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Ingold charged with making threats from jail

Michael Ingold, a Shawano man facing a first-degree homicide charge who has been in the Shawano County Jail for more than 3 1/2 years, is now facing even more charges involving threats to prosecutors and law enforcement.

Wimberger comments on lawsuit against school district

State Sen. Eric Wimberger, R-Gillett, released a statement after a lawsuit was filed in federal court March 11, alleging that three students were sexually groomed and abused by teachers and coaches employed by the Oconto Falls School District.

Bay Conference will expand to 10 schools

Beginning in the 2027-28 school year, the Bay Conference will expand to 10 teams in all sports except for football.

The change was approved by the WIAA on March 10.

According to the realignment plan, Appleton West will exit the Fox Valley Association to enter the Bay Conference.

Lawsuit claims school district ignored multiple cases of sexual abuse, grooming

A federal lawsuit against the Oconto Falls School District accuses officials of ignoring and condoning sexual abuse and grooming of students by teachers and coaches over the past 20 years.

Trail advocate wins AARP statewide volunteer award

Matty Mathison has been selected to receive the 2025 AARP Wisconsin Andrus Award for Community Service.

AARP Wisconsin selected Mathison for the award based on her career of service, which has benefited her community, reflected AARP’s vision and mission, and inspired others to volunteer.

Cash bond dropped in Shawano stalking case

A $50,000 cash bond for Aaron Behling was reduced during a hearing March 10, but it may not be enough for the suspect in a stalking case to get out of jail.

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.

Wildlife lies in wait out in the woods

Dangling my feet off the end-gate of our old white farm truck parked along our ridge, I was waiting for the wand pump to inhale the sap stored in the tote. The totes, placed at the bottom of a south-facing ridge, is the perfect set up for sap collecting and convenient to unload. It’s a hobby my husband and I enjoy. Early spring, as soon as the weather cooperates, we’re up in the woods as often as the trees release their ambrosia.

Youth hockey teams play at state tournaments

A pair of Shawano Hockey League Peewee teams and the Bantam team recently competed in state tournament games across the state.

The U12 Peewee A team went 2-1 March 7-8 at the Oshkosh YMCA.

On March 7, Shawano defeated Beaver Dam 7-4, then lost 8-1 to Marshfield. On March 8, the Hawks beat Amery 6-5.

The U12 Peewee B team had a 1-2 record March 7-8 in Rhinelander.

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