Good morning, Wausau.

The Man of Honor Society holds its annual basket raffle this weekend at the Wausau Eagle’s Club to fund veterans’ needs.

The event offers live music, food tents, and pontoon rides with prizes drawn at 6 p.m. Sunday, including a Jeep Compass, Harley motorcycle, and UTV (fireworks grace Saturday night).

Residents of Wausau can share ideas for the future of the vacant city-owned 1300 Cleveland Ave. property through an online or paper survey available until July 1 — this follows a May 28 community engagement session that gathered input for non-industrial land uses.

A family in Wausau saw their home declared a total loss after a fire spread from the garage to the house and attic, damaging nearly all belongings.

They have started a fundraiser to help cover the $18,000 needed for essentials not covered by insurance.

Dairy breakfasts return for June Dairy Month as local farms and FFA groups host events celebrating Wisconsin’s dairy heritage this month; the first event is on June 14 at Merrill Area Recreation Complex (8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.) and more gatherings follow across north central counties.

Marathon County tourism brought nearly $490M in economic impact in 2025 from outdoor recreation and local events.

Officials said the boost helped jobs and businesses (and contributed to Wisconsin’s record $27B visitor economy).

Twelve students from Wausau Schools have departed for a musical tour in Japan today, set to perform in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka where they will join local orchestra exchanges and collaborate with renowned conductor Nobu Yatsuda in a program promoting international cultural exchange.

Marathon County invites residents to share input on the planned Hub City Wind Farm project via an online survey available until June 19 and an in-person forum on June 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Lake View Conference Center (Parking is in Lots E and F).

Today, the 2026 All Conference Spring Sport Athletes were recognized from the Wisconsin Valley, Great Northern & Marawood Conferences with awards including first-team, second-team, and honorable mentions for standout athletes at local high schools like D.C.

Everest, Wausau West, and Wausau East.

The 15U Stallions played in the tournament championship game Sunday at Wausau East High School where they lost 14-6 after taking an early lead (their record fell to 2-2), and they will face Westfield on Friday, June 19 at 8:00 p.m. during the Antigo Home Tournament.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

June 23-25 — Trinity Lutheran School — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance scoring, ball handling, and playmaking skills in a fun, youth-focused environment.

Wings Over Wausau Airshow

Daytime and evening events — Wausau Downtown Airport — Admission details to be confirmed — Experience thrilling aerial displays and family-friendly fun in Wisconsin's aviation celebration.