Sports 7 July 2025

Local athletes earn gold at Badger State Games

Athletes from Shawano, Tigerton and Gillett were among those competing and winning at the Badger State Games, held June 21 in Marathon City. Andre Peterson, who will be a freshman at Shawano Community High School in the fall, won first place in the triple jump and set three new personal records. Competing against other 13- and 14-year-olds, he had a new PR and won the gold in the triple jump at 35 feet, 4 inches. Peterson also had PRs when he pla
Community 7 July 2025
Wabeno hosting art, music festival
Wabeno Art and Music Fest returns to the Northwoods on July 19 at the downtown bandshell in Wabeno. The festival will feature live music and performances by local and regional musicians beginning at 11 a.m. through the evening headliner, Adam Trask, at 8 p.m. There student art show will be in the Legion Hall from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for viewing art from middle and high school students from Laona and Wabeno.
Kathleen Marsh 7 July 2025
Tourism helps economy, but wreaks havoc on nature
If you’ve ever vacationed in northern Oconto County, you know we are blessed with an abundance of pristine natural resources, excellent restaurants, great places to shop and lots of entertaining things to do. That draws thousands of out-of-town guests from Memorial Day to deer season who come to enjoy what we get to experience every day.
Melinda Myers 7 July 2025
Extreme heat provides challenges to gardeners
The recent heat wave that swept across much of the country is a good reminder to take extra care of our plants and ourselves as temperatures climb. Extreme temperatures can take their toll even on plants normally suited to the growing conditions. Many plants suffer when short- or long-term temperatures exceed 86 degrees Fahrenheir. You will see withering, leaf and flower drop, stunting and more on heat stressed plants.
Ryan Winn 7 July 2025
There’s more behind stories of people’s lives
If asked to share stories about someone you idolize, which would you tell? Some people would speak about a performer who captivates an audience. Others would highlight an athlete who rises to a challenge. Some might discuss a politician who champions legislation that makes life better for their constituents.
Obituaries 7 July 2025
Vernon V. Miller
Vernon V. Miller, 81, of Gillett, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025. Vern was born Oct. 17, 1943, to the late Bernhard and Agnes (Dumke) Miller in the family house in Gillett. He lived on his property his entire life. Vern married Sandra Zittlow on Sept. 21, 1968, and together they raised four daughters. For many years, Vern worked as a painter. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Obituaries 7 July 2025
Rosemary ‘Rosie’ Young
Rosemary “Rosie” Young, 82, Shawano, died Thursday morning, July 3, 2025, at home. She was born May 13, 1943, in Oconto Falls to Ervin and Stella (Smits) Heaney. Rosemary attended Degantown Grade School and graduated Oconto Falls High School with the class of 1961. Following graduation, she worked at the shoe factory in Pulaski. In April of 1964, she enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served during the Vietnam War.
Obituaries 7 July 2025
Daniel ‘Buster’ Young
True to form, Daniel “Buster” Young pulled one final Irish goodbye — passing peacefully in his sleep on July 1, 2025. He left this world in classic Buster fashion, quietly, quickly and on his own terms. Daniel was born in Oconto Falls to Donald and Elizabeth (Betty) Young, and graduated with the Oconto Falls High School class of 1971. Buster had a deep love for the great outdoors.
Obituaries 7 July 2025
Lois A. Elbe
Lois A. Elbe, 95, of Green Bay, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025, at Woodside Manor in Green Bay. Lois was born Sept. 26, 1929, to the late Emil and Selma Kobs. She graduated from Gillett High School. She married Harold Elbe on Oct. 25, 1958. He preceded her in death on Nov. 19, 2010. Lois had fond memories of her time working at Wisconsin Bell as a phone operator. She enjoyed time on Shawano Lake with Harold.
Obituaries 7 July 2025
Anne J. Erdman
Anne J. Erdman, 87, of Marion, passed away peacefully at Greentree Health & Rehabilitation Center, Clintonville, on July 2, 2025. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Marion, is assisting the family.
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