Lena, WI

Located in Oconto County along Highway 141, Lena is a quiet, close-knit village with roots in Wisconsin's timber and railroad days. Originally called Maple Valley, the settlement grew up along Jones Creek into a friendly, grounded community surrounded by rolling farmland. It offers a relaxed rural pace with plenty of open space, while keeping residents an easy drive away from Green Bay.

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Day-to-day life centers around a practical village core filled with hometown essentials, from local diners and small businesses to the community school campus. Major employers like Saputo Cheese anchor the local economy, reflecting the area's strong dairy roots. That farming pride comes alive every September at Dairyfest, a popular weekend festival that brings neighbors together for parades, tractor pulls, and great food.