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- Wood County Snowmobile Trails Closed
The Wood County Park and Rec. department says all snowmobile trails are now closed because of deteriorating conditions. - Birnamwood Man Spears 131 Lbs. Sturgeon
A Birnamwood man is awfully glad he participated in this year's sturgeon spearing season. Angelo Firkus was one of the lucky few to spear a sturgeon more than 100 pounds.
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- Marathon Co. Authorities Report Ice Shanty Break-ins
Marathon County authorities are warning anglers to be aware after a string of ice shanty break-ins. They can't say how many victims there are, but do say the crimes occur every winter.
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- Chef Dave Helps us Whip up the Perfect Valentine's Day Dinner
Chef Dave Alter shares recipes perfect for your Valentine's Day dinner.
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- Thefts Reported on Granite Peak
Marathon County CrimeStoppers is looking for your help to solve two recent thefts at Granite Peak in Rib Mountain. Over the last several years, a string of thefts have occurred at the ski hill.
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- Sylvan Hill Packed After Saturday's Closure
The frigid cold didn't stop hundreds of adventure seekers from flying down Wausau's Sylvan Hill Saturday. But that wasn't the case Saturday when the tubing destination was shut down because of dangerous windchills.
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- Area Sleigh Rides Provide Tradition, Fun
Even though Christmas is over, the entire winter season provides an opportunity to go on a nostalgic sleigh ride.
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- Sylvan Hill, Ice Skating Rinks Open in Wausau Area
As family and friends come into town for the holidays, you may be wondering how to keep them entertained. Luckily several outdoor attractions are coming to life this weekend throughout Marathon County.
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- REMINDER: 'Share Your Holidays' Ends Friday
From 5 to 7 a.m. if you bring a money or non-perishable food donation to the NewsChannel 7 studios at 1114 Grand Avenue in Wausau, we'll give you a cup of coffee brewed up for us by Biggby Coffee
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- Win Tickets to See "Cats" or "Jungle Jack Hanna" at the Grand Theater
Christmas is just around the corner. If you think you've got the best decorations on the block, show us!
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- Thanksgiving Leftovers Quick Recipes
When Thanksgiving dinner is only a memory, your refrigerator will be bulging with leftovers. It's time to think about putting all that gravy, roast turkey, stuffing and cranberries to good use or they'll end up in the garbage.
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- A Busy Start to Black Friday Shopping
The line leading to Target in Weston stretched at least three blocks as people got ready for Black Friday shopping Friday.
- Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes from Texas Roadhouse
Thanksgiving may be all about the turkey, but this morning Brian Johnson from Texas Roadhouse joined us with some mouth-watering recipes for side dishes.
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- Holiday "Care-o-ling" Friday
Faith in Action of Marathon County presents "Care-o-ling" this Friday at 7 p.m. The holiday concerts features five area choirs and D.C. Everest Jr. High Jazz Band. - Savory Pumpkin Tart with Bacon and Wisconsin Aged Cheddar
Enjoy a quick and tasty new recipe to serve to your guests this Thanksgiving.
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- Wisconsin Bow Hunter Could Break World Record
Wisconsin bow hunter could break the world record after harvesting a 12-point buck, weighing 240 pounds and measuring 217 5/8th's inches in the inside spread.
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- Portage County Boys & Girls Club to Hold Thanksgiving Banquet Tuesday
Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Boys & Girls Club family. Dinner is FREE, so bring the whole family. There will be performances by some of the kids from each club.
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- 44,000 Attend Freakfest Halloween Party in Madison
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Madison police say about 44,000 tickets were sold for this year's Freakfest, the city-approved Halloween party, but there were few serious incidents.
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- Top 10 Unsafe Toys this Holiday Season
The list is out of the ten worst toys as the holiday season nears. The group, People at World Against Toys Causing Harm, makes the list. It includes the X-Men Origins Slashin' Action Wolverine that they say could cause an eye injury, the Wall-E Foam Rocket Launcher, and Curious Baby Curious George Counting - My First Book of Numbers.
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- Horror Movies Flying Off The Shelves This Halloween
There's no better way to give yourself a good scare, than to watch a horror movie.
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- End of Daylight Savings Time Means Trick-Or-Treaters Need To Use Extra Caution
This time of year make-believe scary things, can turn into real tragedy.
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- Elmo Takes the Prize!
Congratulations to Riley! Her homemade Elmo costumes scored the most votes during our Facebook Costume Contest.
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- Is Your Child's Halloween Costume Safe?
It's almost time for trick or treating, and that means getting your kids Halloween costumes. While dressing up is fun, it can also be a fire hazard.
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- Community Organizations offer Thanksgiving Day Meals
Several area communities open doors, so no one has to spend Thanksgiving alone.
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- Trick-or-Treating Away From Sex Offenders
Your kids might be planning their trick-or-treating attack already, but you may want to get involved before they head out. The state Department of Correction wants to make sure you know where sex offenders are living before you send your kids out.
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- Dora, Michael Jackson Costumes Popular in Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Wisconsin residents can expect to see plenty of Hannah Montana, Bumblebee Transformers and Dora the Explorer costumes this Halloween.
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- Should Little Kids Wear Scary Costumes For Halloween?
Be ready for some gore when you open the front door Halloween night.
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- Do You have the Best Halloween Costume This Year?
Enter your Halloween costume in our online costume contest.
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- Michael Jackson, Sarah Palin Popular Halloween Costumes
NEW YORK (AP) -- Some Halloween fans are getting their ideas for costumes from television and the news.
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- Popular Costume Picks
When it comes to Halloween, it tends to be the people with the wildest imaginations that come up with the best costumes, but if you are struggling to come up with something original, NewsChannel 7 found out what some of the hottest costumes are this year.
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- Fun Way to Spook Your Friends This Halloween
Jib jab now let's you put faces into a new Halloween cartoon. - 2009 Wisconsin Haunted House, Haunted Maze and Halloween Terror Trail Guide
Several spook-tacular ways to celebrated Halloween. Along with information on Haunted Houses, Haunted Mazes, and Terror Trails!
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- Need Help Finding the Perfect Pumpkin?
Looking for the perfect place to find a pumpkin? Check out our area guide. - Madison Horror Film Festival is this Weekend
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Just in time for Halloween, the Madison Horror Film Festival is being held this weekend.
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- Perfect Fall Recipe - Poached Fruit Compote
Nothing symbolizes the changing of the season better than the fall apple harvest. What better way to celebrate September than enjoying in-season apples with a Wisconsin Cheese favorite – Brie!
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- Local Couples Planning Wedding on a Budget
It's wedding season and many brides and grooms are tweaking their upcoming weddings to save money.
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- Locals Reflect on Meaning of Independence Day
If you're American, you're likely celebrating Independence Day all weekend long. Although it's normal to celebrate with cook-outs, family and fireworks, for some, the 4th of July is a time to reflect.
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- Registration for ChalkFest Nearing, Sign up by Thursday, July 9th
Your help is needed to transform downtown Wausau with colorful pastel drawings for the 6th annual sidewalk art festival this weekend in Wausau.
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- American Legion Recognizes Flag Etiquette
Flying the American flag is a great way to honor our nation, but to some it can't be done without proper etiquette. A review of how to take care of the flag.
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- Riverfront Rendezvous Begins in Stevens Point
Riverfront Rendezvous kicks off July 3rd in Stevens Point.
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- Additional Area Fourth of July Celebrations
Area Events Taking Place This Holiday Weekend - Tips for a Happy and Safe Fourth of July
With warm weather and family events, the Fourth of July can be a fun time with great memories. But before your family celebrates, make sure everyone knows about fireworks safety.
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- Patrols Cracking Down on Drunken Boating This Weekend
Conservation wardens and boat patrol officers will step up enforcement of drunken boating this weekend across state waters. It's part of 'Operation Dry Water,' a nationwide effort to keep alcohol-related fatalities and accidents at bay.
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- Standard Shirt and Tie Popular Father's Day Gifts
Though some expect Father's Day spending to decline this year, one local retailer says his customers are spending about the same. St. Clair's Menswear in downtown Wausau has been especially busy the last week, as last minute shoppers scrounge for gifts.
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- Governor Doyle Declares June Fathers' Month
Gov. Jim Doyle has declared June "Fathers Make a Difference Month."
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- Tips For Parents on Preventing Child Abduction
Though cases of child abduction don't happen regularly in central Wisconsin, there are more opportunities for them in the summer. Children are out of school and are often away from their parents.
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- Wisconsin River Gets Annual Cleanup
The Wisconsin River Cleanup Project is at it again, helping the local resource sparkle. Hundreds of high school students and countless volunteers from the Wausau area lent a hand Friday for the annual event.
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- Troopers on Heavy Patrol for Erratic Memorial Weekend Drivers
This Memorial Day weekend is officially the beginning of summer, and traffic is expected to be heavy. Local law enforcement will be on high alert watching for aggressive and drunk drivers.
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- Secrets to Finding Affordable Mother's Day Gifts in our Area
Mother's Day is just around the corner, and if you haven't purchased a gift yet you're not alone. DayBreak hits the streets to find you the best deals around town.
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- Area Events Wednesday May 6th
Here's what happening today in your area.
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