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Get ready for another weekend full of live music, food, drinks, games, and more! There will be activities for all ages this weekend at the 1st annual Bucktober Fest. Happening for the first time ever, the Bucktober fest is brought to you by Medford Kiwanis and P-Town Saloon, and it's all happening right here in Perkinstown, WI. This Saturday, September 17, 2022 Start Saturday off with the UTV Poker Run at 10:30 am through the beautiful Chequamegon National Forest, this is bound to be a unique run to remember, everyone will be meetings at P-Town Saloon. After the run, the Kiwanis Food Stand will be open at 12:00pm offering hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, and sweet corn to get you re-energized after the run. Kids' games and activities will also start at noon if they need to burn more energy, another great reason to bring the family! There will be a walk-around and basket raffle, a beer garden, and even live music by Jackson Taylor and Steven Nix from 12:00-4:00 pm, and Sage from 6:00-10:00 pm. Camping over the course of the weekend is available, see more details in the poster below! The 1st annual Bucktober Fest is the first of its kind and we are looking forward to all of the fun this weekend. Bring the family, come rest, and enjoy one of the last events of September. Medford Motors will be out to support our community in any way that we can, but we want to thank the P-town Saloon and Medford Kiwanis for hosting this event.

Celebrating the Athens Fair in Athens, WI, Come out between August 18, 7:00 AM – August 21, 7:00 PM, there will be events back to back all weekend for you and the family to enjoy. Stay the whole time or pick what days you would like to come out, we are excited to have you! Schedule of Events! The fun is endless this weekend; check out the horse shows, bargain days, and fireworks on Thursday! On Friday there will be a dog show, horse pull, and a tractor pull. Then on Saturday, there will be a couple more shows to visit like the Gladiolus and the Dairy performances. On Sunday, stop by the farmers market before the parade, afterwards, there will be bingo and livestock exhibits! Come Out For A Long Weekend of Excitement! Our dealership is happily supporting the community this weekend at the Athens Fair! Look out for us on Sunday as we drive through the parade at 1:15 pm on Sunday! We hope everyone can make it this weekend in support of our community and home.

Parkfest 2022 is in full swing here in Medford, WI on August 18th, hosted by our Chamber of Commerce and Medford Cooperative. This is a special event filled with live music, food, beverages, kids' activities, vendors, and even swimming! The excitement will continue all day, rain or shine we will be having a good time! Parkfest is bringing in Jerrod Niemann to play at our Medford City Park. Medford City Park | August 18th, 2022 Limited VIP- $90, includes a wristband for 2 drinks at VIP-only bar, and grin & grip with Jerrod Niemann here after the show! 4 pm - Grounds Open 4:30 - 7 pm Craft time with the Medford Library 5 pm - Weather Shield 5k Glow Run 5 pm - Filled backpack giveaway (Child must be present) Start the weekend off right! Our team at Medford Motors will be shooting off free t-shirts with our cannon so be sure to get our attention as we are firing them! We are happy to be supporting the community, come join us this weekend and start it off fun, we hope to see you out there!

Saturday, August 13, 2022 | 8:00 am - 11:00 am Ice Age Days is a festival to celebrate the heritage of Rib Lake, WI, and its connection to the National Ice Age Trail. This event is also Rib Lake’s biggest fundraising celebration of the year. Local organizations raise money together by selling food & drinks and raffle tickets to the community. Please come out, support our home, and join all of the fun! Food Court: Corn Roast, Hamburgers, Brats, Hotdogs & Drinks – Sponsored by Rib Lake Fish & Game Grilled Burgers, Brats, Corn Dogs, Cheese Curds & Drinks – Sponsored by Rib Lake Lions Club Food & Refreshments – Sponsored by Rib Lake Fire Department Saturday Events: 8:00 am – Car Show Registration 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – 16th Annual Car Show 11:00 am – Main Street Bean Bag Tournament Registration 12:00 pm – Main Street Bean Bag Tournament Begins – Sponsored by Rib Lake Fish & Game 12:00 pm – Wenzel’s Carnival Rides Begin (all ages) 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Gun Show @ lce Age Pavillion 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm – The Strat Cats Live Music 8:00 pm – Midnight – Street Dance: Music by “28 Special” See You This Weekend! You won't want to miss out on all of the excitement this weekend, Medford Motors- your neighborhood Ford dealer, will be in attendance as well. We are excited to support the community and to celebrate the 33rd Annual Ice Age Days here in Rib Lake, WI.

Packing for your next wilderness adventure with the spacious cargo area that your Ford Bronco Sport comes equipped with? Here are some local camping destinations for you to go to when you want to spend the night out in the rugged backcountry. All of these campsites can be found in and around Medford, WI, letting you reconnect with nature without traveling far. 1. Picnic Point Campground Just like the name would suggest, Picnic Point Campground is the perfect destination to bring a meal to enjoy in the open air and sunshine. As well as making the perfect place for your next picnic, there are campsites here that let you rough it through the night, giving you the full wilderness experience. You can launch a kayak or canoe on the waterfront here, too, among other outdoor activities to partake in during your visit. more 2. Medford Park Campground Some of the best campsites that our area has to offer can be found at Medford Park Campground. The walkway that passes through and around the nearby pond is a nice place to have a nature walk, giving you a serene environment to unwind in. You might even encounter some of the local wildlife that calls our area home, such as the fish or waterfowl that can often be found at the pond. 3. Chippewa Campground The peace and quiet you'll find at Chippewa Campground is a guaranteed remedy for all the stress that modern life can bring. The sites here are affordable to rent, too, letting you plan your outdoor excursion without spending big. The roads here are well-maintained to make finding your campsite simple as can be, and there are also restrooms to give you comfortable amenities throughout your experience. 4. Spearhead Point Shelter Another taste of the natural world that thrives throughout our region is waiting for campers at Spearhead Point Shelter. There's a camp store here that lets you stock up on all the essentials you need to bring to your site, perfect for those moments when you forgot to pack something for your outdoor adventure. The nature that will surround you throughout your visit here will create a relaxing atmosphere that lets you get away from the noise of day-to-day life. 5. West Point Campground Looking for the seclusion and quiet that you can only get out in the remote wilderness? The highly private campsites at West Point Campground have exactly the sort of atmosphere that you're looking for during your nature getaway. This family-friendly campsite is the perfect place to bring your family to get connected with nature with those you love. The fresh spring water available here has a refreshing quality that beats tap water by a mile. All of these campsites are just a short drive away, letting you experience the wild side of our area without needing to go far. Get a vehicle ready to handle any challenges that you encounter in the rugged wilderness by visiting our dealership. Find the ideal vehicle to bring to your campsite at Medford Motors!

The 56th annual Cheese Days are back this weekend in Colby, WI! Home of the world-famous Colby cheese. This is a weekend-long event so there will be fun, food, and drinks going from this Friday to this Sunday. Check out the official flyer for more details and all of the sponsors of the event, sourced from Colby Cheese Day's Facebook Page! Friday 15 th - Free Beer and Music Starting at 6:00 pm today, for patrons older than 21 years of age there will be free beer (until gone) courtesy of the Colby Chamber! With food stands, the local softball tournament, Lions Bingo and live music from “Around Town” you will stay more than busy with fun and excitement. Saturday 16 th - Run For Jamison The Colby Cheese Days Race will commence on Saturday starting with the Jamison Kampmeyer Memorial Mile and Kids Race at 8:15 am, and the 5k/10k will start at 8:45 am. This event is dedicated to the memory of Lt. Jamison Kampmeyer. Also after the run, look out for the car and ATV show, more food, and drinks will be available, as well as a bench-pressing contest! Sunday 17 th – Parade and more! On Sunday, the Colby “Real” Cheese Days Parade will be starting at noon and the line-up will be at the Colby High School. The line-up is first come first serve. The route will go down to West Adams Street, take a right, then turn left onto 3rd Street and end on Broadway. When the parade passes, be on the lookout for your local Ford dealership, Medford Motors! Following the parade, you can watch the World Championship Cheese Curd Throw, the Farm Tractor Pull, the Colby Show Choir, and much more. Come on down this weekend! Welcoming all of our neighbors from Curtiss, Abottsford, Dorchester, Unity, Medford, and anyone else in the area that can make it! We are eager to continue our summer fun, come out, rest, listen to music, make memories, and get some extra sun!

Bluegrass Festival in the Medford Area The bluegrass festival “Grass On The Black” is back this summer in the Medford, WI area this weekend on July 9 th and 10 th! Local restaurants and food trucks will be here with your favorite beverages and foods, while live music is played throughout the day, come dance the night away! Stay overnight on Saturday through the available river campsites and wake up on Sunday to get breakfast and start your day making more great memories and listening to even more live music! July 9th and 10th Band Schedule A Weekend of Resting, Having Fun, and Making Memories! Medford Motors will be out enjoying the summer and music as always! We hope to see you this weekend, we are all excited to keep the summer going here in our community and are grateful for the Medford, WI Area Chamber of Commerce for this event!

Independence Day is in full swing this weekend here in Taylor County! Everyone will be getting together across the country and here at home in Wisconsin to celebrate our great nation. more 4th of July in Perkinstown, WI Be sure to visit Perkinstown, WI for their 4th of July events in the park! The Buckfest starts on July 3rd at 5 pm and lasts till dark with fireworks happening at dusk! Expect drinks, food, and live music (with no cover charge!) On July 4th at 1 pm, there will be a D.J. in the park and the annual Independence Day parade. The Lublin Lions Club will offer cold beer! Independence day in Jumpriver, WI Jumpriver will also be having their 43rd annual July 4th celebration this year with the parade starting at 11 am, and the popular tractor pull and horseshoe pitches are occurring at noon (remember to sign up at 11:30 am!) The Kid’s Pedal Pull will also be occurring today and all of these events will be held at the Jumpriver Community Park. Food and refreshments will be available as well as a Free Fireworks Display by Big Daddy’s Fireworks starting at 10:00 pm. And the 4 th of July events this year are sponsored by the Jump River Lions! Have a Great Weekend from us here at Medford Motors! Happy Independence Day from us here at Medford Motors, your favorite car dealership in Taylor County! We are so proud to be a part of this wonderful community that we get to call home. Come down and have some fun with us this July 4th and look for us in both parades this weekend!

The 64 th annual Dorchester Days are finally upon us here in Dorchester, Wisconsin! Once a year our community gathers together as a testament to our long-standing sense of unity, reconnecting with both new and familiar faces to celebrate simply for the sake of family. Whether you’re local to Clark and Marathon counties or visiting from out of town, we encourage everyone to come out for an extended weekend filled with endless food and fun! Thursday Start your fun before the crowd arrives! To kick off the early weekend with some family fun, you can expect reduced Carnival ticket prices on Thursday from 5:00-9:00pm! You can also dive headfirst into the food stand, which will be open from 6:00-9:00pm—just in time for dinner! And don’t forget to stop by the beer tent, where beers start at just $1.00! Friday Only on Friday can you witness the highly anticipated Championship Tractor Pulling, a Dorchester essential and a must-see for any who haven’t witnessed it. Additionally, live music played by Boogie And The Yo-Yoz will have the whole family dancing the night away! Saturday Get ready to keep the excitement going on Saturday morning for the 1 st Annual Bloody Mary 5k run/walk/crawl and the 20 th Annual Car & Truck show! There will also be a Volleyball Tournament held at the park starting at noon. Live music by the stray cats will begin at 3:00pm and go until 7:00pm, followed by live music by Chris Kroeze beginning at 8:00pm until 9:30pm. Truck Pulls begin at 5:00pm, featuring the Mid-State Pullers of Wisconsin! Sunday On Sunday you won’t want to miss out on the charcoal chicken dinner, which starts as early as 10:30am and keeps goin’ ‘til it’s gone! Carry-out will also be available if you feel like checking out a little early. Also be sure to experience the parade that starts at 1:00pm and look out for your favorite local business and organizations participating, as we are so excited to be apart of it here at Medford Motors! See you this weekend! Make the most of this beautiful weekend and relish in the live music, Badgerland’s rides and amusements, and in the seemingly endless food and beer! Come on down, relax, and have a good time with your family this weekend! This year’s events will take place on June 17 th, 18 th, 19 th, and 20 th at 250 Parkside Drive, Dorchester, WI 54425. If you are looking for a great way to kick off the summer and you are nearby in Owen, Curtiss, Abbotsford, or Athens, all the excitement is happening right down the road, only about 15 minutes south of us here in Medford, WI. The Dorchester Days is a community-inspired and immeasurably supported event so all money raised will go towards local organizations. At Medford Motors we love to support and be part of the community, come celebrate with us this weekend!

While zipping through the Medford, WI area on an empty stomach, you could find yourself thinking about nothing but tasty sandwiches on fresh artisan bread piled high with delicious fillings and toppings and condiments ... oh, my. So, we thought we might suggest a few sandwich places in and around Medford where you might find such hot or cold delights. 1. Medford Cafe Serving breakfast and lunch with diner-style faves, sandwiches here run to the classic including burgers, melts, and hearty hot subs like the Philly steak, gyro, Reuben, fried or grilled chicken, fried fish, and BLT options. A wrap might suit in a chicken or taco choice, served with fries or a cup of soup. For your comfort food fix, you may quite enjoy the selection at 403 S 8th Street, Medford, WI 54451. more 2. Sandwich Sisters Open Monday, Friday, and Saturday, this sandwich specialty shop offers solid deli-style favorites like pastrami, a Reuben and a Rachel, a Caprese, and a pork and Swiss cheese sandwich to name a few. They do have a mobile unit, a food truck, that you might find traveling through town on different days of the week, which stops to please locals at libraries, schools, and more. The storefront location is at 101 South Road, Eagle, WI 53119. 3. Riley's Sandwich Co. This location is dog-friendly and is all about quality hot steak, organic chicken, and vegetarian sandwiches. They offer around 9 gourmet steak takes that may feature cheese and toppings like bacon, avocado, horseradish, and even broccoli and kimchi. You'll find similar artisan attention to the chicken versions, including jerk chicken, a banh mi, an aji verde chicken, and more. There's dog merch too at 4473 N Oakland Avenue, Shorewood, WI, 53211. 4. 8th Street Restaurant and Saloon Italian fusion comfort foods await you here, and you can catch weekly specials like brat panini or tacos, and can we count calzones as sandwiches? A BBQ pulled pork panino is kind of a Mexican-Italian treat here, and you may also find a Greek chicken balsamic wrap. Grilled cheeses and Philly chicken, fish po'boy sandwiches, and patty melts are food for the soul. See what's on special at 145 S 8th Street, Medford, WI 54451. 5. Uncommon Ground If you're coffee or tea oriented, this cafe may suit you for breakfast and bakery goods as well as sandwiches. You'll like it even more if you're avocado oriented since that healthy green fruit is featured frequently in such items as avocado sourdough toast, the tuna avocado sandwich, and the turkey avocado English muffin, but don't overlook the brisket blue cheese sandwich, the jumbo burrito, and more at 118 S Main Street, Medford, WI 54451. Your new Ford EcoSport SE would be the perfect choice for hauling around a few big boxes of sandwiches to go, or maybe you're in the mood for a certified pre-owned Ford Escape if that's more your speed. Visit Medford Motors today to check out new and used options, and you'll quickly be on your way to the best sandwiches in town.

Medford, WI is home to some pretty great meals that you can find right here in your local community. That includes some juicy burgers that will blow you away from the first bite that you take. If you want to sink your teeth into the best burgers around, check out these local eateries. Cravings Once you get your first meal at Cravings, you'll understand how this place got its name, because you'll be craving another visit from the moment you walk out. Their Works burger comes hooked up with plenty of fixings and toppings to make it a truly exceptional sandwich. A blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheese together with crispy bacon, fresh mushrooms, sour cream, and green onion make this burger a cut above the average. more Phil & Elanor's Steak House Deliciously juicy steaks aren't the only thing that Phil & Elanor's Steak House specializes in; you can also find an incredible burger on the menu here. Their fresh steakhouse burger comes loaded with a half-pound of certified Hereford ground beef together with fried onions, sauteed mushrooms, and cheese for a premium flavor in every bite. An appetizer plate of cheese curds makes this perfect side dish to snack on alongside this delicious burger. The Sports Page For more than 30 years, The Sports Page has been the place to go in our town to enjoy some bowling with some amazing food to feast on throughout your game. Go for their jalapeno burger if you can handle a bit of fiery heat in your sandwich. You'll get a juicy one-third pound beef patty with melted pepper jack cheese and jalapeno peppers to raise the temperature a few degrees and make you feel the heat. Rocky's Cozy Kitchen Just about anything that you're craving can be found on the eclectic menu you'll have to choose from when you visit Rocky's Cozy Kitchen. Nothing beats their pizza burger in our book, giving you a tender beef patty stuffed with mozzarella cheese and flavored with mild Italian seasoning to give each bite an extra kick. Get yourself a root beer float or a milkshake to have something sweet to sip on alongside your burger. Medford Cafe While stopping in first thing in the morning for some breakfast at Medford Cafe is never a bad idea, it was their lunch menu and the delicious burgers they offer that kept us coming back for more. Their ABC Burger is one special sandwich, topped with avocado, bacon, and cheddar to give you a sensational flavor in each bite you take. Ask your server about the flavors they have available for their milkshakes to treat yourself to the ideal dessert. Burgers that are a cut above the rest are what you'll find at these local restaurants. Excellent vehicles and a commitment to your satisfaction is what you'll find when you come down to our dealership. Visit Medford Motors today and see what sets us apart from the competition!

Downtown Medford, Wisconsin Spring is now in full swing in Medford, WI! Maple sugaring season has been well underway since late February. This year on April 30th, the town is holding their 9th annual Maple Festival at their own Taylor County Fairgrounds, to celebrate the renowned sugar maple tree at the conclusion of its harvesting season. Deemed Wisconsin’s state tree in 1949, the sugar maple attracts thousands each year with its flashy display of red and golden leaves that never cease to amaze those who witness them. But most visitors end up staying to satisfy their sweet tooth, indulging in the seemingly endless ways to use maple syrup and sugar. Taylor County’s Maple Fest welcomes locals and visitors alike to experience how the sugar maple’s versatility connects the community, from maple-sweetened cuisine to wood crafting to rich tourism. Just be sure to wear layers to fully enjoy the northern spring season! more Making memories within the community Celebrations kick off Friday night at 6pm at Marilyn’s Fire House in downtown Medford, where visitors can enjoy live music and the beginning of many delectable maple treats. Saturday’s events start bright and early at 7am with a pancake breakfast at the county fairgrounds, served with Wisconsin’s pure maple syrup and paired with the delectable sausage and ham. From there, the day is filled with entertainment for all ages! Live music throughout the day sets the perfect jovial tone for springtime as crafters and food/beverage vendors offer a broad collection of sugar maple products to browse while enjoying the ambiance. Guests can observe behind the scenes on one of the many “Sugar Shack” tours offered and learn the process of creating pure maple syrup or engage in a cooking seminar demonstrating how to incorporate maple syrup into a plethora of different food dishes. There will also be a maple syrup judging contest to showcase the dedication that Wisconsin’s maple sugar-makers give to producing the best maple syrup in the county. Chainsaw sculpture demonstrations add a unique dimension to the day’s festivities as well, exhibiting striking art techniques that date back decades. Guests even have the potential opportunity to take a sugar maple home if entered in the maple tree giveaway! Other happenings to look for throughout the day include exploring the Taylor County Historical Museum (open until 3pm), riding the peddle tractor, and even indulging in a maple-flavored root beer float (a must-try in our book!). Click here for more information on all of this year's events. Bring the entire family! The Taylor County Maple Fest is also a fantastic playground for families! The Red Wagon Parade hits off at 10:30am, where The Taylor County Lions Club encourages children under the age of 12, along with their parents and teachers, to design their own float based on the theme, “Celebrate Wisconsin’s Maple Tree.” Ongoing throughout the event, the Maple Scavenger Hunt also provides all-day entertainment so parents can both enjoy themselves and participate with their children in an exciting, fun-loving game. Consider getting wildly creative with Mischief and Magic Out of Green Bay to add extra sparkle to the day, where kids can enjoy beautiful face painting, balloon twisting, and magic. There’s even a children’s bike raffle drawing--the cherry on top of a sensational family vacation, or just the cherry on top of another memorable maple festival for locals. Guests who wish to participate in a particular scheduled event must register beforehand and can access entry forms through the official website, along with any additional scheduling and event information. Spring Tradition in Medford, Wisconsin Maple sugaring is an age-old tradition that continues to fascinate, but only a lucky few actually get to witness the process firsthand. Medford, WI warmly invites everyone near and far to experience the historical sweetness and sense of community that the Taylor County Maple Festival consistently offers year after year, springtime after springtime. The festival will continue throughout Saturday afternoon, but it will only be around for one day, so don’t miss out on this noteworthy Wisconsin experience!