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The donation was formally presented to the Rhinelander Community Foundation by AirPro President Keith White Jr. at a ceremony held at AirPro’s headquarters. Accepting the check on behalf of the Foundation were Board Members Shane Sparks, Gina Heck (president), Hon. Pat O’Melia, and Shannon Campy (treasurer).

RCF receives $15,000 donation for Hodag Park improvements

The Rhinelander Community Foundation (RCF) announced a generous donation of $15,000 from AirPro Fan and Blower Company. The foundation said the contribution will directly benefit the Hodag Park …

Rhinelander chamber announces finalists for awards gala

The Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for its Annual Awards Gala and Fundraiser, set for Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Pines Event Center in Rhinelander. The event …

Obituary: Amy Lee Zdroik

Amy Lee Zdroik, age 48, of Rhinelander, passed away on Monday, December 30th, 2024, at home surrounded by love. She was born on August 25th, 1976, in Rhinelander, the daughter of Howard and Tonkom …
Green Bay Packers Quarterback Jordan Love said he is proud of his team’s efforts this season and looks forward to seeing them recover over the next few months for a healthier 2025 season.

Packers look to recover in offseason

PHILADELPHIA, PENN. — The Green Bay Packers’ 2024 season came full circle with a 22-10 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles — also the team’s first loss of the season in …

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Hodag Highlights: Boys basketball

Before the game players and coaches brought toys for the Kindness for Kids Christmas toy drive and deposited them into boxes at center court.
On Friday, Dec. 20, the Rhinelander boys basketball team entertained the Tomahawk Hatchets in a conference game. The Hodags never trailed in the game, led 48-18 at the half, and only allowed four …

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The boys race is underway at Colby.
BOB MAINHARDT PHOTOS Hodag boys cross country heads to state The Hodag boys cross country team is headed to the state meet in Wisconsin Rapids Saturday. The sectional meet was held in Colby Friday …
Running back Sam Zwaard avoided the last tackler on his way to an 86-yard touchdown run to make the score 20-7 with 3:57 remaining in the third quarter.
Running back Sam Zwaard avoided the last tackler on his way to an 86-yard touchdown run to make the score 20-7 with 3:57 remaining in the third quarter. BOB MAINHARDT PHOTO   For the Star …
Macy Meyers and Brynn Teter lead the Hodags to the 2.5 mile mark.
Rhinelander runners Macy Meyers and Brynn Teter lead the Hodags to the 2.5 mile mark at Tuesday's cross country meet in Marshfield. Craig Weinzatl photo Photos by Craig Weinzatl MARSHFIELD – As the …
Brynn Teter, Macy Myers and Kara Monk are first to the one mile mark for the lady Hodags.
Brynn Teter, Macy Myers and Kara Monk are first to the one mile mark for the lady Hodags. Craig Weinzatl photo. Photos by Craig Weinzatl RIB MOUNTAIN – The 2024 Hodag Cross Country season has …
Badger State Competitors are pictured in front from left, Madison Wedemeyer, Zoey Gauthier, Kiernan Vande Hey, Madilyn Cline, Riley Gauthier; in back, Harmony Gomez, Mia Gignac, Cassidy Leseberg, Morgan Cahee, Sarah Marshall, Abigail Swenson.
Badger State Competitors are pictured in front from left, Madison Wedemeyer, Zoey Gauthier, Kiernan Vande Hey, Madilyn Cline, Riley Gauthier; in back, Harmony Gomez, Mia Gignac, Cassidy Leseberg, …
Obituaries
Obituaries
 Obituary: Suzanne Stevens
With family by her side, Suzanne Stevens of Arbor Vitae passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024, at Sea‐ sons of Life Hospice in Woodruff. She was 81 years old. Sue was born in Wausau to …
Obituary: Alex Henry Kafka
July 26, 1925-December 15, 2024 Age 99 Alex was born July 26, 1925, in Wausaukee, Wisconsin to Stanislaw “Stanley” and Stanislawa “Stella” Kawka, the youngest of thirteen …
Obituary: Dolores Norma Voss
Dolores Norma Voss, 98, peacefully passed away at her beloved Grace Lodge home in the company of loved ones after a decline related to heart disease. Dolores’ strong Christian faith blessed her …
Obituary: Gloria Jean Miller
Gloria Jean Miller, 67, of Rhinelander, passed away at home on Monday evening, Nov. 25, 2024. Gloria was born in Rhinelander on Jan. 6, 1957, to Eugene and Gertrude Blaszke. She attended Rhinelander …
Obituary: Anthony Grabowski
Anthony "Tony" Grabowski came into the world February 4, 1950, in Gilman, Wisc., the youngest son of Maria "Mary" Agnes (Lato) and John Valentine Grabowski. Tony joined his parents, along with his …

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Outdoors

Parasite discovered in wild trout in Langlade County

Courtesy Wisconsin DNR MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urges anglers to properly clean their gear after discovering the parasite  Myxobolus cerebralis  in Elton …

Against all odds

The 50th Birkie takes place despite lack of ‘winter’ By Mitch Mode Special to the Star Journal It is the week of the American Birkebeiner.  We drive on bare blacktop past rolling hills and …

International ski event to bring hundreds to Rhinelander

Visually impaired skier Krista Erickson, left, is guided by Julie Coppens at the 2023 ParaBirkie. Ski for Light is now the presenting sponsor of that event. Erickson, from Chicago, is the vice …

2023 gun deer season topic of public discussion

STOCK PHOTO WOODRUFF – State Representatives Rob Swearingen, Calvin Callahan and Sen. Mary Felzkowski will hold a public discussion regarding the 2023 gun deer hunting season in Wisconsin. The …

2023 gun deer hunt license sales and harvest totals

The 2023 gun deer hunt harvest totals and license sales are now available. / Photo Credit: iStock/FRANKHILDEBRAND Courtesy Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources MADISON – The 2023 gun deer hunt …

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Schools

Hodag Day at the Dome

The Rhinelander community is invited to attend the Hodag Day at the Dome Wednesday, Dec. 4, from 3:30-6 p.m. The School District of Rhinelander is hosting the free event to celebrate the Hodag's …

2021 RHS grad receives music educators award

For the Star Journal Bridget Koser, current UW-Milwaukee senior and former Rhinelander High School and Zion Lutheran School student is this year’s recipient of the Wisconsin Music Educators …

Nicolet College law enforcement academy graduates

Pictured in front, Brad Fogerty, Nicolet College criminal justice instructor; Deputy Jevin Budzynski, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and graduate; Deputy Ethan Snyder, Oneida County Sheriff's …

RHS Homecoming 2024

The court, including the king and queen, rode in the back of pickup trucks provided by Rhinelander GM. Bob Mainhardt photo Photographer Bob Mainhardt captured the week's events with his camera. Check …

RHS Homecoming 2024

Congratulations to Rhinelander High School Homecoming Queen Mia Tulowizky and King Greyson Gremban, pictured in front, who were crowned during a pep assembly Friday afternoon. Homecoming court …

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We Are One

Dear reader,  I am not just one; I am a unit of many — my ancestors who paved the way, the stages of my life shaped by community and friends, and the family of God's creation to which …

Hodag Dome holds Winter Walking Challenge

The Hodag Dome invites the public to participate in a Winter Walking Challenge until Feb. 28. To join, choose a 25-, 50-, or 100-mile goal and track progress in the book at the Hodag Dome front …

Finding The Perfect Someone

Dear Reader,  Life's treasures aren't measured in material possessions like a sleek car or a spacious mansion. You could have all of these things, but without someone to share them with, …

A New Year With New Beginnings

Dear Reader,  As the calendar turns to another New Year, we find ourselves at a familiar crossroads, a time for renewal and reflection. It's a time when we take stock of our lives, weighing …
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