Good morning, Wausau.

National Farmers Market Week is underway at the Wausau & Weston markets, offering a dollar-for-dollar SNAP matching program with up to $20 in tokens for fruits and vegetables.

Wausau operates near Oak Island Park & Weston runs at Kennedy Park on select days.

On Aug. 5, 2026, the Good News Project finished renovating its loading dock to improve operational efficiency and site safety — the nonprofit gained support from local donors and updated drainage and surfaces to better serve its programs.

Dozens of volunteers keep the Wisconsin Valley Fair running at Marathon County Park by staffing food and ticket booths that support youth programs and local organizations.

Highland Church, 4-H, and Wausau Noon Optimist Club manage booths including a potato stand targeting 2,000 sales and a beer tent now serving cans.

Children's Imaginarium in downtown Wausau is hosting a Gabby's Dollhouse themed event for families until Aug.

22. Visitors enjoy interactive exhibits, a photo display and scavenger hunt — all with regular museum admission and no reservation needed.

A free guided field trip to Mead Wildlife Area is scheduled for Aug.

13 and departs from the Marathon County Public Library’s Wausau Headquarters at 12:15 p.m.; attendees will return by 3:45 p.m. Registration is required and minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Former Woodchucks player Jake Berkland was picked (with pick 555) by the Chicago White Sox in early July and is now at draft camp in Arizona, holding onto strong ties to Wausau through family memories at Athletic Park.

The Ignite lost 7—1 to the Night Mares in Game 2 of the championship series on Wednesday in Madison.

Head coach Jasmin Estrada praised the team's chemistry and grit that powered a dramatic turnaround from last year's 12—win season.

The D.C. Everest Evergreens return to Stiehm Stadium for their third season under head coach Braden Mitchell after a tough playoff loss last season—building on two straight conference championships and a determined effort from junior quarterback Ty Rohde.

The team is set to bring focused energy to upcoming games.

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.