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Owen and Withee are the little twin cities of Wisconsin. Although two
separate municipalities,
the Village of Withee and the City of Owen are
located only 1 mile apart, but operate and cooperate as one community.
The City of Owen was founded by the lumber baron, John S. Owen, in
1883, and was incorporated in 1904. One of the most historical buildings
remaining in our community is the Old Woodland Hotel on Main Street built by
the Owen Lumber Company in the early 1900s. The historical Carriage House,
along with the gymnasium, are being refurbished.
In Owen, one might enjoy a nature walk in the majestic forests along the
Popple River, a picnic at the Owen Park watching the colorful ducks or
watching the sunset from the High Bridge.
Owen offers a paved bike trail
that leads to the village of Withee for the dedicated roller bladers, bike
riders and walkers. Winter offers fantastic ski and snowmobile trails and
sledding down Tennis Shoe Hill. Hunters and fisherman will benefit from the
woodlands and multitude of lakes and streams in the area. For the avid
golfer, Owen boasts a beautiful nine-hole golf course to challenge your
talents.
Owen may be a small town in size, but it offers large opportunities. This
community also has a friendly atmosphere, where there no strangers, only
smiles and genuine concern for each other. Owen welcomes visitors and new
residents, so come see what's going on....in Owen!
The Village of Withee was founded in 1870, and named after a
school teacher from Maine, W.H. Withee and was incorporated as a village in
1901. The Soo Railroad brought in booming business to the area, developing
into the principal shipping point for D.J. Spaulding Mills. Withee retains
all its small town charm with a friendly population of 555 people.
Located just off the Black River, Withee offers many opportunities for
the outdoor enthusiast. The avid fisherman will find the perfect spot to
fish. The North Woods offers many opportunities for those who enjoy hunting.
The Sportsman Club offers trap shooting as well as bow and arrow targets.
For the active person, there is tennis, softball, biking, fishing, and
snowmobiling.
Stop by one of the friendly taverns to unwind and engage in friendly
conversation. Don't forget to stop at our local Mennonite stores for a real
taste of country life. Withee is now easily accessible from the new
four-lane Highway 29. Stop in and spend some time in Withee!
New Programs at
Withee Public Library
Owen
Library Celebrates 95 Years (article from O-W Enterprise Jan. 6, 2010
issue)
Owen-Withee's Book Club meets the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
Members share the books they've been reading and plan for future readings.
Disc cleaning is now available. Residents can drop off their DVDs, CDs
and CD-ROMs during regular hours and for $3 per disc have them cleaned and
get a call when they are ready to pick up.
Ask about new arrivals in all departments or look at their regular
newsletters. Withee Public Library is at 504 Division St.,
715-229-2010, and hours are Monday 10-5:30; Tuesday 10-5; Thursday 10-5;
Friday 10-5; and Saturday 10-2. |
