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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross of Wisconsin is seeking disaster shelter volunteers as summer storm season begins. Beckie Pinnow said free training is provided and roles are flexible—offering opportunities for students, professionals and retirees to help families displaced by storms. WAOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Hmong Wausau Festival will take place on July 26 and 27 at the People's Sports Complex—featuring sports tournaments, dance and singing contests, a grand parade at 10 a.m. on July 26 and vendors with an $11 admission fee. Organizers invite families to join and celebrate Hmong culture. WAOW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ During the spring turkey season that began on April 12, the Wisconsin DNR reported that hunters registered 50,287 birds and youth hunters recorded 3,981 birds during a two-day youth hunt (a 14% increase from the five-year average) while 93% of harvest authorizations were applied for, showing robust statewide participation. WSAW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Tammy Baldwin introduced bills on Wednesday aimed at lowering family expenses by offering tax credits for first-time homebuyers—helping with high housing costs—and by capping child care fees and corporate price hikes in Wisconsin. The proposals now progress in the legislature as part of her effort to ease the affordability crisis. WSAW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Aspirus warns of vehicle heat stroke dangers after 15 children died in hot cars across the country—and notes that no hot car death has been recorded in Wisconsin since 2013. The group advises caregivers to never leave children alone in vehicles and to use a teddy bear as a reminder—call 911 immediately if a child is found alone. WSAW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Teens from the Wisconsin River Rollers excelled at the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward from July 16–19, with Joel Ogiba (13) from Mosinee winning first in the Boys U13 Log Rolling Division and Ethan Johnson (16) from Wausau finishing third while local sisters Betsy and Emma Kumfer placed fourth and professional Marcus Heineck defended his title. The group will host an amateur log rolling tournament on August 9 and a professional event on August 10 in Mosinee. WAOW
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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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Wausau Marathon and Half Marathon
6:30-8 a.m. — 1201 Stewart Ave, Wausau, WI — Registration required — Participate as an ANGEL or a CAPTAIN in a race that promotes inclusion for all.
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Hormone Health and Happy Hour
Join us for a free, fun, casual, and educational evening at Wausau's newest venue, Infused! Grab a refreshing drink like Hormone Harmony or Pellet Punch, enjoy light snacks, and learn how optimizing your hormones can help you reclaim energy, improve mood, boost libido, and feel like yourself again. Bob, our expert from Evexias, will be sharing everything you need to know about hormones and pellet therapy—an effective and convenient option for both men and women. Learn how hormone balance affects your overall health, understand the benefits of bioidentical pellets and other forms of hormone replacement, and ask questions in a relaxed, no-pressure setting. Don’t miss out on special event perks and exclusive offers! Space is limited—RSVP now to save your seat! Call or text us at 715-240-4150 to reserve your spot and bring a friend!
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Live Music by SEPARATE WAYS
6:15-9:15 p.m. — 400 Block — Cost information not provided — Enjoy a night of live music with SEPARATE WAYS in downtown Wausau.
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