Wausau Pilot and Review · Oneida, WI
By Avery Martinez– Wisconsin Public Radio Some in rural Wisconsin communities say a plan to cut landline telephone service on or after Nov. 16 could leave thousands of Wisconsinites disconnected. The planned change comes as part of a push to modernize Verizon’s communication network, according to the company. Statewide, Verizon estimates 3,500 addresses — both commercial and residential — could be affected by the closing of the copper lines. The final impact analysis hasn’t been completed. In Oneida County, that could leave upwards of 200 people in the Northwoods without access to the outside world, according to Tony Pharo, the Oneida County Economic Development Director. “This has become an emergency situation,” Pharo said. Pharo said his office has fielded calls from multiple neighboring counties, from residents and out-of-area families, saying they need their landlines — because in some parts of the Northwoods, internet and cell service are nonexistent.
Wausau Pilot and Review · Green Bay, WI
Nearby: Green Bay, WIUSA TODAY NETWORK Rarely does Matt LaFleur go out of his way to amplify the importance of any one game, but even the Green Bay Packers coach had to admit: Sunday’s visit from the Minnesota Vikings is a “very important game” for his team. The Packers have won five of six games but sit in last place in the rough-and-tough NFC North, and a third division loss — after previously losing in Minnesota and Detroit — could be catastrophic to Green Bay’s division title hopes. Want to host a playoff game at Lambeau Field in January? The Packers better go beat the visiting Vikings on Sunday. Five things to watch and a prediction for Sunday’s NFC North showdown in Green Bay: 1. Kirko Chains The whole dynamic of the matchup shifted on Tuesday, when the Vikings — who suffered through a miserable quarterbacking performance from backup Carson Wentz on Monday night — swung a trade for veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins at the deadline.
Church News · Green Bay, WI
Nearby: Green Bay, WIThis week on social media, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints posted about the importance of recognizing the worth of each individual soul and making efforts to be unified within quorums and classes as well as outside of the Church. On Nov. 8, President Dallin H. Oaks posted his gratitude that social media allows him to speak to encourage, guide and remind viewers of truth. In his social media post, he reminded them that even in times of trial, joy and peace are possible through Christ. “You have a Heavenly Father who has provided a plan for you. Trust in Him. With His help, you can find peace despite the trials and obstacles of mortality.” President Oaks reminds social media followers ‘Jesus Christ is the way to joy and peace’ President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, acting president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, recalled feelings of unity in Germany when the Berlin Wall fell in 1989. In his social media post on Nov.
The Journal Times · Green Bay, WI
Nearby: Green Bay, WIA new-look offense, a solid returner and turnovers are among the storylines heading into Sunday. Here's what to watch for from Green Bay's upcoming home game.
Snowmass Village Sun · Green Bay, WI
Nearby: Green Bay, WIHere we are halfway through November — the temperatures are still in the 50s, and there is more sun than clouds. Everyone is enjoying the extended fall weather, but there is also some concern about the lack of snow and the continuing warm days and nights. Rightfully so. Like so many other valley residents, I have been on the road for much of the fall season. Usually, the first thing I do when I wake up in the mornings when I’m gone is to go online and check out the mountain cams (aspensnowmass.com/four-mountains/mountain-cams) to see what’s going on with the weather back home. I love the views from all the roundshot panoramic cams, but I am most partial to the “Power of Four” streaming images that take me on a trip from Aspen Mountain to the east, all the way across to the twin-peaks of Mount Sopris. Right now, other than the very tops of the mountains that have whitecaps on them, things are looking pretty dry around the valley.
Tri-County News · New Holstein, WI
Nearby: New Holstein, WINew Holstein High School’s Advanced Placement U.S. History students recently had a field trip along with teacher Jordan Ollhoff to Henschel’s Indian Museum and Trout Farm near Elkhart Lake. × Post a comment as anonymous × Report × Stop watching this discussion. (0) comments Welcome to the discussion. Log In Thank you for taking part in our commenting section. We want this platform to be a safe and inclusive community where you can freely share ideas and opinions. Comments that are racist, hateful, sexist or attack others won’t be allowed. Just keep it clean. Do these things or you could be banned: • Don’t name-call and attack other commenters. If you’d be in hot water for saying it in public, then don’t say it here. • Don’t spam us. • Don’t attack our journalists. Let’s make this a platform that is educational, enjoyable and insightful. Email questions to [email protected]. Post a comment Stop watching this discussion.
Tri-County News · New Holstein, WI
Nearby: New Holstein, WINew Holstein’s Common Council approved the purchase of new furniture for the New Holstein Fire Station during its October Committee of the Whole and Common Council meetings.Fire Chief Craig Carey told alderpersons and city officials that the current tables and chairs at the Fire Station are 25 years old. He said the meeting room is used a lot and that the existing tables and chairs are not designed to be stacked or moved easily.Carey said the department was looking to purchase 13 new six-foot tables and 30 new chairs at a total cost of $11,809.
Tri-County News · New Holstein, WI
Nearby: New Holstein, WIMarvin L. Gerhartz, 98, of Stockbridge, died on Nov. 9, 2026, at Willowdale Health Services in New Holstein.He was born July 18, 1928, son of the late Lewis and Ruby Gerhartz. He married Phyllis Spang on Aug. 16, 1958, and together they had two daughters, Nancy and Mary Jo.Marvin lived with a very strong faith and a love of farming. He farmed his entire life until retiring when he was 62. At that point, he continued working on a friend’s farm for 18 years, six days a week, until he turned 80. He had a passion for John Deere tractors and would talk about them endlessly. Later in life, when he had some spare time, he would putz around rebuilding old tractors.Away from the farm, Marvin was graceful and light on his feet. He loved dancing and was a heck of an ice skater. He gave back to the community he loved, volunteering on the Stockbridge Fire Department and serving on the village board. He enjoyed chopping trees, making wood for his fireplace and selling the rest.