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Sparta skaters stun Raiders in OT
- 4:06pm- Obituary of Ruth L. Sparks
- 3:56pm- Marriage Licenses for Feb. 22, 2012
- 3:55pm- MSTC receives $57,000 grant
- 3:54pm- Element Mobile participates in Wisconsin-wide network optimization
- 1:39pm- MSTC to tender proposal for new Gerontology program
- 1:39pm- Element Mobile Participates in Wisconsin-wide Network Optimization Element Mobile Participates in Wisconsin-wide Network Optimization
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Court Reports: Nekoosa woman appears on multiple forgery charges
- 3:03pm- St. Luke’s celebrates 40th anniversary of pre-school curriculum Feb. 26
- 2:46pm- Obituary of Lynnette Ann Krueger
Columns and editorials
Jeff Williams
Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce beats for aspiring entrepreneurs
Nichole Starr
Help mommy, I’m sick
David Farmbrough
Drug court program is a great option
Amy Van Meter
Tech-savy students make me feel my age
Local News
Element Mobile Participates in Wisconsin-wide Network Optimization Element Mobile Participates in Wisconsin-wide Network Optimization
As a part of a mandated network update to improve nationwide cellular phone service, Element Mobile’s customers are part of a network system optimization taking place this week. The optimization,… Read more
Obesity grant money paying dividends at local schools
The Wisconsin Rapids School Board had an opportunity to see the results of a obesity grant during the Feb. 13 board meeting. DaNita Carlson, health educator for Wood County and… Read more
Business Profile: Cranberry Creek’s new location suits the decor shop
Combining an interest with a business venture, Jodi Ellious was able to offer an alternative venue that sold home decor by opening Cranberry Creek Re-Sale Shop a year and a… Read more
Business
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Business Profile: Cranberry Creek’s new location suits the decor shop

Combining an interest with a business venture, Jodi Ellious was able to offer an alternative venue that sold home decor by opening Cranberry Creek Re-Sale Shop a year and a… Read more
- Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce beats for aspiring entrepreneurs
- Explore the world of international investments
- New restaurant brings the best of catering to Eatery
Columns and Editorial
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Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce beats for aspiring entrepreneurs

I’m not a cardiologist. Thanks to a few of my grade-school science teachers, however, I retained enough knowledge through the years to know the heart is more than just a… Read more
- Help mommy, I'm sick
- Cover crops for home gardens
- Lessig: Espaliered fruit trees can be expressive
Entertainment
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Dramatic ‘Proof’ hits home with warmth and emotions
While getting ready to play Harold in the upcoming Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre production of “Proof,” James Malouf had to learn more than his lines. His character is a brilliant… Read more
- Love on display at Cultural Center
- WRCT brings Pulitzer Prize-winning play to life
- LHS production brings obnoxious 1930s to life
News Briefs
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MSTC receives $57,000 grant
Mid-State Technical College recently received notice from Great Lakes Higher Education Guaranty Corporation of a $57,000 grant award for the Pre-College Preparation Program. The collaborative project between Mid-State and the… Read more
- Element Mobile participates in Wisconsin-wide network optimization
- MSTC to tender proposal for new Gerontology program
- St. Luke's celebrates 40th anniversary of pre-school curriculum Feb. 26
Obituaries
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Obituary of Ruth L. Sparks
Ruth L. Sparks, 72, 2621 10th Street So., Wisconsin Rapids, died Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at Riverview Medical Center. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday,… Read more
- Obituary of Lynnette Ann Krueger
- Obituary of Richard “Dick” Roth
- Obituary of Doris L. Hesterman
Records
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Marriage Licenses for Feb. 22, 2012
Adrain ANTILL of Wisconsin Rapids and Karen INGERSOL of Wisconsin Rapids were issued a marriage license on Feb. 21. The wedding will take place sometime in 2012.
- Court Reports: Nekoosa woman appears on multiple forgery charges
- Police reports: Woman calls officers to defend sister
- Police Reports: Woman reports theft of delivery box
Schools
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Obesity grant money paying dividends at local schools

The Wisconsin Rapids School Board had an opportunity to see the results of a obesity grant during the Feb. 13 board meeting. DaNita Carlson, health educator for Wood County and… Read more
- WRPS technology measures up
- Committee recommends to clarify rental policies
- Sportainment brings out families, helps for worldwide cause
Sports
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Sparta skaters stun Raiders in OT

By John Kozlowicz For The VOICE Sparta forward Erik Burdick’s goal, nearly 90 seconds into overtime, capped a furious rally as the Vipers defeated the Wisconsin Rapids Red Raiders, 5-4,… Read more
- Raiders take late lead for regional win over Avalanche
- Port boys rout Menominee
- Raiders breeze through regionals, punch ticket to state


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