11/25/2025

UPSON - Midwest Skiing Company LLC, which owns and operates the Whitecap Mountains Resort in Upson has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.    Nick Kerkman, attorney for Midwest Skiing Company, told Business Insider, "Whitecap Mountains Resort is confident that it will be able to stay open while operating under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code."  In its bankruptcy petition, Midwest Skiing Company estimated assets of between $1 million and $10 million, with the same range for its estimated liabilities. The bankruptcy will stop collection efforts against the ski resort.  Midwest Skiing Company LLC says back-to-back winters with "extremely low" snowfall gutted Whitecap Mountains Resorts revenue and left them buried in debt.

11/25/2025

VILAS COUNTY - Gov. Tony Evers has appointed Gerard Ritter as Vilas County Sheriff. The appointment fills a vacancy being created by Sheriff Joseph A. Fath’s retirement. Ritter will complete the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2027.  Ritter has been a law enforcement officer since 1998 and joined the Vilas County Sheriff’s Office in 2001 and lives in St. Germain. 

11/25/2025

MERCER - MECCA Trails in Mercer has announced that the upcoming Winterfest is scheduled for January 17th, 2026. Hundreds of winter enthusiasts will compete in races of 5, 15 and 30k, in both classic and skating disciplines, plus a new event, the 20K skiathlon. Theres a race tailored for everyone who enjoys the outdoors. If January 17th doesn’t fit your plans, athletes can still participate virtually. Select from the same events, race the course and record your fastest time. If you’re not interested in ski racing, MECCA also has some of the most beautiful snowshoe trails for all to enjoy. More information at skisignup.com.