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Workers, Community Prepare for Brokaw Mill Closure
Last Updated: 11:12 AM 02/10/12 - The village of Brokaw prepares for the closure of a major Wausau area employer, Wausau Paper.
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Help the Boys and Girls Club of Portage County by Dining Out
Last Updated: 11:20 AM 01/30/12 - You can help the Boys and Girls Club of Portage County by dining at Buffalo Wild Wings in Stevens Point on Monday, January 30th.
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Trailer Park Residents May Lose Homes if Owner Doesn't Fix Problems
Last Updated: 5:51 PM 01/24/12 - Six trailers in the Bouche Kronenwetter Park, located on Old Hwy 51 have already been condemned, but other trailers are on the brink of becoming uninhabitable too.
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25 Year Brokaw Mill Employee Proud of Work
Last Updated: 6:37 PM 12/08/11 - Many of the employees, like John Case, 56, have worked at the mill for half their lives. Case isn't sure how to move forward after working at the mill for 25 years.
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Veterans Day Programs and Events
Last Updated: 5:37 PM 11/10/11 - Events taking place on November 11, 2011 to honor Veterans. Ceremonies throughout Central Wisconsin
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Biomass Lawsuit Against DNR Dismissed in Marathon Co. Court
Last Updated: 10:57 PM 09/29/11 - According to online court records, Marathon County Judge Mike Moran threw out the lawsuit that was filed by Save Our Air Resources, or S.O.A.R. last June.
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Marathon City Students Use iPads to Learn in New Ways
Last Updated: 6:47 PM 09/27/11 - iPads are popping up everywhere. You'll find people using them in workplaces, in the library and even restaurants. But one area school is using iPads in the classroom.
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Homecoming Competition Raises Money for Neighbors' Place
Last Updated: 6:45 PM 09/20/11 - It's not just hallway decorations and spirit days to keep students in the competitive spirit this homecoming week. The D.C. Everest student council is hoping a new rivalry fundraiser will help people in need.
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Heading to the Cranberry Fest in Eagle River? Expect Traffic Delays
Last Updated: 9:21 AM 09/16/11 - Are you traveling to Cranberry Fest from the West using Hwy 70? Expect delays as you enter Eagle River. To avoid this delay and to get you to Cranberry Fest in a timely manner, we are suggesting that you take the alternate route that has been set up.
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A Golden Opportunity for Central Wisconsin
Last Updated: 11:37 PM 09/12/11 - Gold mining may sound like a thing of the past, but one exploration company is looking to change that.
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Wis. Ceremony Planned to Mark Sept. 11 Anniversary
Last Updated: 8:18 PM 09/03/11 - A ceremony is planned at the Wisconsin state Capitol to mark the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
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428th Engineer Company Welcomed Home in Wausau
Last Updated: 7:56 AM 08/31/11 - The troops landed at Central Wisconsin Airport Tuesday night, but not without some prior complications.
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NEW INFO: Labor Council Changes Mind, GOP Allowed in Parade
Last Updated: 5:49 PM 08/31/11 - The Marathon County Labor Council is allowing Republicans to march in the Labor Day Parade.
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Race for the Cure Kicks off This Sunday
Last Updated: 6:10 PM 08/15/11 - This Sunday, thousands of people will come to Wausau for the second annual Susan G. Komen Central Wisconsin Race for the Cure.
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Pets Allowed on 400 Block Except During Special Events
Last Updated: 6:43 PM 08/10/11 - Tuesday night the council voted 3-2 in favor of a resolution that allows pets to accompany their owners as long as they're leashed.
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Lawmakers Working to Help Microbreweries
Last Updated: 8:24 PM 08/02/11 - In June a new beer industry bill became law, as part of the state budget. It's drawn a lot of attention and outrage so some lawmakers are looking to change it.
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Operation Deer Watch Begins
Last Updated: 5:47 PM 08/01/11 - Starting August 1st, you can help the DNR monitor deer populations in the state.
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Wisconsin State Fair Starts This Week With New Food Line-up
Last Updated: 6:09 PM 07/31/11 - The Wisconsin State Fair starts this week and it has quite the selection of new foods.
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Stevens Point Opens Storm Debris Collection Sites
Last Updated: 11:05 PM 07/26/11 - The city of Stevens Point is still recovering from last week's storms. Fallen trees and other damage caused power outages and a big mess for many residents. But the city is helping make cleanup easier.
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The Salvation Army Assists Higher Volume of Visitors Over Summer
Last Updated: 5:54 PM 07/26/11 - The Salvation Army in Wausau is preparing for one of the busiest times of the year. In addition to the holiday season, the end of each month and summer are when workers see an influx of people looking for a hot meal or items from the food pantry.
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Healthy Weston Fest Kicks Off
Last Updated: 10:40 PM 07/21/11 - The 3rd Annual Healthy Weston Fest kicked off Thursday with free bowling at Dale's Weston Lanes.
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Dog Injured After Fall into Quarry, Handlers Seeking Donations
Last Updated: 4:25 PM 07/19/11 - An emergency training exercise turns dangerous for a K-9 responder. While training on Rib Mountain Saturday morning, a K-9 fell 100 feet off a cliff, suffering serious injuries. And now, the dog's handlers are asking for your help so he can heal.
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Blood Drive Being Held Friday at Rothschild Village Hall
Last Updated: 10:52 PM 07/14/11 - The blood drive is from noon until 6 p.m. Friday, July 15th and again next week on July 28th and 29th at the Rothschild Village Hall at 211 Grand Avenue.
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Motorcyle Ride to Benefit Rapids Firefighter's Memorial
Last Updated: 11:08 AM 07/14/11 - The 3rd Annual Ride for the Memorial is slated for September 16th. All proceeds benefit the Firefighter's Memorial in Wisconsin Rapids.
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Fire Dept. Hosts Run/Walk Fundraiser to Buy Life-Saving Machines
Last Updated: 6:53 PM 07/13/11 - Money raised at an upcoming family fun run/walk in Rib Mountain will go toward life-saving technology.
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Non-Profit Sees Increase in Requests for Services, Seeks Volunteers
Last Updated: 6:33 PM 07/12/11 - Local non-profit group "Faith in Action" offers an opportunity to anyone who has anywhere from a couple hours a week or to a couple hours a year to make a difference in a person's life
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Antigo Bike Auction to be Held Saturday
Last Updated: 10:55 PM 07/08/11 - The Antigo Police Department will hold a bicycle auction Saturday, July 9.
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Construction Complete on Historic Stevens Point Downtown Square
Last Updated: 6:47 PM 07/05/11 - Reconstruction on the city's downtown square located on Main Street was recently completed. Leaders and the public gathered for the official ribbon cutting ceremony Monday.
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City of Wausau Extends Yard Waste Site Hours
Last Updated: 12:05 PM 07/05/11 - Due to the recent storm damage, the Yard Waste site will be open Tuesday, July 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The site will also be open the same hour on July 6th and July 7th.
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Veterans go on Motorcycle Run to Raise Money
Last Updated: 11:06 PM 07/04/11 - While we enjoy fireworks and cook-outs this Fourth of July, veterans remind us of the importance of remembering those who gave so much to secure our freedom.
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RV Use Increases Despite Higher Gas Prices
Last Updated: 8:51 PM 07/03/11 - RV parks have been called "the last small towns in America" and millions of people across the country are heading out this Independence Day weekend, despite higher fuel prices.
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Tomahawk Fundraiser Will Color the Streets
Last Updated: 9:43 PM 07/02/11 - This 4th of July weekend downtown Tomahawk will see some color thanks to local artists.
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Tomahawk Remodel Project Strives to Attract New Businesses to Downtown
Last Updated: 8:24 PM 07/02/11 - The community of Tomahawk is showing its support for local business owners. Volunteers came out to the downtown area today, to help with a project that strives to bring new business to the city.
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Volunteers Fulfill Needs Through Undergarment and Toiletries Drives
Last Updated: 7:12 PM 06/29/11 - They're the volunteers behind the popular "Fill a backpack, Fill a need" program providing thousands of area families with school supplies. But, the Workplace Volunteer Council also collects toiletries and undergarments.
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4th of July Fireworks Schedule
Last Updated: 3:49 PM 06/28/11 - Here a list of what communities in our area have planned for the 4th of July
4th of July Fireworks Schedule
Last Updated: 9:57 AM 07/01/11 - Here a list of what communities in our area have planned for the 4th of July
Discover Wisconsin Gets a New Host
Last Updated: 10:53 PM 06/25/11 - MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- A woman from southeastern Wisconsin is the newest host of the weekly tourism show, Discover Wisconsin.
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Lots to do in NorthCentral Wisconsin This Weekend
Last Updated: 8:28 AM 06/24/11 - From Cranberry Blossom Fest to kayaking, there is plenty of stuff going on to keep you busy this weekend in NorthCentral Wisconsin.
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Group Tries to Keep Weston Bus Route Alive
Last Updated: 10:50 PM 06/21/11 - A group of local residents is trying to convince the Weston Board of Trustees to reconsider ending funding to the Metro Ride's Route K bus line.
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Downtown Wausau Businesses Hopeful 400 Block Will Boost Sales
Last Updated: 11:04 PM 06/20/11 - Construction orange has been a familiar color for businesses surrounding the 400 Block, but now that it's complete, owners hope they'll be seeing more green.
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Domtar Gives Okay to Bio-Mass Agreement, Construction to Begin
Last Updated: 9:28 PM 06/20/11 - Monday Domtar agreed to revisions requested by the Wisconsin Public Service Commission to pay more for steam. That will prevent a cost increase to We Energies customers.
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Green Bay Foundation Gives $565K to Fight Poverty
Last Updated: 4:46 PM 06/18/11 - The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation says it will grant $565,000 over the next three years to benefit anti-poverty groups.
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Community Enjoys Wausau's Summer Kick-Off Celebration
Last Updated: 9:52 PM 06/17/11 - The Summer Kick-off Celebration is Friday at Oak Island Park on River Drive.
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2nd Street Community Garden Growing Into Worthwhile Effort
Last Updated: 10:51 PM 06/13/11 - There are still about a half dozen available for rent. It costs $100 per plot, but they can be split, and a sliding fee scale is possible for those with financial hardships.
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Village of Plover Honors Korean War Vets
Last Updated: 8:12 AM 06/06/11 - Many Americans remember the Korean War as the forgotten war, but some people in the Village of Plover are erasing that idea with an annual ceremony.
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Bike Ride Held in Honor of Fallen Fond du Lac Officer
Last Updated: 8:51 PM 06/04/11 - Officer Craig Birkholz was shot and killed by a sexual assault suspect during a stand off on March 20.
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Local RV, Spa Sales Increase During a Struggling Economy
Last Updated: 8:52 PM 06/04/11 - Reports that the U.S. economy is still facing challenges continues to make headlines every week. However, some companies in our area disagree and have boosting sales records to prove it.
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Families Enjoy a Day in the Sun at the Marathon Co. June Dairy Breakfast
Last Updated: 6:18 PM 06/05/11 - Along with a delicious meal, families enjoyed a petting zoo, pedal tractor pull, face painting and more at Sam and Jenn Zimmerman's farm in Ringle.
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Wausau Kiwanis Hosts its 46th Annual Little Olympics
Last Updated: 10:47 PM 06/04/11 - The Wausau Kiwanis hosted their 46th Annual Little Olympics Saturday morning at Stiehm Stadium.
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WI DNR Launches Park Play Days
Last Updated: 6:51 PM 06/04/11 - Seventeen state parks will offer nature-based activities on Sunday or throughout the summer on scheduled weekends.
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