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Wisconsin motorists and out-of-state tourists will swarm onto highways during the Memorial Day weekend and may encounter work zones where they will need to stay alert, slow down, and not… Read more »

Join the Department of Labor for a Women Veterans Twitter Town Hall on Tuesday, May 22 at 11 a.m. Follow the Women Veterans Twitter Town Hall using the hashtag #VetsTownHall… Read more »

Wisconsin is the sixth bicycle friendliest state in the nation and second in the Midwest according to a study released today. The state’s ranking, by the League of American Bicyclists,… Read more »

Due to rain missing the VOICE’s readership area, the Department of Natural Resources has listed fire danger as high, therefore suspending all burning permits. According to the Wood County Dispatch… Read more »

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2534 will be hosting the first annual “Proud to be a Veteran” State Veterans Reunion on May 26. The information fair and community picnic… Read more »

Riverview Hospital Auxiliary is offering two $1,000 scholarships to non-traditional students who are pursuing a degree in a hospital-related career. Applicants must be 21 or older and have residency within… Read more »

With a major election set for June 5, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is reminding citizens that state law prohibits the placement of any type of sign – including political,… Read more »

You likely will see more law enforcement officers on patrol—both day and night—beginning May 21 through June 3 for the annual Click It or Ticket safety belt enforcement mobilization. Nearly… Read more »

City of Wisconsin Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is registering participants for Youth Soccer. Any child age three to seven years of age is eligible to participate. Registration must be… Read more »

City of Wisconsin Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is registering participants for Dodgeball. Any child age ten to 17 years of age is eligible to participate. Registration must be completed… Read more »

City of Wisconsin Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is registering participants for Hip Hop. Any child seven to 13 years of age is eligible to participate. Registration must be completed… Read more »

City of Wisconsin Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is registering participants of various ages for gymnastics. Registration is open for Tumble Bugs. Any child age two to four years of… Read more »

Recreational and avid golfers everywhere are gearing up for the Mid-State Technical College (MSTC) Foundation 25th annual golf tournament at Lake Arrowhead Pines Course on June 13. A registration fee… Read more »

Mid-State Technical College’s Barber and Cosmetology students and hair professionals from all over the Midwest were buzzing Monday night over a visit and lessons from one of the best in… Read more »

Riverview Hospital Auxiliary honored the recipients of its two traditional scholarships at the group’s spring membership luncheon at Lake Aire Supper Club on May 10. The scholarship recipients are Abigail… Read more »