Good morning, Wausau.

Community members gathered at Forward Beverage Company today to mark the kickoff for the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's — the largest fundraiser held by the Alzheimer’s Association, where attendees signed up and received drink tickets.

The official two-mile walk will take place at Marathon Park on September 27th.

Bluegill Bay County Park is hosting the Summer Tsunami event this weekend, organized by four local non-profits to feature fast boat racing, water skiing, and live concerts — over 80 boats are set to race with speeds up to 100 miles per hour while food and donation-based entry support park attractions. Proceeds will help fund the non-profit groups and future events.

A&W will open a new restaurant at 2805 Schofield Ave in Weston on June 23, offering rootbeer and cheese curd.

It replaces Fuzzy's Taco’s, which closed in December 2024 after a brief run, and follows an earlier A&W on the north side that closed in 2019.

Children and teens will have access to free breakfast and lunch this summer at several sites in Wausau and Merrill — most locations require meals to be eaten on site while one allows take-home options.

Local school districts, the Boys and Girls Club and community churches are offering these programs from early June through August.

Child advocacy centers in Wausau will lose tens of thousands of dollars if the state does not secure dedicated funding by June 30.

They get $17,000 from the state plus $80,000 from grants and may cut staff and end key forensic interviews—potentially reducing much-needed support for children.

The Wisconsin Assembly passed Bradyn’s Law, which sets new punishments for sextortion and gives payment help to victims and their families.

The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee will hold a public hearing Wednesday—then the bill goes to the governor for approval.

At Marshfield Children’s Hospital, facility dog Dr. Dolly Paw-ton comforts 4-year-old Henry—a Wausau boy with Down syndrome and an immune deficiency—during his recurring IVIG therapy and multiple other treatments.

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.

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.

Manga Drawing Workshop

9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. — Marathon County Public Library - Wausau Headquarters — Free entry — Unleash your creativity by drawing your own manga characters with provided materials.

Clay Creations for Kids

3-4 p.m. — Marathon County Public Library — Free entry — School-aged children can unleash their creativity by sculpting mini masterpieces with air-dry clay.

Wings Over Wausau Airshow

4-10 p.m. — Wausau Downtown Airport — Free entry — Experience thrilling day and night airshows along with fireworks and family-friendly activities.

Wausau Woodchucks vs. Green Bay Rockers

3:05 – 4:35 PM — Athletic Park — Ticket includes hot dog, soda, and reserved box seat — Cheer on the Woodchucks in this exciting baseball matchup.

Kenosha Kingfish vs. Wausau Woodchucks

1:05-2:35 p.m. — Wausau Woodchucks — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup at Athletic Park with local teams battling it out.

Wausau Ignite vs. Madison Night Mares

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Athletic Park — Cost varies — Watch an exciting softball match between local teams in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Canvas & Mocktails

6-8 p.m. — Mosaic of North Central Wisconsin — Cost details not specified — Create a personal masterpiece while enjoying mocktails with guided instruction.

Wausau Ignite vs. Mankato Habaneros

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Athletic Park — Secure your seats — Feel the thrill of live softball action with the Mankato Habaneros at Wausau Softball.