(WI Rapids) Prevail Bank is once again inviting community members to make a difference during the holiday season through its annual Holiday Matching Funds Campaign, which runs from November 16 through December 4, 2026. The campaign provides an opportunity for donors to maximize their charitable giving. During the three-week fundraising effort, donations collected at participating Prevail Bank locations will benefit local nonprofit organizations selected by each branch. At the conclusion of the campaign,
TEAM RAPIDS received $2,000 from Prevail Bank in support of its endowment fund that awards grants to unfunded or partially funded school and community activities in Wisconsin Rapids. The contribution was one of 29 awarded through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions Committee. This fall, the Committee donated a total of $140,021 to nonprofits that serve low-to-moderate income households, support local economic growth, provide financial education, enhance the development of children, and/or improve the
Registration is now open for Mid-State Technical College’s Spring 2027 semester, with opportunities for new and continuing students to begin or continue working toward their education and career goals. Spring classes begin Jan. 25 and run through May 19. Students ready to start a program don’t have to wait until fall. Mid-State offers spring start dates across a variety of career areas, giving students more ways to get started when the timing is right for them. Spring-start programs include options
Prevail Bank is a community bank that takes seriously its vision to make a lasting, meaningful, and positive impact. This year, as a result of Prevail’s free community shred days held at each of its nine branches, nearly 14.5 tons of paper (28,958 lbs.) was collected and shredded, saving 246 trees. “Sustainability and building a better tomorrow for our customers and the next generation are important to us,” said Nathan Quinnell, Prevail Bank President. “Working together to pursue what’s possible is what
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDATE: 10/07/2026CONTACT: Jacob Wagner, Public Health Strategist(715) 421-8907/jacob.wagner@woodcountywi.gov Families encouraged to participate in drug take back event on October 24 (WOOD COUNTY) – On Saturday, October 24th, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Wisconsin Department of Justice are sponsoring a prescription drug take back event throughout Wisconsin. Take back events provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of medications. Remember never
Prevail Bank is proud to announce the successful collection of 39,518 pounds (19.7 tons) of electronic waste through its free community E-cycling events held throughout its service area from June through early September 2026. The total amount collected is equivalent to the weight of nearly nine midsize pickup trucks, demonstrating the significant impact local communities can make when given convenient opportunities to recycle responsibly. "At Prevail Bank, giving back to our communities means
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
The Big Picture Every small business in Central Wisconsin faces a common truth — risk isn’t optional, but good preparation is. From contracts to insurance, proactive legal planning is not about paranoia; it’s about stability and credibility.TL;DR Use clear written contracts to define expectations and reduce disputes. Maintain the right insurance coverage — liability, property, cyber, and more. Create employee and operations policies that prevent legal missteps. Understand tools like hold
In today’s digital economy, smaller companies face the same expectations as enterprise players — instant responses, professional systems, and seamless customer experiences. The good news? You don’t need corporate budgets to perform like one. The right combination of strategy, technology, and visibility can level the field faster than ever. TL;DR Small businesses can compete with larger competitors by focusing on speed, personalization, and professionalism.Key moves include: Automating repetitive
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
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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