The Aspen Institute names Mid-State Technical College as a semifinalist for $1 million Aspen Prize
Mid-State named one of 25 community colleges advancing in national prize recognizing excellent student outcomes Today, the Aspen Institute (Aspen) named Mid-State Technical College as one of 25 semifinalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Rooted in deep research and backed by $1 million in award money, the Aspen Prize is the nation’s signature recognition of community colleges that deliver value for their students. “This recognition from the Aspen Institute is both an honor
Mid-State students earn Reserve Grand Champion at statewide meat processors competition
Students in Mid-State Technical College’s Advanced Meat Cutting and Butchery program earned Reserved Grand Champion honors in the Fresh Traditional Bratwurst category at the 2026 Wisconsin Specialty Meat Championships, held in conjunction with the Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors (WAMP) Convention. Competing against nearly 800 entries from professional meat processors across the state and beyond, Mid-State students stood out in one of the most competitive divisions of the event. The Wisconsin
?Mid-State Technical College summer registration now open
Expanded lineup of classes, camps and career exploration opportunities available for all ages Summer registration for credit classes at Mid-State Technical College is now open, offering students a flexible way to stay on track, get ahead or explore new career pathways. In addition to traditional summer coursework, Mid-State is offering an expanded lineup of camps, events and hands-on learning experiences for adult learners, high school students and middle school youth. While the College has offered summer
Prevail Bank Collects $3,150 in Hygiene Items to Support Local Homeless and Crisis Agencies
Prevail Bank served as an official collection site for the 88.5 FM The Family - Help for the Homeless Hygiene Drive in 2026, helping gather essential items for individuals and families in need across the region. Across seven participating Prevail Bank branches (Eau Claire, Owen, Medford, Marshfield, Wausau, Stevens Point, and Wisconsin Rapids), hundreds of hygiene items — valued at approximately $3,150 — were collected and distributed to local crisis agencies. Donations included everyday necessities such
109 Mid-State apprentices receive ‘Tools of the Trade’ scholarship from Ascendium
Mid-State Technical College is proud to announce 109 construction and industrial trade apprentices received a Tools of the Trade scholarship from Ascendium this year. Each apprentice received $2,000 to use toward tools, clothing, equipment, tuition and other needs that help them complete the required education and training for their trade. Apprenticeships pair on-the-job training with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. They provide a direct pathway to family-sustaining
‘Manufacture Your Ride’ returns for year two
Young innovators build and take home custom scootersMid-State’s AMETA® Center is gearing up for the return of one of its most exciting youth programs, Manufacture Your Ride: Scooter Design Workshop, happening Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Now in its second year, this hands-on camp invites young creators grades 6–8 to step into the world of design and manufacturing—and roll away with a custom-built scooter of their very own. For just $35, participants will spend the day exploring how ideas become reality
Free Community Shred Day at Prevail Bank - Wisconsin Rapids, April 30
(Wisconsin Rapids, WI) – Prevail Bank invites the community to safely dispose of their confidential documents during its Free Community Shred Day on Thursday, April 30, from 9 AM to Noon at the Wisconsin Rapids branch (1601 Lincoln Street). Shredding your documents protects your personal information from fraud. Plus, for every pound of paper shredded, Prevail Bank and Bank-A-Count will each donate $1 (up to $1,000) to the United Way of South Wood & Adams County, supporting local education, financial
Mid-State Technical College to host Tom Farley for community conversation on resilience, addiction and mental health
Free event continues College’s commitment to bringing meaningful conversations to the community Mid-State Technical College will host Tom Farley, community outreach director at Recovery.com and brother of late actor and comedian Chris Farley, for a community conversation on addiction, mental health and stigma. The event takes place Tuesday, May 5, 2026, with two options available—one at Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus at noon, the other at the Wisconsin Rapids Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. A
Laying of Flags on Veterans Graves - in Honor of Memorial Day
American Legion Post #9 members would like to invite local community members to assist in the placement of American flags on the gravesites of veterans to honor and remember their sacrifices to our country, as part of the community's Memorial Day activities. American Legion members will meet on Friday, 15 May 2026, at the Pioneer Cemetery (4810 Townline Rd), and on Saturday, 16 May 2026, at both the Forest Hills Cemetery & Mausoleum (631 Spring St) and Calvary Cemetery (2311 Plover Rd) - all three
Poppy Drive 1 May 2026
The American Legion Post 9 will be hosting a Poppy drive on 1 May 2026, prior to Memorial Day this year; out in front of the Pic-n-Save in Wisconsin Rapids. Donations by citizens for the poppies are combined with other American Legion posts through out the state and are passed forward to help with costs in: 1. Maintaining the King Veterans' Home. 2. Purchasing wreaths that are lain on the graves of Veterans located at the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. 3. Camp American Legion in Oneida
Return of Honor Flight - 4 May
An Honor Flight will be returning to the Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) on 4 May 2026. All Veterans and community members are asked to attend if possible. The Honor Flight flys veterans (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) to DC for the day then return back to CWA around 10pm. Cost for the trip is free for Veterans. Their return CWA is a huge public event where the halls are lined to give these Veterans a hearty welcome home. If you can come, please plan to arrive hours in advance, to ensure a parking space. If
