Sam Koshuta flies above the ground trying to get first-down yardage last week as two Northstar defenders try to drag him down at Hurley High School.

Bluejays lose thriller in Hurley, still qualify for postseason

The Three Lakes-Phelps varsity football team played a first-place team, undefeated in the Northwoods-East Conference, on the road last week and lost… barely. In what was one of the most exciting …

Junior quarterback Olin Weinand, left, senior Conrad Droby and senior Tucker Brock execute a fake reverse play on third down during a 17-0 win over Crandon in Eagle River last Friday.

Northland Pines seniors go out with a win in final home game

The Northland Pines varsity football team hosted the Crandon Cardinals on senior night last Friday at Northland Pines High School, and the 18 seniors on the roster went out with a 17-0 win in the …

Ted & Pat married two days after Christmas 1947 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Janesville.

Fritsch: Tackled by fate

In 1945, Dad had an injury to his knee, and of course you go to the hospital, and you get it taken care of. He had an X-ray done,” explained Ted Fritsch’s son, Tom. “In 1946, he had that …

Sno-Eagles seeking volunteers for snomo trail brushing Oct. 17

The Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club is planning a volunteer trail brushing session for Saturday, Oct. 17, to get trails ready for the upcoming snowmobile season. Volunteers are asked to gather at 8 …

Located along Highway 45 South in Eagle River, Prime Choice Meat Market is a local partner in the DNR's Deer Donation Program.

Deer Donation Program aims to help fight food insecurity

With archery seasons already underway and the gun deer season on the horizon, the Wisconsin DNR encourages hunters and meat processors to participate in the DNR’s Deer Donation Program this year. …

Post-game interview: Northland Pines head coach Justin Nimsgern

VIDEO: Northland Pines Head Coach Justin Nimsgern talks a big defensive game and senior night after the Eagles beat Crandon 17-0 on Friday night.

News

Rezoning request on Morey Road prompts petition, public hearing

Property owners in the Town of Lincoln are concerned about a rezoning request that has been submitted to Vilas County and have gathered signatures on a petition to deny the change. A public …

Oneida road construction projects set to conclude soon

A number of road constructions projects in Oneida County were scheduled to wrap up last week. In …
Boulder Junction looks to expand Winter Park offerings

BOULDER JUNCTION — Following a season of record attendance and significant economic impact, Boulder …
League to discuss ballot amendments

The League of Women Voters of the Northwoods will host a community conversation Thursday, Oct. 8, to help …
Three Lakes to celebrate 33rd annual Pumpkin Fest

The Three Lakes Fire Department Auxiliary will host its 33rd annual Pumpkin Fest Saturday, Oct. 10, from …

Low water levels continue across North

Water levels in area lakes and reservoirs are expected to continue declining as ongoing drought …
Ethics, election complaint filed against Vilas board chairman

An area resident has filed an ethics complaint against the chairman of the Vilas Board of …
Public comment deadline on Roadless Rule rescission extended until Oct. 6

The public comment period for the proposed repeal of the 2001 Roadless Rule has been extended to …

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Headwaters Council for the Performing Arts will present Ikons of Rock, a Las Vegas-inspired classic rock ’n’ roll experience, Saturday, Oct. 10, at Northland Pines High School in Eagle River. —Contributed Photo

HCPA to bring rock ’n’ roll to Eagle River

Events Calendar

SIP AND SHOP — Thousands of visitors turned out for the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce's 46th annual Cranberry Fest in Eagle River last weekend. The fairgrounds held hundreds of craft vendors, specialty food items, cranberry-themed treats and beverages and more. —Staff Photos By MICHELLE DREW. Above: A group of gals seek the perfect scent of handmade goat's milk soaps.

Photos: Cranberry Fest

HOCO IN THREE LAKES — Three Lakes School District celebrated a week of school spirit for Homecoming with friendly competitions, a pep rally, parade, football game and dance. —Photos By Jennifer West. Above: The senior class proudly exhibit the Spirit Stick they won during the pep rally on Friday.

Photos: Three Lakes Homecoming

The Three Lakes Fire Department Auxiliary’s popular bakery table featured an assortment of homemade pies and other baked goods at last year’s Pumpkin Fest. —Staff Photo By MICHELLE DREW

Pumpkin Fest returns Oct. 10

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Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Northland Pines senior soccer player and captain Ryan Rydeski keeps himself busy by playing three sports throughout the school year while also focusing on his other hobbies. When he’s not …

Bluejays end week tied up in soccer action

The Three Lakes-Phelps boys varsity soccer team ended a busy period last week after tying up time with ten games played during the past three weeks. Ironically, the last three matches have literally …

Eagles make it 15 in a row with two road wins

The Northland Pines varsity boys’ soccer team continued its undefeated season last week after the team opened a four-game road trip with wins at Great Northern Conference opponents Medford and …

Eagles show out on Pink Night

Some nights are just different. Pink Night for the Northland Pines varsity volleyball team not only ended in a 3-0 win over Great Northern Conference rival Rhinelander High School, but what looked …

Kate Koshuta and Ava Muetlein each go for a play on the ball against Florence.

Bluejays are winners of 16 of their last 17 matches

It has been a storied season so far for the Three Lakes varsity volleyball team, which has now won 16 of its last 17 matches after snatching nonconference and conference victories over Lena and …

Quarterback Sam Koshuta sprints 37 yards for his second touchdown of the 48-0 win against Elcho-White Lake.

Bluejays delight homecoming crowd with 48-0 win

In the last regular-season home game of the year, the Three Lakes-Phelps varsity football team joined homecoming week celebrations by defeating the Wolverines of Elcho-White Lake 48-0 in the Nest at …

Senior Tyler Vojta kicks an extra point during the 45-6 win against Clintonville last Friday in Eagle River.

Eagles set tone early in 45-6 victory over Clintonville

The Northland Pines varsity football team bounced back from a road loss to Crivitz in week six with a dominating 45-6 win over the Clintonville Truckers at home last Friday night in Eagle River. The …

Local teams open week strong as end of regular season nears

With about two weeks left in the regular season for local fall sports teams, wins highlighted the early-week schedule for many as teams continue to strengthen their resumes ahead of the seeding …

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senior spotlight

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Xavier Gaffny is one of the returning starters for the Northland Pines varsity football team this season. As he enters his senior season in both football and track and field, Gaffny hopes to finish …

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Tucker Brock is one of many senior leaders on an upperclassmen-led Northland Pines varsity football team this season. Brock can be seen this upcoming season carrying the rock out of the backfield and …

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

The Senior Spotlight series will highlight the senior athletes in the area around the communities of Eagle River, Three Lakes, and Phelps. This week, Mia Tulowitzky of the Northland Pines girls …

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Sideline Scoop

Twelve former Packers nominated for 2026 Pro Football HOF

The 128 nominations for the 2026 Pro Hall of Fame were announced last week, which included 12 former Green Bay Packer players. Nominees include receivers Donald Driver and Jordy Nelson, …

Staying in touch with the Windigo

It’s that time of the year again when hockey teams in the North American Hockey League (NAHL) hit the ice for a regular season that will run into April. Normally, I’d be all set with …

Packers completely dismantle the Lions

The Green Bay Packers opened the new NFL season with a dominant 27-13 win over the visiting Detroit Lions last Sunday. It really wasn’t a question of whether Green Bay was going to win, as they …

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Fritsch: The Packers’ expensive experiment

Ted Fritsch with Packers Head Coach Curly Lambeau

Fritsch: A three-way deal

“Individual accountability” needed for Packers to bounce back

Fritsch: Walking off the roost

Struggling through pain, Fritsch still landed first in rushing, second in scoring and first in kickoff returns for the 1945 Packers team.

Fritsch: An asset to the team

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Marien earns Angler of the Year title in Northern Division series

Harmon Marien, a graduate of Northland Pines High School, has secured the title of Angler of the Year in the Northern Division. Here, Marien is shown celebrating his first-ever top-three finish on the Potomac River in Marbury, Maryland.

Eagle River’s Harmon Marien has won Angler of the Year in the Northern Division of the Major League Fishing Toyota Series. This award is based on regular-season points standings across the …

Youth anglers encouraged to participate in Sugar Camp Muskie Classic Sept. 12

Anglers are invited to sign up for the upcoming Sugar Camp Muskie Classic, a one-day catch and release fishing tournament that aims to promote youth participation in the sport of muskie fishing. …

Bonus antlerless tags on sale now

Bonus antlerless harvest authorizations for the 2026 gun deer season are available for purchase online through the Wisconsin DNR’s Go Wild license portal and at license sales locations. …

Public invited to take part in free bog investigation Sugar Camp

Northwoods Land Trust will host a bog investigation at Tower Nibiiwan Conservation Area in Sugar Camp Wednesday, Aug. 12 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The event will start at the access point near the …

Northwoods Alliance, Ottawa forest to host land conservation meeting

With the approaching completion of the 1,300-acre Border Lakes Forest Legacy project in the town of Land O’ Lakes, Northwoods Alliance invites the public to an informative program citing project …

Free fishing seminars offered for area youth

Free fishing seminars for children ages 5 to 13 will be held Saturday, July 25, and Saturday, Aug. 15, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. Members of Headwaters Chapter 12 of …

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In the Outdoors

The reason left behind

Leaves are collecting along the edges of old trails. Ferns that stood waist high a month ago are folding toward the ground. The mornings smell different, the sunlight comes through the trees at a …