Wausau
Today
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marathon County Public Library will host free February story times for children and families at multiple branches including Wausau’s 300 N. First St. location; programs such as Tales for Tots and Family Story Time will offer interactive storytelling, songs, and crafts (details vary by branch). Wausau Daily Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Vitality Bar acquired the former Whitewater Music Hall and Old Masonic Lodge building in downtown Wausau late last year and plans to remodel it into a wellness retreat. The business, located at 501 N 3rd Street, will reveal its new services soon. WAOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Wisconsin Children's Theater is preparing to stage its play 'The Lady Pirates of Captain Bree' on Feb. 6-8 — local actor Connor Schnurr taught the cast swordsmanship over the weekend for safe, realistic combat. WAOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mosinee junior Sophia Knetter, a two-time FCCLA winner, will host Youth Emerging Entrepreneurs Day at the University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point to offer hands-on workshops, networking opportunities and a scholarship application over $400 for students in grades 8 to 12; registration is due Jan. 26. WAOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Homeowners are advised to replace furnace filters monthly and check vents for ice buildup amid frigid temperatures driving no heat calls in Wausau today. Experts recommend keeping carbon monoxide detectors current and thermostats steady to avoid furnace issues during the cold spell. WAOW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Expert Keith Raasch of AutoSelect advises Wausau drivers to wash vehicles every one to two weeks when weather allows plus focus on the undercarriage to remove corrosive salt that can cause rust and damage vital parts. WSAW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brewers manager Pat Murphy visited Wausau on Monday night at The Grand Theater as part of his 'Inside the Dugout' tour; he engaged with the audience and previewed adjustments for Spring Training starting Feb. 12. 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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