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The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Waupaca County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

2.3% of citizens unemployed in Calumet County in 2021

The unemployment rate in Calumet County hit 2.3% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

Nursing student graduates after overcoming obstacles at University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Lane Wohlrab, a nursing student at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO), is preparing to graduate after an 8.5-year college journey filled with various challenges. "It really hasn’t hit me yet, because there was such a big part of my time in Oshkosh where I didn’t know if I would graduate," said Wohlrab.

Riverside Program celebrates class of 2024 graduation

On Thursday, May 16, the Oshkosh Area School District's Riverside Alternative Education Program celebrated its 2024 Graduate Recognition Ceremony. The event, held at Fox Valley Technical College's Oshkosh campus, honored 51 outstanding seniors and attracted over 250 attendees including proud family members, friends, district staff, and community leaders.

Lawrence University senior pursues paralegal career inspired by parents' journey

Adnan Sarancic, a senior international relations major from Gurnee, Illinois, has distinguished himself in both academics and athletics at Lawrence University. He intends to apply his experiences at Lawrence to the paralegal field following graduation.

Former Omro High School standout Riken Frost’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

They open the tournament against UW La Crosse Eagles.

Adam Cootway, former Fox Valley Lutheran High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

Chase Hanselman, former Neenah High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

They open the tournament against Coe Kohawks.

Former Xavier High School (WI) standout Chris VandenHeuvel’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

Jack Carlson, former Neenah High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

Former Freedom High School standout Nathan Chen’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

Chloe Evans, former Seymour Community High School softball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

Her team enters the tournament as a number 15 seed.

Lawrence University student awarded CLS Fellowship for South Korea program

Lawrence University's first-year student, Kai Ohara, has been awarded the prestigious Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) and will be heading to South Korea this summer. The CLS is a highly competitive scholarship funded by the U.S. Department of State, with approximately 500 recipients chosen annually from over 5,000 applicants.

Lawrence University honors two educators with Outstanding Teaching in Wisconsin Award

Lawrence University in Wisconsin is honoring two teachers with the annual Outstanding Teaching in Wisconsin Award. The recipients are Chris Rundquist, a social studies teacher at Neenah High School, and Eric Schroeter ’85, a chemistry teacher at LakeView Technology Academy in the Kenosha Unified School District. Both are being recognized for their dedication to students.

Strategies for prioritizing mental health during Mental Health Awareness Month

May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to encourage students and families to prioritize their mental well-being. As parents or guardians, setting a healthy example is key in supporting your family's mental health. Amid the demands of family life, it is crucial to dedicate time for personal well-being. Young people are often influenced by adults' behavior, which can shape their interactions with the world.

UWO alumna Rebekah Peppler publishes third cookbook "Le Sud

Rebekah Peppler, a University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) alumna and culinary connoisseur, has recently published her third cookbook, further solidifying her reputation in the world of food literature. The book titled "Le Sud" explores the cuisine, culture, and stories of southern France and coastal points east and west.

Morgan Harwood, former Neenah High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

They open the tournament against Mount Union Purple Raiders.

Former Menasha High School standout Maddie Zaves’ collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

Former Appleton North High School standout Reese Koski’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

They open the tournament against CSB Bennies.

Former Appleton West High School standout Sarah Hammerton’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 16