Good morning, Wausau.

A $250,000 grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation will fund a new health clinic, farm-to-table grocery, and community event space on a long-vacant property in downtown Marathon City.

The project will boost local growth while letting residents access quality care (and fresh food) close to home.

Kronenwetter mom Brittney Bird attends Social Media Victims Remembrance Day in Washington today to honor her son Bradyn Bohn (forever 15) and 270 others lost to internet crimes, and she urges lawmakers to choose families over big tech.

Travelers at Central Wisconsin Airport can now compare rates and book flights, hotels and car rentals on the CWA website using KAYAK’s new trip planning tool — a step that improves travel planning for residents and visitors.

The South Wood County Historical Museum invites locals to share memories and photos of the Christmas Tree Walk for its 10th anniversary celebration in December (for a commemorative issue of its magazine).

The online survey is open to everyone who has been part of the tradition.

An enhanced big-screen version of The Giant Spider Invasion is set to play this weekend in local theaters, offering modern updates and new scenes with actor Dan Davies+the film, originally shot in Merrill and Stevens Point, celebrates Wisconsin nostalgia.

Central Wisconsin veteran Steve McDonald has released his photo book Through His Lenses, which shares raw images he took during Vietnam and was inspired by his fiancée Peg + the book offers a way for veterans to connect with their past.

Families can test their knowledge of American history at the Marathon County Public Library Athens Branch after the library launches a free time travel trivia game honoring America's 250th anniversary.

The event will run from July 6 to 11 at 203 Alfred St. in Athens.

Wausau Fire Department is near full staffing with 72 workers and is seeking three new hires amid ongoing recruitment challenges, while Merrill’s Pine River Volunteer Fire Department boosted its team by adding 10 new volunteers to reach 28 on staff.

In contrast, Ringle’s department fell short by five positions.

The WIAA board passed a proposal (10-1) on Tuesday to add a 35-second shot clock for varsity basketball starting in the 2028-29 season and allow non-conference games to use the clock this year if both teams agree; the final vote by full membership is set for April.

The Woodchucks rallied with a four-run ninth inning Tuesday night to beat the Dock Spiders 10-9 at Athletic Park, improving their record to 17-8.

They will face Green Bay today at 6:35 p.m.

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.

Jazz on the River Concert Series

Sundays, Jul 19 – Aug 16 — Kickbusch Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant series of free jazz concerts along the scenic river in Wausau.