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Nekoosa
Liner notes
A midwestern folk song with vocals and lyrics about the rushing waters of the Wisconsin River flowing past Nekoosa. The lyrics tell the story of the old paper mill workers and the colorful murals that line Market Street today. It captures the spirit of a small town where ATVs roll down the streets and the legacy of the swift water lives on.
Researcher notes
Song research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Market Street
- State Highway 73
- NELL Trail
Other
- Population of about 2,500 people
Geography
- Wisconsin River
- Swallow Rock
- Whitney Rapids
Culture
- Pioneer festivals at Point Basse
- ATV and UTV riding on city streets
Architecture and visuals
- Giant colorful murals on Market Street
- Historic 1800s wooden structures at Point Basse
Landmarks
- Historic Point Basse
- Wakely House
- 1937 WPA-built library
History
- Named Nįįkuusra by the Ho-Chunk and Chippewa
- Daniel Whitney built the first sawmill in 1831
Businesses and industry
- Domtar Nekoosa Paper Mill
- Nekoosa Coated Products
- Goodfella's Pizza
Research sources
Visual research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Market Street
Other
- Clear midwestern weather
Geography
- Wisconsin River rapids
- Wooded riverbanks
Culture
- Outdoor living history museum
Architecture and visuals
- Colorful murals on downtown brick buildings
- Rustic wooden cabins at Point Basse
Landmarks
- Wakely House
- 1937 WPA-built library building
History
- 1800s frontier settlement buildings
Businesses and industry
- Paper mill industrial structures
Research sources
UntitledWave · City Pride
Put Nekoosa on the map.
A little town deserves to make some noise.
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Locals have claimed Nekoosa
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