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Supporting Students – Mental Health

Schools are using what they have to support students, but they need help filling the gaps.

Schools get creative to support students, asking for community help to fill gaps

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Emily Davies and Tom Zurawski
Helping provide students with resources to have an equal opportunity to succeed is nothing new for schools. However, in 2023 there are more needs, particularly mental health deficiencies, needing to be addressed than even a few years ago.

Softball

Iola-Scandinavia Softball celebrates their first-ever win at the state tournament with a win...

Iola-Scandinavia and Pacelli win, Stratford loses in state softball semifinal action

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Ben Helwig and Noah Manderfeld
Iola-Scandinavia won their first-ever game at state softball, while Pacelli scored five runs in the 7th inning to comeback and win in the state semifinals.

Weather

Showers and a risk of scattered storms on Saturday, while a chance of showers southeast on...

First Alert Weather: Continued dry to end the work week, some wet weather possible during the weekend

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Jeremy Tabin
Not as chilly Thursday night into Friday morning. Pleasant weather Friday. Some much need rain in parts of the area this weekend.

News

A view of Wausau

New shared revenue agreement and how it impacts people in Wausau

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Dominique O'Neill
Gov. Tony Evers announced that he, Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Speaker Robin Vos reached a tentative compromise regarding shared revenue on Thursday, but what does this shared revenue plan mean for people in Wausau?

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Wisconsin Assembly

Gov. Evers announces tentative agreement with republicans on shared revenue

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Dominique O'Neill
Gov. Tony Evers announced he, Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg), and Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) reached a tentative compromise regarding shared revenue on Thursday.

News

Friends of Town Line Lake Park to host Father’s Day fishing event June 17

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Sean White
The Friends of Town Line Lake Park announce their 3rd Annual Father’s Day Fishing Event to be held on Saturday, June 17 at Town Line Lake Park.

News

Sportsman's Warehouse holds Grand Opening on June 8

Several new retailers working to call the town of Rib Mountain home

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Dale Ryman
A business boom is happening right now in Rib Mountain, with Sportsman’s Warehouse the newest addition.

News

Rep. Tiffany introduces legislation to keep chocolate milk in schools

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Sean White
Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), joined by seven members of Congress, introduced H.R. 3930, the Milk is Indisputably Liked by Kids Act of 2023 – or MILK Act for short.

News

Man of Honor Society Fundraiser

Man of Honor Society fundraiser to be held June 9-11

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Tony Langfellow
The Man of Honor Society will hold its 19th annual fundraiser starting Friday.

News

FILE - Cuban flags fly near the U.S. Embassy in Havana.

Cuba gives China permission to build spying facility on island, US intel says

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By CNN
Cuba has agreed to allow China to build a spying facility on the island that could allow the Chinese to eavesdrop on electronic communications across the southeastern US, a source familiar with the intelligence told CNN.
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Sports

Wisconsin football unveils Big 10 opponents for 2024, 2025 seasons

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Noah Manderfeld
The Big Ten unveiled their conference opponents for each team in the 2024 and 2025 season, including Wisconsin. The new formula was needed with USC and UCLA joining the Big Ten starting next season.

News

Wisconsin lawmakers call on tribal leaders, administration to negotiate on Lac du Flambeau road access

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Sean White
Rep. Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) issued the following statement today in response to the Lac du Flambeau tribe’s reported refusal to participate in mediation efforts to bring an end to a months-long dispute over local road access.

News

Bluegrass at The Lake to take place June 8-10 at Lake Wazeecha

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Tony Langfellow
A 3-day music festival will begin Thursday at Lake Wazeecha’s Red Sand Beach. Music will begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday with Southbound performing. Friday, music starts at 4 p.m and events happened all day on Saturday.

News

Culver’s to add two new summer custard flavors

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Sean White
With summer underway and guests in search of new and exciting flavors of Fresh Frozen Custard, Culver’s is once again adding to its ever-growing Flavor of the Day lineup.

News

Culver’s announces new summer custard flavors

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Benjamin Cadigan
Two new frozen custard flavors were announced to beat the heat: Lemon Berry Layer Cake and Dark Chocolate PB Crunch.

News

UW Health launches pediatric heart transplant program

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Erin Sullivan
UW Health’s Transplant Center just launched a new pediatric heart transplant program at American Family Children’s Hospital.

News

Sportsman’s Warehouse holds Grand Opening in Rib Mountain

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Chandler Ducker
A popular sports retailer has already seen big success in Racine, and now it’s hoping to have that same success in Wausau.

News

Wisconsin Senate votes to increase parole transparency

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:42 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
The Assembly passed a previous version of the bill with bipartisan support in March.

News

Mid-State to offer new firefighter program to help address department shortages

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 9:57 PM CDT
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By Dominique O'Neill
Mid-state Technical College is now offering a new 15-credit Fire Service Certification Program this fall with the goal of helping local fire departments meet the increased demand for new firefighters.

Weather

First Alert Weather Day: Frosty conditions expected Thursday morning

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:44 PM CDT
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By Mark Holley
Near average highs for the week, but morning temperatures could fall into the 30s Thursday. Next chance for rain arrives over the weekend.

Breaking

Human remains found north of Mabel, ex-boyfriend of Madeline Kingsbury arrested for second-degree murder

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:35 PM CDT
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By KTTC Staff
Adam Fravel, former partner of Madeline Kingsbury and father of her two children, has just been charged with second degree murder with intent.

News

Float stress away with a new form of relief therapy center in Antigo

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:22 PM CDT
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By Sean White
Mosaic Massage and Float Center is in the midst of a complete remodel of the historic Peaceful Valley General Store at 533 Fifth Ave. in Antigo.

News

‘Concerts on the Square’ marks 30th year with excitement all around.

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:40 PM CDT
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By Jade Flury and Heather Poltrock
Concerts on the Square will mark its 30th year on Wednesday with the first concert of the season -- Brass Differential.

News

Ways to protect your family after over a dozen people die in 2022 from heat-related illness

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:34 PM CDT
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By Hannah Borchert
Many people don't recognize the signs of heat illness until it's too late.

News

Marshfield Clinic Health System will now include occupation in patient health records

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:14 PM CDT
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By April Pupp
Marshfield Clinic Health System will now ask patients about the industries and jobs they have.

News

Kronenwetter to kick off its Farmers Market season this Sunday

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 4:19 PM CDT
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By Sean White
Spend your Sundays strolling the booths of the Kronenwetter Farmers Market as vendors feature a myriad of vegetables, fruits, desserts, flowers, honey, lotions, soaps, clothing, and much more.

Mlb

Brewers activate Adames off 7-day IL, option Turang to AAA

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 3:55 PM CDT
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By Noah Manderfeld
The Brewers have activated shortstop Willy Adames off the seven-day injured list and optioned Brice Turang to AAA, the team announced Wednesday.

News

Northwoods YMCA to host 23rd annual Fore the Kids Golf Outing on July 14

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 3:42 PM CDT
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By Sean White
Assemble your foursome and hit the greens for this great and memorable fundraiser for the YMCA of the Northwoods Annual Support Campaign.

News

“Inside the NFL” to be broadcast on the CW Network beginning Sept. 5

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 3:21 PM CDT
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By Sean White
Dennis Miller, president of the CW Network, announced Wednesday that the CW Network is the new, exclusive home of the Emmy® Award-winning weekly studio series “Inside the NFL.”

News

Weston man indicted in fentanyl, gun possession case faces up to 75 years in prison

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 2:54 PM CDT
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By Sean White
A federal grand jury has charged Jacob Gould, 34, of Weston with drug crimes involving fentanyl and with being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.

News

Phillips-Medisize begins process to close Medford plant, layoffs to begin Aug. 7

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 2:20 PM CDT
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By WSAW Staff
A manufacturing plant in Medford, with nearly 170 employees has begun the process to permanently close.

News

Wisconsin Legislature moves to protect access to gas-powered vehicles

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 1:49 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
The Wisconsin Legislature is expected to approve bills Wednesday that would protect access to gas-powered vehicles, snow blowers, lawnmowers and other machines.

News

Central Wisconsin tourism plays large role in setting state revenue record

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 11:33 AM CDT
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By Dominique O'Neill
The Wisconsin Department of Tourism released 2022 economic impact data showing the tourism industry generated a record-breaking $23.7 billion in total economic impact, with Langlade County playing a pivotal role by contributing $77 million in total economic impact.

News

‘Helmet Hero’ program encourages kids to be safe this summer

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:58 AM CDT
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By April Pupp
Aspirus Health and Safe Kids Marathon County launched their new ‘Helmet Hero’ program this summer to encourage kids to ‘be your own hero by wearing a helmet.’

News

Wisconsin Senate to take up bills targeting unemployment benefits

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:41 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Wisconsin residents looking for work would face stricter qualification requirements under a package of Republican-authored bills scheduled for final approval in the Legislature on Wednesday.

News

Wisconsin Legislature to vote on increasing parole transparency

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:27 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Wisconsin’s parole commission would be forced to post its decisions online about who has been granted and denied parole under a Republican-authored bill up for final approval in the state Senate on Wednesday.

News

Wisconsin’s GOP-led Legislature to block meningitis vaccine requirement for students

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:52 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature on Wednesday plans to take the final step needed to stop Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ administration from requiring 7th graders to be vaccinated against meningitis.

News

Public piano project returns to the streets of Stevens Point

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:43 AM CDT
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By Desiree Fischer
The donated piano is located at the transit stage in the public space near Guu’s on Main.

News

Longer renewal times, other changes eyed to speed up Wisconsin licensing delays

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:27 AM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Republicans who control the Legislature have blamed the delays on Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ administration.

News

Stevens Point kids ride free on city buses all summer long

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 7:22 AM CDT
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By Chandler Ducker
Transportation is one of the top three needs that every family has, and Stevens Point is making sure the need is met for kids on summer break.

Baseball

SPASH, Edgar baseball punch tickets to state in walk-off fashion

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 10:14 PM CDT
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By Noah Manderfeld and Nolan Bulmahn
SPASH and Edgar baseball are going to state after winning their respective sectional final games in walk-off fashion. Marathon and Amherst each lost in the sectional final.

News

Gov. Evers visits Stevens Point highlighting state tourism

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 9:34 PM CDT
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By Alicia Schumacher
Governor Tony Evers shared the state’s 2022 tourism economic impact data in Stevens Point on Tuesday to do some touring of his own at the Sculpture Park.

News

Bull Falls Brewery gets approval from city to sell items at auction

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 9:10 PM CDT
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By Sean White
The Wausau Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the owners of Bull Falls Brewery to sell its tangible personal property at auction during a committee meeting Tuesday evening.

News

New concert venue a “tough sell” for some to bring to Wausau

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 9:00 PM CDT
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By Sean White
A new development proposal was brought before the economic development committee on Tuesday to discuss plans for a new concert venue that has hopes of being built on Wausau’s riverfront.

Weather

First Alert Weather: Stretch of cool & comfy weather with little rain chances

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:47 PM CDT
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By Mark Holley
Rebounding back to near normal high temperatures for the extended forecast. Next chance for rain or storms over the weekend.

State

Doctors remove massive tumor from Waupun baby after birth

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 5:47 PM CDT
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By Lena Blietz
A baby girl from Waupun is here today thanks to a life-saving surgery that allowed her to breathe despite a large tumor that grew while she was in the womb.

News

Central Wisconsin Water Walkers host their first 2023 waterski show

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 4:25 PM CDT
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By Hailey Clevenger and April Pupp
This year’s first Central Wisconsin Water Walkers Waterski Show will take place tonight at 6:30 p.m. on Lake Wausau.

News

Town of Rib Mountain could become a Village after July 11

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
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By Hannah Borchert
If you live in the Town of Rib Mountain, you have an important decision to make on July 11 when a vote will take place to decide if the town should become a village, making it incorporated.

News

Sayner-Star Lake to bring the fun of cornhole and beer together this summer

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 3:39 PM CDT
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By Sean White
Tourists and locals alike are invited to join in friendly competition at three Bags & Brews Cornhole Night events, sponsored by the Sayner-Star Lake Chamber of Commerce.

News

Weston seeking input on future outdoor rec plans

Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 3:15 PM CDT
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By Heather Poltrock
The village of Weston is in its final days of collecting input about ways to improve the park and trail system.
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