First State Bank Scoops Free Ice Cream Floats
Wisconsin Rapids, WI – First State Bank is proud to support local dairy farmers and producers—one delicious treat at a time! In celebration of June Dairy Month, customers and community members are invited to stop at their local First State Bank for a free root beer or orange ice cream float, served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the following location dates:Friday, June 5 – MarshfieldFriday, June 12 – Wisconsin RapidsThursday, June 18 – AuburndaleFriday, June 26 – Stevens Point“June Dairy Month is a wonderful
Alexander Field awarded $2.7 million grant for terminal modernization and renovation
WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Alexander Field-South Wood County Airport announces it has been awarded a $2.7 million Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) grant to support a comprehensive terminal modernization and renovation project designed to enhance user experience, improve community engagement, and strengthen the airport’s long-term infrastructure. The project is expected to include: • Modernized terminal interiors and passenger/crew areas • Accessibility and ADA-compliant upgrades • Improved energy efficiency and
News Release: 5/11/2026
Heike O'Day just successfully completed a week of training with the Texas School for Professional Photography in Addison, TX. Her instructor, Carl Caylor of Iron Mountain, MI taught four full days of seeing and using naturally available light, using additional lighting sources, choosing locations and backgrounds and camera settings appropriate to the model's outfits and the clients' requests and your own ideas for the final portrait. Though around 800 photographers of all skill levels and from all over the
City of Wisconsin Rapids Announces Purple Heart City Designation and Veterans Honor Walk
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WISCONSIN – The City of Wisconsin Rapids will be formally designated as a Purple Heart City by the Wisconsin Military Order of the Purple Heart during a ceremony held on May 21 at 6 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 430 W Jackson St. Purple Heart recipients are invited to participate in the event, so they can be recognized for their service and sacrifice. Members of the public are also welcome to attend and join the community in showing their support. The City of Wisconsin Rapids and American
BRAT FRY - Hosted by the American Legion Post 9
A Brat Fry will be hosted by American Legion Post 9 members on7 June 2026, in front of the Quality Foods grocery store located at 1811 Baker Dr., Wisconsin Rapids, WI. 54494. Sale time will run starting at 9am - 2am (or the brats sell out). Sodas and water will also be available.
