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Christmas Tree Lighting Submitted: 11/23/2012

RHINELANDER - The weather outside frightful, but that didn't stop hundreds of people in Rhinelander from seeing a yearly tradition.

Tonight was the annual tree lighting ceremony in downtown Rhinlander. This year's theme was It's a Wonderful Life. The event began with a parade complete with bicycles, floats, and Christmas lights. Last but not least was Santa Claus in his sleigh.

Adults and children gathered round as Santa lit the Christmas tree. Hot cider and Christmas Carols kept the holiday spirits lively and warm during the ceremony. Many said it was worth braving the cold.

"I was surprised, this is my first time, I was surprised at how many people were out here for the lighting of the Christmas Tree and here for the parade, and it was just a great time," said Phil Newcomb

After the tree was lit, Mr. and Mrs. Claus stayed to hear what each kid wanted for Christmas.

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Kemp Street construction pushed back to July 8 Submitted: 06/18/2013

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RHINELANDER - Independence Day always brings a flood of visitors to the Northwoods.

Closing one of Rhinelander's major streets could create a big headache.

But we learned today that major construction on Kemp Street won't start until after July 4th.

The city and contractors decided today to start the Kemp Street part of their sewer project during the week of July 8th.

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Maahs sentenced to six months in jail Submitted: 06/18/2013

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The man who sold the drugs to him will be locked up for at least twice that long.

Bradley Maahs was sentenced to six months in jail today. Maahs will also serve more probation time after his stay in jail.

If his probation is revoked for bad behavior, he would go to prison for a year and a half.

He pleaded no contest to delivering THC.

Maahs has two months to report to Langlade or Shawano County Jail.

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He's now recovering at a hospital in the Twin Cities.

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Rhinelander again welcomes American flag downtown Submitted: 06/18/2013

RHINELANDER - A huge American flag flying over Rhinelander fills most of us with pride.

Last year, city leaders tried to put a flag up on the AT&T tower in downtown Rhinelander.

But it was too big.

AT&T is hoping this 15x25 foot flag will be a better fit.

Today was the third attempt to get a flag to fly on the downtown cell tower.

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Rhinelander Planning Committee makes organizing big events easier Submitted: 06/18/2013

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RHINELANDER - Not many people plan big events.

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Those big events need a lot of preparation.

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City Council votes to recognize domestic partnerships Submitted: 06/18/2013

STEVENS POINT - Stevens Point moved one step closer to recognizing same-sex partnerships last night.

The city council voted to offer domestic partner benefits for city workers.

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Antigo looks to Langlade Hospital to take over ambulance service Submitted: 06/18/2013

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ANTIGO - The city of Antigo doesn't want to run an ambulance service anymore. It's just too expensive. Instead, the city's new hospital may take over.

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