The Wisconsin Rapids Winters Market Returns!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: 11/4/2026 CONTACT: Meliss Haack, Regional Farmers Market Coordinator 715-751-1099, meliss.haack@woodcountywi.gov Wisconsin Rapids Winter Farmers Market Returns! The Wisconsin Rapids Winter Farmers Market is open for the season on Saturdays and is held at the lower level of the Moravian Church, 310 1st Ave South, WI Rapids, WI 54494 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. The market will feature vendors selling food items like fresh sourdough, honey, maple syrup, eggs, meat, bakery,
Mid-State to host John Mabry for community conversation on addiction, mental health and stigma
Free event encourages open conversations, connection and hope for recovery Mid-State Technical College will host John Mabry, a nationally recognized keynote speaker on mental health, addiction and resilience, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids. The event is free and open to the public. A former Hollywood actor with roles in “NCIS”, “ER” and “Superbad”, Mabry holds a master's degree in counseling and shares his personal experience with
Prevail Bank to Match Holiday Donations Supporting Local Nonprofits
(WI Rapids) Prevail Bank is once again inviting community members to make a difference during the holiday season through its annual Holiday Matching Funds Campaign, which runs from November 16 through December 4, 2026. The campaign provides an opportunity for donors to maximize their charitable giving. During the three-week fundraising effort, donations collected at participating Prevail Bank locations will benefit local nonprofit organizations selected by each branch. At the conclusion of the campaign,
Families encouraged to participate in drug take back event on October 24
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 10/07/2026CONTACT: Jacob Wagner, Public Health Strategist(715) 421-8907/jacob.wagner@woodcountywi.gov Families encouraged to participate in drug take back event on October 24 (WOOD COUNTY) – On Saturday, October 24th, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Wisconsin Department of Justice are sponsoring a prescription drug take back event throughout Wisconsin. Take back events provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of medications. Remember never
Your Wisconsin Rapids Salon Is Profitable — But Is It Financially Healthy?
Effective financial management for beauty salons means doing more than filling the appointment calendar — it means controlling expenses, diversifying revenue, and planning for the months when business slows. According to 2025 industry research, the U.S. beauty salon industry reached $48.0 billion in revenue across 121,144 companies, with average sales of $0.3 million per location. For salon owners in Wisconsin Rapids, the gap between strong revenue and genuine financial stability is where most of the real
