Owen-Withee High School FFA earns Mid-State’s 2025 Regional FFA CDE Chapter of Excellence Award
Mid-State Technical College has awarded its 2025 Regional FFA Career Development Events (CDE) Chapter of Excellence Award to the Owen-Withee High School FFA chapter. The award was conferred at Owen-Withee High School’s annual FFA banquet on April 30, 2025. The Chapter of Excellence award recognizes exemplary performance in the regional FFA CDE contests held at Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus in March. Nearly 1,000 middle and high school students from 43 schools attended the regional competition, making
Prevail Bank Donates $1,500 to Ruby’s Pantry
Immanuel EV Lutheran Church received a $1,500 check from Prevail Bank to support the programming and operations of Ruby’s Pantry. Brian Betts (pictured), Principal of Immanuel Lutheran Church & School and Director of Ruby’s Pantry, accepted the check from Prevail Bank Branch Manager, Mandi Goodness. Ruby’s Pantry was one of 29 nonprofit organizations selected to receive funding through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions program this spring. The program awarded a total of $82,500 to nonprofits that
Mandi Goodness is New Prevail Bank Branch Manager
Prevail Bank is pleased to announce that Mandi Goodness is its new Branch Manager for Prevail Bank – Wisconsin Rapids. With 25 years’ experience in the finance industry, Goodness will lead a strong customer service, solutions-oriented team of professionals. Communications, organization, and time management skills are her strengths. “We are excited to have Mandi join our team,” said Brenda Trump, Prevail Bank’s Branch Manager Team Lead. “Mandi is a motivated and committed professional. She’s an experienced
Nursing graduates recognized in Mid-State’s spring 2025 pinning ceremony
Mid-State Technical College recognized the achievements of its 44 Nursing program completers in a pinning ceremony May 20 on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. Graduates were joined by their family and friends in the celebration. The nursing pinning ceremony is a celebratory endcap to a nursing student’s academic journey and a bridge between nursing school and a nursing career. It honors and celebrates nursing students and their path to becoming a nurse. It is also a day of celebration for the nursing faculty
Mid-State hosts spring 2025 commencement at Wisconsin Rapids Campus
Mid-State Technical College’s spring 2025 graduates were recognized during the College’s biannual commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Saturday, May 17. Out of a class of 777 graduates across the College's district, over 300 crossed the stage to receive their diploma at the event. “Today’s ceremony is truly all about you,” said Mid-State President Dr. Shelly Mondeik as she addressed the graduating class in her remarks. “It’s a tribute to your hard work and your resilience and your
Mid-State Technical College Foundation names Nikki Dhein as new director
The Mid-State Technical College Foundation, Inc., has named Nikki Dhein as its new Foundation & Alumni director. The decision was made by unanimous vote by the Foundation Board on Wednesday, April 23. "I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to step into this esteemed position," said Dhein. "I look forward to strengthening relationships with business partners and donors as we work together to remove financial barriers to student success." Dhein has served as Mid-State’s donor relations manager since
Blanchard Promoted to Vice President Business Banker
Blanchard Promoted to Vice President Business Banker Wisconsin Rapids, WI – First State Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Derek Blanchard as Vice President, Business Banker. Formerly a Senior Credit Analyst, Blanchard brings his deep expertise in credit analysis and customer-focused financial strategy to this new client-facing role. Since joining First State Bank in 2022, Derek has played a key role in evaluating credit risk and supporting the bank’s lending initiatives with thoughtful
News Release: 5/12/2025
Mid-State Technical College, in partnership with the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, is bringing back the Rafters Meet-and-Greet & Cuts 4 Kids event. The free event will be held on Wednesday, June 11, on Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus and is open to the public. Attendees are welcome to stop by the event between 4:30 and 7 p.m. Rafters Meet-and-Greet & Cuts 4 Kids will feature free games, activities, food and kids’ haircuts. The first 300 fans to arrive will enjoy complimentary hot dogs, chips and a cup of
DATCP Secretary Romanski tours Mid-State’s meat training lab at Auburndale High School
Secretary of Wisconsin’s Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Randy Romanski toured Mid-State Technical College’s meat training lab at Auburndale High School May 7 to learn about the College’s growing meat talent programming.The visit allowed him to see first-hand how funding from DATCP’s Meat Talent Grant Initiative is supporting successful training outcomes for Mid-State and its high school partners. Mid-State’s meat training began with the Meat Cutting and Butchery
Mid-State hosts Admit Day event, presents $5,000 ‘Big Decision Scholarship’
Nearly 180 graduating high school seniors and their supporters attended Mid-State Technical College’s annual Admit Day event on May 2 to celebrate their decision to enroll as Mid-State students. Grayden Rode, Chili, a graduating senior from Marshfield High School was also announced as the recipient of the Mid-State’s $5,000 “Big Decision Scholarship” at the event. At Admit Day, students received a certificate of admission, toured campus, met with their advisor and got to know their program instructors.
Mid-State’s spring 2025 commencement set for May 17
Mid-State Technical College will host its spring graduation on Saturday, May 17. The outdoor ceremony is designed to celebrate all graduating students, their families and invited guests. The event begins at 11 a.m. on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician graduate Reid Tilberg, Arpin, will deliver the student address. The faculty send-off will be delivered by Scott Engel, Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician instructor. The event will also feature a keynote address from Joe Fonti,
Prevail Bank Shred Event Helps United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties
As a result of Prevail Bank’s Community Shred Day event in Wisconsin Rapids, $2,227 was raised for United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties, supporting families and individuals in need throughout the area. Both Prevail Bank and Bank-A-Count pledged to donate $1 for every pound of paper shredded, up to a $1,000 each --- and the community rose to the challenge, bringing in a whopping 1,715 pounds of documents to be safely destroyed and recycled. The public chipped in an additional $227 in donations,
Prevail Bank Supports Local United Way with $4,000 Donation
Prevail Bank provided $4,000 to United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties in support of its financial literacy programs and to assist those individuals and families who are employed but don’t earn enough to achieve basic financial stability. The United Way was one of 29 nonprofit organizations selected to receive funding through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions program this spring. The program awarded a total of $82,500 to nonprofits that serve low-to-moderate income households, stimulate local
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Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Unveil Exciting 2024 Baseball Season Schedule
Wisconsin Rapids, WI – The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, a member of the Northwoods League, are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated 2024 season schedule. The 15th Wisconsin Rapids Rafters season will kick off on May 27th with an away game against the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, followed by Opening Day at Witter Field on May 28th, featuring a showdown against the Dock Spiders with the first pitch scheduled for 6:35 PM. This season promises an action-packed schedule with games scheduled Monday
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Rekindle ‘Hot Stove’ Event for a Return in 2024
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wi — The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters are delighted to announce the eagerly awaited “Hot Stove” event, slated to take place at the Hotel Mead & Conference Center’s Ballroom on January 20, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. As the clock ticks towards the upcoming baseball season, the Rafters invite fans and community members to join them for an immersive experience, beginning with a lively Cocktail Hour at 6:00 PM with a cash bar. A buffet style dinner generously provided by Kellner Cafe, will
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