Announcement
Wood County beaches, Cera Park, South Wood County Park Campground, and North Wood County Park Campground are closed for the season. Dexter County Park campground will remain open until November 30, 2026. The 2nd and 3rd loops will remain open during this time and will be available for camping by reservation only. Dump stations and potable water availability will be weather dependent. Dexter has a heated shower building that will remain open until closing. The ATV Enclosed Shelter, Nepco Enclosed Shelter, South Park Community Shelter, and the Powers Bluff Welcome Center are available to rent throughout the year.
Recent News
Co-Chairs of Columbus Catholic School's Alpine Holiday Discuss the Event Coming on November 13th & 14th
The Columbus Catholic School District is holding its Annual Alpine Holiday on November 13th & 14th with a wide variety of activities, entertainment, and more for kids and adults. I spoke with Edna and Bryan DeVries, the co-chairs of this year's Alpine Holiday, and they discussed the event in more detail. Once again...
Nov 4, 2026
Nominations for the Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Crystal Apple Awards Now Open; Nominations Due November 13th
The Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry is excited to announce that nominations for the 2026 Crystal Apple Award are now open. You can submit your nomination from November 2 through November 13. Participating districts include Abbotsford, Auburndale, Colby, Columbus Catholic, Granton, Greenwood, Immanuel L...
Nov 3, 2026
Waste Management Disposal Site in the City of Marshfield Closed November 7th-15th
Waste Management has notified the City of Marshfield that its local disposal site will be closed to the public from Saturday, November 7, through Sunday, November 15, 2026, for scheduled scale maintenance. During this time, residents will not be able to dispose of bulk waste or other trash items at the site. The facili...
Nov 2, 2026
Price County Man Sentenced for Death of a Woman in Taylor County
A Price County man charged with homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle after a one-car crash led to the death of a 49-year-old woman was sentenced in Taylor County Court. Back in October of last year, officers in Taylor County were called to an area near County Road C and Wood Lake Avenue at 2 PM, where they found an...
56m ago
Make Sure to Stop by The Highground Veterans Memorial on Veterans Day for a Quiet Moment of Connection
As you take part in Veterans Day celebrations across the community on November 11th, The Highground invites you to find a quiet moment of connection at the park. Built upon the foundation of shared experiences, deep reflection, and enduring camaraderie, our space stands ready to welcome you. While they will not be host...
57m ago
