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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Golfers will gather at Greenwood Hills in Wausau today to tee off for the annual 'Fore the Road' golf outing that supports training and education in the transportation industry. The event starts at 11 a.m., with a reception at 5 p.m. and live music from Boogie & the Yo-Yos from 7 to 10 p.m. WSAW
- ➤ Parts of the Wisconsin Rapids paper mill have been torn down for nearly a year, and officials expect the demolition to finish in the first quarter of 2026 — a local group plans to save some materials for art as new businesses begin moving into the area. WSAW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two Wausau East alums from Sisu Coffee will host a tasting event tomorrow from 2 to 5 p.m. at Timekeeper Distillery to introduce their new coffee liqueur. Residents will sample the liqueur made with espresso beans from five African countries & blended with locally distilled spirits & learn about its unique flavor. WSAW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 13, a local witness said he saw a driver in a black sedan (possibly a Nissan Altima or Toyota Corolla) fire a handgun from the moving vehicle around 11:30 a.m. near the village of Maine, prompting deputies to search for the suspect. WSAW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Weston Village Board considered a fire fee at their meeting Monday to help cover rising fire protection costs. SAFER Chief Josh Finke said the fee will be charged on a per-square-foot basis — applying to all buildings including tax-exempt ones — and may support hiring more firefighters as the department awaits a federal grant decision by September. WSAW
- ➤ Gov. Tony Evers said Thursday—he will focus on his family—that he will not run for a third term in 2026, creating the first open governor race in 16 years in Wisconsin. WSAW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today a free dental clinic opens at DC Everest Middle School’s gym in Schofield for the Mission of Mercy event where 700 volunteers including dentists and hygienists will provide extractions, fillings, cleanings + limited partial dentures to about 450 patients in need. Hosted by the Wisconsin Dental Association and its Foundation, the clinic requires no ID and offers Spanish and Hmong interpretation. WSAW
- ➤ Carl Schulze of Neenah began his nearly 100-mile journey on July 13 in his powered wheelchair to ask lawmakers for a $20-an-hour minimum wage for home health aides who help him live independently—he travels at about six miles per hour, recharging every dozen miles. He stalled in Oshkosh on July 15 when his aide was unavailable—he plans to resume his trip through Columbus and Sun Prairie to reach the capitol by the end of July and speak for change. Wausau Daily Herald
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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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Wausau Conservatory of Music Summer Concert
2:30-3:00 p.m. — Wausau Conservatory of Music, Inc. — $10 for adults, $5 for children — Experience a delightful summer chamber concert performed by talented CWSO musicians.
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