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First Class Travel recognized as an all-star

Julie Bartz of First Class Travel has announced that the agency has been recognized as an All-Star Award recipient by the Mast Travel Network, one of the nation’s leading travel agency consortia.

The award honors top-producing travel advisers who demonstrate exceptional sales performance, industry expertise and dedication to delivering outstanding travel experiences for their clients.

JDoggs in Shawano serving up more than hot dogs and burgers

Serving up more than just hot dogs and burgers, JDoggs has tucked within the restaurant a fun, family-oriented environment geared toward kids of all ages.

Offered at 136 S. Main St. in Shawano — along with various menu items — are simulated golf courses, cornhole games, Frisbee and much more.

New owners keeping Amico’s Pizzeria in Bonduel just as it is

With new owners Lauren and Jerred Laubscher in charge, there is little changed from the Amico’s Midwest Pizzeria in Bonduel that customers knew over the past 23 years.

The Laubschers continue to serve the same recipes as when Amico’s was owned by Melissa and Jason Hutter and it was named one of America’s Best Restaurants by Americasbestrestaurants.com.

The Laubschers took over the restaurant in Bonduel on July 1, 2025.

Elderberry syrup contributing to community’s good health

Tucked in the back of Mimi’s Closet and More’s vendor village is an unassuming booth that carries a very unique product, Elderberry Syrup Brew Kits.

Bonnie Cotter, of Shawano, is the owner of Bonnie’s Naturals. She began selling her special handcrafted elderberry syrup brew kits recently in her booth at 105 N. Airport Road, Shawano.

“I always am being creative on how to help other people,” Cotter said.

Animal lover finds her calling in Lakewood

Libby Rummel is not a typical teenager.

Instead of shopping, hanging out with friends, heading off to college or checking out the latest YouTube or TikTok videos, the 18-year-old spends much of her time at Northern Paws, a pet supply store she opened on her own in December in Lakewood.

Luigi’s a main fixture in Shawano for 30 years

It isn’t every day that a family-owned and run restaurant reaches the milestone of being in business for 30 years.

In Shawano, there is one such place.

Luigi’s Pizza and Pasta in Shawano celebrated its 30th anniversary on Dec. 26.

Something new is brewing in Mountain

She’s only 19 years old, but Charli Ritter has already made some big decisions in her life.

One of them included purchasing a building and opening her own business.

Three months after she first opened the doors to Mountain Ground at 13960 State Highway 32 in Mountain, Ritter is convinced she made the right move and is looking forward to a busy summer with plenty of tourists.

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