Good morning, Wausau.

Over the weekend, Andy Grundman of Pat’s Body Shop organized the skydiving charity event (High Falls for Small Paws) in Wausau that raised $5,000 for the Marathon County Humane Society; he will aim to raise $10,000 next year.

Exhibitors from Marathon County finished final setups on Monday as the Wisconsin Valley Fair opens today and runs through Aug.

9, with 4-H members and club participants preparing barns and themed animal displays for contests.

Marathon Park’s 8,000 sqft splash pad remains closed as county officials work on minor adjustments to meet state requirements for a $700,000 project once expected to open in early July - families will enjoy it when the state approves the final review and a new date is set.

Wisconsin has seen dramatic weather shifts this year, swinging from record snowfall to tornadoes & heat waves, and experts are urging residents to prepare for ongoing climate challenges amid potential economic impacts.

Local communities remain on alert as climate extremes persist.

Daulton Varsho, a Marshfield native and Gold Glove-winning outfielder, was traded from the Blue Jays to the Houston Astros on trade deadline day, according to multiple reports.

He is coming off a season with a .243 average and seven home runs.

Wausau Ignite lost game one 3-1 to Madison on Monday night at Athletic Park after Mia Johnson’s RBI single sparked an early run; the team will take the field on Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. and must win to even the series.

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.