Good morning, Wausau.

Hundreds of golfers participated in the Children’s Miracle Network’s annual Tees for Kids charity golf outing on Monday, raising over $400,000 for Marshfield Children’s Hospital.

Mosinee’s Skylar Shurick was named this year’s Miracle Kid, with funds going to support staff + patient families.

Marathon County Historical Society is hosting a four-day kids history camp titled 'From Forest to City: How Wausau Grew Up' at the Woodson History Center from July 7 to 10 for children in kindergarten to second grade (registration is $200 and closes July 3, with scholarships available).

Twelve Wausau students earned associate degrees on May 16 through the Rising Phoenix dual enrollment program (a local partnership with UW-Green Bay).

They plan to continue their studies at universities such as UW-Milwaukee and UW-La Crosse.

Experts say that among 500 spider species in Wisconsin, most are harmless.

The fisher spider is the largest while the nursery web spider shows maternal care as mothers weave shelters for their young — offering locals an interesting look at nature.

Today, parts of Grant Street and North 3rd Street are closed for a demolition at 731 North 1st Street — the westbound lane from North 3rd to North 1st and the southbound lane from McIndoe to Grant will be shut for four weeks.

In extreme heat, local experts warn that dogs left in cars can face life-threatening heat stroke since a car can heat from 70 to nearly 90 degrees in 10 minutes — Wausau PD receives 6–8 calls monthly and urges pet owners to use air conditioning at home.

Aspirus Health warns that extreme heat can cause serious risks like heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Dr. Dylan Wyatt advises moving to a cooler area and staying hydrated to help avoid worsening symptoms.

On Monday, the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters beat Wausau 2-1 and ended the team’s chance for a first-half division title and playoff berth; a Mallards win clinched the title, leaving Wausau to push for postseason play in the second half.

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.

Painting with Sound

Drop-in to the Woodson Art Museum's sculpture garden on Thursday, July 30 from 5 to 6 pm to experiment with Coloratura technology, meet with inventor and artist Camry Ivory, and paint with sound! Watch and listen as your brushstrokes create art and music right before your eyes and ears. No registration is required and all ages are welcome to join in. In case of inclement weather, this program will be held at the Glass Box Studio.