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News

Wausau stays hot after record-breaking 29-run performance

Woodchucks keep rolling with 17-10 win over Rafters

Updated: Jun. 7, 2026 at 11:03 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
he Wausau Woodchucks defeated the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters 17-10 on Saturday. The Woodchucks entered the game coming off a 29-run performance, the most by any team in a single game in Northwoods League history.

News

Lightning postponement creates loaded championship Saturday in La Crosse

Records made as area athletes dominate state track championships

Updated: Jun. 6, 2026 at 11:11 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig and Brayden Dobbe
State track and field returned for day two with more events than usual due to a lightning postponement.

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Red Raiders repeat as state champions, Assumption finishes second in girls Division 3

Marathon runs away with back-to-back Division 3 boys state track titles

Updated: Jun. 6, 2026 at 11:06 PM CDT
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By Brayden Dobbe
The Marathon Red Raiders are the 2026 Division 3 state champions in boys track and field. The team repeated as champions for the second consecutive year.

News

Three-time Olympian and world record holder joins Walk Wisconsin, still competing at 58

Olympic legend walks among us: Stevens Point’s Curt Clausen returns home

Updated: Jun. 6, 2026 at 10:31 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
Walk Wisconsin made its way to Stevens Point on Saturday, bringing together runners, hobbyists, and Olympians. Among the participants was Curt Clausen, a SPASH track standout who, at 58, still holds five world records for race walking.

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Chris Marcell sets new Division 3 shot put mark with 63-foot, 7-inch throw at state track meet

Marathon thrower breaks own record twice at state tournament

Updated: Jun. 6, 2026 at 7:15 PM CDT
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By Brayden Dobbe
Marathon senior Chris Marcell dominated the throwing events at the 2026 state track and field meet. The soon-to-be Oklahoma Sooner walked away with state titles in both discus and shot put.

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Marathon's Marcell wins second straight discus title, area athletes claim multiple medals

Area athletes shine as WIAA state track and field begins

Updated: Jun. 5, 2026 at 7:14 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig and Brayden Dobbe
The state track and field meet began today with a mix of finals and prelims. The Division One schools competed first in the morning session, which featured 55 races and eight field events.

News

Defense dominates as Bluejays blank Wausaukee 7-0 to punch ticket to Madison

Athens softball makes history with first-ever state tournament berth

Updated: Jun. 5, 2026 at 6:41 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
For the first time in school history, Athens softball is state-bound. The Bluejays defeated Wausaukee 7-0 in the sectional final Friday, securing their spot in the state tournament in Madison next week.

National

Hall of Fame driver Ned Jarrett smiles for the fans from the red carpet before the NASCAR Hall...

Ned Jarrett, NASCAR Hall of Famer, dies at 93

Updated: Jun. 5, 2026 at 12:53 PM CDT
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By Emily Van de Riet
Ned Jarrett, a NASCAR Hall of Famer and two-time Cup Series champion, has died.

Sports

Marathon is going to state for the first time ever.

Five area softball teams advance to state

Updated: Jun. 4, 2026 at 10:50 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
Almond-Bancroft, Marathon, Marshfield, Medford and SPASH all clinched spots at state on Thursday

Packers

Jordan Love and the Packers offense take the field on Family Night.

This year’s ‘Packers Family Night’ set for Friday, Aug. 7

Updated: Jun. 4, 2026 at 12:03 PM CDT
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By WBAY news staff
Packers Family Night for 2026 is set for Friday, August 7, the Packers announced Thursday.
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Green Bay Packers' Christian Watson reacts after catching a touchdown pass during the first...

Report: Christian Watson and Packers reach agreement on 4-year, $110.5 million contract extension

Updated: Jun. 4, 2026 at 10:54 AM CDT
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By WBAY news staff
NFL Insider Adam Schefter reports Christian Watson and the Packers reached an agreement today on a four-year, $110.5 million contract extension that includes a $31 million signing bonus.

News

Marathon, Athens, Stratford among area squads moving on in playoffs

Seven area teams advance to WIAA baseball sectionals

Updated: Jun. 3, 2026 at 11:02 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
Area high school baseball teams competed for regional championships on Wednesday, with several advancing to sectional play.

Sports

Witt-Birn beat Amherst 12-2 in the sectional semifinals on Tuesday.

Nine area softball teams advance to sectional finals, baseball and soccer postseasons ramp up

Updated: Jun. 2, 2026 at 10:57 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
Softball sectional finals will take place on Thursday

Packers

Aerial view of Lambeau Field

Green Bay Packers name Potawatomi as official sportsbook partner

Updated: Jun. 2, 2026 at 5:44 PM CDT
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By WBAY news staff
Packers sign a multi-year agreement that includes naming rights around the stadium.

Hello, My Name Is

Evenhouse was also a star for the T-Birds on the basketball court, earning a NewsChannel 7...

Hello, My Name Is: Ava Evenhouse

Updated: Jun. 1, 2026 at 10:52 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
Lakeland’s senior keeper had an unexpected path to the goal for the Thunderbirds

Sports

FILE - Serena Williams, of the United States, returns a shot to Anett Kontaveit, of Estonia,...

Serena Williams is returning to pro tennis at age 44 after nearly 4 years away from the sport

Updated: Jun. 1, 2026 at 6:48 PM CDT
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By ANDREW DAMPF AP Sports Writer
Serena Williams is returning to professional tennis at age 44 after nearly four years away from the sport.

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Wisconsin Rapids bounces back from shutout with 8-2 revenge victory

Rafters snap Woodchucks’ 22-game home win streak

Updated: May 30, 2026 at 10:47 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters defeated the Wausau Woodchucks 8-2 Saturday, ending Wausau’s 22-game home winning streak.

Sports

Pacyn Stoffel hit a home run in the first inning of Mosinee's 26-0 win over Antigo.

Mosinee softball and baseball advance in WIAA postseason

Updated: May 28, 2026 at 10:54 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
Mosinee softball beat Antigo in the regional finals while Mosinee baseball beat Abbotsford/Colby in their postseason opener

News

Fans pack ballpark as team aims to extend franchise-record 20 game home winning streak

Wausau Woodchucks return to Athletic Park for home opener

Updated: May 28, 2026 at 9:44 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
Baseball season returned to Wausau as Athletic Park welcomed fans back for the Woodchucks home opener.

News

Evergreens weather Warriors’ comeback bid, with 7-4 win

Rain delay won’t hold D.C. Everest softball back from a trip to the Regional Final

Updated: May 27, 2026 at 10:02 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
D.C. Everest picked up right where Tuesday’s storms left off, holding on to defeat Wausau West 7-4 in the Division 1 softball Regional Semifinal Tuesday.

News

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested on charges related to domestic abuse.

Packers RB Josh Jacobs released from jail, DA’s office not ready to file charges

Updated: May 27, 2026 at 1:01 PM CDT
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By Desiree Fischer
Prosecutors in Brown County say they are not ready to make a decision on whether to file charges against Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs.

Northwoods League

Wausau Woodchucks ready for Thursday’s home opener

Updated: May 27, 2026 at 10:43 AM CDT
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By Desiree Fischer
The Wausau Woodchucks are looking to make it another successful season as they prepare for their home opener Thursday at Athletic Park.

Sports

SPASH's boys 4x800 team took first place at the regional on Tuesday.

Area schools compete at track & field regionals at D.C. Everest

Updated: May 26, 2026 at 8:54 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
The top four finishers in each event move on to sectionals

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Anderson first started track as a freshman in high school.

Hello, My Name Is: Jamison Anderson

Updated: May 25, 2026 at 10:49 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
Northland Lutheran’s senior sprinter anchored the Wildcats’ 4x400, helping set a new school record

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Bob Uecker documentary trailer debuts

Updated: May 25, 2026 at 10:22 AM CDT
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By WBAY news staff
The documentary coming to theaters in July offers an intimate, hilarious look at the legendary Brewers broadcaster's final years.

Northwoods League

The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters added a local high school player to their 2026 roster, a rare...

Wisconsin Rapids Rafters add local high schooler to roster

Updated: May 24, 2026 at 10:54 PM CDT
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By Brayden Dobbe
The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters added a local high school player to their 2026 roster, a rare move in the Northwoods League.

National

FILE - Kyle Busch is introduced during the NASCAR All-Star auto race at Dover Motor Speedway,...

NASCAR honors the late Kyle Busch on auto racing’s biggest day: ‘He was one of a kind’

Updated: May 24, 2026 at 10:40 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Auto racing’s biggest day became a Memorial Day weekend tribute to Busch from Indianapolis to CMS.

Northwoods League

The Northwoods League season starts Monday, and area families are opening their homes to...

Wisconsin Rapids Rafters host families welcome college athletes for Northwoods League season

Updated: May 24, 2026 at 9:54 PM CDT
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By Brayden Dobbe
The Northwoods League season starts Monday, and area families are opening their homes to college athletes and team interns for the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters.

Northwoods League

The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters held their annual media day, introducing newer players and...

Wisconsin Rapids Rafters prepare for opening day

Updated: May 23, 2026 at 11:15 PM CDT
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By Brayden Dobbe
The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters held their annual media day, introducing newer players and welcoming returning veterans as opening day approaches for the Northwoods League.

Sports

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love and wife Ronika Stone arrive before football's NFL...

Jordan Love, wife Ronika Stone announce birth of child

Updated: May 23, 2026 at 7:38 PM CDT
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By WBAY news staff
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love, and his wife, Ronika Stone, have announced the birth of their daughter.

National

FILE - Kyle Busch celebrates after winning the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Charlotte Motor...

What to know about Kyle Busch’s death at 41

Updated: May 22, 2026 at 11:17 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press and STEVE REED AP Sports Writer
Here's what to know about Kyle Busch’s death at 41.

Sports

Wausau West has now won four of their last five games.

Wausau West baseball takes down Mosinee

Updated: May 22, 2026 at 10:17 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
The Warriors won 14-6 on the road on Friday evening

News

Rhinelander native pays tribute to longtime friend and sponsor battling stage 4 adenocarcinoma

Parker Retzlaff joins Ron Welnetz’s race against cancer

Updated: May 21, 2026 at 5:44 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
Before Parker Retzlaff was a racing phenom, longtime family friend and sponsor Ron Welnetz was right there in his corner. When Welnetz received his cancer diagnosis in April, Retzlaff was determined to pay him back in a big way.

Sports

Country fans pack Lambeau Field for night 2 of Luke Combs

Luke Combs sets Lambeau Field concert attendance record, Packers say

Updated: May 21, 2026 at 5:11 PM CDT
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By WBAY news staff
The numbers are in! The Packers announced Thursday that last weekend’s Luke Combs concert brought in a record number of attendees in the stadium’s history.

News

Former NewsChannel 7 anchor Bao Vang throws first pitch at Twins game

Former NewsChannel 7 anchor throws first pitch at Twins game

Updated: May 20, 2026 at 6:10 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
Former NewsChannel 7 anchor Bao Vang threw out the first pitch at a Minnesota Twins game Tuesday in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Sports

SPASH now owns sole posession of first place in the Valley.

SPASH soccer snags pivotal Valley win, Auburndale baseball and softball sweep

Updated: May 19, 2026 at 10:46 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
SPASH soccer beat Wausau West 3-0 on Tuesday

News

U.S. Bank Stadium is seen before an NFL football game between the Minnesota Vikings and the...

Minneapolis selected to host 2028 NFL Draft

Updated: May 19, 2026 at 12:48 PM CDT
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By Marisa Ornat
The NFL announced Tuesday that the 2028 NFL Draft will be held in Minneapolis, MN.

News

Father-daughter duo savors final games as Wittenberg-Birnamwood senior eyes state tournament,...

Hello, My Name Is: Brieleigh Ladika

Updated: May 18, 2026 at 11:00 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
Father-daughter duo savors final games as Wittenberg-Birnamwood senior eyes state tournament, college career

Sports

D.C. Everest, Marshfield, SPASH, Wausau East, Wausau West and Wisconsin Rapids participated in...

Teams compete at Wisconsin Valley Conference Track & Field Meet

Updated: May 18, 2026 at 9:14 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
The conference meet was held at Wausau East High School.

News

Quinn Rice sinks three goals early, but Franklin bites back to top Wolfpack 18-8

Wolfpack’s invitational sweep dreams dashed as Sabers deliver final blow

Updated: May 16, 2026 at 10:48 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
The Wausau Wild fell to Franklin 18-8 on Saturday in girls lacrosse invitational play.

News

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) leaves the field after an NFL...

Aaron Rodgers agrees to a 1-year deal to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers, AP sources say

Updated: May 16, 2026 at 8:21 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Two people with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press that the four-time NFL MVP agreed to a one-year deal to return to Pittsburgh on Saturday, ending a protracted decision-making process. The people spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been announced.

National

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) leaves the field after an NFL...

Aaron Rodgers agrees to a 1-year deal to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers, AP sources say

Updated: May 16, 2026 at 7:15 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Aaron Rodgers is running it back with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Sports

The Thunderbirds are now 13-0 on the season.

Lakeland soccer tops Wausau East in final seconds

Updated: May 15, 2026 at 9:55 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
The Thunderbirds beat East 1-0 on Friday

News

Great Northern Conference honors Northland Pines’ Dar Kadulski and Scott Foster with rare ...

A lifetime pass for a lifetime of service

Updated: May 15, 2026 at 9:50 PM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
The Great Northern Conference has given out two lifetime passes to staff who have pioneered the way for Northland Pines: former teacher of 40 years, Dar Kadulski and current District Superintendent Scott Foster.

Sports

Gray will study pre law at Eckerd.

D.C. Everest senior Landon Gray signs with Eckerd College to play soccer

Updated: May 15, 2026 at 6:34 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
Gray will head to Eckerd armed with a year of soccer experience in Italy

Sports

UWSP softball eliminated from NCAA Tournament

Updated: May 15, 2026 at 4:59 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
The Pointers fell to Bethany Lutheran 1-0 in an elimination game on Friday

Hello, My Name Is

Bornheimer is in his final sports season at Edgar, competing in track and field.

Hello, My Name Is: Dawson Bornheimer

Updated: May 15, 2026 at 10:48 AM CDT
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By Katlynn Gill
Diagnosed with a rare immune disorder as a newborn, Bornheimer is finishing high school athletics on his terms.

Sports

Marathon baseball has just won loss in conference play.

Marathon enjoys big day on the diamonds, Witt-Birn softball wins thriller

Updated: May 14, 2026 at 11:07 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig and Katlynn Gill
Both the Marathon baseball and softball teams secured wins over Edgar on Thursday

Packers

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Packers schedule release: Green Bay to open at Minnesota

Updated: May 14, 2026 at 7:17 PM CDT
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By Dave Schroeder
The Packers will open the 2026 season on the road at Minnesota with a 3:25 p.m. Central time kickoff.

Sports

SPASH is now 9-1 in conference play.

SPASH baseball sweeps twin bill against D.C. Everest

Updated: May 13, 2026 at 10:50 PM CDT
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By Ben Helwig
The Panthers won 13-6 and 14-2 against the Evergreens on Wednesday
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