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Meyers share story of ‘Faithfulness Fulfilled’

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 4:04pm

Becoming an author grew from the sorrow and grief that James Meyer of Shawano experienced when his parents died within 18 months of each other.

His journey of writing and publishing “God Knew: Revelations of God’s Grace in Unexpected Ways” in 2015 brought him comfort from his sorrow and provided a way to offer solace, guidance and support to others who were also mourning the loss of loved ones.

A Harris Poll indicates that 36% of Americans don’t feel like celebrating the holidays due to grief or loss.

WIEDC hires Wayka as tribal HR consultant

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 2:10pm

Kaycee Wayka has been hired as the tribal human resources consultant with the Wisconsin Indigenous Economic Development Corporation (WIEDC), announced Jennifer Peters, the organization’s CEO.

“I am pleased to announce that Kaycee has joined WIEDC as our tribal HR consultant,” Peters said. “Kaycee’s background and experience in Wisconsin’s Native communities align with our goal to provide needed services to ensure Native organizations are building their capacity and sustainability.”

Townsend Fire Department auxiliary changes name

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 2:08pm

The Townsend Firemen’s Wives was originally established as an auxiliary organization to provide financial support for the Townsend Volunteer Fire Department.

For decades, this group of devoted members played an outsized roll in bolstering firefighting capabilities. However, TFW recently embraced the idea that all community members, not just firefighters’ families, should be included.

Local real estate agent awarded for achievement

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 2:06pm

EXIT Realty’s corporate head office recently recognized the achievement of its champions during a awards ceremony at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, California. The ceremony was a highlight of the company’s annual convention presided over by EXIT Realty Corp. International founder and Chairman Steve Morris, and Co-Chair Tami Bonnell.

Rehearsals underway for Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein’

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 2:04pm

Rehearsals for the second offering of the Machickanee Players’ 40th season, Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein,” are proceeding. The play, an original script by Greg “Captain” Holbus, deals with themes of alienation, abandonment and becoming how others perceive you.

‘Mary Shelley’s novel is, in my opinion, one of the greatest pieces of literature ever written,” Holbus said. “I’ve seen a lot of adaptations on television and film, but none have been faithful to the novel. I felt that it was important to produce a version of the story as close to the original as possible.

‘Oklahoma’ auditions will be Dec. 26-27 in Abrams

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 2:02pm

Abrams Spotlight Productions Inc. (ASPI) will hold auditions Dec. 26-27 for its spring musical, “Oklahoma!” to be presented March 14-17 and 21-24.

The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical tells the love story of Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a beautiful farm girl. This musical, directed by Ali Carlson, calls for a cast of 20 actors, age 12 and older. No stage experience is necessary to try out.

Individuals will have two opportunities to audition: 6-8:30 p.m. Dec. 26 or Dec. 27 at the Nancy Byng Community Theater, 5852 Maple St., Abrams.

Sacred Heart Student Council having an active year

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 2:00pm

Sacred Heart Catholic School Student Council members hosted December’s Hospitality Weekend for Sacred Heart Parish the weekend of Dec. 2-3.

Members were asked to volunteer to get in front of the congregation at each Mass and share information about the Student Council, such as what this opportunity offers them, events they’ve sponsored, activities they have organized, fundraisers they have led, service work the group has completed, and what things they have coming up.

After Mass, student council members handed out treats they had made.

Prevea welcomes family nurse practitioner

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 1:57pm

Prevea Health welcomes Krista Radish to the team of primary care physicians and providers at HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital Prevea Oconto Falls Health Center.

As a family nurse practitioner, Radish specializes in routine care for adults and children, yearly and sports physicals, well-child exams, women’s care, chronic disease management, medication management and minor office procedures.

She earned a master of science in nursing from Concordia University and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Former state rep honored by farm bureau

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 1:54pm

Former state Rep. Gary Tauchen received the Distinguished Service to Wisconsin Agriculture award for his outstanding contributions to Wisconsin’s agriculture industry during the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s 104th Annual Meeting in Wisconsin Dells on Dec. 3.

Tauchen’s dedication to serving Wisconsin agriculture has been a theme for the entirety of his life. He earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from UW-River Falls and went on to found Tauchen’s Harmony Valley Farm near Bonduel in 1976 with his father, brother and nephew.

Salvation Army of Oconto County in need of bell ringers

Published by admin on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 1:52pm

The Salvation Army of Oconto County is in need of volunteers to ring bells during the Red Kettle Campaign now through Dec. 23. Bell ringers are needed at Thompson’s County Market in Oconto Monday through Saturday during the season.

Donations made in Oconto County stay in the community to help families in need with financial assistance such as rent, utility bills, transportation needs, medical bills, etc. Individuals meet with a representative of the Salvation Army to discuss their options.