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A City of Tomahawk committee gave its stamp of approval to updates regarding the city’s emergency management procedures this week.

Lake Mohawksin enhanced wake ordinance gets thumbs up from Bradley board

Less than two weeks after the City of Tomahawk Common Council approved an ordinance regulating enhanced wakes on Lake Mohawksin, the Town of Bradley Board of Supervisors has followed suit.

Callahan calls for statewide Flock camera ban, plans to hold committee hearing

This week, State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) called for Wisconsin to ban “unchecked” governmental use of automated license plate reader camera systems from companies like Flock Safety and said he will hold a committee hearing on the technology early next year.

DATCP accepting applications for Meat Processor Infrastructure Grants

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is inviting Wisconsin meat processors to apply for a Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant.

Proposed bills aim to close loopholes, strengthen OWI legislation

Wisconsin legislators have proposed legislation in the State Assembly and Senate to strengthen the state’s OWI laws, closing “loopholes” that they say contribute to keeping repeat offenders on the road.

City council approves Lake Mohawksin enhanced wake ordinance

An ordinance regulating artificially enhanced wakes on Lake Mohawksin was approved by the City of Tomahawk Common Council this week.

Oneida County board approves one-year moratorium on data centers

The Oneida County Board of Supervisors voted on Tuesday, Aug. 18 to approve a one-year moratorium on new data center development in the county’s zoned areas, giving the Planning and Development Committee time to study the industry’s impacts before writing permanent regulations.

Sheriff’s Office K-9 program supported by Bierman Family Foundation grant

A grant from a local organization will help support the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office’s K-9 program.

Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) last week announced that 101 communities across the state will receive nearly $30 million in funding through the newly created Local Small Structures Improvement Program (LSSIP).

Finance Committee approves funding for city garage improvements

The City of Tomahawk Municipal Garage is slated to receive some repairs and updates.

Voter ID, war powers, healthcare dominate 7th District candidate forum

Five candidates seeking Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District seat, currently held by gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany, sparred over election security, war powers, federal spending and rural healthcare access during a Tuesday, July 21 candidate forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin.

Last week, Governor Tony Evers announced that he approved new changes to Wisconsin’s faculty approval process for nursing schools, allowing for qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) to teach clinical courses if they meet certain criteria.

Lincoln County board continues discussion of two-year goals

Last week, the Lincoln County Board of Supervisors continued its discussion of strategic goals it would like to work to accomplish over the next two years.

WisDOT shares information on obtaining ID for voting

Ahead of Wisconsin’s Primary Election on Tuesday, Aug. 11, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is reminding citizens how to obtain identification, free of charge, that is valid for voting.

Callahan appointed Chairman of Study Committee on Cemeteries

State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) this week announced that he has been appointed by the Joint Legislative Council to serve as the Chairman of the Study Committee on Cemeteries.

Oneida County data center moratorium advances to county board

The Oneida County Planning and Development Committee passed an interim moratorium on data centers.

Land transfer for housing development gets thumbs up from city council

This week, the construction of a new housing development in Tomahawk took a step closer to getting underway.

Courthouse clock restoration backed by Bierman Family Foundation grant

One of Lincoln County’s most iconic sights will receive needed repairs thanks to support from a local organization.

The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) last week announced that it distributed payments to fire departments across the state as part of the Wisconsin 2% Fire Dues Program.

Supervisors discuss goals to pursue over next two years

In a brief but wide-ranging discussion last month, the Lincoln County Board of Supervisors laid out an array of goals it would like to work to accomplish over the next two years.

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