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Letter to the editor: League of Women voters
Dear Editor: The League of Women Voters Wisconsin Rapids Area wants to remind you about getting ready to vote on Election Day, June 5. You must be registered to vote…. Read more
Letter: Walleye Days a smashing success
Greetings to our valued sponsors. The 32nd annual Nekoosa Walleye Days was a huge success. Without your continued support we couldn’t do what we do year after year. The early… Read more
Letter: Use specifics when boasting about WR school district
Congratulations to the three school board candidates that won re-election. The job you won is difficult and probably thankless. I know you will do your best to improve the education… Read more
Letter: School Board decision hurt many local businesses
In 1999, I started Raider Classic Cheer and Dance Competition at Lincoln High School (LHS). Over the years it grew into one of the biggest competitions in the state with… Read more
Letter: Don’t change Edgewater Haven
My name is Robert M. Cleworth Sr. I taught in the Wisconsin Rapids schools for 32 years. I was recently ill with a fungal infection that put me out of… Read more
Letter: Fireworks organizers say goodbye
It is with heavy hearts that we must say goodbye. We’d like to take this time to thank all the citizens of Wisconsin Rapids and surrounding communities who have shown… Read more
Letter: Special cheer group needs help
I am writing this letter to you on behalf of the Wisconsin Extreme Dream Team. Wisconsin Extreme is in the process of obtaining a non-profit status and provide competition instruction… Read more
Letter: Betty Boop film fest wants you
We are pleased to announce the third annual Grim Natwick Animation Film Fest will take place June 22 to June 24, at McMillan Memorial Library, Wisconsin Rapids. Filmmakers and aspiring… Read more
Letter: Vruwink has a proven history of success
In January, I was pleased to introduce Zach Vruwink at his mayoral campaign kickoff. I very seldom get involved politically, but I think Wisconsin Rapids is in need of new… Read more
Letter: Helpful, thoughtful: Zach Vruwink for mayor
I have bought a number of computers from Zach. In fact I bought one when he first opened his shop when he was 15 years old. I can easily say… Read more
Letter: Thoughtful and energetic: Vote Zach Vruwink for mayor
Wisconsin Rapids is a very nice little city and it could be even more compelling with some renewed vitality and liveliness. Zach Vruwink, a native, is clearly concerned about the… Read more
Letter: What was real motivation for canceling forum?
A Candid forum for Wisconsin Rapids School Board candidates was scheduled for Thursday, March 15 to be held at McMillan Memorial Library auditorium at 7 p.m. It was to be… Read more
Letter: Zach Vruwink brings energy and ideas
I am writing to encourage people to vote for Zach Vruwink for mayor on April 3. I have known Zach Vruwink for more than three years, and I could not… Read more
Letter: Zach Vruwink: My vote for mayor
Zach Vruwink’s success as a businessman at such a young age speaks volumes. I know he’s a candidate we could trust to manage our city’s people, issues and priorities. Anyone… Read more
Letter: Zach Vruwink — a mayor for older and younger adults
As a recently returned Wisconsin Rapids native, I wholeheartedly urge the younger people as well as the older citizens in this community to “Back Zach” for Mayor. His energy, his… Read more
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