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Wood County Gets Money for Obesity Prevention

Last Updated: 9:44 PM 03/19/10
Nearly $6 million dollars in federal stimulus money will be given to Wood and La Crosse Counties for obesity prevention.

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Willie Nelson Performance Postponed

Last Updated: 9:29 PM 03/19/10
Due to a scheduling conflict, the Willie Nelson concert set for Tuesday, March 23rd at the Grand Theater has been postponed.

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Inmate Mistakenly Released in Sheboygan

Last Updated: 8:46 PM 03/19/10
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. (AP) -- Sheboygan County officials say an inmate has been mistakenly released after a Corrections officer failed to notice the man's probation violation.

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Thousands of Residents in Danger of Having Power Cut Off Come April 15th

Last Updated: 6:12 PM 03/19/10
Now that winter is behind us, thousands of residents are in danger of having their power shut off.

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Program Empowers Hmong Students to Embrace Their Culture 0 Comments Last Updated: 6:05 PM 03/19/10 - Some area Hmong students are learning about their culture with the help of Sunrise 7 anchor Bao Vang. (Full Story)
Prepare to Fall in Love with Ebony 0 Comments Last Updated: 4:24 PM 03/19/10 - The Humane Society of Marathon County is still trying to pay off 7-month-old Ebony’s surgery. The Chihuahua came into the shelter a few weeks ago with a broken leg. (Full Story)
Local Fire Departments Out a Ladder Truck For Awhile 0 Comments Last Updated: 6:09 PM 03/19/10 - Two fire departments are out a ladder truck while it gets some needed repairs. (Full Story)
UW-Stevens Point Chancellor Finalists Named 0 Comments Last Updated: 6:13 PM 03/19/10 - The University of Wisconsin System has named the six finalists vying to become the next the chancellor at UW-Stevens Point. (Full Story)
Doyle, Lawton Both Gone: Who's the Governor? 2 Comments Last Updated: 4:31 PM 03/19/10 - Gov. Jim Doyle and Lt. Gov. Barb Lawton are both out of the state this week, begging the question: Who's in charge? (Full Story)
Farmers Could Soon Be Able to Sell Raw Milk 0 Comments Last Updated: 6:07 PM 03/19/10 - Dairy farmers are one step closer to being allowed to sell raw milk. (Full Story)
Wienermobile on Tour in Central Wisconsin 0 Comments Last Updated: 10:36 AM 03/19/10 - The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be making round through Central Wisconsin. Stops include grocery stores in Stevens Point, Wisconsin Rapids, and Marshfield. (Full Story)
Wis. Protesters Mark 7th Anniversary of Iraq War 0 Comments Last Updated: 3:22 PM 03/19/10 - Protesters across the state are marking the seventh anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. (Full Story)
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Founding of Republican Party to be Re-Enacted
The founding of the Republican Party is being re-enacted in the same one-room schoolhouse where the original event took place more than 150 years ago.
Tea Party Convention in Wisconsin Dells This Weekend
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Dozens of Wisconsin groups affiliated with the tea party movement will gather this weekend at a Wisconsin Dells resort to discuss strategy, hear from national conservative leaders and Republican office holders, and look ahead to how they can influence the 2010 elections.
Merrill Lawmaker Donald Friske to Retire
Merrill Republican Representative Donald Friske is retiring.
Committee Delays Action Against Wis. Lawmaker
A special ethics committee considering a resolution to expel a Wisconsin lawmaker charged three times with driving under the influence has adjourned without taking any action.
Barrett: Focus As Gov. to be Jobs, Smart Spending
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett says his strategy as governor will center on two priorities: jobs and responsible spending.

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Beware of Scams During Tax Season
Local authorities and the IRS are reminding you to beware of identity theft scams this tax season.
Two Flavors of Pringles Chips Recalled
Procter & Gamble is recalling two flavors of its Pringles chips, "Cheeseburger" and "Taco Night" because they may be tainted with Salmonella.
New Scam Comes to Your Doorstep
If you are not careful, a new scam could cost you. This one comes right to your front door.
Scholarships Available to Young Cancer Survivors
The American Cancer Society is offering scholarships to young cancer survivors looking to further their education.
Wing Prices Soaring
They are a favorite among sports fans, families and really anyone who likes food, but their growing popularity has their cost climbing.

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Wienermobile on Tour in Central Wisconsin
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be making round through Central Wisconsin. Stops include grocery stores in Stevens Point, Wisconsin Rapids, and Marshfield.
Olympians Visit Wis. Schools to Promote Healthy Lifestyles
Former Olympians Casey FitzRandolph and Suzy Favor Hamilton visited a Western Wisconsin school to promote the importance of staying fit. Favor Hamilton is former Stevens Point grad, Badger Alumnus and three time Olympic star.
Colby Middle School Teachers to Shave Heads for St. Baldrick's
Friday afternoon four teachers at Colby Middle School will shave their head to raise awareness for pediatric cancer research. The event is in conjunction will the St. Baldrick's Foundation.
Scholarship Set up in Memory of Craig Meyers
A scholarship has been set up in memory of the Western Technical College student who was found dead in the Mississippi River in February.
Western Wis. Town Receives Grant to Curb Underage Drinking
The Onalaska Police Department has received a Comprehensive Alcohol Risk Reduction grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

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Ocean Spray to Feature Wis. Cranberry Farmers on Product Labels
Jim Bible has been growing cranberries for nearly 3 decades. He says it's a unique way to make a living. His story along with his face will be on the labels of Ocean Spray juice bottles soon.
Alcohol a Factor in UW-Eau Claire Student's Fatal Fall
A University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire student from Minnesota is dead after accidentally falling from an elevated walkway at an apartment complex.
Wienermobile on Tour in Central Wisconsin
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be making round through Central Wisconsin. Stops include grocery stores in Stevens Point, Wisconsin Rapids, and Marshfield.
Colby Middle School Teachers to Shave Heads for St. Baldrick's
Friday afternoon four teachers at Colby Middle School will shave their head to raise awareness for pediatric cancer research. The event is in conjunction will the St. Baldrick's Foundation.
Wis. Legislators Consider End to Religious Exception
State lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow prosecutors to charge parents who refuse medical help for their children on religious grounds with child abuse.

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Wood County Gets Money for Obesity Prevention
Nearly $6 million dollars in federal stimulus money will be given to Wood and La Crosse Counties for obesity prevention.
Wisconsin Gets an "F" for Colorectal Cancer Prevention
Wisconsin is getting a failing grade when it comes to screening for a deadly form of cancer.
8 from Wis. Hospital Get Legionnaire's Disease
CUDAHY, Wis. (AP) -- A Milwaukee-area hospital says eight people who have been patients there in the last month have been diagnosed with Legionnaire's disease.
Air Quality Warning in Effect for Wisconsin
The DNR says pollution from things like car exhaust and factories is high, because there is not much movement in the air.
Scholarships Available to Young Cancer Survivors
The American Cancer Society is offering scholarships to young cancer survivors looking to further their education.

Health Headlines

Air Quality Warning in Effect for Wisconsin
The DNR says pollution from things like car exhaust and factories is high, because there is not much movement in the air.
Tsunami Evacutions: Wisconsin Connections
The tsunami warnings in Hawaii Saturday caused some anxious moments for some Wisconsinites.
Snow Causing Slick Roads, Several Accidents
Several accidents have been reported along a stretch of Highway 29 around the Wittenberg and Hatley areas.
Wisconsin To Join Midwestern Earthquake Drill Next Year
Wisconsin will join a massive Midwestern earthquake readiness drill next year.
It's National Weatherperson's Day!
It's National Weatherperson's Day. It's not only an important day for Storm Team 7, but for all weather observers in our country.

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Filling Out Your Bracket - Tips from Local High School Coaches
Get your game face on! It's time for March Madness. Check out how area coaches are picking their brackets.
Antigo Suffers First Loss at Bad Time
Antigo's only loss of the season comes on the State's biggest stage ending season.
Thursday's Girls Sectional Semifinal Results
Results from Thursday's Girls Sectional semifinal action.
Marquette Suffers Another Close Loss, Out of Tournament
Lazar Hayward misses desperation three at buzzer as Marquette falls short against Washington.
Undersized Wofford Ready for Badgers
The smallest team in the tournament not expected to bow down to Badgers.

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