Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of July.
Good morning, Wausau.
Local Alejandra Moreno is running a drive to collect food, medications, and pet food for Venezuela earthquake victims; donations can be dropped off at 1114 South Third Avenue (Monday to Saturday, 3 to 6 p.m.) until July 13.
Rennes Health and Rehab Center–Weston and Renaissance by Rennes–Weston are hosting 11th Antique and Classic Car Show on July 29 from 3 to 6 p.m. at 4810 Barbican Avenue.
The event features car displays, live music, cookout, silent auction and activities; proceeds benefit the Man of Honor Society for veterans.
Firefighters battled a heat-stressed blaze at Junion Photography (1407 N.
Third St.) on July 5 that led to partial collapse and a shift to defensive tactics, with extra crews returning later to quench lingering hot spots.
A blue-green algae bloom on Lake Dubay has forced the Central Wisconsin Water Walkers to move their water ski practice from the lake as beachgoers choose safety (DNR experts warn the bloom can be toxic).
Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee met Monday to review cutting the wharf docks at Riverlife Park due to high installation costs and low usage (annual costs exceed $8,700), and they considered merging docks into a fishing pier while retaining kayak launches with a final decision expected at their next meeting.
The Woodchucks lost both games of a doubleheader to the Eau Claire Express on Monday with scores of 5-3 and 7-5 as they head into the All-Star break tomorrow, with Eau Claire building early leads to secure their wins.
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.
Wausau Woodchucks vs. Lakeshore Chinooks Baseball Game
1:05-4:05 p.m. — Historic Athletic Park — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of baseball with food and excellent views along the third-base line.
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