Mower racers drop the hammer in Fremont

After a ten-lap heat, the winner of the race gets to take a victory lap with the checkered flag. .James Card Photo

The flagman swept a green flag and the racers burst into the first turn in a tight pack.

Fall Fest in New London

Mike Breyer of Hortonville turns over his 1923 Model-T Ford during a prior Wheels on Werner Allen Car Show. The event kicks off Fall Fest in New London..File Photo

Weekend family activities Sept. 13-15

Zwicker building open during Hinderfest

The old Zwicker building, now renamed The Eight 10, temporarily opened to host Hinderfest. .James Card Photo

Hinder Brewing Co, plans to complete finishing touches to addition by end of year

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Repeat sex offender released to community

Patterson moved from state prison to Stevens Point

With assistance from the Army’s 1157th Transportation Company, the Wisconsin/Nicaragua Partners shipped school desks and mattresses from Stevens Point to Nicaragua on Friday, Sept. 6..Submitted Photo

From Stevens Point to Nicaragua

Mattresses, desks donated to sister city

The city of Clintonville plans to install all-inclusive playground equipment st Olen Park..Contributed Image

Clintonville OKs ADA equipment

All-inclusive playground planned for Olen Park

OPne highlight of the Boys and Girls Club summer programming was the Aviation Career Camp, where participants learned the principles of flight and toured planes at the Stevens Point Municipal Airport. .Contributed Photo

Boys and Girls Club wraps up summer

Aviation camp part of career exploration program in Portage Count

Ivy Ford will perform at the Chain Blues Festival at the Indian Crossing Casino on Friday, Oct. 4..Photo courtesy of Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce

Chain Blues Fest in Waupaca

Indian Crossing Casino to host weekend of music on Oct. 4-5

Meredith Miller took over the role of Library Director of the Scandinavia Library in November of 2023, she is pictured here with her favorite children's and adult books.

Miller takes the helm

New director named at Scandinavia Public Library

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The Saints In Our Midst

Dear Reader, In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to overlook the quiet acts of kindness and the unwavering strength of character that some individuals exhibit

Truckers get the win

The Truckers find a way to win in four back-and-forth sets on September 3rd..Nick Griesbach Photo

Clintonville defeats New London in four sets

Hortonville Polar Bear defensive lineman and Idaho Vandals commit Reggie Kloehn beats his blocker around the edge.Nick Griesbach Photo

Hortonville falls to Kaukauna

Hortonville Polar Bears lost their third consecutive game to start the season

Falcons win CWC-Large opener

Amherst defeats Colby in Central Wisconsin-Large conference matchup

Chasing world speed record

Greg and Leah Stelse said that racing The Joker, a 1957 Pontiac has helped their family and business. Greg races The Joker and is closing in on a world record. .James Card Photo

The Joker represents Waupaca shop that repairs, restores vintage vehicles.

New pizza pub coming to Iola

Andrew and Becky Bartlet get ready to open Bart's Pizza Pub after buying Northland Sports Bar and Grill in Iola..Emily Conroy Photo

New owners of Northland Sports Bar and Grill realize their dream.

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