Emily Zaal
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Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 3:54 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
More than half of American adults and more than a third of children, use dietary supplements. it’s been questioned, however, whether they actually offer much help.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 6:00 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Here’s something you might not think about very often, getting your home air ducts cleaned. Recent posts in local Facebook groups of people offering these services, often at a discounted price, have raised questions.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 4:46 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Marshfield is looking at potentially pursuing an ordinance that would stop businesses, and people, from declawing cats.
Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 5:30 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
More and more people are taping their mouths shut to stop themselves, or others, from snoring. Doctors say that it’s not that effective, and isn’t a good idea.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 5:20 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Forward Beverage Co. has noticed there’s a lack in non-alcoholic drinks available in restaurants and businesses. They’re trying to change that. Their company will create soft cocktails and social seltzers.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 4:50 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Forward Beverage Company is set to open its doors on Friday, just in time for the city’s art festival, Artrageous Weekend, while Venado Cerveceria began welcoming customers back in July.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 3:48 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
A national nonprofit organization helping abused and neglected children during the court process is now coming to Marathon County.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 6:13 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
On September 18, permits for balsam bough harvesting in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest will be available.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 3:39 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The day that UW-Stevens Point first-year students have been waiting for finally happened on Thursday. Students and families were busy moving their belongings into their dorms.
Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 2:58 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The future of the Office of School Safety, under the Wisconsin Department of Justice, is uncertain after this school year because it doesn’t have long-term funding.
Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 4:52 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Wisconsin crime labs are still experiencing a backlog of evidence and court cases because of COVID-19. The Wisconsin DOJ originally had funding available to outsource testing, but they’re having trouble finding private labs to help with work.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 3:35 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
People are having issues getting their ADHD medication refilled. According to the FDA, Adderall is no longer in shortage, but generic versions are still impacted.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 4:39 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
A heat warning is in effect for Portage County until Wednesday evening. In 2022 48 people were killed from heat, and 2 of those were in Wisconsin. Meaning it’s even more important to take the proper precautions.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 4:47 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The summer travel season may be winding down, but road construction is still trucking along full speed ahead. why it’s even more important to stay aware and keep workers safe.
Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
D.C. Everest Middle School and Weston Elementary are just two schools now offering transition days to help new students get a sneak peek before their first day.
Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 6:33 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Wisconsin has been abnormally hot and dry in some areas, with little rain, for several months now.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 5:32 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
More people are floating into relaxation with the help of sensory deprivation tanks, also known as float pods. Wausau’s only float pod is currently at ‘Modern Alternatives,’ a holistic healing medicine practitioner.
Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 9:23 AM CDT
|By Desiree Fischer and Emily Zaal
Two teens are in custody in connection to an armed robbery at a Rudolph gas station Monday night.
Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 5:37 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Advocates fighting against PFAS contamination came together on Monday morning to discuss Senate Bill 312. The proposed bill would distribute funds to communities struggling with PFAS contamination in their water.
Updated: Aug. 13, 2023 at 8:42 AM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
One person dead, and another hurt after a crash on Highway 29. It happened on Sunday morning around 2:00.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 4:34 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
A Portage County committee is showing signs that it might dissolve next week. The Diversity Affairs and Inclusiveness Committee, even though they’re against the decision, will meet on Thursday evening to discuss this possibility.
Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 9:11 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
A higher-profile performer entertained the crows at Wausau’s Concerts on the Square on Wednesday evening. Wisconsin native Chris Kroeze, NBC’s ‘The Voice’ runner-up, graced the 400 block during the 10th concert this summer.
Updated: Aug. 7, 2023 at 6:14 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The completion date for the multi-million dollar project ‘Foundry on 3rd’ will likely be delayed until 2025.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 4:58 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
There’s been over 50 years of entertainment at the Wisconsin Valley Fair and over the years, prices have gone up for not just the food and tickets, but entertainment and music acts too.
Updated: Aug. 2, 2023 at 10:28 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
After a years-long saga, the Minocqua Brewing Company learned its fate. Owner Kirk Bangstad’s administrative review permit that allows him to operate has been revoked. Last night he filed a temporary restraining order against Oneida County, in hopes that the hearing would get put on hold, but it didn’t.
Updated: Aug. 2, 2023 at 5:31 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Minocqua Brewing Co shut down by Oneida County following the Planning and Development Committee meeting on Wednesday.
Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 at 11:31 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Tension between the Minocqua Brewing Company and Oneida County continues.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 9:48 AM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The future of Minocqua Brewing Company is still in limbo. A hearing by the Oneida County Planning and Development Committee was supposed to either amend, suspend, or revoke the owner’s permit to operate.
Updated: Jul. 24, 2023 at 4:30 PM CDT
|By Jade Flury and Emily Zaal
Wausau Police are looking for a person of interest. That person is identified as 17-year-old Nicholas Multani of Wausau
Updated: Jul. 21, 2023 at 9:45 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The future of the Minocqua Brewing Company is being questioned after arguments between the company and the agency in control of its zoning requirements, Oneida County, have persisted for years.
Updated: Jul. 18, 2023 at 9:28 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
As more electrical vehicle charging stations keep popping up in Wisconsin, like the ones being built in the Weston Target parking lot, so are the concerns over their safety.
Updated: Jul. 17, 2023 at 10:28 PM CDT
|By WSAW Staff, Emily Zaal and Dominique O'Neill
The Unified School District of Antigo has announced that District Administrator Julie Sprague has announced her retirement.
Updated: Jul. 13, 2023 at 9:25 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Dare health IV Hydration Clinic will be opening from Sunday onwards. They’ll be administering fluids and nutrients, and possibly in the future medications, to patients of all walks of life.
Updated: Jul. 12, 2023 at 8:46 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal and Chandler Ducker
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.
Updated: Jul. 11, 2023 at 8:17 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The people of Rib Mountain voted Tuesday night to become a village after years of questioning on whether the municipality should change its incorporation.
Updated: Jul. 10, 2023 at 9:26 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Josie Slattery, with help from her mom, is one of the many kids across the country raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Updated: Jul. 7, 2023 at 6:53 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The balloons are back in town for the Taste 'N Glow fest, but they're not the only highlight.
Updated: Jul. 5, 2023 at 4:43 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
D.C. Everest grad and Girl Scout Elsie Brzezinski is taking endangered species protection into her own hands and helping to save some endangered animals from extinction.
Updated: Jul. 4, 2023 at 5:45 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
People all over Wisconsin have been celebrating America’s Independence Day. Rhinelander is one spot putting on an annual parade. This year’s theme is ‘Salute to our Troops.’
Updated: Jul. 2, 2023 at 10:45 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
It’s the 10th year that Willow Springs Garden is holding its day-long Independence Day event. The 40-acre venue was filled with fun stuff for kids and families to do.
Updated: Jul. 1, 2023 at 4:23 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
They’re open year-round, but from Memorial Day Weekend through the 4th business at Fireworks Country picks up. From sparklers to big 500-gram cakes, the family-run business has just about any firework you can imagine. Their great selection, and location, are two reasons they’re staying busy.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2023 at 4:58 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
This year the merchandise tent is taking a different approach to the high demand for gold apparel. They have blank merchandise on hand, ready to be brought to Mada, a local business in Stevens Point.
Updated: Jun. 29, 2023 at 5:32 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
All eyes are on the golfers today. They’re the stars of the championship, but the fans shine just as bright. The event wouldn’t be the same without their excited and uplifting energy.
Updated: Jun. 28, 2023 at 6:33 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
local Wisconsin food and beverage is something that US Open organizers are highlighting as part of the fan experience. People from all around the country are visiting this championship, and local farmers are excited to be able to show off their products.
Updated: Jun. 24, 2023 at 8:30 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The 400 Block was bustling with creativity on Saturday. Luckily, the rain from Friday didn’t stop artists and even spectators from enjoying the chalk fest. It’s their 20th anniversary, and everyone pulled out their best chalk and paint for this special event.
Updated: Jun. 23, 2023 at 6:54 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The 32nd annual Energy Fair began on Friday. It’s a weekend long event to educate people about clean energy and sustainable living. The fair welcomes all.
Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 7:33 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The fifth season of Cycling Without Age, the organization that gives seniors and people with limited mobility the chance to be out in nature, is now underway.
Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 4:59 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Heatstroke is the leading cause of non-crash vehicle-related deaths for children, and every year hundreds of pets die from heat exhaustion.
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 6:15 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
The Stevens Point Area School District will be making changes to it’s school security protocol. This comes after an incident at Bannach Elementary School on Monday the 22nd.
Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 8:27 PM CDT
|By Emily Zaal
Once again, gas prices are on the rise. In the last couple of days, they’ve gone up just about 40 cents per gallon. While this isn’t the same as prices going up around a dollar last year, it still affects holiday travelers. Especially those traveling during Memorial Day Weekend.