TEDCOR’s Visit Oconto County Wins 2025 Wisconsin Tourism Trailblazer Award for “One Mile, One Minute” Campaign
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OCONTO COUNTY, WI – TEDCOR’s Visit Oconto County brand has been awarded the 2025 Wisconsin Tourism Trailblazer Award for Outstanding Marketing Campaign (Budget Under $1.5 Million) by Destinations Wisconsin. The award was presented at the organization’s annual Fall Conference on November 6, recognizing the “One Mile, One Minute” campaign for its innovative approach to destination marketing and transformative impact on rural community visibility.
Oconto County Casts Wide Net: Launches Major Economic Impact Study on Angling and Outdoor Recreation, Seeks Angler Input
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TEDCOR OCONTO, WI – TEDCOR, Oconto County’s official Destination Marketing Organization, has launched a comprehensive economic impact study focusing on angling and broader outdoor recreation. In collaboration with Wisconsin’s Office of Outdoor Recreation, this initiative aims to quantify the significant contributions of fishing enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers to the local economy, gathering vital data to enhance visitor experiences.
“This study is an incredible opportunity to truly understand and demonstrate that economic impact,” said Kelly Schwartz, Director of Marketing and Communications for TEDCOR. “Your input is invaluable! We invite all anglers and outdoor recreation visitors to participate in a short, five-minute online survey to help us understand and enhance the outdoor experience and its economic contribution to Oconto County for years to come.”
Oconto County tries to lure NFL draft tourists, but not many are biting
As Green Bay prepares for a massive influx of tourists for the 2025 Draft, Oconto County hoped to draw some visitors north with affordable lodging options and online videos featuring 14 communities. The promotional videos, showcasing local charm, have garnered significant views online, aiming to create lasting awareness of the region beyond the draft.
Oconto County eyeing NFL Draft visitors
Visitors to the NFL draft in Green Bay later this month have an option when it comes to finding a place to stay, eat or just chill out.
They can head north to Oconto County.
The county’s border with Brown County is less than 30 minutes from Lambeau Field, where most of the draft activities will be held April 24-26.
TEDCOR Launches Emergency Nano Loan Program to Support Hospitality Businesses Affected by Winter Weather
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TEDCOR Launches Emergency Nano Loan Program to Support Hospitality Businesses Affected by Winter Weather.
Census numbers show Wisconsin population grew nearly 2% from 2020 to early 2024
TOWN OF DOTY, Wis. — The Town of Doty in northern Oconto County sees a wide variation in population throughout the year.
Town Chairman Andrew Stemp said it can range from more than 3,000 in the summer to 300 the rest of the year.
Lena Project works to address rural housing shortage
LENA, Wis. — Framing on a new apartment complex in Lena got underway just before Thanksgiving. It’s called The Urban Loft, and it’s being developed by Rival Properties…
For small towns, Wisconsin’s gun deer hunt season is crucial to the economy
“Because we rely so heavily on outdoor recreation, we know that hunting seasons are crucial for our local communities…
The Urban Loft Apartments Coming to Lena in Spring 2025
Rival Properties LLC is proud to announce the construction of The Urban Loft, a market rate apartment complex located at 303 N. 3rd Street in the Village of Lena. This project will comprise of 80 apartment units over three phases.
Data says visitors love Oconto County as area sees recording-breaking year in 2023
Oconto County tourism had a record year in 2023, contributing …