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Relay for Life continues cancer fight at SCHS

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Shawano-Menominee will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 6 at Shawano Community High School, 220 County Road B, Shawano. Hundreds of volunteers and participants at this community event will celebrate cancer survivors, remember those lost to the disease and take action to fight against cancer. The opening ceremony, which includes a special survivors and caregivers lap, will begin at 9 a.m.
Dinner to benefit Lakes Country Public Library
The third annual Lakes Country Public Library Fundraiser Dinner is scheduled for April 27. The event will be held at the McCauslin Brook Golf Course Country Club off County Road F, 17067 Club House Lane, Lakewood. The theme for this year’s dinner is Book It. Basket and 50/50 raffle tickets will be sold during the social hour, which begins at 5 p.m.
State’s technical college president plans to retire
Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) President Morna Foy has announced her plans to retire later this year. “It’s been my honor and an absolute blast to lead such an amazing organization,” Foy said. “I want to thank the WTCS Board for their trust and support.
Meeting allows visitors to climb aboard train history
The Suring Area Historical Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. March 19 in the meeting room at the Suring Area Public Library, 604 Main St., Suring. The speaker for the evening will be a representative from the National Railroad Museum in Green Bay, who will be talking about railroading history.
Man gets 2 years for sexual contact with teen
A Neopit man was sentenced March 4 in federal court to two years in prison for having sexual contact with a 16-year-old girl. According to court documents, the girl told Menominee Tribal Police on Feb. 11, 2023, that she and a granddaughter of Brian J.
Doctors urge those 45 and older to get regular colon cancer screenings
With March being Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Prevea Health and HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital remind everyone 45 and older to receive regular screenings. Colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death in men and the second leading cause of cancer death for women under the age of 50, according to the American Cancer Society’s annual cancer statistics report.
GUEST COLUMN: Assembly bill to help with school threats
In April 2016, our area experienced an incident that hit very close to home. During Antigo High School’s annual prom celebration, a former student shot two students as they were exiting the dance.
LETTER: Vote ‘no’ on election amendments April 2
To the editor: Voting is a fundamental right. However, the Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature has proposed two constitutional amendments that show a lack of concern for voters and our hard-working local election administrators.
Aspirus gynecologist: Women don’t have to live with chronic pelvic pain
Endometriosis is a prevalent but often misunderstood condition that affects millions of women worldwide. It is characterized by the presence of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, leading to a range of symptoms and challenges for those affected. In honor of Endometriosis Awareness Month, Dr.
Drug suspects arrested outside Menominee Casino Resort
At least two people are in custody after Menominee Tribal Police officers responded to the Menominee Casino Resort on March 1 for a report of suspicious activity potentially involving illegal drugs. According to a statement from tribal police, upon arrival, tribal officers and a Menominee County deputy located the involved parties in the casino parking lot and took them into custody. The Menominee Tribal K-9 Unit was called in, and K-9 officer Ro
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