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Day: October 26, 2026

Rondele Ranch Acquires Pinewood Golf Club, Plans 2027 Renovations

Steve Dillon

Pinewood Golf Club in Harshaw is preparing for significant improvements in 2027 following its acquisition by Rondele Ranch, which plans to invest in the golf course and expand its amenities. The renovation plans include a new clubhouse featuring panoramic views of the first, ninth, 10th and 18th holes. The facility is expected to accommodate up to 150 people for golf outings, weddings, banquets and other events and celebrations. Golfers can also expect several course improvements in 2027, including a new irrigation system and upgraded golf cart paths. Plans also call…

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Companies Challenge Wausau’s PFAS Lawsuit, Citing Firefighting Foam Use

Steve Dillon

Several companies facing a lawsuit over PFAS contamination in Wausau’s drinking water are arguing that the city should share responsibility for cleanup costs. In counterclaims filed in the city’s lawsuit against local industries, the companies point to a separate 2023 case in which Wausau alleged that firefighting foam used by its fire department contributed to PFAS contamination in municipal wells. The companies contend those earlier allegations support their argument that the city may bear some responsibility under federal environmental cleanup law. They deny responsibility for the contamination attributed to their…

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Merrill Honors Early Industrialist Ferdinand Ollhoff with Street Sign Dedication

Steve Dillon

A street sign dedication Sunday honored Ferdinand Ollhoff, an early industrialist whose sawmills helped shape Merrill’s development and provided steady employment for generations of local families. Family members gathered Sunday afternoon, October 25, at West Main and Thomas Streets to dedicate a sign recognizing Ollhoff and his contributions to the community. Born in Germany in 1872, Ollhoff immigrated to the United States with his family in 1874. After settling in Wisconsin, he established his first sawmill in the Town of Pine River in 1893. He later operated a second mill…

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