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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two people were seriously injured in a crash on Hwy 29 near Wittenberg on Sunday around 3:30 p.m. when a vehicle left the road, became airborne, and rolled multiple times with one person trapped beneath it—emergency crews extricated the victim and airlifted both to nearby hospitals.  WSAW

BUSINESS NEWS

  • A&W Restaurant opened Monday in Weston at 2805 Schofield Ave. The restaurant serves homemade root beer and cheese curds and offered a free mug to the first 50 customers.  WSAW

CRIME NEWS

  • Wausau police found a 58-year-old man dead on a walking trail near Bridge St between Culver’s and Pick N Save around 6:15 p.m. on Sunday evening — he was a member of the unhoused community — and foul play was not suspected as the cause of death remains pending.  WSAW
  • Wausau police said Susan Pickett—who had been subject to a Silver Alert for her missing dementia—was found safe after she was last seen at 8:45 p.m. Sunday near the 500 block of East Wausau Avenue.  WAOW
  • Wausau police issued a Silver Alert for Susan Pickett, a 72-year-old woman missing after she was last seen on Sunday at the 500 Block of E Wausau Avenue wearing a black shirt and blue jeans or a light-blue matching set of pajamas, and anyone with information is urged to call 715-261-7795.  WSAW
  • Trenton Lawry, an 18-year-old from Wisconsin Rapids, faced three charges including homicide by negligent operation of a vehicle and reckless driving after he ran a stop sign near Auburndale on Dec 13—killing passenger Kasey Ramthun, and he is set to appear in court on Aug 4.  WSAW

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 6/25/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 6/27/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 6/29/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/3/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/10/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 7/14/25

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  • Booze, Blends & Botany

    Join the finest Wausau area mixologists and chef's July 16 & 17 for unique fun and demonstrations of how botanicals are used in a wide array of food and drink. Enjoy a curated menu of sample craft cocktails and complimentary sample dishes created from a selection of fresh local ingredients!

    Wed, 7/16/25

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  • Guided Tour with Pao Houa Her

    11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum — $5.00 — Explore stunning community portraits and engage in an art project with fellow attendees.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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  • Create Your Own Jewelry Workshop

    11 AM – 3 PM — The Local — $38 each — Design and create your unique jewelry piece with expert guidance.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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