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Aspirus UW Cancer Center in Wisconsin Rapids is pleased to welcome Rebecca Fetterer APNP, NP-C to its medical staff.    Fetterer is a nurse practitioner who specializes in oncology and hematology. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing degree from Concordia University in Mequon, WI and is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. In her leisure time, Fetterer enjoys ...read more

SHOE SENSATION HOST 3RD ANNUAL SOCKS FOR TROOPS FUNDRAISER Shoe Sensation is collecting socks for active Military and local Veterans NOVEMBER 1st -DECEMBER 24th, 2018-Shoe Sensation, a regional chain of name brand family shoe stores, is hosting its 3rd annual “Socks For Troops” companywide. Each store will be collecting socks for active duty military or local veterans in our local communities. ...read more

Aspirus Riverview Auxiliary invites everyone to the “Books Are Fun” book and gift sale on Thursday, November 29.This one-day sale will be held from 9:30 am to 3 pm in Aspirus Riverview Hospital’s lower level conference center, 410 Dewey Street, Wisconsin Rapids. With 30-70 percent off retail prices, shoppers will find many great gifts for all ages.Proceeds from the sale will be used by Aspirus ...read more

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Mid-State Technical College will host a Spotlight on Health at its Marshfield Campus on Wednesday, Nov. 7, from 5 to 7 p.m. The free, open-house style event invites high school students, parents and community members to learn about a variety of high-demand career options in healthcare and the education Mid-State offers to prepare graduates for success.    The event ...read more

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI – We have exciting news at United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties’ Volunteer Center.  We will have two very special guests volunteering with us during Day of Caring on November 3rd:  Wisconsin Rapids’ own Tianna Vanderhei, 2018 Miss Wisconsin; and Danielle Moon, 2019 Miss Wisconsin Rapids!     Tianna and Danielle will be at the Grand Rapids Lion’s Club for breakfast at ...read more

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Mid-State Technical College is hosting an informational session for students who would like to earn college credit for their life and military experience. Part of the College’s Credit for Prior Learning program, the “Get Credit” event will be offered on Thursday, Nov. 8, on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. The $30 college application fee is waived at the event.   The Get ...read more

WISCONSIN RAPIDS– Small Business Saturday, otherwise known as Shop Small, is about more than shopping at small businesses. It's a cause that helps support local economies and promotes vibrant, diverse communities. This is a nationwide movement fueled by shoppers, business owners, and organizers who come together and celebrate the community because they know it matters.American Express created this ...read more

Come and meet those dancing feet in the Presidio Brass new Broadway-themed show on Friday, November 16, at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids. The Arts Council of South Wood County is pleased to present this performance at 7:30 pm. Mead Witter Foundation is sponsoring this show.    Since forming in 2006, Presidio Brass has rocketed to success as the face of a bold new generation in ...read more

AROW GLOBAL ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF OPERATIONS; REINFORCING THE GLOBAL HEADQUARTER’S PRESCENCE IN MOSINEE    With significant growth and expansion within North American operations, AROW Global announces a 14,000 square foot office addition and significant renovation of existing spaces within their Global Headquarters in Mosinee.    The addition will allow for continued growth within the ...read more

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Mid-State Technical College is inviting the public to a transfer fair to connect students with representatives from many different four-year colleges and universities. Attendees will learn about transfer opportunities, credit transfer, degree programs, the application process and more. Current Mid-State students will also be able to apply for graduation at the event. The ...read more