Saturday, July 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities recovered the body of a man aged 33 from Big Eau Pleine Reservoir in Marathon County after he reportedly jumped from a bridge near Lisa's Landing Boat Launch—Marathon County Dive Team searched for nearly two hours before pronouncing him dead at the scene. WAOW
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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Wausau Ignite vs. Minot Honeybees
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Athletic Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting softball matchup while supporting a great cause.
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Night Ranger Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Marathon County Park — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening with Night Ranger at the Wisconsin Valley Fair's top concert event.
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