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Shawano wrestlers successful at Shiocton

Shawano’s boys enjoyed a successful tournament at Shiocton on Jan.
Antigo hockey team downs Milton in overtime
Eli Kassler scored the winning goal in overtime to help Antigo defeat Milton 5-4 on Jan. 6. However, before then, Owen Dickman scored all four goals for Antigo. Milton started the game with a 2-0 lead in the first period. Dickman scored his first goal at 2:41 in the second period with assists from Kassler and Parker Paff.
Summer concert lineup announced
The Oconto Falls Area Chamber of Commerce has rolled out the lineup for its annual Music by the River Sunset Concert Series, which has become a staple of the summer season. The monthly series brings regional bands into town to perform from 6-9 p.m. at East Side Beach. Residents and visitors are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and enjoy a free concert as the sun sets over the Oconto River.
Primary election planned for District 22 seat
Most of the potential vacancies on the Shawano County Board now have candidates, and one district will even have a primary election due to three people seeking the post. District 22 voters will go to the polls Feb. 20 to narrow the list of candidates from three to two. The candidates are Jerry Ahlers, Anne L. Smith and R.
Panel moves forward with plans to separate from airport
The Shawano County Public Property Committee on Jan. 4 took another step forward in separating the county from the Shawano Municipal Airport. An updated memorandum of understanding between the county and the city of Shawano was approved and forwarded to the executive committee for consideration. Currently, the city and county equally share some operating costs and capital improvement costs. When the separation becomes effective Jan.
Local breeder wins top honors
Three dogs raised by Ri Lee Kennels of Oconto Falls placed high among the 5,756 canines entered in the AKC National Championship Dec. 15-17 in Orlando, Florida. Local breeder owner handler Nikkie Kinziger-Francois of Ri Lee Kennels and GCH Ri Lee’s Diamond of Faith, better known as Ivy, finished as the No. 1 owner-handled Tibetan Terrier in the National Owner Handler Series (NOHS).
Wittenberg tower building in need of major repairs
Four 911 communications towers and the Work Release Center in Shawano County were the items featured in the latest Facilities Condition Assessment completed by Somerville Architects and Engineers. The report was reviewed by the Shawano County Public Property Committee on Jan. 4. Jim Davel, county administrative coordinator, said three of the four towers are in decent shape. He said the Bonduel tower and housing unit are in the best shape.
BOYS BASKETBALL: Bonduel, Gillett score commanding victories
Bonduel Bonduel’s 5-0 record in the Central Wisconsin East Conference puts them in sole possession of first place, thanks to a 62-47 win over Shiocton. Freshman Quinn Wesenberg made five 3-pointers to lead the Bears, 10-1 overall, with 23 points. Ryan Westrich added 12 points, while seven other players scored as well. Bonduel controlled the game, leading 38-28 at the half while outscoring Shiocton 24-19 after the break. Gillett vs.
GIRLS BASKETBALL: Lena girls keep up with their winning ways
Jan. 5 Gresham Gresham was never threatened by the Northeast Wisconsin Christian Homeschoolers Athletic Association (NEWCHAA), as the Wildcats won with ease, 70-20 on Jan. 5. Gresham imported to 9-3 overall. Marion Marion’s losing skid extended to a fifth game with a 41-31 loss to Tri-County. The Mustangs are 2-9 overall. Oconto Falls Oconto Falls moved ahead of Denmark in the North Eastern Conference with a 42-30 win.
Club Notes
Gillett FFA As the 2023-2024 school year kicked off, so did the hard work and dedication of being in Gillett FFA. The first chapter meeting was held for high school and middle school FFA members. Students began planning about the months ahead and started brainstorming new ways to get involved with FFA. The first event of the Year was the Fall Leadership Workshop, which took place in Seymour.
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