The United Way of Langlade County

United Way of Langlade County is officially launching its Campaign 2025/2026 and is once again asking for financial help for the many local affiliate organizations that rely on the United way for ongoing support. So far in 2025, your United Way has distributed funds for $235,000.00 to local non-profit organizations. Our goal is to meet…

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Antigo’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.…

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Canopy 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.…

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Lake States Lumber Association Education Workshop Equips Industrial Arts Teachers to Guide Students into Wood Technology Careers

Wisconsin high school industrial arts and wood technology teachers converged in Antigo on June 24-25 for a professional development workshop focused on the state’s primary and secondary wood products industry. The immersive two-day program was a collaborative effort aimed at strengthening the link between education and industry, with the ultimate goal of equipping educators to…

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Beyond 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.

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Three 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.

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A 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…

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Bringing 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.

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Venture 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…

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