Mid-State and Rafters co-host ‘Rafters Meet-and-Greet’ and ‘Cuts 4 Kids’ event
For the fourth consecutive year, the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters and Mid-State Technical College co-hosted their “Rafters Meet and Greet” and “Cuts for Kids” event this week at the College’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus. The event gave young fans a chance to meet a Rafters player in person and get a free haircut. Attendees gathered autographs from 2025 Rafters players and competed in games and challenges, including the vertical jump (can you jump as high as a Rafters player?), Cornhole, a pitching booth and
Mid-State BPA students place in the top 10 at National Leadership Conference
Four Mid-State Technical College students earned top rankings at the 2025 Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference held May 7 – 11 in Orlando. Students were able to compete at the national event after placing at the Wisconsin BPA State Leadership Conference in February. Mid-State BPA National Leadership Conference results are as follows: • Michelle Lucek, Marshfield – Business Management student: Placed first in Ethics & Professionalism and fourth in Health Administration
The Toner Times: Official Newsletter of Quality Plus Printing and WAM Inkorporated! June Edition
Hello! We are excited to share our latest updates with you in this month’s issue of The Toner Times! The official newsletter of Quality Plus Printing and WAM Inkorporated includes information on upcoming community events, new products, special deals, a behind the scenes view of our business, and more! We hope you enjoy the attached newsletter. Thank you for your continued support and have an awesome day!Click Here to View the Toner Times - June
Three Mid-State Digital Marketing students rank in top ten percent globally
Three Mid-State Technical Digital Marketing students have placed in the top 10 percent in the worldwide simulation competition by Marketplace® Simulations, which is used by colleges and universities to assess competence in marketing strategy. May graduate Morgan Breese of Plover led the class with outstanding scorecard results. Fellow May graduate Haley Epstein of Wisconsin Rapids secured second place within the Mid-State cohort. Amber Hollatz of Marshfield, a Digital Marketing student set to graduate in
Community invited to Mid-State’s ‘Chalk the College’ event on Stevens Point Downtown Campus
Mid-State Technical College will host its inaugural Chalk the College event on Saturday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Stevens Point Downtown Campus. All community members are invited to register for the event. Spots are limited, so artists are encouraged to register as soon as possible. A $10 registration fee is required and will be accepted until July 18. Artists can register online or in-person with cash or check at any Mid-State location. “Chalk the College is part of a yearlong celebration
Owen-Withee High School FFA earns Mid-State’s 2025 Regional FFA CDE Chapter of Excellence Award
Mid-State Technical College has awarded its 2025 Regional FFA Career Development Events (CDE) Chapter of Excellence Award to the Owen-Withee High School FFA chapter. The award was conferred at Owen-Withee High School’s annual FFA banquet on April 30, 2025. The Chapter of Excellence award recognizes exemplary performance in the regional FFA CDE contests held at Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus in March. Nearly 1,000 middle and high school students from 43 schools attended the regional competition, making
Prevail Bank Donates $1,500 to Ruby’s Pantry
Immanuel EV Lutheran Church received a $1,500 check from Prevail Bank to support the programming and operations of Ruby’s Pantry. Brian Betts (pictured), Principal of Immanuel Lutheran Church & School and Director of Ruby’s Pantry, accepted the check from Prevail Bank Branch Manager, Mandi Goodness. Ruby’s Pantry was one of 29 nonprofit organizations selected to receive funding through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions program this spring. The program awarded a total of $82,500 to nonprofits that
Mandi Goodness is New Prevail Bank Branch Manager
Prevail Bank is pleased to announce that Mandi Goodness is its new Branch Manager for Prevail Bank – Wisconsin Rapids. With 25 years’ experience in the finance industry, Goodness will lead a strong customer service, solutions-oriented team of professionals. Communications, organization, and time management skills are her strengths. “We are excited to have Mandi join our team,” said Brenda Trump, Prevail Bank’s Branch Manager Team Lead. “Mandi is a motivated and committed professional. She’s an experienced
Nursing graduates recognized in Mid-State’s spring 2025 pinning ceremony
Mid-State Technical College recognized the achievements of its 44 Nursing program completers in a pinning ceremony May 20 on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. Graduates were joined by their family and friends in the celebration. The nursing pinning ceremony is a celebratory endcap to a nursing student’s academic journey and a bridge between nursing school and a nursing career. It honors and celebrates nursing students and their path to becoming a nurse. It is also a day of celebration for the nursing faculty
Mid-State hosts spring 2025 commencement at Wisconsin Rapids Campus
Mid-State Technical College’s spring 2025 graduates were recognized during the College’s biannual commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Saturday, May 17. Out of a class of 777 graduates across the College's district, over 300 crossed the stage to receive their diploma at the event. “Today’s ceremony is truly all about you,” said Mid-State President Dr. Shelly Mondeik as she addressed the graduating class in her remarks. “It’s a tribute to your hard work and your resilience and your
Mid-State Technical College Foundation names Nikki Dhein as new director
The Mid-State Technical College Foundation, Inc., has named Nikki Dhein as its new Foundation & Alumni director. The decision was made by unanimous vote by the Foundation Board on Wednesday, April 23. "I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to step into this esteemed position," said Dhein. "I look forward to strengthening relationships with business partners and donors as we work together to remove financial barriers to student success." Dhein has served as Mid-State’s donor relations manager since
Prevail Bank Supports Local United Way with $4,000 Donation
Prevail Bank provided $4,000 to United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties in support of its financial literacy programs and to assist those individuals and families who are employed but don’t earn enough to achieve basic financial stability. The United Way was one of 29 nonprofit organizations selected to receive funding through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions program this spring. The program awarded a total of $82,500 to nonprofits that serve low-to-moderate income households, stimulate local
How Entrepreneurs Can Leverage Digital Innovation to Grow Their Businesses
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Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Unveil Exciting 2024 Baseball Season Schedule
Wisconsin Rapids, WI – The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, a member of the Northwoods League, are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated 2024 season schedule. The 15th Wisconsin Rapids Rafters season will kick off on May 27th with an away game against the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, followed by Opening Day at Witter Field on May 28th, featuring a showdown against the Dock Spiders with the first pitch scheduled for 6:35 PM. This season promises an action-packed schedule with games scheduled Monday
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Rekindle ‘Hot Stove’ Event for a Return in 2024
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wi — The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters are delighted to announce the eagerly awaited “Hot Stove” event, slated to take place at the Hotel Mead & Conference Center’s Ballroom on January 20, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. As the clock ticks towards the upcoming baseball season, the Rafters invite fans and community members to join them for an immersive experience, beginning with a lively Cocktail Hour at 6:00 PM with a cash bar. A buffet style dinner generously provided by Kellner Cafe, will
Harvesting Profits: Top Tips to Monetize Your Homesteading Hobby
For many homesteaders, their hobby farm is not just a labor of love, but also a potential source of income. Turning your passion into a profitable venture can be an exciting and rewarding journey. This article contains tips and strategies to help you monetize your hobby farm successfully.Utilizing Online Tools for Document Management In the digital age, numerous online tools make it easy to access your most important business documents no matter where you are — even if you’re in the literal field of your
