Good morning, Wausau.

At the Greater Wausau Chamber’s Business EXPO in Rothschild on Wednesday, Olson Tire’s March Kindness contest ended when online voting (via digital submissions) boosted Peyton’s Promise to win a $5,000 donation.

Semifinalists Children's Wisconsin Marathon County, Gigi’s Playhouse, and Big Brothers Big Sisters each received $1,000.

The 2026 Business Expo was held at Central Wisconsin Convention and Expo Center in Rothschild, where local businesses celebrated longstanding community ties and creative activities.

Award winners included Northstar Restoration and Bridge Street Mission, and organizers served 500+ root beer floats.

A local power company plans repairs after storms caused a berm failure that diverted water from generators at Big Plover Mills.

Michael Bigalke is meeting with contractors to get quotes for the fix (the plant’s low water levels have disrupted service to between 200 and 300 homes).

On Thursday, D.C. Everest won 9-6 over Wausau West in its softball home opener, and Central Wisconsin beat De Pere Central 16-14 in lacrosse at Wausau East.

Guided Tour of Tiffany or Ti-Phony

11 AM - 1 PM — Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum — $5.00 — Explore the largest traveling exhibition of Tiffany lamps and uncover the art of spotting fakes.

Women of Vision Meet & Greet

6-7 p.m. — Infused — Free entry — Network and connect with inspiring women in North Central Wisconsin.

Jack Norton Live Performance

8 PM – 12 AM — Intermission Bar — Cost varies — Experience the soulful sounds of singer/songwriter Jack Norton with a unique blend of Southern storytelling and music.