area Langlade County businesses celebrate the end of a decade and the beginning of a New Year. Check out what these businesses have planned for the celebrations. |
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| Snowmobile Trails Await Colder Temps (posted December 9, 2019) | |
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Snowmobilers may be revving their engines, but a combination of factors mean it will be a while before trails are rideable across Langlade County. The problems include tree blocking many popular snowmobile trails and swamps and lakes remain thawed, making them impassable for groomers. |
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| From the Optimist Park to the West Coast, Funtime Antigo Continues Growth (posted November 13, 2019) | |
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A local skateboard team which has plied its trade right here in Antigo, continues to garner national attention. Now complete with sponsorship, the group is flying a number of members to California today to meet with a professional skate organization. |
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| Local Honors Presented for Ice Age Trail Activities (posted November 6, 2019) | |
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Six area residents were recognized recently at the annual Ice Age Trail Alliance (IATA) conference held near Baraboo. |
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| DNR Warns Hunters of Remaining Storm Damage in Oconto, Langlade Counties (posted November 5, 2019) | |
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If your hunting grounds are in Oconto or Langlade County, be careful because there is still damage from July storms in the area. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says hunters may encounter unrecognizable or inaccessible locations and may need to scout for new areas to hunt. |
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| Dirty Dog Dryland Derby Draws More than 100 Teams to Pearson (posted November 5, 2019) | |
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The 14th annual Dirty Dog Dryland Derby drew more than 100 racing teams for a tremendous event at the MaKaJaWan Boy Scout Camp in Pearson November 2-3, 2019 weekend. |
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| Clearing the Trails (posted November 4, 2019) | |
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Team Rubicon, a nonprofit disaster relief team that utilizes the skills of military veterans and first responders, deployed to Oconto and Langlade Counties for a second wave of cleanup. When leaders at Miller-Bradford & Risberg in Waukesha County heard about the type of equipment needed by the Team Rubicon, they signed on to help by donating equipment. |
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| 'Dirty Dog' Races Set this Weekend (posted November 1, 2019) | |
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Lovers of dogs, competition, and autumn Northwoods weather can get a taste of all three this weekend (November 2-3, 2019), when the 14th annual Dirty Dog Dryland Derby takes place at MaKaJaWan Boy Scout Camp in Pearson. Racing will take place on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission and parking is free. |
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| Lily Snowmobile Club Getting Major Help Preparing for the New Season (posted October 30, 2019) | |
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Volunteers from the Lily Sno-Birds Snowmobile Club welcomed some heavy equipment from GNR Equipment of Black Creek and Mountain's Chute Pond Snowmobile Club to clear the Wolf River State Trail near Hollister. The group cleared the massive blowdowns that remained following the July 19 windstorms. |
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| Northern Wisconsin towns depend on snowmobile recreation to survive. So volunteers stepped in to clear damaged trails (posted October 29, 2019) | |
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Popular all-terrain vehicle trails reopened in the national forest by late August, helping return customers to Northwoods businesses that depend on recreation following the July 19 storm. But snowmobile trails remained blocked through September, threatening winter commerce. |
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| It could take 10 years for Wisconsin to recover from the violent July wind storm that wrecked northern forests (posted October 28, 2019) | |
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When dawn came July 20, residents of northern Wisconsin counties found a changed land: hundreds of thousands of trees leveled or twisted by 100-mph winds. The devastation remains topic No. 1 across Oconto and Langlade counties. As repairs and cleanups continue three months later, officials who manage federal, state and county forests still labor to grasp the extent of damage. |
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| Make-A-Wish Ride, Fund-Raiser this Weekend (posted October 11, 2019) | |
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The weather will be cool but hearts will be warm when the 12th annual ATV/UTV charity ride returns to Langlade County this weekend (October 12, 2019). The ride is hosted by the Kettle Morraine ATV Association in conjunction with the local club and the Wisconsin ATV/UTV Association to benefit Make-A-Wish Wisconsin. |
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| How The Wolf River Dam That Wasn't Helped Retain Scenic Beauty (posted October 8, 2019) | |
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Dams are an integral part of American history. Read from WXPR on how the Wolf River Dam that wasn't built has helped retain the scenic beauty. |
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| Springbrook Trail True Community Gem (posted October 3, 2019) | |
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Pastor Dick Kendal shares gives a first hand prespective on Antigo's Springbrook Trail opprotunities. He tells about his appreciation of the Springbrook Trail, looking at the recreational faciity with a new set of eyes that unveils the gem it truly is. |
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| Weather, Just About Everything Perfect for Wolfman on Saturday (posted September 11, 2019) | |
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The weather cooperated and an outstanding day of competition and fun along the Wolf River was enjoyed Saturday, September 7, 2019, at the 25th anniversary of the Wolfman Triathlon. The event was created a quarter century ago to showcase the kayaking, biking and running opportunities along the scenic and challenging Wolf River in eastern Langlade County. Find out the results. |
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| Fall in Love With the Byway Awarded Year 2 JEM Grant (posted September 6, 2019) | |
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The Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway's Fall in Love With the Byway promotion, which includes, sections of Highway 55 along the Wolf River in eastern Langlade County, has been awarded a 2nd year Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) grant through the Wisconsin epartment of Tourism. |
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| Late summer hike Saturday on Old Railroad Segment of Ice Age (posted September 6, 2019) | |
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Hikers are invited to enjoy a late summer hike on the recently re-routed Old Railroad Segment of the Ice Age Trail on Saturday, September 7, 2019. |
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| Triple R Gets Ready for Ride Saturday, Sunday Equine Event set in Lily Area (posted September 6, 2019) | |
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After a massive cleanup effort, members of the Triple R are going to relax and do some riding. The longtime equestrian club will hold its fall trail ride this weekend, September 7- 8, 2019, headquartered at the Sno Birds Clubhouse located on Turtle Lake Road just off Highway 52 at Lily. |
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| Wolfman Triathlon, the 25th, will be Held on, Along the River Saturday (posted September 5, 2019) | |
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The Wolfman Triathlon, one of the nation’s first off-road triathlons, will celebrate its 25th anniversary September 7th weekend. The event, which highlights the rugged and beautiful terrain of eastern Langlade County along the Wolf River, has expanded into two days of activities, with events opening Friday night and continuing well past the close of racing Saturday. |
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| July 19 Storm Impact on Langlade County Recreation (posted August 14, 2019) | |
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The July 19, 2019 storm has had a lasting impact on Langlade County's landscape and recreation. With the extent of damage from the storm, it will take some time to clear trails to make them safe for users. |
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| LAMBA Trail Report 8/14/19 (posted August 14, 2019) | |
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Nicolet Roche Mountain Bike Trail, Wolf River State Trail (non-mortorized section), Wolf River Mountain Bike Trail trail report from August 13, 2019. |
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| Second Annual Sustainable Farm Tour Set for County Sites Saturday (posted August 1, 2019) | |
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The second annual Langlade County Sustainable Farm Tour, featuring an opportunity to discover farms in Langlade County, will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2019. Everyone is invited to take their choice and tour Canopy Gardens, Grandview Orchard, Igl Farms, McDougal’s Farms, and Bures Organic Valley dairy farm. |
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| ‘Randall’ is Coming to Elcho - Cheery Van Will Dish Up Scoop on UW (posted July 31, 2019) | |
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Elcho Music at the Pavilion program will welcome a special guest Randall M. Scoops, a vintage 1957 International Harvester Metro van, on Wednesday, July 31. He’ll be bringing the famous Babcock ice cream to the summer Music In The Park program in Elcho. Everyone is invited to savor a scoop for free. |
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| Siebers Entertainment Starts Wednesday with Tribute Band, Fireworks at Pickerel (posted July 2, 2019) | |
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| Local Organization Featuring Bald Eagle in 4th of July Tours (posted July 2, 2019) | |
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The Raptor Education Group, Inc. (REGI) is a local organization that is hosting special tours in July to feature the majestic bald eagle. The nonprofit hosts public tours on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the summer. The July tour’s will spotlight the bald eagle with the hopes of educating visitors of their importance in central Wisconsin. |
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| Summer fun at Bear Paw Resort in Langlade County (posted July 1, 2019) | |
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The outdoors await you in Langlade County this summer at the Bear Paw Resort. Justin Steinbrinck from Fox 11 News spent some time in the on the Wolf River this week learning more about what makes this place a special stop for the summertime. |
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| Northwoods Triple Crown Returning in Mid-July (posted June 20, 2019) | |
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The Northwoods Triple Crown - a one-of-a-kind celebration of bulls, barrels and barbecue - returns to the Langlade County Fairgrounds in Antigo for the three-day event running July 12 to 14, 2019. In 2019, it will offer a salute to the logging camps that once dotted the northwoods. |
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| In the 1920's, Elcho Was an English Tudor Village (posted June 13, 2019) | |
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In 1923, a fire in Elcho resulted in a dramatic shift for the way the Langlade County town looked. Two fires changed Elcho's look. Elcho became one of the most architecturally striking towns in Wisconsin. |
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| ‘Blazing Babes’ Upgrade the Signage on Ice Age Trail Here (posted June 11, 2019) | |
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A dedicated group of Ice Age Trail volunteers, known as the “Blazing Babes” upgraded the signage along with 11.2 mile Old Railroad Segment of the Ice Age Trail National Scenic in June 2019. |
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| Scout Camps Offer Northwoods Experiences to Thousands (posted June 4, 2019) | |
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During the summer months Langlade County becomes a temporary home to many part-time residents and visitors. For a large number of young boys and girls a stay at summer camp in the area has become a tradition and the basis of lifelong friendships and memories. |
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| Registration Opens for Summer’s MK Triathlon, One-Of-A-Kind Event (posted May 20, 2019) | |
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For the seventh consecutive year, the Antigo Swim Club, along with the support of area sponsors, will be hosting the annual MK Triathlon, formerly known as the Splash N Dash, at Veteran’s Memorial Park at Jack Lake in Deerbrook on Saturday, July 13, 2019. Registration is now open online at mktriathlon.com. |
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| ‘Denim and Diamonds’ Saturday at North Star (posted May 16, 2019) | |
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Aspirus Langlade Hospital Auxiliary has created a new event for its 2019 fund-raiser, Demin & Diamonds, with proceeds supporting equipment needs for the hospital’s emergency department. It promises to be a gala affair, beginning with registration at 5 p.m on Saturday, May 18. |
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| 18th Annual Stand for Children Day Gets an Added Bike Element This Year (posted May 15, 2019) | |
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The 18th annual Stand for Children Day, a celebration of youth mixed with safety and fun, returns to Peaceful Valley Park on Saturday, May 18, 2019. Activities will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. New this year will be a Family Bike Safety Ride starting at noon. |
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| Plow Days Called a Great Success (posted May 7, 2019) | |
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It was a great day at the 2019 Old Time Plow Days event held in Polar, WI this past Saturday. The event is sponsored by the Northwoods Tractor Club. |
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| Old Time Plow Days Set Saturday (posted May 3, 2019) | |
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Old Time Plow Days will be held at Polar Ball Filed on Saturday, May 4, 2019 starting at 9:30 am. Come see demonstrations of plowing, threshing, chopping and chain saw carving, a petting zoo, displays, flea market and crafters and other vendors on the grounds. |
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| 2019 Denim and Diamonds Fundraiser May 18, 2019 (posted April 18, 2019) | |
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Aspirus Langlade Hospital Auxiliary will be hosting their 2019 Fundraiser Denims and Diamonds at North Star Lanes in Antigo starting at 5:00 pm on Saturday, May 18, 2019. |
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| On a Wintery Day, Summertime Music Information is Distributed (posted April 15, 2019) | |
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The 2019 Langlade County Music in the Park program has been released for Antigo, Elcho, and White Lake, which includes many area favorites like Hip Pocket, Lovin Country, MLC Blues band, Elvis Tribute and the Hayek Family, Northern Aires, Antigo Community Band and many, many more. |
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| Get Out the Green, Gold, Packer Tailgate Saturday (posted April 11, 2019) | |
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This Saturday, April 13, 2019, the Green Bay Packer Tailgate Tour will be stopping in Antigo. Habitat for Humanity of Langlade County will receive 100 percent of profits from the event, which caps off a week-long whirlwind tour across the state by Chief Executive Officer Mark Murphy and a host of recent standouts. Read more about what the Antigo stop has to offer. |
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| Harness Races Added to the Draw for the 2019 Langlade County Fair (posted March 28, 2019) | |
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Horsepower will returns to the racetrack at the Langlade County Fair this summer with trotters and pacers on Sunday afternoon, July 28, 2019. Other attractions will be IRA winged stock cars on Friday night, demo derby on Saturday night, and tractor pull on Sunday night after the harness races. |
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| Noted Comedy Team Visits This Weekend (posted March 21, 2019) | |
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Enjoy some “Ebony & Irony” this weekend at North Star Lanes. Nationally-acclaimed comedian Bob Zany is making his springtime trip to Antigo and he is bringing a friend, Jimmie Walker, for shows Friday, March 22, 2019, at 9:30 pm and Saturday, March 23, 2019, with dinner at 6:00 pm. |
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| Green Bay Packers Tailgate Tour (posted March 12, 2019) | |
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Every year the Green Bay Packers hit the road for the Packers Tailgate Tour to celebrate and thank fans in person as well as help local charities. Saturday, April 13th, 2019 Habitat for Humanity of Langlade County will host the areas ultimate tailgate party in Antigo at the Langlade County Fairgrounds. |
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| Across Northwoods, Sports are Going to the Dogs (posted March 11, 2019) | |
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You don’t have to be a musher to know that these dogs are ready for action. A cacophony of howls and barks fills the snowy air near the Doty Town Hall on a February Sunday afternoon. The Doty Dog Days of Winter event is a more varied canine spectacle. The Doty event is a great example of why this area of Wisconsin is such a popular home to some, and destination for many, sled dog racers. |
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| 'Cabin Fever' Fund-raiser for Boys & Girls Club is Saturday (posted March 6, 2019) | |
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Even the most ardent lover of all-things winter is likely suffering from a bad case of cabin fever, and this weekend that will be a good thing. The Boys & Girls Club of Langlade County will host its first annual “Cabin Fever” fund-raiser Saturday, March 9, 2019, featuring live music along with great food and drinks at “The Block,” the headquarters of North Central Sales Auctions LLC, located at Highway 45 and 52, Aniwa. It will run from 6 to 11 p.m. |
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| Packer's Tailgate Tour is Here April 13 (posted February 19, 2019) | |
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Several Packer greats, along with President/CEO Mark Murphy will visit Antigo as part of the team's annual Tailgate Tour, a five-day blitz across the state. The tour will come to the Langlade County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 13. Doors open at 11 a.m. with the event getting underway at 1 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Langlade County Habitat for Humanity. |
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| Community Update On Recreation, Park Developments (posted February 12, 2019) | |
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The City of Antigo is fortunate as a community to have an abundance of neighborhood parks, community facilities and recreational opportunities promoting active lifestyles, with 21 parks totaling over 100 acres of park space within city limits. There’s no excuse not to get outside. The continued development of these parks and green spaces is a shared community effort.
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| Classic Cruise is Set for Saturday, Weather Expected to be Excellent (posted February 1, 2019) | |
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The weather is expected to be fine for the 16th annual Classic Cruise Saturday, February 2, 2019. The event is hosted by the Deerbrook Bridge Runners Snowmobile Club. It will be headquartered at Quinn's Bar in Neva Corners, with registration at 10 a.m. and the ride at noon. |
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| Elcho Cross Country-Ski Club will Host Ski Junket on Saturday (posted January 24, 2019) | |
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The weather promises to be brisk but Michelle’s Lodge will be inviting and the trails groomed and packed for the 28th annual ski junket hosted by the Elcho Cross-Country Ski Club on Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Moccasin Ski Trail, located west of Elcho off Moccasin Lake Road. |
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| Gartzke Facility Hosting Annual Year-ending Breakfast Saturday (posted December 28, 2018) | |
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Gartzke Flowage trails and lodge will be filled with local and visiting families Saturday morning for the year-end Breakfast at Gartzke and hosted by Antigo Bike and Ski Club. |
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| Dirty Dog Dryland Race This Weekend at Pearson Camp (posted November 2, 2018) | |
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Dirty Dog Dryland Race will be held November 3 & 4, 2018, at MaKaJaWan Boy Scout Reservation in Pearson. The races starting at 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday and concluding each day by about 2:30 p.m. There is no fee for parking or admittance and spectators are welcome. |
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| 'Owl-Ween' Program at Raptor Center Both Educational and Entertaining (posted October 12, 2018) | |
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Learn about birds at another of the “Owl-Ween” programs at the Antigo Raptor Education Group's (REGI) center southeast of Antigo on Thursday, Oct. 18 and Tuesday, Oct. 23. All tours run 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. |
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| ATV/UTV Charity Ride Gets a Start This Morning, Draws a Crowd (posted October 12, 2018) | |
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Preliminaries to the 11th annual ATV/UTV Charity Ride kicked off with riders from throughout Langlade County joining members of the Kettle Moraine ATV Club and the Wisconsin ATV-UTV Association on an outing across northeastern Langlade County. The rite is actually three days of activities, with Saturday's main event and banquet, with proceeds earmarked to the Make-a-wish Foundation. |
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| Sunny Days, Cool Nights Bring Out the Best Color (posted October 11, 2018) | |
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Read more about how the lowering of the sun in the fall triggers leaves to stop producing chlorophyll; therefore, leaves change color. |
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| Despite the Weather, Cheerful Group Works Today on Ice Age Trail Unit (posted October 10, 2018) | |
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This morning volunteers gathered at the staging area for the Ice Age Trail Alliance Mobile Skills Crew. Volunteers will spend the next week rerouting a 10-mile portion of The Old Railroad Segment. The new route will showcase hidden gems that even the most dedicated hikers may not know exist, including old growth white pines, stands of hemlock and a tiny no-name lake. |
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| For Local Youth, No More Tough Sledding (posted October 8, 2018) | |
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A Rotary project is making improvements to the City of Antigo's sledding hill by picking rocks, adding plants, grading the hill, punching post holes and installing railings for improved safety and aesthetics. |
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| Visitors Enjoy Gartzke, Add to Reputation of ‘County of Trails’ (posted October 7, 2018) | |
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Marshfield YMCA Seniors on the Move program spent the day hiking the Gartzke Trail the first week in October, a trip hosted by Antigo Bike and Ski Club volunteers Don and JoAnn Belanger, Katherine Gorichan and Nick Salm. |
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| 10 miles of Ice Age Trail Here to be Rerouted, Volunteers Sought (posted October 5, 2018) | |
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A project to reroute the Ice Age Trail section known as the Old Railroad Segment will begin Tuesday, October 9, 2018. Volunteers are needed to help reroute the 10-mile segment. |
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| Fall Ice Age Trail Hike Set for Saturday (posted October 4, 2018) | |
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Enjoy a fall hike on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County on Saturday, October 6, 2018. Meet 9 a.m. in front of the Langlade County Forestry Office at the fairgrounds. The hike will be a five-mile trek on a new portion of the Old Railroad segment recently rerouted through the Jack Lake ski trail area. |
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| Eli Putting Up a Big Cancer Fight, But Asks to Help Others in Need (posted September 25, 2018) | |
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Eli Kassler, and bELIeve15, a group made up of Eli and his supporters, will put on Eli’s Unite and Fight Community Breakfast and Eli Stick It To Cancer Run/Walk on Saturday, September 29, 2018 in Antigo’s Peaceful Valley Park area. |
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| Local Competitors Do Well at Wolfman (posted September 11, 2018) | |
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Find out the results of the 24th annual Wolfman Triathlon. Local Langlade County competitors posed excellent results. |
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| Another Big Crowd Expected at Wolfman (posted September 7, 2018) | |
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The 24th annual Wolfman Triathlon in Langlade County returns to the upper Wolf River on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Racers will begin at 8 a.m. |
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| Late Summer hike Set Saturday on Rail Segment of Ice Age Trail (posted September 6, 2018) | |
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A new portion of a long-standing trail will be explored Saturday, during a late summer hike hosted by the Langlade County Ice Age Trail Chapter. This September hike will be a five-mile trek on a new portion of the Old Railroad Segment recently rerouted through the Jack Lake cross country ski trail area by chapter volunteers. |
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| Big Rolling Stone Picnic Set Sunday (posted August 30, 2018) | |
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The Rolling Stone Lake picnic for 2018 is just about ready to open Sunday, September 2, 2018, for a day of fun, music, games, food, drinks and more in northeastern Langlade County. The picnic is an important fundraiser being held to operate an aggressive summertime aquatic weed harvest program to improve the recreation opportunities on the lake. |
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| Crisp Apples, Sweet Maple Syrup are on These Farm Tours (posted August 27, 2018) | |
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Crisp apples from Grandview Orchard & Nursery Stock and tasty maple syrup from Tapped Maple Syrup are among the farms that will be featured at the first Sustainable Farm Tour Saturday, August 25 in Antigo and Deerbrook. |
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| Homegrown Veggies, Organic Spuds on This Tour of Farms in County (posted August 24, 2018) | |
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Home-grown fresh vegetables from McDougals Farm and organic potatoes from Igl's Farm are among the farms that will be featured at the first Sustainable Farm Tour in Antigo and Deerbrook on Saturday, August 25, 2018. Saturday's event will feature six local operations. |
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| Farm Tour Features Organic Milk, Hydroponic Tomatoes (posted August 23, 2018) | |
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Organic milk from Bures Organic Dairy Farm and hydroponic tomatoes from Canopy Gardens are among the areas/farms that will be featured at the first Sustainable Farm Tour Saturday, August 25, 2018, in Antigo and Deerbrook. |
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| Sustainable farm tours are set in area, the public is invited to join in (posted August 22, 2018) | |
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Langlade County is being a hub for the one of the fastest growing trends agriculture—sustainable farming—and the public is invited to take a look at 9 am, 11 am, and 2 pm. The first Sustainable Farm Tour, featuring six local operations devoted to providing delicious potatoes, dairy, fruits, veggies, maple syrup, and meats, will take place on Saturday, Aug. 25 in Antigo and Deerbrook. |
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| Six Langlade County farmers holding tours for Sustainable Farm Tour on August 25 (posted August 9, 2018) | |
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We invite you to come and tour local, sustainable farms and discover the delicious potatoes, dairy, fruits, veggies, maple syrup, and meats produced right here in Langlade County! Choose to tour three of six sustainable farms in Langlade County on Saturday, August 25, 2018. |
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| Bulls, Barbecue and Barrels to Spark Triple Crown at Fairgrounds (posted August 2, 2018) | |
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Bulls, barrels, barbecues and a reunion of old friends are all on tap for the second annual Northwoods Triple Crown, now under a week away on August 10-12 at the Langlade County Fairgrounds in Antigo. |
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| Triple Crown returning to Langlade County Fairgrounds (posted August 1, 2018) | |
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The annual Northwoods Triple Crown will be held Aug. 10-12 at the Langlade County Fairgrounds in Antigo. The event kicks off on Friday at 3 p.m. |
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| A Hidden Place: Tucked Away on the Evergreen River, a Haven for Fishing Trout (posted July 10, 2018) | |
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This summer, crews from the Department of Natural Resources are using Christmas trees pinched (with permission of course) from the bonfires piles in Merrill and Antigo and using them to improve trout habitat on the Evergreen River just west of White Lake. |
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| MK Triathlon July 14 at Jack Lake's Facilities (posted July 4, 2018) | |
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MK Triathlon—formerly known as the Splash-N-Dash—will be held on July 14, 2018, at Veterans Memorial Park at Jack Lake. Organizers this year are trying to increase involvement by not only make it a fun-filled day for racers, but for everyone involved. |
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| Great Northern Campground's Ammentities (posted July 2, 2018) | |
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Great Northern Campground is Langlade County’s newest campground, offering 53 sites, most with water and electrical hook-ups. It also offers a large swimming pond with sand beach, showers and flush toilets. It is located on the ATV/UTV trail. Daily and seasonal sites are available. Dogs are welcome. |
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| Music in the Park Opens Monday, Promises Great Season of Concerts (posted June 4, 2018) | |
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Langlade County’s acclaimed 2018 Music in the Park opens Monday. Held at the City Park bandstand, this year’s traditional opener will be the Antigo High School Jazz Band. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. with food served at 5:30 p.m. |
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| Happy Campers Return to Boulder Lake (posted May 31, 2018) | |
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Campers return to Boulder Lake Campground after U.S. Forest Service Officials temporarily closed the campground. Cindy Loewenhagen and Chris Doorn's family explain the beauty of the area. |
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| Fall In Love With the Byway Awarded JEM Grant (posted May 29, 2018) | |
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The Wisconsin Department of Tourism will be awarding a Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) grant for the Fall in Love With the Byway promotion in August. The Fall in Love With the Byway promotion is a cooperative effort between Langlade, Forest, Oneida and Vilas counties to market the Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway. |
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| Boulder Lake Campground to open May 24 (posted May 17, 2018) | |
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Boulder Lake Campground will open Thursday, May 24, 2018. |
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| Rodeo Event Gallops into Second Year with Help from Tourism Grant (posted May 16, 2018) | |
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Black Hawk Hill Horse Park, Inc. is lassoing in family fun at the second annual Northwoods Triple Crown Festival with help from a $20,564 Joint Effort Market (JEM) grant from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism. Grant funds will go toward online, print and radio advertisements for the event. |
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| Langlade County’s acclaimed Music in the Park set to kick off Wednesday, May 23 (posted May 16, 2018) | |
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The 2018 acclaimed Langlade County's Music in the Park will begin on May 23 in Elcho, June 4 in Antigo, and June 19 in White Lake. These free music concerts are held at Antigo’s City Park, Elcho’s Jack LaMar Pavilion and the White Lake Depot. |
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| Registration Opens for Summer Triathlon (posted May 16, 2018) | |
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The unique Splash-N-Dash, will be reborn, with a new name and new features, this summer. On July 14, the Antigo Swim Club will host the inaugural MK Off-Road Triathlon, along with the classic duathlon, at Veterans Memorial Park at Jack Lake. |
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| Nicolet Campground at Boulder Lake Will Open (posted May 10, 2018) | |
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Boulder Lake Campground in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest will be opening May 24, 2018. |
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| Family Finds Success on Fishing Opener (posted May 10, 2018) | |
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The Schmidli Family found success on the opening day of fishing on the Wolf River. |
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| Langlade County Tourism Grows: Visitors Spent $47.7 Million Here During 2017 (posted May 9, 2018) | |
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Tourism in Langlade County grew 2.68 percent in 2017, mirroring the northwoods growth of 3.17 percent. |
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| Wolf River Chapter of Trout Unlimited dedicates bench to the late Herb Buettner (posted May 8, 2018) | |
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Members of the Wolf River Chapter of Trout Unlimited gathered to dedicate
the Herb Buettner Memorial Bench held at Herb’s Landing, a well-known fishing and rafting access to the Wolf River, off of County M near White Lake. |
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| Vintage Market & Design Event to be Held at Heinzen Pavilion (posted May 7, 2018) | |
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Vintage Market and Design Event is May 11 & 12 at the Heinzen Pavilion in Antigo. |
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| Plow Days Saturday at Polar Park (posted May 4, 2018) | |
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The Old Time Plow Days, sponsored by the Northwoods Tractor Club, will be held starting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 5, at the Polar Recreational Ball Park, located east of Antigo at N2700 County Highway S. |
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| Langlade County Seeking Input on Biking and Walking (posted May 3, 2018) | |
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Langlade County is currently seeking input on bicycling and walking throughout the county and in its towns, villages and cities. Two tools have been made available to help people provide their input including an online survey and an interactive mapping exercise. |
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| Langlade County Bike and Walking Survey (posted April 3, 2018) | |
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Help North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (NCWRPC) and Langlade County to develop a Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan for the community by taking a survey and interactive mapping exercise. |
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| Parade, Parties, Food to Mark St. Pat's (posted March 16, 2018) | |
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A happy twist of the calendar puts St. Patrick’s Day on a Saturday this year, and just about everyone will be a little bit Irish for a few hours in Langlade County. |
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| Kettlebowl Celebrates '18 Fun Day (posted March 5, 2018) | |
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The 2018 Kettlebowl Fun Day was a reunion for people who have been associated with the ski and recreation area northeast of Antigo for decades. |
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| DNR Unveils Updated Renewal Notice Format for Boats, ATV/UTVs, Snowmobiles and Off-Highway Motorcycles (posted February 22, 2018) | |
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Wisconsin DNR has unveiled a new renewal registration format for boats, ATV, UTV, snowmobiles or off-highway motorcycles in Wisconsin for 2018. A postcard replaces the letters that have previously been sent. |
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| Tombstone Club to Host Chili Ride Saturday (posted February 9, 2018) | |
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The Tombstone Pickerel Sno Club will host one of its major fund-raisers, its annual chili ride-in, running from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Tombstone Pickerel Sno Club tractor and equipment storage building at N9398 Hwy. DD, Pickerel, WI. |
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| White Lake Fishing Derby Will be Held Saturday (posted February 9, 2018) | |
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The 44th annual White Lake Fire Department Fishing Derby is set for this Saturday, February 10th. The event runs from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is headquartered at the heated White Lake Pavilion. |
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| Jack Lake Ski Fest Set Feb. 10: Focus of Event This Year to be Youngsters (posted February 5, 2018) | |
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The second Jack Lake Ski Fest will be held Saturday, February 10 at Langlade County’s premier trail system off Highway J. Race can compete in 18K, 10K, or 1-mile race for youngsters. |
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| No Smartphones Allowed at Trivia Party on Friday (posted February 1, 2018) | |
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The Boys & Girls Club of Langlade County will host Trivia Night on Friday, February 2 at North Star Lanes. |
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| Use of Motorized Recreational Vehicles in Wolf River Area Eyed (posted January 25, 2018) | |
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The public has the opportunity to review and comment on proposed amendments that would provide access for motorized recreational vehicles at three properties, including the Upper Wolf River Fisheries Area. Potential changes in the state management plan are under review by the Natural Resources Board, with a decision expected later this spring. |
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| New Snow Means Kettlebowl Will Open (posted January 19, 2018) | |
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Opening weekend for Kettlebowl Ski Hill will be Saturday and Sunday, January 20 and 21. The ski hill will be open from noon to 4 p.m. both days. |
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| Quietly, Antigo Lake Growing Great Fish (posted January 9, 2018) | |
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One of the best fishing holes in Antigo and Langlade County might be just out the back door in one of the three basins that make up Antigo Lake. |
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| A History of Forestry for Langlade County and the City of Antigo (posted January 3, 2018) | |
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The City of Antigo has been awarded a DNR Urban Forestry Grant. Part of the grant includes funding for public education and outreach. The below information is one of nine articles that will be published regarding urban forestry for the City of Antigo as well as forestry for Langlade County. |
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| Ribbon Cut for New Outdoor Facility (posted January 3, 2018) | |
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Colin Koss formally dedicated the new Michelle's Lodge at the Moccasin Trail in honor of his late mother Michelle. |
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| Michelle's Lodge dedication Saturday (posted December 28, 2017) | |
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Michelle's Lodge dedication is slated at the trailhead from 1 to 4 p.m., with a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1:30 p.m. Moccasin Lake trailhead is located west of Elcho. |
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| Sustainable Recreation Program Public Input (posted December 26, 2017) | |
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The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is seeking input until December 31, 2017, from recreationists and community stakeholders as it works to develop a sustainable recreation program, specifically for its campgrounds, boat landings, trailheads, picnic areas and beaches. |
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| Volunteers Working at Kettlebowl (posted November 15, 2017) | |
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Those who would like to become a volunteer at Kettlebowl Ski Hill are urged to attend a meeting of the Langlade County Ski Club Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Antigo Public Library. |
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| Really ‘Dirty Dogs’ Compete in Unusual Dryland Conditions (posted November 15, 2017) | |
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Due to weather conditions, the second annual Dirty Dog Dryland Derby held at Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan Boy Scout Reservation in Pearson was the dirtiest dog yet. Find out the results from the 2017 Dirty Dog Dryland Derby. |
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| Ice Age Hiker Enjoys Warm Welcome (posted November 11, 2017) | |
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Melanie McManus, a freelance writer, was interviewed by local radio host Gary Hartl about her book, “Thousand-Miler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail.” |
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| 10th Annual Charity Ride Has a New Location, and Supports a New Charity (posted October 16, 2017) | |
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The Kettle Moraine ATV Association has hosted an annual charity ride for 10 years. But for the first time the ride was held in Antigo, with the help of Antigo's ATV/UTV Club. Around 145 ATV and UTV riders hit the trails in Antigo on Saturday for the charity ride. |
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| Big Off-Road Fund-Raiser Being Held Here (posted October 13, 2017) | |
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Kettle Moraine ATV Association and Make-A-Wish Wisconsin are rolling into Antigo as guests of the Antigo ATV/UTV Club, bringing their 10th annual charity ride to a community eager to help. |
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| Mountain Bike Dedications Held Sunday: 'County of Trails' Title is Even More Meaningful Now (posted October 10, 2017) | |
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The weather cooperated in a delightful fashion Sunday, as members of the Langlade Area Mountain Bike Association dedicated two additions to the “County of Trails” at the City of Antigo Single Track Trail and Jack Lake. |
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| Antigo Area ATV/UTV Club to host 10th Annual Charity Ride (posted October 9, 2017) | |
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Thanks to support from the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin and the Kettle Moraine ATV Association, the Antigo ATV/UTV Club is hosting its 10th Annual Charity Ride on Saturday, October 14th, bringing a chance for joy to a two young men as they deal with the difficulties of cancer. |
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| Two Mountain Bike Trails to be Dedicated Sunday (posted October 6, 2017) | |
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After a summer of work, and the efforts of a cadre of enthusiastic volunteers, the newest additions to the Langlade County of Trails will be dedicated this Sunday, October 8, at Jack Lake and Antigo Single Track Mountain Bike Trail. |
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| Dog-Powered Fun Set for Saturday at Pearson-Area Camp (posted September 29, 2017) | |
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Grab your canine best friend and head out to MaKaJaWan Boy Scout Camp in Pearson on Saturday, October 1st for the free Dog Powered Sports 101, a day of fun and activity for dogs and their human buddies. Hosted by the Langlade County Sled Dog Club, the free educational event will open at 9 a.m. |
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| Boys, Girls Fund-Raiser Draws a Colorful Crowd (posted September 26, 2017) | |
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Here are the results of the Boys & Girls Club of Langlade County 3rd Annual Bright Futures 5K Color Run/Walk held on September 23, 2017, at the Langlade County Fairground in Antigo. |
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| Wolfman Triathlon a Great Success, May Be Expanded in Future (posted September 12, 2017) | |
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The 2017 Wolfman Triathlon is evolving into a weekend-long celebration of silent sports which drew about 300 competitors and assisted by 140 volunteers to the Gardner Dam Boy Scout Camp at Langlade Friday and Saturday. |
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| Antigo Rotary Helping Cycle Trail (posted August 25, 2017) | |
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Rotarians joined with members of the Langlade Area Mountain Bike Association (LAMBA) at Veterans Memorial Park at Jack Lake recently, presenting a check for $5,000 toward the mountain bike trail development project. |
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| New Scenic Byway Could Attract More Tourists to the Northwoods (posted August 23, 2017) | |
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Dozens gathered at Hiles Town Hall for the dedication of the new Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway that showcases Vilas, Oneida, Forest and Langlade County's natural beauty. |
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| Loren Barske Wins 'Best of Show' (posted August 22, 2017) | |
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Here are the results from the 2017 Badgerland Classics and Customs Car Show held this past Sunday at Antigo’s Peaceful Valley Park Sunday. |
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| Crowd Huge for Bull Riding Event (posted August 15, 2017) | |
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Langlade County hit a trifecta this weekend at the inaugural Northwoods Triple Crown. The three-day event, a mix of barbecue competitions, barrel racing and professional bull riding, drew an outstanding crowd to the Langlade County Fairgrounds on a very busy August weekend. |
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| Local Grillmasters Win Award (posted August 15, 2017) | |
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Local grillmasters won People's Choice honors at an inaugural barbecue cookoff Saturday as part of the Northwoods Triple Crown. |
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| Dedication of New Nicolet Wolf River Scenic Byway (posted August 14, 2017) | |
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The official dedication of the new Nicolet Wolf River Scenic Byway will take place Tuesday, August 22nd at 4:00 p.m. in the Town of Hiles. |
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| ‘Triple Crown’ Weekend Starts on Aug. 11, Busy Schedule Includes ‘Dr. T’ (posted August 4, 2017) | |
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Dr. Thecla Helmbrecht Howard will return to her hometown as keynote speaker and guest clinician for the inaugural Northwoods Triple Crown on Friday, August 11, 2017. |
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| The Northwoods Triple Crown Professional Bull Riding and Barrel Racing (posted July 31, 2017) | |
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The Northwoods Triple Crown and Brickners of Antigo & RV Center Present “Professional Bull Riding and Barrel Racing” at the Langlade County Fairgrounds in Antigo on Saturday, August 12, starting at 7 PM. |
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| MC Country Fest Brings the Spirit of FuddFest Back to Langlade County (posted July 24, 2017) | |
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The last time live country music was heard on the campgrounds of western Langlade County was four years ago as the popular festival known of as FuddFest saw its final act played in 2013. Come August this year, however, the spirit that was FuddFest returns to the Deerbrook area in the form of MC Country Fest, bringing the music, party and community together once again. |
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| Kids from Wisconsin Pay Visit Tuesday (posted July 19, 2017) | |
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Antigo will welcome home Brennon Brown and Isaac Cuellar when the Kids From Wisconsin come to the high school’s Volm Theater on Tuesday, July 18, 2017. |
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| Annual Splash-n-Dash Set for Saturday at Jack Lake Facilities (posted July 18, 2017) | |
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The weather promises to be delightful for Saturday’s fifth annual Splash-n-Dash Duathlon, the only race of its kind in Northcentral Wisconsin. The race, a mix of swimming and running, will be held at Veterans Memorial Park at Jack Lake starting at 8:30 a.m. |
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| ATV/UTV Group to Use Parade to Start its October Charity Ride Campaign (posted July 3, 2017) | |
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Antigo Area ATV/UTV Club members will be kicking-off its three-month fund drive for the 10th annual Make-A-Wish Wisconsin charity ride when they roll their float in Tuesday’s Fourth of July parade. |
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| Ribbon Clipped at Heinzen Pavilion (posted June 27, 2017) | |
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Members of the Heinzen family, equipped with a bucketful of scissors provided by Antigo Park and Recreation Director Sarah Repp, clipped a ceremonial ribbon officially opening the Heinzen Peaceful Valley Pavilion on Friday. |
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| Quad, Cycle Racing Here Saturday (posted June 23, 2017) | |
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The Rib Mountain Riders will fire up the Langlade County Fairgrounds race track for the first time in nearly a year when they bring a program of quad and motorcycle events to the Antigo facility. The youth classes will hit the big half-mile clay track at 6 p.m., and the pro classes will be out and riding at 9 p.m. Saturday. |
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| Triple Crown Festival Gets a Helping Hand, to be Held Here Aug. 11-13 (posted June 23, 2017) | |
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Antigo was once the horse racing hub of Wisconsin with a new event is honoring that history and hopes to create new traditions of its own. The Northwoods Triple Crown Festival will highlight the best of Wisconsin's equestrian background Aug. 11 through 13, mixing food, memories, and, of course, friendly competitions. |
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| Department of Tourism JEM Grant Helping Antigo Horse Park Promote New Summer Rodeo (posted June 22, 2017) | |
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Northwoods Triple Crown received a $26,677 Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) grant Wednesday afternoon from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism to help promote the August rodeo through advertisements, signs, and other methods. |
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| Rodeo Event Highlights Wisconsin’s Equestrian Background with Help from Tourism Grant (posted June 22, 2017) | |
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Northwoods Triple Crown Festival is highlighting the best of Wisconsin’s equestrian background with a three-day family-friendly event. With help from a $26,677 Joint Effort Marketing (JEM) Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, Black Hawk Hill Horse Park, Inc. is bringing the excitement of classic rodeo-style events to the Langlade County Fairgrounds in Antigo on August 11-13. |
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| Bicycle Trail Project Shifts to High Gear in the Jack Lake Forest (posted June 21, 2017) | |
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Work is getting underway on a new mountain bike trail system at Jack Lake, and now volunteers are needed to help. Langlade Area Mountain Bike Association (LAMBA) will host workdays Saturday and Sunday, June 24 & 25 from 8 a.m. to noon, followed by lunch. |
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| 'County of Trails' is Expanding Again with New Single-Track Trail at Old Landfill (posted June 6, 2017) | |
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Langlade Area Mountain Bike Association, known as LAMBA, is partnering with city officials to add a beginner’s loop to the single-track bicycle trail located south of Antigo off of Dump Road, the site of the former city landfill. |
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| Farmers Market Opens Saturday in New Building at Peaceful Valley Park (posted June 5, 2017) | |
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The first harvests of the season will be available when the Antigo Farmers Market kicks off its ninth season Saturday in a new location, the Heinzen Pavilion in Peaceful Valley Park. |
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| Michelle's Friends, Fellow Riders Will Be Out Saturday (posted June 2, 2017) | |
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The second annual Ride to Remember, a tribute bicycle ride in memory of Michelle Koss, will take place on Saturday starting at 10 a.m. at Peaceful Valley Park. |
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| New, Expansive Bike Trail Draws Support (posted May 15, 2017) | |
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An expansive new bike trail system, designed to connect all ages with the outdoors while enhancing recreational opportunities, is being constructed at the Veterans Memorial Park complex at Jack Lake. |
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| Antigo Rocks Mixes Art and Outdoor Activity for the Community (posted May 9, 2017) | |
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If you happen to be walking about in the Antigo area and stumble across a decoratively designed rock along your path, you have just been graced by one of the many Antigo Rocks stones that have made their way to Langlade County. |
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| Plow Days was a Great Success (posted May 8, 2017) | |
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The Northwoods Tractor Club marked an excellent 2017 Old Time Plow Days Old Time Plow Days celebration Saturday at the Polar Recreational Ball Park. |
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| Langlade County ATV Trails (posted April 26, 2017) | |
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The Spring/Summer/Fall State funded ATV and UTV trails in Langlade County will open for the season at 7:00 am Monday, May 1, 2017. Early season trail conditions will exist with trails in generally fair to good condition. Please use caution as some areas may still be wet and trail work is ongoing. |
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| First Ice Age Trail Hike of the Season to be Held Saturday (posted April 20, 2017) | |
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The first hike of the season on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County will be held Saturday, April 22, starting at 9 am for the Langlade County Forestry Office located at the Langlade County Fairgrounds. They will be hiking the Old Railroad segment. |
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| Northwoods Triple Crown Event Coming to Antigo Later This Summer, Tickets on Sale Soon (posted April 3, 2017) | |
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A new event is arriving in Antigo later this summer – the Northwoods Triple Crown at the Langlade County Fairgrounds, held August 11th – 13th. |
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| Antigo Well Represented in Cast of Kids from Wisconsin’s ’17 Tour (posted March 15, 2017) | |
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Kids From Wisconsin has selected three performers representing Antigo High School for its 2017 troupe. |
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| Pickerel Holds Its St. Pat's Parade on a Nippy Saturday, Good Times Flow (posted March 14, 2017) | |
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The St. Patrick’s Day parade at Pickerel in Langlade County, one of the benchmark late winter events in the northwoods, got rolling shortly after noon on Saturday with temperature in the area of 17 degrees and winds at 12 miles per hour out of the north. |
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| Hugh Neff, Who Spent Summers at Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan, in Thick of Iditarod (posted March 13, 2017) | |
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Langlade County is pulling for one of its own in the Iditarod. Neff is a trail-hardened musher, but he grew up in the far gentler climes of Evanston, Ill. and spent his summers at the Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan Boy Scout Camp near Pearson. |
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| Kettlebowl Volunteers Celebrate Six Decades of Skiing at Saturday Fun Day (posted February 28, 2017) | |
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Volunteers at Kettlebowl ski hill celebrated six decades of family wintertime fun on Saturday with egg hunt, relay races, tennis ball toss, and limbo. |
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| Langlade County Fair Makes a Profit, Will Kick Off in Five Months (posted February 27, 2017) | |
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In exactly five months and one day. The curtain will rise on the 2017 Langlade County Fair. Planning is roaring ahead on the 2017 mid-summer exposition. This year's theme is Celebrating the Bounty of the County. |
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| Ski Race Saturday a Big Success (posted February 14, 2017) | |
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Seventeen skiers conquered the first Jack Lake Ski Fest Saturday at the Jack Lake Ski Trails and here are the results. |
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| L.A. Arts 6th Annual Snow Ball lights up North Star Lanes Saturday (posted February 13, 2017) | |
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The Langlade Area Arts (L.A. Arts) invites the public to its sixth annual Snow Ball fundraiser, entitled “An Evening of a Shimmering Blue Winter Wonderland,” with music by Hip Pocket to be held on Saturday, February 18th at North Star Lanes Banquet Hall, beginning at 7:00 PM. |
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| Vintage Snowmobile Fans Have A Great Saturday On The Classic Cruise (posted February 7, 2017) | |
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A big crowd of snowmobile enthusiasts turned out in Neva Saturday noon for the annual Deerbrook Bridge Runners Classic Cruise. |
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| Classic Cruise Roars Out of Neva Saturday (posted February 3, 2017) | |
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The Deerbrook Bridge Runners Snowmobile Club will host the 14th annual vintage and antique snowmobile ride, Classic Cruise, headquartered at Quinn’s Bar in Neva Corners. |
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| Langlade County Dog Sled Club Invites More Dog Lovers to Join (posted February 1, 2017) | |
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Most people enjoy taking their dogs out for walks. But Beth and Ken Castaldi prefer exercising their many dogs a little more competitively in Langlade County. For them, "snow time" is really showtime. |
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| Trails Reopen, County Ride Gets Started (posted January 31, 2017) | |
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Just over 24 hours after the snowmobile trails were reopened in Langlade County, sledders revved up their machines for the 22nd annual Langlade County Snowmobile Council ride. |
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| Elcho Ski Junket Event Was a Success (posted January 31, 2017) | |
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The parking lot was filled and the bonfire was blazing for the Elcho Cross-Country Ski Club’s annual junket held Saturday at the Moccasin Trail. |
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| Elcho Ski Club Invites All to Attend Its Ski Junket Saturday at Moccasin Site (posted January 26, 2017) | |
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The public is invited to try out some skis or snowshoes, enjoy hot chocolate around a bonfire, and check out the site for the proposed Michelle’s Lodge at the 26th annual Ski Junket hosted by the Elcho Cross Country Ski Club. |
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| Ice Bowl Raises $1,512 For Local Food Pantry (posted January 26, 2017) | |
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The Antigo Disc Golf Club’s first-ever Ice Bowl on Saturday raised $1,512 and 176.32 pounds of food for the Antigo Area Community Food Pantry. |
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| Jack Lake Ski Fest Feb. 11 (posted January 20, 2017) | |
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An inaugural ski race at the premier Jack Lake trails is designed to introduce a new generation to the joys of silent sports. |
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| Thaw Shuts Down Some Activities Here (posted January 20, 2017) | |
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Mother Nature is putting the brakes on winter activities, including skiing and snowmobiling. |
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| Get Outdoors This Weekend: It's Ideal on the Trails and Slopes Here (posted January 14, 2017) | |
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This is the weekend to shake those winter cobwebs. With almost a foot of fresh powder this week, groomers have been out in full force, crafting what should be perfect trails and slopes for skiing and snowmobiling this weekend in Langlade County. |
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| Disc golf Tournament Benefit Set Here, The Jack Lake Courses (posted January 13, 2017) | |
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The first annual Disc Golf Ice Bowl is slated for Jan. 21 and 22, at the City of Antigo and Jack Lake Disc golf courses. |
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| Snowmobile Trail Grooming (posted January 5, 2017) | |
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Have you ever wondered why the groomer wasn’t out last night? Everyone has had a day where the trails weren’t as smooth as the day before, and you just can’t understand why. Well, here’s a little insight into trail grooming. |
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| Make Sure Snowmobile Trails are Open and Safe Before Heading Out (posted December 15, 2016) | |
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In spite of the snowfall across much of Wisconsin in recent days, the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs (AWSC) wants to remind riders that most snowmobile trails in the state are not yet open. The majority of the snowmobile trails in the state are located on private property and without the generosity of these thousands of landowners, the Wisconsin snowmobile trail system would not be possible |
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| Reminder: No Ice Is Safe Ice; Ask Locals For Conditions (posted December 14, 2016) | |
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The Department of Natural Resources reminds winter enthusiasts that ice should never be considered safe and early season ice conditions varies from waterbody to waterbody. |
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| After a Long Run, ATV Trails Closing (posted November 30, 2016) | |
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Langlade County's system of all-terrain vehicle trails will close for the season on Wednesday, November 30. |
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| What's New For The Deer Seasons In 2016? (posted November 15, 2016) | |
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There are a few notable changes for the 2016 deer hunting season, and you can find them in a helpful "Deer Hunt 2016 - What do you need to know?" Other documents can be found at dnr.wi.gov, keyword "deer." |
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| 'Dirty Dog' Draw a Star and a Crowd (posted November 8, 2016) | |
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Champion musher Hugh Neff exchanged his sled for a wheeled cart and his parka for shirtsleeves at the Dirty Dog Dryland Derby this weekend. |
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| '9 to 5' musical opens on Friday (posted November 3, 2016) | |
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Office shenanigans—good and not so good—will be on display when Antigo Community Theatre presents 9 to 5: The Musical’’ beginning Friday. |
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| Donkey Basketball Comes to the Antigo Middle School (posted November 3, 2016) | |
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“Dairyland Donkey Basketball Show” at Antigo Middle School will be on November 5th starting at 7 PM. |
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| Champion Musher to Visit and Give Dry Land a Try at "Dirty Dog" (posted November 3, 2016) | |
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| Hikers Enjoy Outing at Parrish Hills, Erect Interpretive Marker (posted October 26, 2016) | |
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Twenty-one hikers enjoyed a warm fall hike on the Parrish Hills segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail earlier this month. They also observed a ribbon cutting ceremony of an interpretative marker which tells a tale about a vanished trail landmark along the segment in northwest Langlade County. |
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| Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is Underway (posted October 26, 2016) | |
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The North Central Wisconsin Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan is assess existing conditions related to bicycling and walking, identify other potential trail and route user groups, identify routes and describe policies and programs to assist local governments in improving bicycling and walking and promote connectivity between communities and destinations throughout north central Wisconsin. |
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| Elcho Students Work on Trail Project (posted October 20, 2016) | |
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On Friday, sixth through eighth grade students from the School District of Elcho traveled to the trail for a morning of maintenance work mixed with some hiking and other activities. |
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| Fall Ice Age Outing is Saturday (posted September 30, 2016) | |
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A fall hike on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County will take place Saturday, October 1, 2016 on the Parrish Hills segment. |
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| Antigo Expands Disc Golf Course To 18 Holes: Rotary, Golf League, City All Join To Carve Facility Out of Park Land (posted September 30, 2016) | |
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With help and encouragement from the Antigo Rotary Club, the city of Antigo has expanded its popular disc golf course to a full 18 holes. |
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| Three More "Sneak Peeks" from Deer Hunt Wisconsin 2016 Will Help Prepare Hunters For Another Fall Deer Hunt (posted September 28, 2016) | |
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The Wisconsin DNR has released new video segments to help hunters prepare for the fall deer hunt. Videos include a deer season introduction, where to find a place to hunt segment and a GameReg overview |
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| National Historic Preservation Act 50th Anniversary Photo Contest (posted September 22, 2016) | |
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Wisconsin State Historica Preservation has announced a photo contest. Entries must be submitted by October 7, 2016. |
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| Dog Powered Sports 101 Engages Dogs in Their Owner's Exercise (posted September 20, 2016) | |
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The Dog Powered Sports 101 training event was held in Pearson Sunday afternoon. |
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| Dog-Powered Event To Share Data With Public (posted September 16, 2016) | |
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Members of the Langlade County Sled Dog Club will be sharing information about how dog owners can team up with their dog for fun and fitness at a special dog powered sports weekend slated Saturday and Sunday at the MaKaJaWan Boy Scout Camp, W6730 Hwy. T, Pearson. The event will run Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 pm., and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. |
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| Fly-In Set for Airport Here on Saturday (posted September 16, 2016) | |
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Walker Aviation is inviting all to pay a visit to the Antigo Fly In, which opens at 10 a.m. at the facility at Highways 52 and 45 just northeast of the city. |
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| Stumbling Upon A World Traveler on the Ice Age Trail (posted September 14, 2016) | |
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When Terry Creekmore and Josh Richards set out to inspect the Ice Age Trail segment near Sherry Cemetery in Langlade County this past weekend, they had never expected to meet a hiking legend. |
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| 'Wolfies,' Volunteers to Help Make 22nd Wolfman A Success (posted September 14, 2016) | |
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Hundreds of wolfies, support teams and volunteers converged on the Wolf River Saturday for the 22nd Wolfman Triathlon, a unique off road triathlon highlighting the rugged terrain of the eastern part of Langlade County in and around the upper Wolf River. |
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| Gartzke Building Project Moves Forward, Winter Plans Will Be Reviewed Tuesday (posted September 12, 2016) | |
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Despite the theft of building materials, Antigo Bike and Ski Club volunteers Don Belanger and Mike Winski are constructing a new deck at the Gartzke Flowage lodge in time for fall and winter outings. |
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| Aircraft, Food, and Live Music To Be Had At The Antigo Fly-In Next Saturday (posted September 9, 2016) | |
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Aircraft alone are very interesting, but combined with food, live music, and activities, the Langlade County Airport will be a happening place-to-be next Saturday, September 17 as Walker Aviation hosts the Antigo Fly-In. |
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| Another Wolfman Crowd Expected (posted September 9, 2016) | |
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Saturday marks the 22nd year of The Wolfman Triathlon, a unique off-road triathlon which highlights the rugged and beautiful terrain of the eastern part of Langlade County in and around the upper Wolf River. |
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| Ice Age Trail Hike Set for Saturday (posted September 8, 2016) | |
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The Langlade County chapter of the Ice Age Trail will host a late summer hike over the Old Railroad Segment on Saturday. |
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| Tour Four Beautiful, Unique Homes at Hospital Auxiliary's '16 Parade (posted September 7, 2016) | |
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The Aspirus Langlade Hospital Auxiliary is gearing up for its 21st annual Parade of Homes, to be held on Saturday, Sept.17. |
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| During Langlade County's Early Days, Business Interests Eyed the Wolf River (posted September 7, 2016) | |
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There were a number of big businesses very interested in the Wolf River’s potential back in the 1960s, which would have put a resource at risk which we enjoy today. |
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| 'Junket' Crowd Explores the Area Surrounding Moccasin Trail System (posted September 6, 2016) | |
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An excellent crowd explored the Moccasin trails in summer time and got a firsthand look at the location of the proposed Michelle’s Lodge at the Elcho Cross-Country Ski Club’s first summer junket Sunday. |
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| It's Apple-Picking Time at Grandview (posted September 3, 2016) | |
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The venerable orchard, now well-past the 50-year mark, opens today under a recent change in ownership and a renewed commitment to sharing the natural taste and nutrition of home-grown apples with consumers. |
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| Music In The Park Season Comes To An End Monday (posted August 31, 2016) | |
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Antigo’s summer music in the park series ended as it began Thursday, with spectators enjoying outstanding music on the lovely summer evening at City Park. |
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| Karl Schulz Wins 'Best of Show' Award (posted August 23, 2016) | |
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The 2016 Badgerland show at Peaceful Valley Park drew nearly 300 entries, a range of motorcycles, trucks and cars — hundreds of them in every size, age and condition. Here is a list of award winners. |
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| Festival Set Saturday at Polar (posted August 19, 2016) | |
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Timber Haven, in cooperation with the community, fire department and other local businesses, will host what is billed as the First Ever Polar Fest Saturday afternoon and evening. |
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| Badgerland About To Roll Out 31st Car Show And Swap Meet (posted August 18, 2016) | |
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Badgerland Classics & Customs is a chance to showcase cars and truck at its 31st Annual Car Show and Swap Meet on Sunday, August 21, beginning at 8 a.m. and lasting until 4 p.m. |
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| DNR Outdoor Recreation Survey (posted August 18, 2016) | |
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Interested in outdoor recreation? Willing to tell us what types of activities you participate in? Have thoughts about what is currently available in Wisconsin and what's most needed? The DNR is conducting an outdoor recreation survey. |
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| Runners Converge At City Park As The 36th Tater Trot Tradition Continues (posted August 15, 2016) | |
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A total of 265 athletes laced up their running/walking shoes to participate in either the One Mile Kids Run, the Four Mile Run/Walk or the 10K Race in the Antigo Tater Trot. |
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| Over 100 Runners Took On Grueling 10K Antigo Tater Trot Race Saturday (posted August 15, 2016) | |
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Saturday’s 36th Annual Antigo Tater Trot 10K race produced a slower pace than in previous years. Here are the results. |
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| Moose Lake Family Picnic Offers A Way For Residents And Lake Patrons To Come Together (posted August 4, 2016) | |
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The Friends of Moose Lake Association likes to see everyone who enjoys the beautiful lake on Saturday, August 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Moose Lake County Park. |
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| Mushers Credit Langlade County Trails for Successes, Plan Events (posted July 26, 2016) | |
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Each medal winning musher that received an award in Buffalo, N.Y. was quick to say having an excellent training venue provided by the Langlade County trails was paramount to their success. |
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| Finishing Touches Being Put on The Fair (posted July 25, 2016) | |
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| Hard Work and Planning Helps Langlade County Fair Come Together (posted July 21, 2016) | |
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The Langlade County Fair will be held next week from Wednesday, July 27 through Sunday, July 31. The county fair is a culmination of hard work, set up, and planning that offers activities and exhibitions for all ages. |
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| Signs Surface of Fairgrounds Activity (posted July 21, 2016) | |
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With one week to go, there are big things happening at the Langlade County Fairgrounds today. |
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| Antigo Swim Club Remembers Michelle Koss Through The 4th Annual Splash N Dash (posted July 11, 2016) | |
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For the Antigo Swim Club, their annual Splash and Dash serves as a fundraiser and a way to get people out and active. |
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| Splashing, Dashing on Saturday (posted July 8, 2016) | |
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There will be plenty of splashing and dashing at Jack Lake on Saturday. |
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| Kids From Wisconsin Will Perform With Local Talent On July 19 (posted July 7, 2016) | |
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Kids of Wisconsin will have three Antigo graduates represented in the 2016 performances. |
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| White Lake’s History – Decade # 4 1946-1955 (posted July 7, 2016) | |
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The decade 1946-1955 in White Lake’s history has a number of interesting happenings. |
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| Antigo's History Linked Closely To The Railroad (posted July 7, 2016) | |
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Antigo became what it is today from the creation of the railroad to Summit Lake. |
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| White Lake, Antigo Mark July Fourth (posted July 6, 2016) | |
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The Fourth of July weekend was marked with a huge parade, aerial blasts, music and fellowship throughout the northwoods region Saturday through Monday. |
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| White Lake History Behind Centennial Celebration (posted July 5, 2016) | |
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This article offers a view of how the White Lake community got its start and developed. |
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| White Lake Marking Centennial (posted June 30, 2016) | |
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In honor of its 100th year, White Lake will celebrate Independence Day with an extra flair this year. |
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| Area Independence Day Events for 2016 (posted June 24, 2016) | |
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| White Lake garden moves ahead (posted June 23, 2016) | |
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| It’s All Good Petting Zoo Offers Fun For Families Throughout The Summer And Fall (posted June 21, 2016) | |
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Cheryl Wirz and her family recently opened the It’s All Good Farmstand and Petting Zoo, giving Antigo city folk and tourists commuting through the Northwoods a chance to see and interact with various different farm animals. |
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| White Lake’s History – Decade # 3 1936-1945 (posted June 16, 2016) | |
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As the Centennial year celebrations and events take place in White Lake this year, we continue to look back and review the happenings during the past decade of 1936-1945. |
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| 4 Girlfriend Getaways On Wisconsin's Waterways (posted June 15, 2016) | |
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Langlade County's portion of the Wolf River was chosen as one of the four girlfriend getaways on Wisconsin's waterways. |
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| Details on Michelle's Lodge at Moccasin Trail (posted June 7, 2016) | |
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| Jack Lake Splash-N-Dash Only Month Away (posted June 7, 2016) | |
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The fourth annual Splash-n-Dash Duathlon, the only race of its kind in north central Wisconsin, will take place on Saturday, July 9 at Veterans Memorial Park. |
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| Local Cyclists Ride To Remember (posted June 7, 2016) | |
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The rains stopped just long enough Saturday for the inaugural Ride to Remember in honor of Michelle Koss. |
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| Car Show (posted June 7, 2016) | |
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The Cars for a Cause show at the Langlade County Fairgrounds Saturday, an event designed as a benefit for Antigo High School and the Antigo Police Department. |
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| Plans Unveiled For 'Michelle's Lodge' (posted June 1, 2016) | |
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| Music In The Park Performers (posted June 1, 2016) | |
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A complete list of The Music In The Park performers. |
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| Elcho Music in the Park Kick-Off Concert Commences June 1st (posted May 26, 2016) | |
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The second season of the Elcho Music in the Park will kick-off on Wednesday June 1, 2016 with the Elcho High School Band performing. |
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| Three Antigo Young Men Bring Light to Community With Car Show (posted May 26, 2016) | |
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After the tragic shooting at Antigo High School’s prom in April, three young Antigo car enthusiasts have pooled together both their love of automobiles and their pride in their hometown to give hope back to the community. |
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| White Lake Hosting a Lumberjack Breakfast (posted May 19, 2016) | |
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The community of White Lake will continue its yearlong centennial celebration on Saturday when it holds its second annual old-fashioned lumberjack breakfast. |
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| White Lake's History–Decade # 2 1926-1935 (posted May 13, 2016) | |
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As White Lake celebrates its Centennial, we need to look back at the decade of 1926-1935 to review the happenings during this period in its history. |
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| Langlade County Text Club (posted May 13, 2016) | |
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Langlade County is starting a new text club. |
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| White Lake To Celebrate Centennial This Year (posted May 10, 2016) | |
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White Lake is celebrating its Centennial in 2016 with events and activities taking place throughout the year. In 100 years the community has many happenings along the way. We start with details of the first decade 1916-1925. |
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| Spring Brook Gets A Clean-Up Monday (posted May 4, 2016) | |
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Antigo’s Spring Brook is flowing a bit more cheerfully today, following an extensive clean-up Monday by a cadre of local volunteers. |
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| Vintage Tractors Visit Plow Days (posted May 3, 2016) | |
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The Golden Arch Farms was a very busy spot on Sunday as dozens and dozens of tractors, their owners and fans of those machines came out for day in the sun. |
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| Antigo Community Garden is Growing, Reserve Plot by May 8 (posted April 26, 2016) | |
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Knowing that gardening can be tough on the body, especially for people who have limited mobility, the Antigo Community Garden will have wheelchair-accessible raised beds this growing season. |
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| Rec Survey will Chart Future Projects (posted April 26, 2016) | |
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Langlade County is seeking public input on how to enhance and improve the state's "County of Trails." |
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| Local Residents Honored For Role In Ice Age Trail Program (posted April 25, 2016) | |
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Four Langlade County resident were recognized recently at the annual Ice Age Trail Alliance conference held in Rothschild. |
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| Hiking Season Has Arrived In The 'County of Trails,' Event On Saturday (posted April 21, 2016) | |
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The first hike on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County of the 2016 season is slated Saturday over the Old Railroad segment northeast of Antigo. |
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| Attention Business Owners: The Physiology and Psychology of Adventure Travel Workshop (posted March 30, 2016) | |
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The Physiology and Psychology of Adventure Travel Workshop will be held at on Friday, April 8, 2016 from 9-11 am at NTC-Antigo Campus. |
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| Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Survey (posted March 23, 2016) | |
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| Dog Race Season Has Ended (posted March 21, 2016) | |
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| A Glorious Day For St. Pat's Parade (posted March 15, 2016) | |
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Temperatures were well into the 60s Saturday and the sun was bright and warm as summer for the annual Pickerel St. Patrick’s Day parade. |
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| Anglers urged to pull ice fishing shelters before deadlines - or ice gives way! (posted March 10, 2016) | |
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North of Highway 64, ice shanties have to be removed by this Sunday, so only a few days left so people should be playing close attention to the warm weather here because we're talking some pretty warm temperatures. |
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| Winding Down the Wolf (posted March 7, 2016) | |
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Discover Wisconsin episode "Winding Down the Wolf" was aired on March 5 & 6. Here is another chance to watch it. |
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| Discover Wisconsin TV Show Highlights Langlade County March 5-6 (posted February 29, 2016) | |
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Langlade County is getting its turn on the silver screen soon. Discover Wisconsin are showcasing a handful of communities located along the Wolf River. The episode, called “Winding Down the Wolf,” premieres March 5-6 and will highlight destinations and recreational opportunities in Fremont, Langlade County, Menominee Nation and Shawano. |
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| Kettlebowl Fun Day Is Sunday, Everyone Welcome At The Local Hill (posted February 26, 2016) | |
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Kettlebowl Fun Day returns on Sunday. Volunteers are planning a hunt on the hill for plastic eggs filled with prizes. There will also be prize drawings, including chances to win a snowboard or one of several ski helmets, and the ever-popular youth costume contest. |
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| DNR Begins Easier Access to Licenses, More (posted February 18, 2016) | |
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources this week began implementing a new customer service and license sales system designed to make it easier for customers to buy hunting and fishing licenses, register boats and recreational vehicles and get information about hunter education and safety courses. |
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| Iron Mike on the Ice at White Lake, Marks the Derby, Start of Centennial (posted February 15, 2016) | |
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Iron Mike is on the ice in White Lake. |
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| Classic Cruise Another Big Success (posted February 9, 2016) | |
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The 13th annual Classic Cruise, an annual winter event for the vintage and antique snowmobile crowd, was another giant success here Saturday. |
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| Spychalla Shelter Dedicated Saturday (posted February 9, 2016) | |
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The event, held at the Jack Lake Ski Trail, marked the dedication of Spychalla Lodge, constructed with a $35,000 donation from the family in honor of patriarch Jim Spychalla, who died in December, 2014 at the age of 87. |
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| Snow Ball Will Mix Elegance With Excellent Music For A Worthy Cause (posted February 6, 2016) | |
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The Langlade Area Arts, commonly known as L.A. Arts, invites the public to its fifth annual fundraiser Snow Ball, An Evening of Glamour and Ambiance, next Saturday night the North Star Banquet Hall. |
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| Fun, Wellness Day Set Saturday with Activities, Marshmallow Roast (posted February 4, 2016) | |
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The city’s annual Winter Fun and Family Wellness Day will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. promises a mix of activities, a marshmallow roast and some healthy snacks created by the staff at Aspirus Langlade Hospital. |
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| Dedication Saturday for Jack Lake Ski Chalet (posted February 4, 2016) | |
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On Saturday, family and friends of the late Jim Spychalla will gather at the trails located at the trailhead off of Highway J to dedicate a new lodge in his memory. |
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| Opening of Snowmobile Trails Came Just in Time For Big County Ride (posted February 3, 2016) | |
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The entire Langlade County snowmobile trail system opened just in time for the 32nd annual Langlade County Snowmobile Alliance ride-in held Saturday at the Lily Sno-Birds Clubhouse in Lily. |
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| Planning for Kettlebowl Started Six Decades Ago, A Great Success Story (posted January 26, 2016) | |
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For six decades the Kettlebowl Ski Area northeast of Antigo outdoor enthusiasts to its slopes in one of the greatest examples a community effort. |
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| White Lake Prepares for Centennial (posted January 20, 2016) | |
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The village of White Lake, long a hub of logging, manufacturing and recreation in eastern Langlade County, is celebrating its centennial year in an extra-big way during 2016. |
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| Kettlebowl Opens For The Season But Snow Needed To Keep Running (posted January 4, 2016) | |
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The winter of 2016 got into full swing during the weekend when Kettlebowl Ski Hill northeast of Antigo opened its slope for the season. |
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| Heavy Snowmobile Trail Groomers Have A Bad Time (posted January 4, 2016) | |
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Snowmobile trail groomers, those heavy machines that grade and pack hundreds of miles of trails throughout the central Wisconsin area, are having a difficult time. |
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| Snowmobile Passes Are A Must on State-Funded Trails (posted December 29, 2015) | |
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With the forecast finally call for sufficient snowfall—perhaps—to open northwoods trails, snowmobilers across the region are being reminded of a new state pass requirement. |
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| Peaceful Valley Pavilion Moving Forward (posted December 28, 2015) | |
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Just in time for the holidays, Don and Audrey Heinzen have stepped forward as the anonymous donors to the Peaceful Valley pavilion, a city of Antigo project that will enhance recreational and gathering options in the heart of the community. |
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| Do The Cookies Lure Santa Claus To Town? (posted December 1, 2015) | |
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The common thinking is Santa will be lured to Antigo by the spicy smells of chili simmering on Wednesday night. But it may actually be the cookies. |
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| 10th Annual Redpaw Dirty Dog Dryland Derby Draws Record Number of Teams (posted October 26, 2015) | |
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The rain didn't stop any of the mushers from taking on the trails on Saturday and Sunday at Redpaw's Dirty Dog Dryland Derby in Pearson. |
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| ANTIGO JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB TO HOLD ANNUAL CRAFT & TRADE SHOW SATURDAY (posted October 13, 2015) | |
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The Antigo Junior Woman’s Club is presenting our 40th Annual Craft and Trade Show on October 17th at the Langlade County Fairgrounds in the Multi-Purpose Building. The popular fall event will run from 9 am to 3:30 pm. |
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| Pavilion Being Built at Veterans Park (posted October 12, 2015) | |
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Swimmers and picnickers at Veterans Memorial Park will have some amenities many take for granted beginning next season. |
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| Antigo to Celebrate Oktoberfest Saturday (posted October 2, 2015) | |
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German beer, food and music will combine with some great early fall weather for Antigo’s ninth annual Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday. |
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| Spychalla ski chalet to be in place for busy Jake Lake trails (posted October 1, 2015) | |
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| Final Ice Age hike of the season set Saturday (posted September 30, 2015) | |
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| Boys and Girls Club Hosting a Saturday Walk/Run For Funds, Fun (posted September 30, 2015) | |
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It may be a little nippy, but the Langlade County Boys and Girls Club has a nice list of participants lined up for its 9 a.m. run/walk fundraiser at the fairgrounds Saturday. |
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| Farm Market Holding Annual Pumpkin Festival on Saturday (posted September 25, 2015) | |
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The Antigo Farm Market will be awash with color this Saturday for its autumn ritual, slated from 8 a.m. to noon in the Country Store parking lot. |
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| Fall Colors Start To Show In The North (posted September 23, 2015) | |
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Wisconsin’s fall color show is beginning in northern regions of the state, and the red, yellow and russet hues are expected to be spectacular, according to forestry specialists. |
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| Wolfman Draws Athletes To Area (posted September 15, 2015) | |
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The Wolfman Triathlon, a celebration of athletics, camaraderie and the spectacular scenery of eastern Langlade County, brought over 400 athletes, their support crews and droves of spectators to the Wolf River on Saturday. |
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| Fall Color Change Reflects Healthy Forest Diversity As Different Species Start To Turn (posted September 15, 2015) | |
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Wisconsin's fall color show is just beginning in northern Wisconsin and the changing colors help highlight the state's healthy forest diversity, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources forestry experts say. |
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| Rotary Club Supports Second Bridge Over Spring Brook, Will Enhance Walking Trails (posted September 14, 2015) | |
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Dog walkers, hikers, and soon, cross-country skiers have a new span to enjoy on the city’s walking trails. |
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| Wolfman Event Saturday on River, Athletes Converge on Wolf (posted September 11, 2015) | |
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Saturday will mark the 21st year of the Wolfman Triathlon, a very unique offroad event showcases the rugged and beautiful terrain of the eastern part of Langlade County in and around the upper Wolf River. |
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| Ice Age Trail Hike Will Showcase Features In The Kettlebowl Segment (posted September 11, 2015) | |
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A late summer hike along the Kettlebowl segment of the on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, including a chance to journey into Big Stone Hole, will be held on Saturday. |
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| Local Talent on Music in Park Stage (posted August 31, 2015) | |
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Antigo’s acclaimed music in the park is winding down its summer season in style in 2015 with Antigo Talent Night. |
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| Ice Age Trail Gets A Boost (posted August 27, 2015) | |
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A 39-acre parcel of property in Langlade County will soon be home to a new segment of Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail, a hiking path that runs east from Interstate State Park in St. Croix Falls to Potawatomi State Park in Sturgeon Bay. |
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| Five Homes on Auxiliary Parade (posted August 27, 2015) | |
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Five one-of-a-kind homes, ranging from a restored country home to a stately rural manor, will mark the 2015 Parade of Homes conducted by Aspirus Langlade Hospital Auxiliary. |
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| Langlade Springs Finalizes Northern Chill Distribution with Selected Woodman’s Locations (posted August 26, 2015) | |
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Langlade Springs is pleased to announce its Northern Chill® natural alkaline mineral spring water is now available at selected Wisconsin Woodman’s locations, including Appleton, Green Bay and Oak Creek. |
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| New 2015 Langlade County Plat Book (posted August 25, 2015) | |
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The new 2015 Langlade County Plat Book is now available. |
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| Tater Trot Draws A Crowd for Quick Race, Annual Antigo Event Marks 35th Year (posted August 20, 2015) | |
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The pace was a quick one for athletes in Antigo's Tater Trot, the 35th in the running for Antigo’s annual 10 kilometer race. |
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| Train whistle sparks a historic picnic (posted July 17, 2015) | |
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A train whistle echoed through Antigo Wednesday, signaling a return to a bygone era on the grounds of the Langlade County Historical Society museum. |
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| Garden Tour Set on Saturday (posted July 16, 2015) | |
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Five one-of-a-kind gardens, all located within an easy drive south and west of Antigo, will be featured on this years tour, including the Molly and Eric Gunderson home along Highway 52 in Aniwa that regularly draws attention for its wild and whimsical sculptures. |
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| Splash-N-Dash Draws Crowd For A Day of Swimming, Running (posted July 13, 2015) | |
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The Splash-N-Dash event at Jack Lake Saturday drew and excellent crowd and was blessed with one of the summer’s nicest days. |
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| Ice Age Trail Gets Antigo Area Land (posted July 12, 2015) | |
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Thirty-nine plus acres in the town of Antigo in Langlade County will one day include a section of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, a 1,200-mile hiking path that traces the geology left by the most recent glacier, thanks to the partnership of private landowners, the Ice Age Trail Alliance, the National Park Service and the state of Wisconsin. |
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| Antigo Music Artists Featured This Year When 'Kids' Visit (posted July 9, 2015) | |
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The Kids From Wisconsin are coming to Antigo Tuesday, and the always-electric show will have an increased spark. |
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| 451st U.S. Army Band Visits Here Friday for Music in the Park (posted July 1, 2015) | |
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Friday’s Music in the Park concert has all the ingredients for exceptional summertime fun: Patriotic music, bratwurst on the grill, pies and custard and camaraderie. |
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| Trail Welcomes 'Warriors' Here (posted June 11, 2015) | |
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The Langlade County segments of the Ice Age Trail welcomed some warriors last week. |
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| Fishing Day is a Great Success (posted June 9, 2015) | |
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Youngsters from across the northwoods dipped their line in the trout ponds set up at City Park on Saturday, experiencing the thrill of catching their first trout. |
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| Entries Open For Very Popular Splash-n-Dash Duathlon Program (posted May 27, 2015) | |
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Entries have opened for the third annual Splash-n-Dash, a unique duathlon that combined swimming in a freshwater lake with running wooded trails. |
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| June 6-7 is Free Fun Weekend in Wisconsin (posted May 26, 2015) | |
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The first weekend in June offers ample opportunities for people to enjoy the outdoors in Wisconsin as the state celebrates "free fun weekend." Admission stickers are waived for Wisconsin's state parks and forests, trail passes are waived for state bicycle and all-terrain vehicle trails and no fishing licenses are needed to fish state waters. People who camp at state parks still need to pay for their campsites. |
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| Four Wisconsin Whitewater Rafting Trips for Beginners (posted May 22, 2015) | |
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The thrill of water rushing toward you on a hot summer day has plenty of appeal, but the thrill of rushing toward that water in a small rubber raft while navigating between rocks can be daunting when you've never tried it before. |
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| State Hiking Season Arrives As Regional Ice Age Trail Honors Offered (posted May 19, 2015) | |
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Decades ago, Langlade County was at the forefront of the creation of the Ice Age Trail that today winds its way across much of Wisconsin. |
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| ATV/UTV ride draws a big crowd (posted May 11, 2015) | |
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The Antigo ATV/UTV Club held its initial ride on a trail system that starts on Amron Avenue, opening a major area for adventure on the four-wheeled machines that can go pretty well anywhere. |
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| Expect a Crowd Saturday to Welcome New Antigo ATV Trail (posted May 7, 2015) | |
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In excess of 100 riders are expected to travel through Antigo and north to the Parrish Highland Trails for the inaugural trail ride for the Antigo Area ATV/UTV Club Saturday. |
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| Opening day Anglers Should Find Excellent Conditions (posted May 1, 2015) | |
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Wisconsin's general inland fishing season opens this Saturday, May 2, and fisheries biologists are reporting opening day anglers should find some excellent conditions. |
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| State Grant to Help Restore Park in Tomahawk, Shorelands in Langlade & Lincoln Counties (posted April 27, 2015) | |
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A $100,000 Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources grant will help restore shoreland at Sara Park in Tomahawk soon. Langlade and Lincoln County worked together to lobby the state for the grant. |
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| Hiking Season Starts Here on Saturday (posted April 21, 2015) | |
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The first hike of the season on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County will be held Saturday over the Old Railroad segment. |
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| Spend a Guy's Day on Wisconsin's Waterways (posted April 13, 2015) | |
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Relaxing on the water is as much a Wisconsin tradition as beer and brats, and water-based activities are a huge part of enjoying the outdoors. |
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| Spring Arrives, Riverview Course Opens (posted March 23, 2015) | |
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Just a few hours before the formal arrival of spring late this afternoon, golfers were out on the Riverview links west of Antigo. |
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| Luncheonette Offers A New Experience (posted March 6, 2015) | |
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A new dining option in downtown Antigo promises “healthy food fast,” and it boasts an exceptional atmosphere to boot. |
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| Fun Day (posted March 3, 2015) | |
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The chalet at Kettlebowl Ski Hill was packed Saturday afternoon for the various drawings held in connection with the annual Fun Day hosted by the Langlade County Ski Club. |
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| In A Pickle For A New Winter Activity? Try This Great Indoor or Outdoor Sport (posted March 3, 2015) | |
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Pickleball combines the ease of ping pong and badminton with a bit of the strategy and skill of tennis without the wear and tear on the joints that hard court sports so often bring. |
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| 40 Steps - Ice Age Trail Article (posted March 2, 2015) | |
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The evening of October 4, 2014, the Langlade County Ice Age Chapter's long-awaited 40th Anniversary celebration was held at Swartzendruber's Supper Club. |
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| Local Cross Country Skiers Compete in Birkie, Kortie (posted February 27, 2015) | |
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Langlade County cross country skiers, and a few who have moved on after honing their skiing on the local trails, participated in the 42nd American Birkebeiner and related races in northwestern Wisconsin on Saturday. |
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| KAOS Visits Langlade County (posted February 25, 2015) | |
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The Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs (AWSC) statewide KAOS (Kids and Adults on Sleds) gathered at Camp Nana Bo Sho on Waubee Lake in Oconto County for a training workshop and a trail ride on Feb. 13-15, 2015. |
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| Snowmobile Club Rides in Langlade County (posted February 25, 2015) | |
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The January 31st and February 7th were busy weekends for snowmobilers in Langlade County. |
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| Kettlebowl Fun Days (posted February 25, 2015) | |
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Kettlebowl’s Fun Day will be held this Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015. |
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| A Bit Of A Nip In The Air? Warm Up With A Brisk Round Of Disc Golf, On Snowshoes (posted February 21, 2015) | |
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Winter in Wisconsin, when thoughts turn to snowmobiling, skiing, skating, snowshoeing and golf. |
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| Volunteers Raise Money for White Lake Volunteer Fire Department and Community (posted February 16, 2015) | |
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Many fire departments in the Northwoods rely on community volunteers to fight fires. White Lake's Volunteer Fire Department also needs donations to fund its services. |
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| City Trails Perfect For A Brisk Bike Ride (posted February 14, 2015) | |
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The crew’s choice this week for keeping the winter blues away in Antigo is to go snow biking, whether on one of the newfangled fat tire models gaining wild popularity among adventure seekers, on a plastic-tired Big Wheel on a jaunt down the driveway, or maybe something in between. |
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| Beat winter blues on a slippery slope (posted February 7, 2015) | |
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It’s easier than skiing, requires little more than a slippery slope and a plastic sled costing a couple bucks or so, and assures heart-stopping, terrifying fun. |
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| Ice Skating, With a 3,000 Year History, Remains at Great Way to Enjoy Winter (posted February 2, 2015) | |
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For folks who enjoy the sport, there’s nothing better than a frozen pond or a glistening sheet of Zamboni-honed ice. |
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| 'Hard Water' Fishing Sure to Beat Blues (posted January 26, 2015) | |
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With the exception of a dog chasing a crow, there is perhaps nothing more optimistic than an ice fisherman. |
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| Beat Winter Blues on the City's Ski Trail (posted January 19, 2015) | |
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Tucked away on Antigo’s northeast side, not even a sneeze’s distance from the fairgrounds, is the tidiest little ski complex imaginable—the Antigo Lake Trail. |
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| Antigo, Bike, Ski Club will Continue Gartzke Breakfast Tradition (posted December 26, 2014) | |
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The Antigo Bike and Ski Club will continue its annual tradition of serving waffles and more at Gartzke Flowage on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
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| "Keep Our Community Warm" Program has Warm Coats Available at AmeriGas (posted December 16, 2014) | |
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“Keeping Our Community Warm” program where coats, caps, mittens and snow pants are available for any families who need them at no cost! |
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| Kettlebowl Seeking to Increase Pool of Weekend Volunteers (posted December 1, 2014) | |
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The Langlade County Ski Club, which operates the popular family fun spot northeast of Antigo, will hold a volunteer recruitment meeting on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Antigo Public Library. |
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| DNR's First Harvest Certificate (posted November 17, 2014) | |
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If you would like to receive a first harvest certificate, complete the information on this link and upload a photo of your harvest. The DNR will send you a printable certificate of your harvest. |
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| Early Snow has Sports Fans Excited (posted November 13, 2014) | |
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The storm cleanup largely done—for now—so its time for winter fun to begin. |
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| Motorized Vehicles on Trails are Subject Now of Wisconsin Survey (posted November 11, 2014) | |
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Residents and visitors to Langlade’s “County of Trails” have an opportunity to comment on how they use nonmotorized trails in Wisconsin and what can be done to improve them through an online survey available through the end of the year. |
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| DNR Non-Motorized Trail Survey (posted November 7, 2014) | |
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If you like to bike, hike, ski, horseback ride, or even canoe or kayak on water trails, now's your chance to share how you use trails across the state. |
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| Moose Lake Shoreline is Restored through Langlade County, Volunteer Efforts (posted November 3, 2014) | |
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The Moose Lake boat launch was recently the focus of an extensive shoreline restoration project hosted by the Friends of Moose Lake in partnership with Langlade County. |
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| Volunteers, Donations Needed For This Year's Keeping Our Community Warm Campaign in Langlade County (posted October 28, 2014) | |
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Volunteers are gearing up for this year’s Keeping Our Community Warm coat collection drive now underway. |
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| Upgrades at Swimming Pool Make a Big Difference in Cost, Energy Being Saved (posted October 22, 2014) | |
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Upgrades to the Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center, funded entirely by donations, have netted the Antigo school district significant energy savings and a big check. |
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| One Loop Done, Plans Made to Expand Mountain Bike Trail in Antigo (posted October 20, 2014) | |
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Volunteers have put the finishing touches on Antigo’s challenging new single track mountain bike trail and are already making plans for more loops. |
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| 40th Anniversary of Ice Age Trail To Be Celebrated Here In The County of Trails on Saturday (posted October 1, 2014) | |
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On Saturday morning, the final 2014 hike on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County will take place over the Kettlebowl segment northeast of Polar. |
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| New Mountain Bike Trail Opens in Antigo (posted July 30, 2014) | |
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New mountain bike trail opened up located at N1985 Dump Road in Antigo. |
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| Farm Market Opening Saturday in Antigo (posted June 6, 2014) | |
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The Antigo Farmers Market will open for its seventh summer season on Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon, in the parking lot of the Country Store at Fourth Avenue and Superior Street downtown |
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| Antigo Swim Club plans July 13 Splash N Dash at Park (posted May 21, 2014) | |
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The Antigo Swim Club will present the second annual Splash N Dash July 13 at Veteran's Memorial Park. |
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| Tourism Spending Tops $44 Million in Langlade County "County of Trails" (posted May 15, 2014) | |
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Visitor spending in Langlade County increased by 2.19 percent between 2012 and 2013, continuing a trend that has seen the area slowly being discovered as a tourist designation |
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| Survey: Silent Sports Major Tourism Draw (posted March 19, 2014) | |
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Silent sports and related events, such as the Birkebeiner cross-county ski race near Cable and the Wolf Man Triathlon at White Lake play an important role in Wisconsin’s outdoor recreation and economic development, according to a recent report. |
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| Habitat For Humanity Announces Spring Tool Drive (posted March 17, 2014) | |
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Habitat For Humanity Announces Spring Tool Drive |
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| Promoting Langlade County: Deleglise Style (posted January 29, 2014) | |
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Among Francis Deleglise’s many roles in the history of Antigo was his promotion of the city, and his realty business, through brochures and letters encouraging families to settle in the region |
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| Langlade County Forestry Department Again Offering Tags For Nordic Ski Enthusiasts (posted January 15, 2014) | |
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It’s ski season in Langlade County, and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to wear their support on their jackets |
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| Langlade County Receives Forestry-linked Award At Board Meeting This Week (posted December 20, 2013) | |
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Langlade County has been honored for outstanding achievements in forestry education |
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| Jack Lake ski trails groomed, but there still is a demand for plenty more snow (posted December 20, 2013) | |
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Langlade County recreation officials are urging patience as the winter season gets into swing. |
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| Cheesemaker Announces $14 Million Expansion (posted December 11, 2013) | |
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The Sartori Co., a family-owned cheese company, announced today that it will embark on a $14 million expansion and renovation project at its plants in Antigo and Plymouth – a project that is expected to create up to 53 new jobs. |
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| Langlade County Fairgrounds Livestock Pavilion Fund-Raiser Saturday Will Feature Dining, Dancing And More (posted November 7, 2013) | |
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The Langlade County Fairgrounds barn-raising committee is planning a party Saturday night to have a very good time and raise funds for the big project |
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| Dirty Dog Derby Event Set This Weekend (posted October 31, 2013) | |
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Some of the best dryland sled dog racers in the Midwest will gather at the MaKaJaWan Boy Scout Camp in Pearson this weekend for the eigth annual Dirty Dog Dryland Derby. |
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| Langlade County Ice Age Trail Conditions (posted October 2, 2013) | |
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Be aware of changing conditions on Ice Age Trail in Langlade County. |
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| Raptor Group In Langlade County Needs Help In Several Areas (posted September 19, 2013) | |
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Antigo’s Raptor Education Group Inc. is appealing to the public for volunteers, donations, monetary and otherwise, and support in its Eagle Rare contest. |
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| City of Antigo Formally Opens Its New Dog Park (posted August 23, 2013) | |
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Tails were wagging Wednesday as the city of Antigo officially opened its new dog park, a model facility that may serve as a template for others across Wisconsin. |
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| A Little Bit Of History From Langlade County Historical Society (posted August 22, 2013) | |
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Not Your Standard ComforT Inn |
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| Langlade County Looking Into 2300 Acre Land Purchase (posted August 22, 2013) | |
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Timber means big business in Wisconsin. |
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| TrailCon Returns To Langlade County (posted August 7, 2013) | |
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Langlade County will live up to its billing as “The County of Trails” next weekend. |
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| Fuddfest Ready To Roll In Town of Vilas In Langlade County (posted August 7, 2013) | |
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A mix of classic talent plus some up-and-coming stars will mark Fuddfest 2013, with campers and revelers already arriving in the Deerbrook grounds. |
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| An All American Flair At The Langlade County Fair (posted July 18, 2013) | |
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The “127th” 2013 Langlade County Fair will run from July 24th thru July 28th. |
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| North Trail Store In Elcho Regains Its Original Look (posted July 10, 2013) | |
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If C.W. Fish returned to Elcho today, he’d be pleasantly surprised by what he’d find. |
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| Fireworks Will Soar For The July Fourth Holiday In Langlade County (posted July 3, 2013) | |
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Celebrations of the nation’s independence will stretch across the northwoods on Thursday and into the weekend. |
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| Langlade County Park To Host Athletic Event July 13 Featuring Run On Trails, Swim (posted June 25, 2013) | |
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Langlade County's athletes are invited to "Splash-N-Dash." |
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| Chequamegon, Nicolet Logging To Be Topic Of Monday Meeting in Carter (posted June 19, 2013) | |
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Logging in the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forests, which has been stalled for years by environmental concerns and lawsuits, will certainly be among the main topics at the second bi-annual Forestry Policy Conference slated Monday in Carter |
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| Panel Works To Expand Langalde County Fairgrounds Use (posted June 13, 2013) | |
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Langlade County officials are working to turn the fairgrounds into a year-round destination. |
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| Festivities Sunday To Celebrate New Barn Facility At Langlade County Fairgrounds (posted June 7, 2013) | |
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Langlade County’s new livestock pavilion, a sparkling homage to modern agriculture, will host a grand opening celebration on Sunday. |
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| Antigo's Farmer's market Will Open For Its Early Season On Saturday Morning (posted May 31, 2013) | |
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Antigo's Farmer's market Will Open For Its Early Season On Saturday Morning |
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| First Annual ATV Free Wheel’n Weekend. (posted May 16, 2013) | |
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Fall in love with what Wisconsin has to offer at the first annual ATV Free Wheel’n Weekend. |
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| State Posts Boost In Tourism Spending (posted May 8, 2013) | |
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Travelers contributed $16.8 billion to Wisconsin’s economy last year, including $61.6 million in Langlade County, according to a state tourism report released Friday. |
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| Even Warmth Not Expected To Clear Ice Away From Lakes In Northern Wisconsin (posted May 1, 2013) | |
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A recent spate of seasonal—and even warm—weather isn’t likely to mean open water across the northwoods as anglers preparing for the inland fishing season on Saturday. |
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| Early Spring Ice Age Hike Saturday In Langlade County (posted April 26, 2013) | |
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The Langlade County Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance is offering an early spring hike on Saturday and the forecast, for a change, is hinting at sprintime weather. |
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| 200 mile Journey in a Wheelbarrow (posted April 18, 2013) | |
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To most people the wheelbarrow is a utilitarian object. But for William Cross of Antigo, a machinist working for the railroad,
and 13 others from 12 Wisconsin communities it was part of an endurance event and a means of earning badly needed extra dollars during the Great Depression. What was billed as “the world’s greatest wheelbarrow race” was another of the many endurance events of the Roaring Twenties and 1930s. |
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| Ice Age Trail Boosts State's Economy (posted April 16, 2013) | |
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The Ice Age National Scenic Trail, with 50 miles winding through Langlade County, attracts an estimated 1.2 million visitors every year and trail users contribute approximately $113 million annually to Wisconsin’s economy, according to surveys conducted last year of trail users and businesses along the trail. |
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| Langlade Springs Bottles Excellent Water (posted March 14, 2013) | |
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“It’s the best water,” Jim Hose, plant manager at Langlade Springs, said this morning as hundreds and hundreds of bottles were moving on production lines at the Polar facility. |
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| Langlade County Partners With Northcentral Wisconsin ITBEC At Canoecopia In Madison (posted March 5, 2013) | |
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Langlade County and Northcentral Wisconsin ITBEC Partners will be showcasing the area at the 2013 Canoecopia Expo in Madison this weekend, March 8-10th. |
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| Langlade Hospital To Host Town Hall Events In Upcoming Weeks (posted February 21, 2013) | |
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What concerns you most when it comes to your future health? That is what Langlade Hospital wants to find out as they plan to host a series of town hall-style meetings across Langlade County over the next several weeks. |
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| Antigo Hosting Weekend Sled Dog Races (posted February 14, 2013) | |
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Langlade County is going to the dogs, and folks couldn’t be happier. |
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| Pickerel Plunge Event Set For Saturday (posted February 6, 2013) | |
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Temperatures are expected to rise to around the freezing mark this weekend, which will make participation in area events a bit more bearable when compared to the most recent weekend. However, some will choose to suffer the cold effects of an area waterway as part of one of this weekends events. |
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| Snow, Open Trails Bring Smiles to North (posted February 6, 2013) | |
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Langlade County Snowmobile Council President Dan Henningfeld calls it “liquid gold.” |
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| Downtown Revitalization Gets A Boost With Agency's Designation (posted January 30, 2013) | |
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Antigo’s downtown revitalization received a boost this month, after it was among 20 cities selected by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation for the new “Connect Communities” program. |
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| Winter Fun in Langlade County (posted January 29, 2013) | |
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While some animals go into hibernation for the winter and some people settle down in front of their televisions or computers, others in Langlade County, the "County of Trails" embrace the call of the outdoors. |
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| Building Projects Advances In Antigo (posted January 8, 2013) | |
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The walls are steadily rising on what will be Antigo’s tallest industrial building—an addition to the Freshtech facility in the city’s northside industrial park. |
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| Kettlebowl Season Starting (posted December 28, 2012) | |
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Dust off those boards and boots and head out to Kettlebowl this weekend |
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| Ski Breakfast Scheduled at Gartzke Facility Saturday, Public Is Invited (posted December 28, 2012) | |
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The recent major snowfall came just in time for the third annual Breakfast at Gartzke sponsored by the Antigo Bike and Ski Club. |
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| Langlade County Holds A Great Timber Sale (posted December 19, 2012) | |
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The Langlade County Forestry and Recreation Department reported that the fall, 2012 timber sale opening on Dec. 13 provided record shattering receipts of $1,161,340.25. These were the last timber sales overseen by Steve Jackson, as forest administrator shortly before his death in November |
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| No Consolidation For Now; But Change Will Come To Unified School District of Antigo (posted December 19, 2012) | |
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No elementary buildings in the Unified School District of Antigo will close next school year. The district's Board of Education made a change in their potential consolidation plans during their latest meeting Tuesday evening. By a seven to two vote, the board rescinded their previous plan passed last year to close the four rural elementary schools and house all students in the five academic buildings in the City of Antigo starting next school year. |
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| Building Moving Ahead Here In Antigo (posted December 11, 2012) | |
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The tallest structure in Antigo, and a flurry of new apartment complexes hint at a busy building season ahead in the city. |
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| New Volm Companies Facility Takes Shape (posted December 5, 2012) | |
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The structural steel is taking shape at an expansion by the Volm Companies at its Freshtech facilities on Antigo’s north side. |
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| Machine Tool Program On Antigo's NTC Campus A Success, Jobs Waiting (posted November 27, 2012) | |
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One of the most successful programs at Antigo’s Northcentral Technical College—in fact an offering that almost guarantees a well-paying job for enrollees—will kick off its spring term within weeks. |
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| "Connect Communities" Presentation At Antigo Public Library (posted November 26, 2012) | |
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Downtowns and central commercial districts play a huge integral role on our community. They are the backbone of the entrepreneurial spirit and don’t just happen, they need to continually be planned and nurtured. So, where do we start? |
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| An Antigonian Visits the Discovery Channel Telescope (posted November 26, 2012) | |
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Dr. Maggie Turnbull, an Antigonian, visited the Discovery Channel Telescope in Flagstaff, Ariz. recently and sent a picture to us at the Antigo Daily Journal of a tag on that scope’s massive gear drive. |
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| Rail Survey Currently Being Conducted To Gauge Business Support (posted November 23, 2012) | |
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Langlade County has not had railroad tracks in it for years, but could they return in the future to help local businesses and manufacturers? |
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| White Lake To Celebrate New Facility (posted November 19, 2012) | |
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One year and 11 days after referendum voters resoundingly said yes to improved facilities, the White Lake school district will hold a grand opening ceremony for its new recreation center. |
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| Langlade Hospital's Grand Opening Set For Friday (posted November 15, 2012) | |
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The Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph and Aspirus Partners are welcoming their employees and friends from northern Wisconsin to join the ribbon cutting and the official grand opening celebration of Langlade Hospital on Friday. |
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| White Lake Medical Clinic Information Meeting This Evening (posted November 15, 2012) | |
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A reminder for residents in eastern Langlade County that this evening will be your chance to get the latest information on a new medical clinic to be put in White Lake. The open meeting will be taking place at the White Lake Community Center, starting at 6 p.m. |
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| GROUND BROKEN ON NEW STELLAR DEVELOPMENT IN ANTIGO (posted November 15, 2012) | |
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Representatives of Steller Development were joined by local officials at a ground-breaking ceremony for a new office building at the northeast corner of Superior Street and Sixth Avenue on Tuesday. |
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| Antigo City Council Eyes Big Donation For Dog Park (posted November 14, 2012) | |
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Creation of a dog park on the city’s northwest side, funded in part through an anonymous donation of $30,000, highlights the agenda for Wednesday’s meeting of the Antigo Common Council. |
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| Langlade County Board Supports Study That May Lead To Police-Sheriff Merger (posted November 14, 2012) | |
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The Langlade County Board of Supervisors held its last meeting before the holiday season heats up today handling its business quickly. |
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| Consolidation Discussion Held by Antigo School Board (posted November 14, 2012) | |
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Change is coming to the Unified School District of Antigo in regards to what facilities will be open starting next school year, but how it will look is still up for debate. The district's Board of Education discussed their consolidation efforts during a special board meeting last evening. |
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| Planning Agency Receives Award For Its Role In Wood Technology Facility (posted November 8, 2012) | |
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The innovative Wood Technology Center of Excellence located on the Antigo campus of Northcentral Technical College is earning accolades for one of its partners |
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| Langlade Hospital's New LeRoyer Walkway A Stunning Place For Rest, Reflection (posted October 30, 2012) | |
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The new Langlade Hospital is a very public place, but just a few dozen yards to the north, crews are working on a quiet place designed for rest and reflection. |
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| Medical Clinic In The White Lake Area Is Moving Forward (posted October 30, 2012) | |
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Northern Health Centers, Inc. of Lakewood, Wisconsin and Langlade Hospital of Antigo, Wisconsin with the assistance from the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation, Wipfli Consultants and members of the White Lake area are moving forward with creation and implementation of a medical clinic in the White Lake area to serve the people living in that area of Langlade County. |
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| Gala at the Gallery (posted October 26, 2012) | |
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Preview the holiday season and enjoy some of the tunes from the upcoming “Christmas Schooner” at the “Gala at the Gallery,” opening Friday at the Langlade County Historical Society Museum |
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| Builder Leads White Lake Tour (posted October 26, 2012) | |
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After the White Lake School District’s annual meeting Tuesday evening, Doc Smith took some of those in the gallery on a tour of the addition to the elementary and high school complex just days before it will be completed |
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| Jobless Rate Dips Nicely In Langlade County (posted October 26, 2012) | |
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Langlade County posted a substantial 1.1 percent decline in the unemployment rate between August and September, among a leader in the northwoods region. |
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| Johnson Coil Co. Shows Antigo Plant To Group Working To Boost Manufacturing (posted October 16, 2012) | |
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Johnson Electric Coil of Antigo joined over 200 manufacturers across the nation in opening their doors to the community to celebrate Manufacturing Day |
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| County's Ice Age Trail Segments to be featured on TV Tourism Program (posted October 12, 2012) | |
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Langade County’s segments of the Ice Age Trail will be featured in an upcoming episode of Discover Wisconsin, produced in partnership with the Ice Age Trail Alliance of Cross Plains |
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| Antigo's Peaceful Valley Transformed (posted October 4, 2012) | |
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The onetime industrial area known as Peaceful Valley has been transformed into a community park and festival space. |
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| Ground Broken for Volm Expansion (posted October 3, 2012) | |
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Volm Companies officers broke ground this morning for a 37,000 square foot addition to its Freshtech facilities just north of the Clermont Street and Amron Avenue intersection. |
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| Final 2012 Ice Age Trail Hike Set for Saturday Here, Public Welcome To Join (posted October 3, 2012) | |
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The final 2012 hike on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County will take place Saturday over the Old Railroad segment. |
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| Hardwood flooring, Made with White Lake Timber, Going Down In New Gym (posted September 28, 2012) | |
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Hardwood harvested last fall from landowners in and around White Lake has found new life as the school’s new recreation center gymnasium floor |
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| Cyclists will Rock & Roll This Weekend in Langlade (posted September 28, 2012) | |
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The fourth annual Bear Paw Rock & Roll, the newest race in the Wisconsin Off-Road Race Series, will be held on Sunday. |
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| Fall Colors Near Peak Stage In The area (posted September 26, 2012) | |
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The next few weeks are shaping up to be the best time to see the fall colors in our area this year. |
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| Langlade Hospital Continues Projects (posted September 26, 2012) | |
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After months of demolition, construction resumes on the Langlade Hospital campus today. |
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| White Lake Project Draws Praise, Nearly Done (posted September 18, 2012) | |
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For Doc Smith, the White Lake school construction project will always have a special place on his resume, and in his heart. |
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| Plaspack Plans Expansion in Antigo (posted September 12, 2012) | |
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After months of planning and negotiations, a longtime Antigo manufacturer has announced plans to expand. |
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| Distinctive Homes On This Year's 'Parade' (posted September 11, 2012) | |
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The very new, the somewhat old and even a bit of the mysterious will be featured in Langade Hospital Auxiliary’s annual Parade of Homes one week from today. |
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| Capacity Crowd for Wolfman Events (posted September 10, 2012) | |
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Nate Musolff and Dan Smith didn’t win the 2012 Wolfman Triathlon—didn’t even come close—but they may have had the most fun. |
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| Preview of 2012 Wolfman Triathlon (posted September 6, 2012) | |
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The 18th annual Wolfman Triathlon will be taking place this Saturday in southeast Langlade County. 350 competitors ranging from the local area to as far as Utah are scheduled to take part in this unique three-leg event. |
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| 2012 Walk to End Alzheimer's-Antigo, WI (posted September 5, 2012) | |
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2012 Walk to End Alzheimers in on September 8, 2012 starting at Johnson Electric Coil Company with registration beginning at 8am with walk Ceremony beginning at 9:15 am. |
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| Wood Tech Center Meeting Its Goals In Langlade County (posted August 24, 2012) | |
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The Wood Technology Center at Northcentral Technical College is meeting its goal of providing accelerated training for one of the northwood’s most sturdy industries. |
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| Cabin At Jack Lake Set For Use (posted August 22, 2012) | |
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Camping means different things to different people of different ages, and Veterans’ Memorial Park at Jack Lake is trying to catering to them all. |
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| Tour de Langlade Registration Underway (posted August 9, 2012) | |
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Registration is underway for the second-annual Tour de Langlade Century Ride. The event is scheduled to take place on August 18, with the beginning and ending point at Bear Paw Resort located southeast of White Lake. |
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| Maplewood Golf Course Cited as 'Green' Course (posted August 9, 2012) | |
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Planting hundreds of small trees and smart watering practices are just two things Quig's Maplewood Golf Course has done to earn Travel Green Wisconsin certification. The golf course has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability by reducing its environmental impact; thereby joining over 325 Travel Green Wisconsin certified events, attractions, and destinations. |
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| Trail Building in Langlade County (posted August 7, 2012) | |
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Have you ever really thought about what goes into an ATV, snowmobile, hiking, biking, ski, snowshoe or horse trail? Well, Mike Riter, owner of Trail Design Specialists’ and trail educator certainly has and spends his time educating folks on Trail sustainability. Recently, Mr. Riter lead a Trail Master Certification Class which covered the latest advances in trail design, construction and maintenance with a focus on long term sustainability and ease of trial maintenance. |
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| Walkways in Antigo (posted August 3, 2012) | |
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A crew from the city of Antigo worked to finish the concrete walkway this morning after it was poured in the area of the Dairy Queen and KFC/Taco Bell. |
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| Langlade County, Wisconsin (posted August 2, 2012) | |
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Langlade County, better known as Wisconsin's "County of Trails," sits in the heart of the Northwoods, and offers three industrial parks, all with shovel-ready sites available. |
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| Positive Reactions For New Langlade County Cattle Barn (posted July 27, 2012) | |
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One of the new attractions to the fair this year is one that will be a mainstay for years to come. A new Cattle Barn is in the works and in use for the fair for the first time this year. Over the past several months work has been going on to replace a decades-old wooden structure with a new steel building. |
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| History on Foot Trails in Old Langlade County (posted July 27, 2012) | |
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Lake Superior Trail |
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| Success Celebrated at White Lake (posted July 27, 2012) | |
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Success was celebrated Thursday noon at White Lake.
It was a day to mark what in the construction business is called the “topping out” when a structure is enclosed, at the White Lake High School. A project that got its start in the spring is ahead of schedule, under budget and according to just about everyone who has taken a peek, looking very good |
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| Rundown Of Day One At The Langlade County Youth Fair (posted July 25, 2012) | |
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The 2012 Langlade County Youth Fair officially gets underway this Wednesday. The five day event is expected to bring thousands to the fairground in Antigo for a wide variety of events. |
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| An International Flair To Music In The Park This Evening (posted July 5, 2012) | |
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As of now, area residents will have the chance to be outside under the shady trees of Antigo City Park to enjoy this evening's Music in the Park event. Unlike most weeks where local or regional musicians will be entertaining the crowd that come, this evenings performers come all the way from Africa. |
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| 'Airplane' Movie Figures Dine in Antigo On Way To Make Tourism Ad (posted June 26, 2012) | |
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Hollywood director David Zucker and actor Robert Hays paid a visit to Antigo Monday afternoon—by car, not airplane. |
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| Langlade County's Jobless Rate Down a Bit (posted June 25, 2012) | |
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Langlade County’s unemployment rate dropped almost half-a-percentage-point between April and May, at a time when the rate in most mayor state cities crept up. |
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| Preview of Langlade County Breakfast on the Farm event (posted June 22, 2012) | |
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Langlade County's bi-annual Breakfast on the Farm event will be taking place this Sunday in the heart of the county. The Terry and Sharon Schroepfer Farm, located east of Bryant off Highway 52, is where hundreds of people are expected to come between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. to enjoy food and activities. |
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| WPS To Run Energy Challenge For Service Groups (posted June 15, 2012) | |
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Wisconsin Public Service will again be giving away money to community non-profit organizations that try to be more energy efficient and raise public awareness regarding this. This is all part of the utility's second annual 'WPS Energy Challenge'. The goal of the challenge is to have service groups assist the utility in spreading the message and practical uses of being more energy efficient. |
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| Municipal Projects Advancing (posted June 13, 2012) | |
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A variety of construction and utility projects is sparking the summer in the Antigo area. |
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| Langlade Hospital Energy Design Paying Off (posted June 12, 2012) | |
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The energy-efficient design of the new Langlade Hospital has already begun to pay dividends |
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| Langlade County's Relay for Life Event Set For Tonight (posted June 8, 2012) | |
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This evening and overnight Langlade County residents will be taking part in their annual efforts to recognize those who have survived and died from cancer and raise funds to help find a cure. The Langlade County Relay for Life will take place at Listle Field, next to the Antigo High School, with activities starting at 6 p.m. |
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| Special Reception Set For Friday For New Book About The Area (posted June 5, 2012) | |
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This Friday the Langlade County Historical Society will be holding a special reception for a recent book release that showcases what life was like in our area during the early 20th century. |
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| First Farm Market Of The New Season Will Be Held Here Saturday (posted June 1, 2012) | |
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The parking lot at the Antigo Country Store will again be dotted with white tents, inviting visitors to check out the first farm market of the season on Saturday |
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| Langlade County Continues To Be A Strong Site For Job Opportunities In North (posted May 26, 2012) | |
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Langlade County continues to outpace its northwoods counterparts in employment opportunities |
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| Antigo High School Fitness Area Open To The Public (posted May 24, 2012) | |
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A new physical education facility at Antigo High School will pay dividends long after the final bell rings on the academic year on June 7. |
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| Wood Tech Program Caps First Year (posted May 22, 2012) | |
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Northcentral Technical College is wrapping up a successful first year for its wood technology programs, which are based out of the state-of-the-art Wood Technology Center of Excellence on the Antigo campus |
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| A Good Start For Newest Antigo Area Food Pantry (posted May 22, 2012) | |
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The Antigo Area Community Food Pantry opened for use for the first time last week. The pantry is not a brand-new entity, but rather the consolidation of four city church pantries, those from St. John Catholic, St. Mary and Hyacinth Catholic, Faith United Church of Christ and Seven Day Adventist, into one. Two people who have helped to get the pantry operational talked about the first week open during Monday's WATK-AM 900 Arby's Breakfast Club. |
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| An Update on the Langlade County Cattle Barn/Storage Building Project (posted May 18, 2012) | |
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Anyone who drives by the Langlade County Fairgrounds can see the work being done on the new cattle barn/storage building. Roseann Hoffman, a member of the Cattle Barn Steering Committee who has been responsible with getting funds and plans for the barn completed, provided an update of the project during Thursday's WATK-AM 900 Arby's Breakfast Club. |
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| Area Schools Compete In Solar Olympics, One Wins Event (posted May 17, 2012) | |
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Antigo High School won one of the events at this year's Solar Olympics. The 16th annual event, put on by Wisconsin Public Service, was held Tuesday at UW-Stevens Point. |
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| New Hospital Doing Well With Opening (posted May 15, 2012) | |
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Langlade Hospital is up and running today, and the first baby has already been delivered |
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| Migratory Bird Day Here Saturday (posted May 11, 2012) | |
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All things avian will be celebrated when Antigo’s Raptor Education Group hosts a day of activities for Migratory Bird Day on Saturday. |
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| Reaction to Langlade County's Increased Tourism Business in 2011 (posted May 11, 2012) | |
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On Thursday we had a story regarding how the tourism business fared in area counties last year. Langlade County has one of the bigger increased when tourism spending was compared to 2010 figures with people spending $42.1-million on businesses the specialize in the tourist industry. |
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| How The Area's Tourism Industry Fared in 2011 (posted May 10, 2012) | |
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This week is National Travel and Tourism Week, and in response the state Department of Tourism released figures regarding Wisconsin's tourism industry in 2011. The state overall saw an increase in visitor spending of around eight-percent. |
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| Major Infrastructure Project Advances In Antigo (posted May 9, 2012) | |
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Crews are proceeding at a brisk pace on a complex utility and redevelopment project in Peaceful Valley and major work could be completed by the end of June |
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| 'Sneak Peek' Offers Ideal Opportunity (posted April 26, 2012) | |
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Langlade Hospital will offer a sneak peek of its sparkling new facility on Friday and Sunday and it is shaping as a “can’t miss” event for the community. |
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| DISCOVER WISCONSIN GETS GEOLGY LESSON ON THE ICE AGE TRAIL IN LANGLADE COUNTY (posted April 25, 2012) | |
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Discover Wisconsin Gets Geology Lesson on the Ice Age Trail in Langlade County. Travel show explores glaciation and recreation along a 1,000-mile hiking trail. |
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| Langlade County ATV Trails Opening This Friday (posted April 24, 2012) | |
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The Spring/Summer/Fall ATV trails in Langlade County will open Friday, April 27, 2012. |
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| "Rockbats" Manufactured by Zelazoski Wood Products Will Be Highlighted on Fox Sports Wisconsin Friday Night! (posted April 18, 2012) | |
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See how "Rockbats" are made from the tree to the finished product this Friday night during the 6:30 pm pre-game show of the Milwaukee Brewers on Fox Sports Wisconsin. |
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| White Lake Water Taste Draws Honor (posted April 12, 2012) | |
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Take a good drink of water in White Lake, because that is where one of the state’s best-tasting H20 is coming out of the taps. |
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| Field Street Project Begins In Antigo (posted April 12, 2012) | |
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Field Street was literally being ground to bits today. |
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| A Rundown Of Area Elections Taking Place This Tuesday (posted April 3, 2012) | |
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Today is spring election day in Wisconsin. People across the state will be taking part in various elections as polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. One reminder to voters as you do your civic duty is that you do not have to have a photo ID with you. That law has been put on hold due to two lawsuits challenging its constitutionality, with a ruling by the State Supreme Court still pending. You still have to sign a poll book and have lived at your residence at least 28 days before today. Also, changes to how voting districts look also took place last year following redistricting due to the latest U.S. Census. Make sure you double check to know what voting districts you are in for the next ten years. |
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| White Lake's New Gym Floor Will Be Special (posted March 31, 2012) | |
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White Lake is having the modern day equivalent of a barn-raising. |
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| The Antigo Flats Agriculture Enterprise Area Closer to Expanding (posted March 30, 2012) | |
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The Antigo Flats Agriculture Enterprise Area is one step closer to expanding. The Marathon County Board of Supervisors approved earlier this week to expand the AEA into their county in the Town of Harrison. |
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| The Best Cheese (posted March 30, 2012) | |
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THE BEST CHEESE — Master cheesemaker Larry Steckbauer puts a plug in a wheel of prized Sartori SarVecchio Parmesan cheese at the Antigo plant as a campaign will be held Friday and Saturday to name it the “Best Cheese In The World” in Murray’s Cheese Madness Tournament. |
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| Zane Waldvogel Benefit Set For This Evening - (posted March 30, 2012) | |
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This evening will be a chance for area residence to help an area family pay for medical costs for their son and former area youth hockey player. A benefit for Zane Waldvogel will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Antigo starting at 5 p.m. |
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| Bids awarded for White Lake School project (posted March 15, 2012) | |
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Preparation for the White Lake School District building expansion project is one step closer to completion. The district's Board of Education awarded over two-million dollars worth of bids for its construction during a special meeting Tuesday afternoon. |
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| Sartori In The Thick Of Cheese Contest (posted March 8, 2012) | |
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Sartori Cheese has taken two best-of-class awards at the World Championship Cheese Contest in Madison for its high-end Parmesan. |
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| Regional Economic Development Organizations Collaborate To Support Manufacturing In Wisconsin (posted February 22, 2012) | |
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Menomonie, WI — The Northwest Wisconsin Manufacturing Outreach Center (NWMOC) at the University of Wisconsin-Stout in collaboration with Grow North, Centergy, Nicolet College, Langlade County Economic Development Corporation and Northcentral Technical College will offer an opportunity for manufacturers to gain insights and collaborate with their peers and economic development resources on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 in Antigo, WI. |
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| Nice Weather Spurs Parsons' Project (posted February 17, 2012) | |
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The men working for Spiegl Construction are enjoying the sun and mild February temperatures as they piece together the body shop at Parsons of Antigo, a new facility just west of the dealership located at Highway 45 and Amron Avenue. |
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| Weather Cancels Dog Racing Here In Langlade County (posted February 15, 2012) | |
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Lack of snow has forced the cancellation of Langlade County Culver’s Trailblazer Challenge Sled Dog Races slated this weekend. |
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| Goodwill Industries of North Central Wisconsin (posted February 14, 2012) | |
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Store Team Leader Wanted |
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| Boys & Girls Club of Langlade County Gets Technical Boost (posted February 13, 2012) | |
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The Boys & Girls Club of Langlade County has received a technological boost, courtesy of a long-standing local foundation. |
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| New Langlade Hospital Taking Shape Quickly (posted February 9, 2012) | |
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Patients at the new Langlade Hospital, scheduled to open in mid-May, may feel more like guests at a Marriott Hotel rather than a high-tech health care facility. |
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| Snowbiking ComesTo Langlade County This Weekend (posted February 8, 2012) | |
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Whoever said cycling is a warm-weather sport might want to venture into Langlade County this coming weekend.
Bear Paw Outdoors will host its inaugural Growlers Snowbike Saturday, kicking off a new outdoor activity in the County of Trails. |
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| Good News For Area 2011 Red Kettle Drives - (posted February 8, 2012) | |
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The Antigo community led the Northwoods when it came to donations to red kettles last year. The Salvation Army recently released information regarding how much money their annual drive collected in communities in northern Wisconsin. |
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| Work Towards New Cattle Barn on Langlade County Fairgrounds Continues (posted February 7, 2012) | |
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It is looking more likely that a new cattle barn will be built on the Langlade County Fairgrounds this year. The county's Public Property Committee discussed the issue during their monthly meeting Monday evening. |
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| Family Dollar Highlights A Quiet Building Season (posted February 7, 2012) | |
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Family Dollar is moving, but only a few dozen yards.
The store, a downtown mainstay for years, is relocating slightly to the east, taking over a vacant space next to the Antigo Country Store at 717 Superior St. |
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| Johnson Electric Coil Brings Jobs Home (posted February 6, 2012) | |
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A well-educated workforce is bringing manufacturing—and jobs—back to Antigo from China. |
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| Wolfman 2012 Triathlon Registration Is Now Open (posted February 1, 2012) | |
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It's the 18th year for this very exciting off road triathlon in the beautiful Wolf River area of Northeast Wisconsin. |
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| Saving Langlade County Fairgrounds Show Ring Studied (posted January 31, 2012) | |
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Just weeks after the Langlade County Board of Supervisors doomed the 1924 livestock building at the fairgrounds, people who want to save a least part of it are working at a hectic pace. |
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| Up-Coming NTC Class at NTC-Antigo (posted January 27, 2012) | |
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Legal Issues For Supervisors (Class #62088) |
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| How Are Area Winter Trails In Langlade County Right Now? (posted January 25, 2012) | |
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Winter may be a third of the way through on the calendar, but for some locations the season has not even started in regards to outdoor winter activities. The effects of the weather during the start of the season, which saw little snow and at times record high temperatures, continue to keep some counties from keeping trails open. |
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| 'Be Great' youth art exhibit is looking to future at local museum (posted January 19, 2012) | |
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A museum devoted to Langlade County’s past is now filled with artwork representing its future. |
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| Economic Development Corporation to hold Lunch and Learn event (posted January 13, 2012) | |
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Next week Tuesday the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation will be holding a Lunch and Learn event to help businesses in the county get information out about them better online. Corporation Executive Director Christine Berry talked about the event during Thursday's WATK-AM 900 Arby's Breakfast Club. |
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| School District of Antigo Plans Another Vote On New Elementary Complex April 3 (posted January 12, 2012) | |
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The Antigo school board, on a very close vote, will try again to construct a central elementary school. |
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| Skiers, Snowmobilers Wait For Snow (posted January 5, 2012) | |
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Two words are on the lips of every skier and snowmobiler in Langlade County, and across much of the northwoods.
“THINK SNOW.” |
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| Antigo Bike and Ski Club to hold breakfast event on Saturday (posted December 29, 2011) | |
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It is not expected that any snow that will fall this Thursday will be enough to open area winter trails for snowmobiles and cross county skiers anytime soon. No matter what the conditions are outside this weekend, the Antigo Bike and Ski Club will be holding their second-annual "Breakfast at Gartzke" event on Saturday morning. Club member Joe Hermolin talked about the event and the club during Wednesday's WATK-AM 900 Arby's Breakfast Club. |
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| Fundraising Underway For New Cattle Barn on Langlade County Fairgrounds (posted December 27, 2011) | |
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The county is putting forward $245,000 towards the project. However, with the cost estimated to be up to $430,000 the rest of the money needs to be fundraised. |
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| Wittenberg-Based Communications Company Buys Antigo Business (posted December 22, 2011) | |
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An area communications company is expanding its presence in Antigo after purchasing a local computer business. Wittenberg Telephone Company announced Wednesday it has purchased Computer Frontier, and the company will be operating under the new name Cirrinity. |
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| County Board Races Taking Shape (posted December 21, 2011) | |
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With two weeks until the filing deadline, several races are shaping for seats on the Langlade County Board of Supervisors. |
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| Prep Work Underway For White Lake School Building Project (posted December 21, 2011) | |
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While construction will not begin until spring, preparation work is in full swing for the addition project to the While Lake School building. The district's Board of Education approved the first recommendations towards the project during their December meeting Tuesday evening. |
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| Antigo/Langlade County Community Event Calendar (posted December 21, 2011) | |
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A great number of community-oriented people are pooling their resources to develop a one-stop calendar for residents and visitors to Langlade County. |
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| AmeriGas Buys Assets of Antigo's Master Gas, Settles in on Neva Road (posted December 16, 2011) | |
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The telephones at the AmeriGas offices on Neva Road are being answered with a salutation that tells callers that the firm is the “proud new owner of Master Gas.” |
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| Cityof Antigo Moves Ahead With Resolution To Condemn Blighted Convenience Store (posted December 16, 2011) | |
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A blighted downtown convenience store must be either cleaned up or it will be torn down at its owner’s expense under a resolution approved by the Antigo Common Council Wednesday. |
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| Ice Fishing A Growing Activity (posted December 15, 2011) | |
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The unseasonably warm and rainy weather means that “hard water” anglers won’t be hitting their favorite holes anytime soon, but when the season opens record number of anglers are expected. |
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| Langlade Hosptial's New Building Has Opening Date Set (posted December 8, 2011) | |
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Langlade Hospital of Antigo has set their official opening date for their new facility. |
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| Award-Winning Designer Offers His Help, Support For Theater Project (posted November 28, 2011) | |
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Why is an award-winning international designer who is based in the New York City area spending so much time in Antigo? |
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| Tech School and Local Company Partering Again To Find And Train Local Workers (posted November 28, 2011) | |
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For a second straight year a local manufacturing business and education provider will be giving five people a chance to get a job and proper training for it. Northcentral Technical College Antigo campus and Waukesha Bearings will be partnering up again to help the manufacturer find local people willing to work for them. |
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| High-end Sartori Cheese Made Here Goes On Sale, Infused With Cognac (posted November 26, 2011) | |
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Sartori Company will be releasing a very restricted quantity of its highly anticipated Limited Edition Cognac BellaVitano, which is produced at its plant in Antigo, for the 2011 holiday season. |
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| Merit Gear Breaks Ground For Office (posted November 17, 2011) | |
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Merit Gear, one of Antigo’s most durable industries, is on target to post record sales and has broken ground on a new office complex at its Hudson Street facilities. |
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| Parsons of Antigo Launches Expansion (posted November 15, 2011) | |
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One of the community’s most durable businesses, Parsons of Antigo, is in the process of making big and positive changes. |
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| Senator Kohl's Representative to be in Elcho this Wednesday (posted November 14, 2011) | |
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U.S. Senator Herb Kohl's regional representative will be making a visit to northern Langlade County this week. Bryce Luchterhand will be holding office hours at the Elcho Town Hall on Wednesday, November 16, from noon to 1 p.m. |
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| Study Shows Bicycling Benefits (posted November 14, 2011) | |
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A new study claims that making fifty percent of short trips by car could save billions of dollars a year in reduced mortality and health care costs, and advocates say that's a good argument for restoring state funding cuts for bicycle infrastructure. "Investing in more bicycling can save lives, reduce health costs, traffic and air pollution," said State Representative Brett Hulsey of Madison. |
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| Wisconsin Profitable Sustainability Initiative (PSI) Phase 2 (posted November 1, 2011) | |
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This program is used to assist small to midsize manufacturers (<500 employees) in the funding component for evaluating current sustainability practices, identifying opportunities for improvement and assessing cost, benefits and feasibility of potential projects to provide a roadmap for implementation. |
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| Both Langlade Hospital Awards Are On National Level (posted October 28, 2011) | |
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The two awards Langlade Hospital received recently were impressive, both of them on the national scale. |
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| Community Garden Produced Tons Of Food, Had More Growers During 2011 (posted October 28, 2011) | |
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Forty-one busy gardeners grew over two tons of fresh fruits and vegetables in the Antigo Community Garden this year, doubling the 2010 harvest. |
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| 600 Block of Fifth Avenue Gets New Look (posted October 26, 2011) | |
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A very visible sign of Antigo’s downtown redevelopment emerged this morning, amid a cloud of dust and rubble. |
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| Ready For The Season (posted October 25, 2011) | |
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Members of the Antigo Bike and Ski Club look over the trail maps and decide assignments for Saturday’s cleanup at Gartzke Flowage located eight miles east of Antigo on Hwy. F. |
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| RockBats (posted October 25, 2011) | |
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Roland Hernandez, founder of RockBats, is a wood scientist who spent 17 years at the U.S. Forest Products Laboratory in Madison. Along with eight other owners of the company, Hernandez is trying to expand the sales of his maple bats, known for straight grains that reduce the chance of the bats breaking |
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| Update on Highway 64 Bypass Project As Work Nears An End (posted October 24, 2011) | |
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Work on the Highway 64 bypass project in and around Antigo will be one step closer to completion this week. |
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| Local Companies Solve Problem Together (posted October 24, 2011) | |
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Johnson Electric Coil Co. needed a solution.
To find its answer, it looked no farther than a few blocks west |
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| New Antigo McDonald's Opens! (posted October 21, 2011) | |
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A ribbon stacked with dollar bills was cut by Steve Killian Sr. Thursday evening marking the unofficial opening of the firm’s new Antigo McDonald’s restaurant. |
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| Another Great Summer For Local Farm Market (posted October 20, 2011) | |
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The Antigo Farmers Market Association is passing out a thank you to the patrons of its summer program, calling it “another great success.” |
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| Crowd Hears White Lake School Details (posted October 20, 2011) | |
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White Lake voters arrived in the school cafeteria Tuesday hungry for information about the school’s upcoming building and spending referendum.
They got platefuls, which they must now digest prior to the Nov. 8 vote. |
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| City of Antigo Approve Loan For New Downtown Office Building (posted October 13, 2011) | |
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The City of Antigo will provide money to help build a new office building in the downtown area. The city's Common Council approved a Public Improvement Fund Loan to Stellar Center Antigo-LLC during their October meeting Wednesday evening. |
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| LANGLADE HOSPITAL STARS IN THEIR OWN PINK GLOVE DANCE VIDEO (posted October 7, 2011) | |
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LANGLADE HOSPITAL STARS IN THEIR OWN PINK GLOVE DANCE VIDEO TO SUPPORT BREAST CANCER AWARENESS |
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| Antigo Company Helping Brewers Playoff Run (posted October 7, 2011) | |
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For the Brewers to win Game 5 versus the Diamondbacks Friday night, they'll have to come up with some big hits. An Antigo company is helping them do just that. |
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| Latest Highway 64 Bypass Project Update (posted September 19, 2011) | |
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Work on the Highway 64 bypass begins to see its primary focus shift west this week. The project, which will relocate the state highway to the northwest of the City of Antigo, has had its biggest impact on traffic along Century Avenue on the city's northside over the past two months. |
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| Downtown Antigo Facade Grants Still Available (posted September 13, 2011) | |
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The Downtown Antigo Façade Improvement Grant Program is designed to provide financial assistance to property owners or tenants looking to improve or restore the original historic features of the physical external appearance exclusively of the front and rear of commercial businesses ultimately enhancing Downtown Antigo. |
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| Jack Lake Mural Will Add Veteran Tributes (posted September 10, 2011) | |
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It’s a coincidence, but rather fitting that the Veterans Memorial Park monument to the nation’s veterans is nearing completion on the anniversary of 9/11 terrorist attacks. |
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| Junior Achievement Lunch & Learn (posted September 9, 2011) | |
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You're invited to our first "Lunch & Learn: Wednesday, September 28, 2011. |
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| Antigo Farmer's Market Hits Peak Season (posted August 26, 2011) | |
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As the summer season begins to wind down, the harvest season begins to pick up for area gardeners. That means the Antigo Farmer's Market is nearing its peak season for items up for sale. |
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| Work Ccontinues On HWY 64 Project (posted August 24, 2011) | |
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The dump trucks, graders and surveyors are putting their touches on the Highway 64 loop around the north side of Antigo this week, getting very close to the end of the project in about 60 days. |
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| Sartori Parmesan wins more top honors (posted August 20, 2011) | |
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Sartori’s Classic Parmesan cheese, provided at the Antigo plant, was awarded a first place blue ribbon at the prestigious American Cheese Society competition in Montreal. This follows a runner-up performance at the US Cheese Championship this past summer for the Classic Parmesan. |
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| Highway 64 Bypass Construction Update Regarding Century Avenue (posted August 15, 2011) | |
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For nearly two months those who run or frequently patronize businesses on Century Avenue just west of the road's intersection with Highway 45 have dealt with construction on the road due to the Highway 64 bypass project. |
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| City of Antigo Borrows Funds, Gets Good News (posted August 11, 2011) | |
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Worries over the nation’s debt and credit downgrade slipped over to the Antigo Common Council Wednesday. |
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| City Moving Ahead With Major Projects (posted July 14, 2011) | |
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The city of Antigo plans almost three-quarters of a million dollars in upgrades to the city’s water and wastewater plants, funded through higher water and sewer rates. |
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| Trash Becomes Treasure at Ace Equipment (posted July 11, 2011) | |
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Eric Fuller is turning trash into treasure. |
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| Meetings Set For Changes To Shoreland Zoning In Langlade County (posted June 30, 2011) | |
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Residents and land owners who live or own property next to any body of water in Langlade County are asked to attend one of two meetings next week that will inform them on changes to shoreland zoning. |
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| WPS Offering Energy Saving Grants For Organizations (posted June 30, 2011) | |
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One of the utilities that provide services to our listening area is offering community service clubs a chance to earn a $1,000 grant for performing energy saving steps. |
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| Langlade County Community Development Corporation Has A New Name and New Location (posted June 30, 2011) | |
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Langlade County Economic Development Corporation formerly the Community Development Corporation has moved. |
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| Flooding Now a Threat In The Area (posted June 23, 2011) | |
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Residents in the listening area will have to be on flood alert over the next few days. |
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| Sartori Finds High-End Niche With Antigo Cheeses (posted June 15, 2011) | |
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Quietly, Sartori Company has become a leader in producing high-end specialty cheeses, and that’s translating to increased employment and investment in Antigo. |
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| Marketing Efforts Show Signs of Success (posted May 28, 2011) | |
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Quietly, Langlade County's investments in tourism promotion appear to be paying off. |
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| White Lake Area Clinic Plans Advance (posted May 26, 2011) | |
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Plans for a medical clinic in the White Lake are advancing, with a meeting slated later this summer to determine the scope of the work. |
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| Antigo Downtown Facade Grants Ready For Distribution (posted May 24, 2011) | |
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Earlier this month the City of Antigo Common Council approved the creation of a downtown facde grant program. |
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| New McDonald's Takes Shape Quickly (posted May 23, 2011) | |
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McDonald’s may be synonymous with fast food, but how about fast buildings? |
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| New McDonald's Takes Shape Quickly (posted May 23, 2011) | |
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McDonald’s may be synonymous with fast food, but how about fast buildings? |
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| Highway 64 Bypass Begins Construction (posted May 16, 2011) | |
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This Monday is the scheduled first day of construction for the Highway 64 bypass project in Langlade County. |
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| How Area Counties Fared In Tourism In 2010 (posted May 12, 2011) | |
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Langlade County saw the greatest improvement in their tourism business in 2010 compared to other listening area counties. |
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| Recap of City of Antigo Common Council Meeting (posted May 12, 2011) | |
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Downtown Antigo business and building owners will have some money available to them to help improve how they look to the public. |
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| Langlade County Spring/Summer/Fall ATV Trails (posted May 10, 2011) | |
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The Spring/Summer/Fall ATV trails in Langlade County will open on Saturday, May 14, 2011.... |
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| Bicycling Not To Be Forgotten By State Tourist Secretary. (posted April 30, 2011) | |
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Although the governor wants to scrap funding for bicycle paths, Wisconsin's tourism secretary says cycling will not be forgotten as a tourist attraction. |
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| State Budget Listening Session in Antigo. (posted April 29, 2011) | |
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This afternoon, Friday, April 29, 2011, will be a chance for area residents to get their voice heard regarding Governor Scott Walker's proposed biannual budget. |
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| Langlade County Spring/Summer/Fall ATV Trails (posted April 25, 2011) | |
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The Spring/Summer/Fall ATV trails in Langlade County will not open as scheduled........ |
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| County Jobless Rate Dips, One of Best in the North (posted April 21, 2011) | |
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Langlade County posted the lowest jobless rate in the region during March, improving over 2 percent from a year ago. |
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| Joe Jopek Honored For Trail Efforts (posted April 15, 2011) | |
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Antigo’s Joe Jopek is as much a symbol of the Ice Age Trail as the iconic mastodon that serves as its’ mascot. |
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| City of Antigo Approves Steps Towards Latest Downtown Revitalization Project (posted April 14, 2011) | |
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The City of Antigo has taken the first step towards their latest downtown revitalization project. |
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| How Area Counties Voted In The Supreme Court Race (posted April 7, 2011) | |
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A recount of the state Supreme Court race between Justice David Prosser and challenger Joanne Kloppenburg is most likely coming. |
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| Rundown Of Area Spring Elections Taking Place (posted April 5, 2011) | |
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Spring elections in Wisconsin will be taking place this Tuesday. Voters will have the chance to decide on the various statewide, county, city, village and township elections taking place. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. across the listening area. |
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| A Check On February Unemployment Rates In The Area (posted April 1, 2011) | |
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Unemployment numbers for all area counties rose for a second straight month in 2011. |
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| Eight Langlade County Towns & Village of White Lake Have Contests (posted March 31, 2011) | |
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Eight Langlade County towns, plus the village of White Lake, will have contested contests for municipal office in Tuesday’s spring election. |
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| Langlade County Community Development Corporation Is Moving... (posted March 1, 2011) | |
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Community Developmet Corporation is moving to the new Wood Technology Center of Excellence located at NTC of Antigo. |
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| Langlade County Community Development Corporation launches new and improved Website! (posted March 1, 2011) | |
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Recognizing the importance of a quality website to promote Langlade County Tourism and Community Development programs, Langlade County has joined forces with... |
