Chandler Ducker
Sunrise 7 Reporter
Wausau
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Chandler Ducker joined WSAW as a multimedia journalist in January 2023.
He is originally from Easley, South Carolina and attended Truett McConnell University in Cleveland, Georgia where he majored in English with a concentration in creative writing and a minor in criminal justice.
In his free time, he loves going on adventures, watching movies and television, watching football, and spending time with family and friends.
He is excited to be in North Central Wisconsin and is looking forward to meeting new people and exploring the city and surrounding areas of Wausau.
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We know it’s hard to understand the benefits you or your family member are entitled to if seeking help with your mental health, but there’s a federal agency working hard to ensure you understand those benefits.
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Saturday at 1:50a marks the official start of Fall, that means it’s now the time to check your furnace and home heating system, to be sure it’s ready for the new season.
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As the country faces a nationwide blood shortage, the nation’s largest blood supplier needs your help.
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There’s been an increase in uterine cancer rates, particularly in Black women. Now new research may have found a reason why.
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As your students are back in the classroom, you may be looking for after-school activities for your kids. The Boys and Girls Club of Wausau has interactive affordable programs that will make a difference in their lives.
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A meat staple in the town of Wittenberg is celebrating 90 years of business on Saturday, but it wasn’t always the big business it is now.
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A Wausau art studio wants to give everyone the chance to unleash their inner artist. Through a few events coming up, the art studio will be welcoming people from all walks of life.
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Talking out loud in the library is something that’s usually frowned upon, but Wednesday, the Marathon County Public Library is encouraging you to come in and chat.
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Teachers are an important part of your student’s lives every day. This week, Tommy’s Express in Wausau, Weston, and Stevens Point are making sure they feel appreciated.
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No matter the time of year, it always seems to be youth sports season. On the field, court, rink or at home on the lawn, injuries are bound to happen. There are ways to try to prevent them.
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For 25 years, the YMCA’S Camp Glacier Hollow in Amherst Junction has been helping over two thousand students go to the camp. Saturday, they’ll celebrate that big accomplishment.
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Reading, writing, and literacy doesn’t just happen during a typical school day. The Merrill Area Public School District is taking a unified approach as a new school year begins Tuesday.
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What’s the first day of school without that classic first day picture? Sharing pictures of your kids on social media is common, but there are a few things you should know before you post.
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There’s a new permanent program for elementary students in the Stevens Point Area School District, and it’s for kids who need a little extra help or time in reading and math.
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Stevens Point Area Senior High is giving 175 returning juniors and seniors the chance to be a mentor. They’re easing the fears of sophomores, who will be starting in a new school Thursday.
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The start of a new school year is exciting, but getting back into the morning routine can be hectic. It’s important to remember in the rush of getting to school or work, To slow down when driving through a school zone and to stop when a school bus has it’s red flashing lights on.
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It’s the first day of school for many districts in our area, including D.C. Everest, and as kids head back to school on Tuesday at the senior high and Mountain Bay Elementary, they will notice some new additions.
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Making sure your kids are getting a healthy breakfast and lunch is a top priority for the Wausau School District food service staff, and they’ve been working hard to make sure they’re ready for the first day of school.
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When you’re out on the roads taking your kids back to school, you may see a friendly face directing traffic at the intersection. From the handheld stop sign and safety vest, they have an important job. Crossing guards are an extra set of eyes on the road. They help your kids cross the street safely to school, monitor the area, and alert the police of suspicious activity.
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Kids at Newman Catholic are heading back to school on Thursday and as parents and students arrive, you can expect to see some new additions.
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As the new school year begins, The United States is still facing an increasing bus driver shortage, and It’s been a busy summer at the Stevens Point Area School District Transportation Office.
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As your teen heads back to school in the coming days, now is a great time to check in with them about their social media use.
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Sending your kids to middle school for the first time can be difficult for you and your child, but DC Everest Middle School is hoping to ease the burden by hosting an interactive program for their upcoming 6th graders.
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For some, a cemetery might bring feelings of sadness or fear, but Restlawn Memorial Park in Wausau is hoping to change some of those preconceived notions with a special event on Friday night.
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If you’ve been looking for a reason to go thrift shopping, Thursday might be your day. It’s National Thrift Store Day, and at St. Vincent de Paul in Wausau, you can get a deal, get a meal, and help a great cause.
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Two Wausau organizations are teaming up to deliver a cold splash for kids and their families.
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Kids in Marathon County will get a chance to explore the Wausau area and learn a little bit about its history on Friday
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Summer vacation is winding down and back to school is right around the corner, that means now is the best time to help your kids adjust to that school-year bedtime routine, and part of that means saying goodnight to electronic devices a little earlier.
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The Mosinee Silver Blades Figure Skating Club has found a fun way to fundraise for their skaters, and it involves popcorn and the big screen.
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An annual family friendly festival is headed back to Mosinee Friday, and there is something for all ages to do.
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Monk Botanical Gardens is giving you the opportunity to enjoy nature and theatre, all at the same time.
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Reading is an important skill no matter the time of year, and a library program in Wausau is making sure kids don’t miss a beat this summer.
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This week you have the chance to help brighten the day of people who live at Our House Senior Living. All you need is some creativity and some chalk.
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The cows have arrived at the Wisconsin Valley Fair, and all that milk must go somewhere.
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While many kids would be asleep in their beds, those in 4-H are hard at work in the barns at the Wisconsin Valley Fair.
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Shellby Walters has been showing animals at the Wisconsin Valley Fair for a majority of her life. As this year’s fairest of the fair, she now has an opportunity to share her love of the farm with people all over Marathon County.
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The 155th Wisconsin Valley Fair starts tomorrow! While a lot has changed since 1868, The consistency of animals and agriculture has remained throughout the years.
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The Wisconsin Valley Fair begins next Tuesday, but the fairgrounds have already been full of people getting ready for the big event.
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Where’s Waldo, you may know the book and search for the red and white character, now, that fun scavenger hunt is making its way to Stevens Point.
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Are you one of those people who is already counting down the days till Christmas? This Saturday is your chance to help a local Santa, and kids staying at Marshfield Children’s Hospital.
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Kids in Wausau are getting a chance to strengthen their voice, dance, and use their imaginations.
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The United Way of Marathon County is revamping its community closets, making it easier for those who need help to receive it.
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This week’s Pet Project features Capone, a very energetic dog at the Humane Society of Marathon County.
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There’s a brand-new sculpture at Monk Botanical Gardens, and It’s all thanks to kids in the summer day camp program.
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An organization that supports families and kids with Down Syndrome in central Wisconsin will host a fun summer event this weekend.
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Kids can get pretty bored during the summer, but a Wausau club is making sure children have a place to play and eat a meal.
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op tabs are often something we leave on the can and recycle, but in this case, they’re actually worth money. Wednesday night, Peyton’s Promise embraced the rain along with concertgoers with hopes you’ve been saving them to help a good cause.
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If you’ve been looking for a nice farmers market with a friendly small-town vibe and very delicious goodies, the Mosinee farmers market can help you out.
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The July 4th holiday may be over, but that doesn’t stop campers from going out and having a good time all season long.
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A big country music festival will get underway in Rhinelander on Thursday.
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