NewsRhinelander Food Pantry Faces Spring Donation Dip — Here’s Why
The Rhinelander Area Food Pantry sees donations plummet every spring after holiday giving ends. Their Spring Challenge runs through April 30th to keep 2,390 Oneida County residents fed year-round.
Northwoods Drifter|03.07.2026
NewsEagle River Citizens Save Riverside Park Through Grassroots Action
A group of Eagle River residents meeting weekly at the library stopped the sale of Riverside Park through grassroots civic education. Their year-long study of local government turned neighbors into effective advocates for public space.
Northwoods Drifter|03.07.2026
NewsTomahawk Voters Face Critical April 6 Referendum on City Services
Tomahawk voters will decide April 6 whether to approve a $276,000 property tax increase to maintain city services as inflation outpaces state-imposed levy limits by 20%.
Northwoods Drifter|03.07.2026
NewsWisconsin Forests FIRST Charts Path for Northwoods Timber Future
Wisconsin Forests FIRST initiative launches two-year effort to develop data-driven roadmap for Northwoods timber industry, balancing forest health with economic vitality through 2027.
Northwoods Drifter|03.07.2026
NewsTomahawk Voters Get Answers at VFW Mayoral Candidate Forum
Tomahawk residents filled VFW Post 2687 for a mayoral candidate forum, pressing Michael Habeck and Jeffrey Koth on infrastructure, budgets, and the city’s future ahead of the April 7 election.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026
News93 Exhibitors Connect at Annual Up North Community Expo
93 exhibitors from seven Northwoods counties gathered at Rhinelander’s annual Up North Community Expo, creating connections that strengthen the region’s business and nonprofit communities.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026
NewsAncient Snowsnake Tournament Brings Winter Tradition to Crandon
The Forest County Potawatomi are hosting a free snowsnake tournament March 14th at Bug Lake in Crandon, reviving an ancient winter game with competitions for all ages and abilities.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026
NewsUWSP Pointers Return to March Madness with Championship Dreams
UWSP Pointers men’s basketball returns to NCAA tournament after 7-year absence, bringing championship expectations and a rebuilt program culture under coach Kent Dernbach.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026
NewsNew TMJ Treatment Arrives in Phillips: What Northwoods Residents Should Know
Northwoods Dentistry in Phillips becomes Wisconsin’s first dental practice to offer Emface, an FDA-cleared treatment for TMJ pain that requires no needles or surgery.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026
NewsEagle River Names New Fire Chief After Decade of Service
Jim Randall’s promotion to Eagle River fire chief after 10 years shows how internal advancement strengthens Northwoods fire departments and inspires the next generation.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026
NewsTomahawk Voters Face Tough Choice on Property Tax Referendum
Tomahawk voters will decide April 7th whether to approve a 20% property tax increase to maintain city services. The referendum asks for $276,000 annually as officials say inflation has outpaced revenue growth by 20% over the past decade.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026
NewsOneida County Snowmobile Trails Close Friday Morning
Oneida County’s entire 800-mile snowmobile trail system closes Friday morning due to poor conditions. Here’s what riders need to know and what it means for the community.
Northwoods Drifter|03.06.2026