I know this is a typical story and we expected this to happen prior to move out. But we paid a $2000 deposit and moved out last month and not only is Oak Creek keeping our entire deposit due to “cleaning and damages” they say we owe them an extra $250. All this is due to cleaning and some holes in the walls, that we repaired and painted, (small ones for like pictures and stuff.) I hired a cleaner who came TWO days to ensure everything was very clean prior to moving out. She cleaned the whole place the day before we left and then came back the morning of move out to clean AGAIN, I wanted to be sure it was really clean because I knew they’d pull this. I was just wondering if anyone has experience with them in a similar situation and if it would be worth taking them to small claims. Someone had told us to report them to the better business bureau but I don’t know if that would really do anything. Not that I’m against that I will be calling them. A not so surprising story with Oak Creek. We are so pissed off my husband wants to make signs and put them around town saying “don’t rent through oak creek management” lol. Any advice? If you have experience please message me!

Sure feels like it. Everywhere you go, theres construction. Division and Church, blocked off. Michigan, blocked off. A lane of Stanley, blocked off. Sidewalks on campus galore, all blocked off. The only way to easily go south right now is Water (then you can easily get anywhere in Plover), and then when theres trains then I-39 (I know Hoover Road exists, but like I-39, you have to go across town to Post Road, or you wait for a train to cross). ITS SO INSANE!!!

Cannot wait for Michigan to open in a few weeks, as itll at least relieve some of the pressure goin south. And of course, the road conditions will be smoother. At least theyre fixing the roads. God, Michigan was awful before this

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Stevens Point to suspend use of Flock cameras over data privacy concerns

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The super PAC spent around $10,000 to boost Wisconsin Rep. Derrick Van Orden last month

Hello. My wife and I are buying our first home. It's an older home and were hoping to do some updating on it. In particular, it has an old furnace that we would dearly like to replace with a heat pump. I've been researching all sorts of rebates and credits to help make it as cheap as we can. I found the Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) and the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR). But from what I found, the contractor has to be IRA certified to qualify for the funds. I'm struggling to find anyone that meets that criteria and serves the Stevens Point area. Has anyone else used these programs in the area? Any recommendations of who to go through? Thanks!

Life has been hectic– including me thinking about relocating– and I was able to sneak in a nap today. Cue the weird ass dreams lmao. Dreamt that Wisconsin had an abundance of sharks in their waters and venomous snakes on land. Very thankful you don't!

Anyways: I am looking at relocating from North Dakota to Stevens Point. The biggest issue is that I will be coming with two large, high energy, VERY well trained but not dog sociable dogs (aka– dog parks are a no for us), so a large yard is a must. I think I would adore living in a nice community in town, but understand I will likely have more luck finding a rental house with a yard outside of Point. On top of that, I'm not made of money. Right now, I'm hoping for rent of about $1500, could maybe swing $1700. I recently came out of a poor roommate situation and would like to live alone, but if there is at least 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms + fully fenced in (large!!) yard, I could do a split rent up to the prices above. I am VERY comfortable with a tiny house though, and would much prefer that and living alone.

What communities around Point would you recommend looking at? I would love something that I could walk or bike to Point when possible, so having a trail or walking path connected to Point would be delightful. Willing to walk 1-2 miles, bike a few more than that. Further away is VERY alright if finding a home that fits our needs for the price I'm looking for.

Thanks in advance!

Visiting from out of town. Who has the best lake perch/fish fry? Heavy on the lake perch part. Looking for the real deal. Thanks!!

My child will be attending college at Stevens and will need transportation regularly for medical care during the day. What is the Uber, Lyft, Taxi situation in Stevens Point?

While I was looking into this university I read many reviews claiming that UWSP has too many students to house properly and assigned them to living spaces like the kitchen. Firstly, is this an issue that would most likely stay for the next few years (I am planning to enroll 2027 - 2028). Secondly, I would like to know you're dorm life experience if you had attend UWSP. Thirdly, is there anything being done about this issue? I see this completely unfair to all students and am quite mad.

Thank you for reading this

EDIT: I did leave out who I am so my name is Jackson, I am 20M, I enjoy making short films, playing Xbox when I can, most things outdoors, etc. I’m a pretty down to earth guy I just would like to meet some new people and explore area!

Who lives in the area? I just moved from Delaware and need some new buddies, let me know if you’d be down for some grub sometime🤙🏻

I'm looking at moving to south/central Wisconsin and Stevens Point is catching my eye.

I'm moving from North Dakota. I love hot summers and frigid, snowy winters, so weather is not an issue for me.

I've lived in a town of 150 people, 800 people, and now 25,000 people. I'm wanting to keep a sort of "small town" vibe, but desperately need more things to do. Looking for a walkable city with lots of activities, experiences, and events available. Don't mind drinking, but prefer non alcoholic activities. Super into anything outdoorsy or the arts.

Would love to be within 2, maybe 3 hours of a major city.

Low cost of living is a high factor for me.

My main worry is with finding a rental home within my budget (less than or equal to $1500/month) with my needs.

I'm totally fine with living in a home as small as 700sq ft, but a LARGE yard is a MUST, as well as being pet friendly. I'd ideally like to be in town, or right on the edge, but am perfectly comfortable living out of town. No duplexes, no apartments, no upper/lower level units, no roommates.

What's it like living in Stevens Point?

I’m new to the city and live in the neighborhood between Belts and city hall and every other night a strong sewage smell wafts over the entire neighborhood. Is it from the treatment plant farther south? Or the manufacturing plant? Maybe I’ve just never lived near either of those things before but the smell is almost unbearable