Wisconsin Rapids

The 52nd Annual WI State Water Ski Championships will be held on July 19-22, 2018 at the Red Sands Beach area of Lake Wazeecha in South Wood County Park. 26 Teams and a full slate of...

Wisconsin Rapids - The Fourth of July holiday celebrating our independence is fast approaching and plans are in the works to make this a safe, enjoyable and memorable national holiday for Wisconsin Rapids and...

EXPLORE - The Wood County Parks and Forestry Department would like to give public notice that the HIRC (Highway Infrastructure and Recreation Committee) approved the Aqua Skiers Inc. to utilize the Red Sands Beach...

EXPLORE – Bolstered by nearly $4 million from the 2017-2019 State of Wisconsin Biennial Budget, Alexander Field-South Wood County Airport continues the latest round of many improvements to promote safety and greater economic activity....

Wood County Campgrounds It may be hard to believe, but camping season is nearly here! In Wood County, camping is available at Dexter Park, North Wood County Park and South Wood County Park. There are...

Bucket List Inspires Travel Bug Boasting natural wonders, unique museums and a culture all its own, Wisconsin is the perfect state to travel for author Kelly Jo Stull, who decided to revisit her childhood wanderings...

Wakely's Winter Feast Features Food and Dancing Submitted to Explore - Robert and Mary Wakely, early Central Wisconsin pioneers, were noted for their mid-winter parties held at their hotel located along the Wisconsin River, just...

Nowak Country Christmas Reaches 100,000 Lights Located on private property, Nowak Country Christmas is a dazzling display of holiday festivity. The Nowak family has been putting up lights on their property for about fifteen years, adding...

J² Catering Serves Up Homemade Fare A red food truck has been popping up around Central Wisconsin, but you won’t usually find brats and hamburgers on the menu. Catering company J² Catering has been providing homemade-style...

Wisconsin Rapids Cranberry Store Great for Gifting Cranberry lovers can find their fill at specialty food market Rubi Reds in Wisconsin Rapids. “We represent all things cranberry,” said store co-owner Marcy Berlyn. “Probably 95% of our...