Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin – The City of Wisconsin Rapids and American Legion Post 9 announce the second annual Wisconsin Rapids Veterans Honor Walk.

From Memorial Day through Veterans Day, custom banners celebrating veterans will be hung on light poles along Grand Avenue, from 8th Street to City Hall. Booklets with maps and banner pictures will be placed inside businesses along the route.

To celebrate the unveiling of this year’s Veterans Honor Walk, the American Legion Post 9 will host an informal gathering at McMillan Memorial Library, 490 E Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids, on May 26, from 2 – 4 p.m.

“This year, the Veterans Honor Walk will have 40 banners commemorating the accomplishments and sacrifices of veterans and active service members in our community. Thank you for your service to our country,” said Mayor Shane Blaser.

Those interested in purchasing a banner for the 2024 Veterans Honor Walk can find an application at wirapids.org or at City Hall, 444 West Grand Avenue. The American Legion Post 9 will accept applications for 2024 until there are 40 approved applications, or until February 28, 2024.

First time banners will receive priority. Learn more by visiting wirapids.org or by contacting Jerry Krofta, American Legion Post 9, at 715-424-6260.
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If you have questions, please contact:
Jerry Krofta
715-424-6260
American Legion Post 9
4132 16th St. S
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494-4259

Mayor Shane Blaser has signed a proclamation for Public Works Week. 

Public Works Week is celebrated to recognize and raise awareness about the importance of public works in communities. It is typically observed during the third week of May.

​Public works refer to the infrastructure and services provided by government agencies and organizations that contribute to the well-being and quality of life for citizens. This includes a wide range of essential services such as road construction and maintenance, water and wastewater management, public transportation, parks and recreation facilities, solid waste management, and more.

Mayor Shane Blaser has made a proclamation recognizing National EMS Week, May 21st-27th, 2023.
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EMS Week is used to recognize all who work in the emergency medical system for their service and sacrifices. The City of Wisconsin Rapids thanks paramedics, EMTs, and the EMS workforce for their vital role in the community.

Mayor Shane Blaser has made a proclamation for National Police Week. 

National Police Week honors the law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. These heroes will never be forgotten for their ultimate sacrifice.

Beginning in 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation declaring May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the same calendar week as National Police Week.

Mayor Shane Blaser has made a proclamation for Child Care Provider Appreciation Day. The day honors and celebrates all child care providers and early educators. 

You can read the proclamation below: