Wausau
Today
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Green Bay Catholic Diocese announced that it is investigating Adele Brice, a Champion farmgirl who said she saw the Virgin Mary three times in 1859, and is reviewing her potential for sainthood; a chapel at her apparition site hosts the annual Solemnity Day on Oct. 9. WSAW
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Local financial advisor Logan Woller from Buska Retirement Solutions recommends focusing on budgeting for better money management in the New Year. He suggests (budget tracking, tax planning, and monitoring disposable income) to help locals stick to their resolutions. WSAW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Standing Rocks County Park offers winter sports for families and outdoor fans with beginner ski hills, cross-country trails and snowshoeing. Daily ski passes cost $18 for adults and $15 for youth, with free entry for children eight and under, and slopes run on weekends until snow ends or March 15. WSAW
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Winter Brew Fest
6-9 p.m. — Rothschild Pavilion — $30-$45 — Sample beers from 10+ breweries while enjoying a brat bar and live entertainment.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The fool wonders, the wise man asks.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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