Good morning, Wausau.

United Way’s Community Closet on South 24th Avenue needs back-to-school clothing donations—especially kids’ T-shirts and pants—and will take items Tuesday from 3 to 5 p.m., Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. and Friday from 9 to 11 a.m. with fall and winter donations accepted from Aug.

15.

On Tuesday, July 28, officers from over 130 agencies served two shifts at 75 Culver's locations, offering ButterBurgers, cheese curds and frozen custard to raise funds for the Police Lights of Christmas campaign.

Portions of sales and tip donations were given to help neighbors in need.

Bidding is underway on seized snowmobiles, dirtbikes, and go-karts linked to Stanley Pophal, with 150 items open until Tuesday, Aug.

4 at noon plus additional lots scheduled for Aug. 4 and Aug. 11, available to pre-registered bidders through Apple Auctioneering Company.

The film Ueck — documenting Brewers legend Bob Uecker’s final seasons on and off the field — is now screening at select theaters in Wisconsin.

Directors Michael Vollmann and Steve Farr spent two years capturing his broadcasts to honor his legacy.

The Hmong Wausau Festival will take place Aug.

1-2 at the People’s Sports Complex (602 E. Kent St.) featuring live entertainment, sports tournaments, food and cultural exhibits that celebrate Hmong heritage and engage the community.

Japanese beetles are in peak feeding phase this summer, causing damage to gardens and yards in Wausau.

Residents are advised to pick and drop them in a bucket of soapy water—experts say natural controls like the winsome fly may help reduce numbers over time.

A powerful EF-3 tornado hit the Fox Valley on July 27 2026, moving south through Menasha and Appleton and lasting 26 minutes while damaging homes and trees.

The unusual storm formed under unstable air tied to record heat - marking the strongest since 1984.

Riverside Fire District and Mountain Bay Metro Police are conducting joint Rescue Task Force training at D.C.

Everest Middle School (in Weston) this week to prepare first responders for emergencies, including mass casualty incidents and active threats.

Traffic near Cty Rd K and Rainbow Dr in Maine is being rerouted as law enforcement investigates the area.

Drivers are advised to allow extra travel time — the detour duration remains uncertain.

Wisconsin hospitals ranked above the national average with 65% earning four- or five-star ratings from CMS compared to the 42% national rate.

This marks the highest percentage for states with 50 or more hospitals and a record number of CMS ratings for Wisconsin.

The Wausau Ignite split a doubleheader on Tuesday with a 6 to 3 loss in game one and a 13 to 0 win in game two (at Athletic Park) that gives them a half game lead for the playoff spot; they will take the field today at La Crosse at 6:35 p.m.

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.