Business – New, Expansion, Successes
Heart of the Game – How Brian Mattmiller Built A Bowling Community in Wisconsin
by Pat Brettingen, originally published in ProShop Operation magazine, January 2026. When you enter Northstar Lanes, you quickly realize it’s more than just a place to bowl. With leagues and open bowling, lively activity in the kitchen, bar, banquet center and pro shop, the 16-lane bowling center feels like home. At the center of the…
Read MoreAntigo’s Sawmill Surplus relocating to newer, bigger building
To better serve its customers and gain more space, Owner Jason Swartz said Sawmill Surplus in Antigo is relocating from 119 Superior St. to 2906 Highway 45. Swartz said he expects the move to be completed sometime in January. “Right now, in our current location, we have about an 8,500 square-foot, cold-storage warehouse,” he said.…
Read MoreProviding everything building contractors, homeowners need under one roof – Builders Service Inc. has served the Elcho area for 70 years
For nearly 70 years, Owners Dave and Todd Visser said Builders Service Inc. has been a mainstay in Elcho, providing building materials for contractors and do-it-yourselfers alike. From lumber, siding and insulation to doors, windows, hardware and roofing, the Visser brothers said Builders Service Inc. either carries it in stock or can get it in…
Read MoreCanopy Gardens enters second generation of hydroponic farming
According to Owners Andrew and Heather Augustyn, every season is growing season at Canopy Gardens, and every day is warm and sunny. The couple said the hydroponic greenhouse and farm market – which is located five miles east of Antigo off Highway F – was established in 1995 by Pam and Pete Augustyn, Andrew’s parents.…
Read MoreBeyond Caretaking: The Business of Child Care in Langlade County
Sustainable child care is a challenge, especially Langlade County, but the Langlade County Dream Up! Taskforce is consistently finding innovative ways to support the essential providers. A recent initiative saw three of Antigo’s child care centers participate in an in-depth business review with Business of Childcare.
Read MoreThree Child Care Centers, One Mission
Langlade County is fortunate to have a unique story of resourcefulness and collaboration to help parents find reliable, affordable care, so they can join the workforce, leaving critical jobs filled.
Read MoreA new era takes off at Langlade County Airport
When Northwoods Gateway Aviation took over field operations at Langlade County Airport four years ago, Director of Operations Alan Horzewski said things were quiet – too quiet. Horzewski said there was no flight training available and aircraft maintenance on the field was minimal. The team quickly stepped in to change that, he said, bringing much-needed…
Read MoreWhite Lake Market continues ‘symbiotic,’ community-focused growth
The White Lake Market is celebrating 120 years of service in 2025 to the Village of White Lake, WI. White Lake Market has grown, simply, to fulfill the needs of its community.
Read MoreBringing flavor straight from the hive
Two Chicks Apiary sells pure honey and specialized skincare products at various retail outlets, including Schroeder’s Gifts in Antigo and Sweet Willow Herbals & Café and Buds ‘N Blooms – both in De Pere. The products are made with bee hives in Antigo and Green Bay.
Read MoreVenture Ag Drones ‘takes flight’ in Langlade County
Angel Zarda and Scott Houdek said they know firsthand the challenges and rewards of farming, and their shared passion for sustainability and innovation has led them to create Venture Ag Drones, a custom drone aerial application business. “This technology gives us fresh ways to enhance farm ecosystems for our Central Wisconsin neighbors,” Zarda said. “Aerial…
Read MoreTimber 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…
Read MoreLanglade 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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