We ARE in Christ, a local faith-based organization, recently completed their first annual hygiene product drive as part of Family Radio’s Help for the Homeless Hygiene Drive campaign. The goal of …
Community members came together to support Mark Bielmeier, as he is currently unable to work while recovering from a stroke. The benefit spoke volumes to the person Mark is, with everyone sharing how …
The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin is pleased to announce Partner Cycle grants awarded to five Waushara County nonprofits for fiscal year 2026. Selected from a competitive pool of 13 …
Planning is underway for Blue Ribbon Kid’s Day, a family fun and resource fair held in Waushara County each April during Child Abuse Prevention month. Blue Ribbon Kid’s Day will be held on …
For those who remain watching Hallmark Christmas films and have your Christmas tree up until February 14th - I give you a Christmas update. Jim Pollock wrote a children’s Christmas book of Santa …
Members of We ARE in Christ, a faith-based organization working to address local issues related to poverty, met recently to discuss upcoming activities. The group is joining with the Family Radio …
This article reflects my thoughts on why many are noticing that towns, counties, states, and the nation are seeing less and less volunteerism. I would like to focus on Waushara County with the …
The “Keep Wild Rose Warm Project” by the Wild Rose Knit-Wits have placed free winter hats at various locations in Wild Rose for anyone needing a winter hat. All knit by hand, the hats are …
Volunteerism remains one of the great strengths of American life. Across towns and cities, adults who give their time to service organizations help strengthen communities, support neighbors in need, …
Gary Wysocki of Wysocki Farms stepped in to spread some Christmas cheer by donating potatoes to Joseph’s Hope Food Bank. The Wysocki family has been working with the food bank for over 20 years. …
I entered the unassuming little house on Main Street, Wautoma, to see that TreeHouse Central has a low-budget, relaxed décor. Any teen would feel comfortable here. So, what is TreeHouse Central? The …
The Cabin Bar & Grill in Coloma recently held fundraisers for the city park playground project. A total of $3530 was raised via a poker run with a gift basket raffle held in August, a meat and …
Last year, the Waushara County Salvation Army rang in $49,644 worth of donations in both Wautoma and Wild Rose. This year, they hope to top $50,000 when collecting for the red kettle campaign this …
Feeding America reports that one in eight people face hunger in Wisconsin, with one in six being children. Any of us could find ourselves in a position to need a little extra help during life’s …
Union Telephone of Plainfield recently made a donation of nearly 800 pounds of shelf-stable food to Joseph’s Hope Food Pantry. The company recently held a two-month-long drawing for prizes, …
The Thrivent Mecan River Group is excited to announce the launch of its 20th annual toy drive, supporting local children through Toys for Tots and the Waushara Holiday Project Angel Tree. To maximize …
A Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be provided at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church located at 364 S. Cambridge Street, Wautoma on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27. We will be open for sit down …
The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin has launched a local giving website that connects community generosity with the organizations feeding Waushara County residents every day. The launch …
The annual Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign will begin on Friday, Nov. 14 (in Wild Rose) and Friday, Nov. 21 (in Wautoma). The annual campaign will continue through Tuesday, Dec. 23. Bell ringing …
The Pine Tree Needler’s Quilt Guild presented Quilts of Valor on Nov. 8. The nationwide program was started in 2003 by quilter Catherine Roberts when her son was deployed in Iraq. Since the …