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FREE: Oconto Falls Chamber resumes meetings -
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OCONTO FALLS — This week, the Oconto Falls Area Chamber of Commerce plans to hold its first monthly membership meeting since February.
FREE: Oconto youth fair canceled -
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For subscribers: Nick Losselyong named new Gillett football coach, replacing Jesse Witcraft -
http://newmedia-wi.com/content/losselyong-named-new-gillett-football-head-coach
For subscribers, column from Scott Reuss: Caring for spring bulb plants -
http://newmedia-wi.com/content/caring-spring-bulb-plants
FREE: HSHS hospitals relax visitation rules -
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GREEN BAY — With COVID-19 showing signs of decline in many regions of Eastern Wisconsin, HSHS hospitals have updated their visitor policies to allow more patients to safely receive visitors.
"... nothing is more important than the safety and health of every person that may join us at the Oconto County Youth Fair."
2020 OCONTO COUNTY YOUTH FAIR CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19
June 11, 2020
Dear Fair Family and Friends:
The Oconto County Youth Fair Board has been monitoring the Covid-19 situation since March. Through this time, the Board continued to stay positive and prepare for the 79th annual 2020 Oconto County Youth Fair. It is with great sadness that the Oconto County Youth Fair Board has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Youth Fair out of concern for the safety and health of the community, the general public, vendors, service groups, exhibitors, volunteers, fair staff, and all other participants. This event was to be held on August 15, 16, and 20-23, 2020 in Gillett. Due to the evolving Covid-19 pandemic and the continued uncertainty for social gatherings, as well as the financial and liability implications, the board considered all of the risks to our exhibitors, their families, our volunteers, and most importantly the public, in making this decision.
Our fair traditions and our youth are very important to us, but nothing is more important than the safety and health of every person that may join us at the Oconto County Youth Fair. That is our number one priority. While we strive to provide an entertaining and educational event for people of all ages, we must do it in a safe and secure environment.
The Oconto County Youth Fair Board has been in communication with our county health officials, the Wisconsin Association of Fairs, the CDC, insurance companies, and others in the fair industry for the most current Covid-19 information available. No one knows what the situation will be like at fair time in August. There are hurdles that would need to be cleared for sure, but the Fair Board has reached the point where we need to make a decision based on what we know today. The Fair Board is sensitive to the fact that Covid-19 has negatively impacted big moments, milestones, and experiences for those across the county and understands the cancellation of the Oconto County Youth Fair comes with great disappointment for those who plan, attend, exhibit, participate, and support it. All of our exhibitors, from Cloverbuds through those in their last year of showing, are extremely important to the success of the fair. However, the health and safety of all people associated with every aspect of the fair are our top priorities.
On behalf of the entire Oconto County Youth Fair Board, please know that the decision to cancel this year’s fair was not taken lightly. We are staying positive and looking forward to celebrating traditions and making new memories at the 2021 Oconto County Youth Fair on August 14, 15, and 19-22. Until then, stay safe, be well, and support each other. Thank you for your continued support and understanding. If you have questions or concerns, please email the Fair Board at [email protected] and the Board will review and respond at the next scheduled meeting.
Sincerely,
The 2020 Oconto County Youth Fair Board
For subscribers: Flag retirement ceremony planned June 15 -
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FREE: Summer baseball on deck for several area teams -
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FREE: Oconto Falls library remains closed for now -
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The Oconto Falls Community Library closed March 17, anticipating shutdown for two weeks. Many of you know that we are part of a large consortium of libraries across eight counties, from Appleton to Florence, Shawano to Washington Island. This involves more than 50 libraries, large and small, across....
FREE: Oconto Falls School Board reviews issues regarding fall school reopening; parent letters object to potential requirements for masks, distancing -
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OCONTO FALLS — A couple of Oconto Falls parents have expressed concern about the prospect of reopening school with students in masks and required to stay 6 feet apart from each other.
For subscribers: Oconto County election races shaping up -
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For subscribers: Years Gone By in Oconto County -
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FREE: Entertainment returns to Shawano Speedway; Anvelink, Lamberies, Michonski, Teske, Westphal earn feature wins - http://newmedia-wi.com/content/entertainment-returns-shawano-speedway
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FREE: Oconto Falls ER always open, even in COVID crisis -
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OCONTO FALLS — Heart attacks, strokes, accidents and injuries. These are just a few examples of medical emergencies that can occur at any time, in any place and to anyone – even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gillett FFA celebrates June Dairy Month
The Gillett FFA celebrated June Dairy Month by providing fresh cheese curds for the Gillett School District meal program. About 85 pounds of fresh Springside Cheese cheese curds were packaged in 3.5-ounce servings for each student. This donation was made possible by the Thrivent Action Grant and Springside Cheese. Gillett School District food service employees packing the fresh curds are, from left, Donna Prange, Janalee Jenerou, Julie Pospichal, Kristie Feffer, Joan Gruel and Maureen Wollin.
FREE: Oconto County Extension touts its COVID-19 info page -
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OCONTO — COVID-19 has upended our lives and made many common, mundane events in our lives a fond memory. No one for sure knows what each week will bring, and information is difficult to obtain from trusted resources.
Car parade celebrates Suring Class of 2020
The Suring High School Class of 2020 students were, in alphabetical order, Claire Anderson, Duncan Breed, Jaden Bubolz, Jayden Geniesse, Dominic Giuliani, Justin Hensel, Ava Hill, Ethan Hischke, Stephanie Huth, Kaiah Largo, Bryce Losurdo, Chad McVeigh, Emerald Otradovec, Sapphire Otradovec, Preston Pence, James Ponton, Kyleigh Ryan, Madelyn School, Tony Schuchardt, Dequez Sepulveda, Dalton Stewart, Logan Stuart, Jaydin Sturm, Michael Van Den Elzen and Josh Zilkoske.
FREE: Column from John Foust "Keeping an eye on government from home" -
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For subscribers: Proceedings from Oconto County Circuit Court -
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For subscribers: Incidents logged by the Oconto County Sheriff’s Department from May 28-June 4 -
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For subscribers: Suring historic society plans brat fry -
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For subscribers: Russ Young named Gillett boys basketball head coach -
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Friends of Oconto Falls Fire Department
🔴 NEW UPDATE 🔴
Friends of Oconto Falls Fire Department bucket raffles (48 buckets!) will be on display this Sunday, June 7th in front of the Antique Bar on Main Street from 10:00am-3:00pm.
$1 per ticket, 7 for $5 or 20 for $10
Need not be present to win. We will call you...
Social distancing will be in effect while shopping.
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR THE SUPPORT FOR OUR GREAT FIRE DEPARTMENT!!! 🚒🔥
Please share!
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For subscribers: Help shape deer season by joining a County Deer Advisory Council -
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FREE: WFCA All-Star Games have been canceled. Shawano's Brayden Dickelman, Gillett's Logan Block and Suring's Logan Stuart and Chad McVeigh were all set to play in the games this summer -
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For subscribers: Man dies, girl injured, in Oconto County motorcycle crash -
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Brave new world
A young family relaxes as Mother Goose grabs a bite to eat along the Splinter Causeway at Breakwater Park in Oconto on May 29.
For subscribers: Cathy Carnes column "Spring brings the birds" -
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For subscribers, from The Associated Press: Miller Park sustains 'minor damage' after break-in -
http://newmedia-wi.com/content/miller-park-sustains-minor-damage-after-break
For subscribers: New Beginnings would benefit from proposed grant; program and store would return to its Gillett roots -
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Carlson honored
Gillett Superintendent Todd Carlson, left, is honored during the May 21 school board meeting by state Rep. Jeff Mursau, who presents a citation from the state Legislature recognizing the retiring educator’s long career serving schools in the Northwoods. Carlson is retiring after six years as administrator of the Gillett School District, from which he graduated high school in 1977. Carlson spent more than half of his career in Suring, rising from an internship to superintendent before becoming top administrator in Shawano in 2007 and Gillett in 2013. Outside the classroom, he was the first Suring basketball coach to win a conference title and the first to advance to the state tournament. The proclamation recognizes Carlson’s “longstanding dedication to the education of our children and his many years of serving the Suring, Shawano and Gillett school districts as superintendent.”
FREE: ADRC, Alzheimer’s group offer educational series -
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OCONTO FALLS — The Wolf River Aging & Disabilities Resource Center and Alzheimer’s Association continue their series of educational programs this month with “Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research.”
Wildcat pride
Installation is complete on new safety film on the windows and doors of Lena Public Schools. The protective film is almost invisible from inside the school.
Dollar General construction
The exterior walls are up as construction continues on the new Dollar General store across from Lena Public Schools on Main Street. The store is expected to open later this year.
For subscribers: Incidents logged by the Oconto County Sheriff’s Department from May 22-27 -
http://newmedia-wi.com/content/oconto-county-sheriff%E2%80%99s-department-197
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How an auctioneer says hello to his friends during a parade ... Labor Day morning in Suring.
Video from the grand opening of the Oconto Falls Dog Park on Saturday, Aug. 17.
The Oconto Falls Dog Park is officially open! 7 a.m. to dusk April 1 to November 1
One of the highlights at National Night Out In Lena on Tuesday was the visit from the Eagle III rescue helicopter.
The Gillett High School Marching Band does Independence Day.
Ms. Carlson directs the Gillett High School choir during Monday’s Memorial Day ceremony.
The Class of 2019 files into the Oconto Falls High School field house Sunday afternoon.
Water crashes through the Oconto Falls dam Tuesday afternoon, April 23.
Oconto Falls High School students perform at the Avenue of Lights.
The Gillett High School marching band plays “This Is My Country” as they enter the downtown business district during the annual Fourth of July parade.
The parade goes on, rain or shine - and Gillett had a little of both Wednesday afternoon!
Gov. Scott Walker gets a welcome from Gillett Middle School students Thursday morning. The governor toured the school and touted the recently signed bill increasing aid to rural schools.
About 200 people came to the Oconto Sportsmen’s Club acreage on Saturday to watch a rehabilitated eagle return to the wild after six months at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary.
Veterans Day assembly at Oconto Falls High School on Friday: Rolling Thunder presents colors and leads the Pledge, and then the OFHS Vocal Jazz Ensemble sings the national anthem.
Oconto Falls High School marching band heads down Maple Avenue.
The Oconto Falls High School Choir sings the national anthem during Monday's Memorial Day ceremony at Woodlawn Cemetery.
St. Anthony School in Oconto Falls surprised their five teachers Friday with a limo ride to lunch in Green Bay for Teacher Appreciation Week. The Heritage Limousines ride and lunch were donated.
A K9 officer demonstration Saturday during the Karl Zeitler Memorial Hunt at Little Creek Lodge in Little Suamico.
Thanks, Keri, for these great Gillett Fourth of July images.
Visit us at www.newmedia-wi.com. The origins of the Oconto County Times Herald date back to 1898, when the first edition of the Oconto Falls Herald was published. The Shellman family began its long association with the newspaper in 1929 and merged the Herald with the Gillett Times in 1952. Shellman Publishing launched The Bonus paper shopper publication in 1980. In 2008, Wolf River Media purchased Shellman Publishing and continues the proud tradition of providing local coverage of news, sports and features and offering a great value for advertisers to reach the Oconto County market.
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