Good morning, Wausau.

Badge, the first therapy dog for Wausau PD since 2017, died on Wednesday while surrounded by friends and family (he served with school resource officer Nick Stetzer before his retirement in 2025).

Visit Wausau’s Tim White and Boulder Junction’s Dennis Duke received the Governor’s Outdoor Industry Awards on June 24 for their work in boosting local outdoor recreation and economic development; White earned the Trailblazer Award and Duke received the Rising Star Award for leading new community projects.

Marathon County residents expressed concern on Thursday about the Hub City Wind Farm project, saying it could hurt farmland use and property values.

The Alternative Energy Project’s Local Impact Advisory Committee noted local feedback may prompt changes though state law governs projects over 100 megawatts.

Central Wisconsin Airport now offers a KAYAK tool on its homepage that lets travelers compare flights, hotels & car rentals in minutes, aiming to provide a simpler trip planning experience and promote CWA as a one-stop travel hub.

The Marathon County Public Library is hosting a free educational trip to the George W.

Mead Wildlife Area on July 9. Participants must sign up due to limited space and meet at the library’s lower parking lot on West Washington at 12:15 p.m., with the bus returning around 3:45 p.m.

A temporary city committee recommended repurposing the former Northern Mobile Home Park into a boutique hotel and upscale restaurant at 281 Grand Avenue in Schofield – the plan aims to boost local lodging and economic opportunities for the area.

The Economic Redevelopment Committee is now reviewing the proposal.

Ron Siems from Nekoosa is seeking a living kidney donor after his kidney function worsened and he returned to dialysis; his family is working with Central Wisconsin Gift of Life to raise awareness for a faster transplant.

This call for help is ongoing as he waits to move up the transplant list.

Wausau Ignite announced its new mascot Luna after a fan vote— a name chosen because it reflects the team's Northern Lights-inspired brand.

85 year old show skier Glenn Sperry returned Thursday in Mosinee to perform his fourth annual show with the Central Wisconsin Water Walkers, showcasing his famous stilt skiing and creative stunts such as riding on cut watermelons.

He said he plans to keep skiing as long as his body lets him.

The Wausau Woodchucks beat Green Bay 11-4 at Athletic Park on Thursday & Dawson Harman hit a three-run homer in the first inning.

They remain tied with Madison for first in the Great Lakes West division after Madison won their game.

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.

Jazz on the River Summer Concert Series

5-7 p.m. — Kickbusch Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing summer evening filled with live jazz while overlooking the river.