Good morning, Wausau.

After 84 years, the remains of Private Elmer Blonien (a WWII POW) returned to Wisconsin Rapids from the Philippines with military escorts and now rest in Rudolph.

His funeral mass is scheduled for Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Philip's Catholic Church with burial at All Souls Cemetery.

Hazel Schaefer (Nut), a 10-year-old from Wausau, flew as the representative for EAA’s 2.5 millionth Young Eagles flight on Jul.

22 at AirVenture Oshkosh and flew with retired NFL tight end Jimmy Graham in his Extra 330 airplane to mark a milestone in local aviation.

At AirVenture Oshkosh, the Lindbergh Foundation announced a Spirit of St. Louis 100 Centennial Charter Flight retracing Charles Lindbergh’s 1927 route from St. Louis to Paris via Washington, D.C. and New York, starting May 15, 2027.

Proceeds will fund aviation and aerospace programs (announced by Erik Lindbergh).

Unpredictable weather has challenged corn farmers statewide, with record flooding in spring plus emerging drought now affecting pollination.

UW experts say that despite above-normal temperatures and sporadic rain, most fields have enough subsurface moisture to support a good crop.

DNR released fall 2026 to spring 2027 hunting regulations and forecasts to help hunters and trappers plan their seasons.

The online regulations now feature a drop-down filter and print copies will soon be available at DNR Service Centers.

State consumer protection officials warn residents of a spike in AI-driven scam calls that claim to offer loan pre-approvals + the calls are designed to collect personal information by citing current economic events; residents are advised to hang up or use call-blocking features.

Health officials report that lone star ticks, which carry alpha-gal syndrome (a red meat allergy), have increased from 6 reports in 2025 to 33 so far this year in Wisconsin.

The health department is planning more tick drags to track their spread.

An assisted living facility + senior housing complex are planned on the former Graebel office building site downtown if the final recommendation is approved this August; Beacon Resources is taking names for a wait list so couples can age together.

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.

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.

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.

Jazz on the River Concert Series

5-7 p.m. — Kickbusch Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of live jazz music by the river with food trucks and picnic options.