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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Apex Angels and Warriors in Gleason helps veterans find relief by spending time with 31 rescued wolf-dogs. Co-director Michelle Last said the nonprofit—free for veterans—will hold a Memorial Day event and an open house on June 7th to welcome volunteers and donations. WSAW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcyclist suffered non-serious injuries after hitting a curb and being sent over the guardrail along the S. 17th Avenue bridge in Rib Mountain—landing in Lake Wausau—on Thursday. WSAW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Portage County man, Justin Wojtalewicz, pleaded not guilty to felony charges for attempted homicide, aggravated battery, and mayhem after allegedly shooting Ryan Wojtalewicz in the leg during an argument that left him hospitalized—he also faces charges for recklessly endangering safety and being a felon in possession of a firearm with further court actions scheduled for June 26th, August 1st and a jury trial set from August 11th through 15th. WAOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ This morning the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety passed Bradyn’s Law—named after 15‑year‑old Bradyn Bohn and designed to address sextortion with penalties that include up to a 60‑year sentence if a victim dies. Representative Brent Jacobson of Mosinee said he expected strong bipartisan support as the bill moves forward. WAOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new study finds 32% of dementia cases are linked to hearing loss, and the brain may weaken when it is not stimulated with sound. Karen Beyer from The Hearing House in Wausau compared hearing loss to a broken arm and advised people over 55 to get their hearing checked early+ early treatment may help slow dementia. WAOW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ AAA predicts nearly 839,000 Wisconsinites will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Memorial Day weekend from May 22 to May 26—an increase of almost 23,000 compared to last year. WSAW
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Newman won its Regionals softball game Thursday 19-6 over Rosholt and will face top-seed Almond-Bancroft in the Regional Semifinals on Tuesday — Tigerton baseball swept Northland Lutheran with wins of 4-1 and 11-1. D.C. Everest soccer beat SPASH 5-2 with Ava Hopper scoring a hat trick — they will play Wausau West in Valley pool play on Tuesday. WSAW
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Empowering Women Through Belly Dance
6-7:30 p.m. — 5 Koshas Yoga & Wellness — $22.50 — Discover the joy of belly dance while embracing feminine creativity and community.
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One Night in Memphis Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Grand Theater — Ticket prices range from $102 to $888 — Experience an energetic tribute to the music legends of Memphis.
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Wausau Woodchucks vs. Fond Du Lac Dock Spiders
1:05-2:35 p.m. — Athletic Park — $47-$80 — Catch the thrilling baseball rivalry between the Woodchucks and the Dock Spiders in Wausau.
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Homebuyer Education Classes
5-8 p.m. — Hmong American Center, Inc. — Free entry — Gain the knowledge to navigate the home buying process successfully.
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Wausau Ignite vs. Madison Night Mares
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Athletic Park — Ticket sales benefit a cause — Enjoy a thrilling softball game while supporting a great cause.
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Wausau Ignite vs. Madison Night Mares
1:05 – 2:35 PM — Athletic Park — Ticket proceeds support a local cause — Watch a thrilling softball matchup while helping the community.
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Wausau Ignite vs. La Crosse Steam
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Athletic Park — Tickets available through a resale marketplace — Enjoy a thrilling softball match while supporting a charitable cause.
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Wausau Ignite vs. Minot Honeybees
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Athletic Park — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting game of softball while supporting a great cause.
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Wausau Woodchucks vs. Fond Du Lac Dock Spiders
1:05 – 2:35 PM — Athletic Park — Free tickets for members — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game with complimentary food and drinks in a scenic location.
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