Wausau
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Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bridge Street Mission will house the Marathon County shelter that serves people year round next month as it moves from the First United Methodist Church to a new building that offers up to 70 beds, separate spaces, meals, & continuous outreach support. WSAW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin high school students achieved a record 92% graduation rate over the past four years, the Department of Public Instruction said. In Wausau, the local school district reached a 90.5% rate last year (reflecting statewide progress with better attendance and teacher retention). WSAW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Routine bridge inspections will cause lane and ramp closures at the U.S. 51/State 29 west interchange beginning Tuesday, Mar. 31, with work ending Wednesday, Apr. 1 (weather may alter timing). Wausau Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ As winter fades, experts stress cycling safety since 894 bicyclist crashes occurred statewide in 2024, often when motorists failed to yield. Veteran cyclist Scott Cole advises riders to use white lights+reflective gear and follow traffic rules while urging drivers to give cyclists proper space. WSAW
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