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Marinette County To Get Payouts From Opioid Lawsuit Settlement

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

The future of River Cities Pool in Marinette, proposals to charge for use of Marinette County recreational trails, filling the full time Diversion Coordinator position sought by District Attorney DeShea Morrow, and payouts in the Opioid lawsuits  were among the main topics of discussion at the Marinette County Board meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 31.

WisDOT To Host Meeting Feb. 1 On Plans For Hwy. 141 In Crivitz

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Crivitz Village Board and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) have long been concerned over safety issues on Hwy. 141 through the village, particularly at the main intersection where County W crosses the highway and the sections of Highway 141 leading up to it. Now, WisDOT has plans they believe will resolve at least some of the safety issues.

Crivitz Committees To Air Ordinance Changes Feb. 8

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

The Administrative and Development and Operations committees of the Village of Crivitz Board of Trustees will hold back to back meetings on Wednesday, Feb. 8, beginning at 5 p.m. in the board room of the Crivitz Village Hall.

Faith Christian Student Achievements

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Two students from Faith Christian School in Coleman, placed second in state in the 40th Annual AACS (American Association of Christian Schools) Creative Writing Contest. In the Junior High category Annie Tachick, left, (7th Grade) placed for Poetry, and in Elementary James Childrers, right, (6th Grade) for Poetry.

Giving the Gift of Warmth

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

The Wannabe Quilt Group have had a busy 2022 making and donating quilts. The group has donated over 108 quilts to the five school districts in Oconto County, Lena, Oconto, Oconto Falls, Gillett and Suring for the needy families during the holidays. Also donations were given to the Veterans, DAV, and other charities. Pictured are of few of the dedicated women who have given of their time and talents to help: Back Row: Diane Pecho, Lynn Konshak, Sandy Leisch, Carol Arcilla, Laura Davister, Kathy Delvaux.

Pine Needle Quilters To Meet Feb. 20th

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Pine Needle Quilters meet on Monday, Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake Town Hall on Loomis Road. It is an open sew day. Bring sewing machine and quilting projects. Ironing board and iron will be provided as well as a cutting mat and table.

Bring a dish to pass for a noon pot luck or if one prefers, bring own lunch.

Coleman-Pound Lions Making Final Preparations for Banquet Feb. 10

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

The Coleman-Pound Lions make final preparations for their 15th Annual Chris Baenen Memorial Ice Fishing Sportsman’s Banquet set for Friday, Feb. 10th at Romy’s Holiday Inn Kelly Lake. There is still time to get into the action.  Call 920-591-0362 to get an application form, or check them out on Facebook. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner of Romy’s. Menu consists of Chicken, Tips and Fish at 7 p.m.

Healing Patriots Fundraiser Feb. 3 and 4 at Equity Hall

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Multiple guns, an Ariens snowblower, 50-inch TV, and an ice shanty are just a few of the many prizes available at the Healing Patriots Fundraiser. Healing Patriots, a 501(c)(3), will be holding their annual fundraiser on Friday, Feb. 3 and Saturday, Feb. 4th.  On Friday, Feb. 3rd, the bucket raffle opens at 4 pm at Equity Hall located on Highway 64 in Pound.  Additionally, doors open Saturday, Feb. 4th starting at 11 a.m.

Vintage Snowmobile Weekend Mar. 3 & 4

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Chute Pond Snowmobile Club will be hosting the Blast From the Past Vintage Snowmobile Weekend on Friday and Saturday, March 3 & 4.

On Friday March 3: Vintage ride (non-vintage also welcome) leaves from Skinny Dave's, 12848 Hwy 32/64, Mountain, at 11 am Friday, March 5th. Return later for dinner specials. Non-club members and general public are welcome.

Mother/Daughter Team Offers Great Food And Hospitality

Published Wednesday, February 1, 2023

For nearly 20 years the mother/daughter team of Ginger and Gayle Sampson worked together at various dining places in the greater Fox Valley area and dreamed about going into business together somewhere in a restaurant of their own.

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