Good morning, Wausau.

Downtown will buzz as the Wausau Night Market returns today from 5 to 9 p.m. on Third Street, featuring live music, local vendors, and food trucks (award-winning event at the 35th Wisconsin Main Street Awards).

An anonymous donor is offering a matching gift of up to $1 million for the Grand Theater restoration in downtown Wausau—every dollar donated until Dec.

31 will be matched. The campaign has raised $15.5 million toward its $17.5 million goal and the theater will reopen in November.

Mid-State Technical College will launch three new programs this fall + its first Catering Specialist degree addressing hospitality needs, along with Livestock Technician and Auto Collision Repair & Refinish Technician tracks offering hands-on training.

Applications for fall 2026 enrollment are now accepted.

Marathon County Public Library will host a free nature art trip at Mead Wildlife Area on June 25.

The group will depart from the library headquarters at 12:15 p.m. and return around 3:45 p.m.; minors must be accompanied by an adult and registration is required.

The Wausau Fire Department and Northcentral Technical College (NTC) are planning an apprenticeship program using $3.27 million in federal funds to train 18 apprentices over 18 months, pending approval from the human resource committee and council before this fall.

Marathon County residents learned about a wind farm during a public forum held Wednesday at Lake View Conference Center (1000 Lake View Drive) in Wausau from 6 to 8 p.m. County officials said Alliant Energy may build 28 to 38 turbines pending state approval and survey responses open until Friday.

WI health officials monitor a multistate outbreak linked to recalled Nara Organics infant formula sold at Target and online — no infant botulism cases have been confirmed in WI as of June 13, and parents are advised to stop using the affected product.

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald said Congress might review the Sports Broadcasting Act to address modern streaming on a local broadcast.

The Packers responded Tuesday, saying his plan threatens Green Bay's revenue-sharing model that has long supported the team.

The Ignite won 10-2 over Minot Wednesday night as Wausau West grad Claire Calmes hit a two-run homer in the first inning before Marley Teasley's solo home run sparked a four-run third inning.

The win moves the team’s record to 2-5 this season.

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.