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OFHS to screen documentary on suicide prevention

The documentary “My Ascension” will be screened Oct. 26 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Oconto Falls High School, 210 N. Farm Road, Oconto Falls.

“My Ascension” chronicles the story of 16-year-old Dutchtown High School varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit, who was paralyzed by a suicide attempt. This propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience to help others find hope and stay alive. The film itself will be shown at 6:15 p.m.

Juonis ministering at Hillside Assembly

Evangelists Bill and Beth Juoni, of Fresh Fire Ministries from Whitewater, will be ministering at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at Hillside Assembly of God Church, 5890 State Highway 22.

Fresh Fire Ministries is a husband-and-wife evangelistic team committed to ministering to people, believing Jesus is the answer to life and life’s needs.

Class to train literacy tutors

The Marinette and Oconto Counties Literacy Council is hosting a class to become a literacy tutor.

The class takes place from 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Oct. 21 at Farnsworth Library, 715 Main St. Oconto. Tutors are currently needed in Oconto, Coleman and Crivitz.

For information or to sign up, call or text 920-373-1035.

Sacred Heart students greet church-goers

What's Happening Oct. 2-11

FRIDAY, OCT. 2

SURING: Brat/Burger Fry, 9 a.m. until brats are gone, Suring Area Library Parking Lot, 604 Main St. Hosted by Suring Area Historical Society to support museum project. Last of the season.

OCONTO: Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Farnsworth Public Library, 715 Main St. Story and crafts for preschool children. A caregiver must stay with the child.

Sustainable living not a one-size-fits-all

Rachel Pyne, owner of Raising Pynes, is a homesteading mom of three, surrounding herself with chickens and garden beds.

Opening her store more than two years ago June 4, 2024, she is intent on bringing her knowledge to the Shawano area.

“I want to help others to grow confident and more self-reliant on our life’s journey,” Pyne said. “And it’s not a one-size-fits-all.”

Two area schools part of Center Stage program

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced a record-setting year as the Center Stage High School Musical Theater Program enters its 11th season.

The program, which celebrates and supports the achievements and development of theater programs, leaders and performers across Northeast Wisconsin, will feature 40 participating schools during the 2026-27 season, including Shawano Community High School and Pulaski High School.

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