Wood County Requesting Community Feedback on Public Transportation
Wood County, WI – Wood County is studying whether a public transportation system would benefit the community. The Public Transportation Feasibility Study will explore transportation options for residents, workers, students, and visitors. The study will help determine whether public transportation is a good fit for Wood County, what the service could look like, and how it could work. The community can inform the future of public transportation. The survey results will help shape the design, service hours,
Grant Funding to Expand Local Child Care
Grant Funding to Expand Local Child Care WOOD COUNTY, Wis. – On behalf of the Wood County Child Care Task Force, Childcaring, Inc. continues to offer grant funding to help increase the availability of regulated child care throughout Wood County. The grants are designed to support both current child care providers who are ready to grow their programs and individuals interested in opening a regulated family child care business. By investing in new and expanded child care programs, the Task Force aims to
Your Wisconsin Rapids Salon Is Profitable — But Is It Financially Healthy?
Effective financial management for beauty salons means doing more than filling the appointment calendar — it means controlling expenses, diversifying revenue, and planning for the months when business slows. According to 2025 industry research, the U.S. beauty salon industry reached $48.0 billion in revenue across 121,144 companies, with average sales of $0.3 million per location. For salon owners in Wisconsin Rapids, the gap between strong revenue and genuine financial stability is where most of the real
