Timber is at the heart of what Kretz Lumber Co. does

When it comes to providing wood from the source, Company President Troy Brown said Kretz Lumber Co. has been growing, harvesting, manufacturing and delivering wood since 1929. Brown said the global wood products company with a focus on American Hardwoods, located in Antigo, has always been in the business of sustainable, high-quality lumber for more…

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Langlade County Dream Up! Childcare Grant Highlights Need for Industry Support

To help support and fill gaps in North Central Wisconsin’s childcare industry, the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation created the Dream Up! Childcare Taskforce and grant program – most recently awarding the Aspirus LeRoyer Child Care Center in Antigo with a Dream Up! Grant. Sam Zupon, supervisor for the Aspirus LeRoyer Child Care Center, said…

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White Lake students learn about timber harvest at school forest event

On Thursday, September 26, 2024, a timber harvest was conducted in the White Lake School Forest east block, as per the DNR Forest Stewardship Plan. Over 200 students from Antigo, Elcho, and White Lakes Schools combined visited throughout the day to witness the harvest in action first-hand. Students rotated through four interactive stations. At the…

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