Pet Project Wednesday: Meet Micah
Posted: 05/15/13 - It's Wednesday and time to meet this week's adorable Pet Project. Micah is a 7 year old cat. He's neutered and knows how to use his litter box too. Read More
With October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Wausau Women's Community took a moment to honor some leaders in our area who are helping put a stop to a vicious cycle.
Service awards are given out each year to those who have done outstanding work for victims of domestic violence. This year Everest Metro Police Chief Dan Vergin was honored for the work he's done. His goal is to provide a personal policing to women who may be in danger, encouraging them to understand they don't have to suffer in silence.
He says ever since the Fall of 2006 when there was a sudden increase in domestic violence crimes, he had to make a difference in the neighborhoods he helps protect. "So even now if I hear it second hand, that's worth it to me to go in and find out is there a problem, give the woman or the victim an opportunity to say yes there is a problem, and yes, I want some help," says Chief Vergin.
The center hopes by celebrating those who have survived these violent crimes and those who have made a difference in the community, it will show women no matter how tragic their situation, there's always hope, as long as they seek help.
Other award recipients this year include Judy Lombard of the Marathon County Humane Society who has helped house domestic violence victim's pets the past three years, and special investigator Charlie Jones, who's helped guide families affected by domestic violence through the criminal justice system.
Posted: 05/15/13 - It's Wednesday and time to meet this week's adorable Pet Project. Micah is a 7 year old cat. He's neutered and knows how to use his litter box too. Read More
Updated: 05/08/13 - Every Wednesday we meet an adorable animal from the Humane Society of Marathon County in need of a loving home. This week, we met Hayden. Read More
Updated: 05/08/13 - The United Way of Portage County is hosting "No Child's Wet Behind Diaper Drive." It kicks off May 10th and runs through Father's Day weekend. Read More
Posted: 05/01/13 - It's Wednesday and time to meet this week's Pet Project from the Humane Society of Marathon County. The Executive Director of HSMC introduced us to Holly. She's a 6 year old cat. Read More
Updated: 04/24/13 - It's Wednesday and time to meet our Pet Project! This week, we met Brandy. She was really excited about her television debut! Read More
