Good morning, Wausau.

Greenheck Group’s golf outing on June 20 at Pine Valley Golf Course (with 99 golfers) raised a record $3,400 to fund trips for six local veterans to visit war memorials in Washington, D.C.

The donation, presented on Aug. 5, is the largest since the event began in 2011.

Today, law enforcement officers stand on Dunkin’ rooftops and in drive-thrus across the state — raising money for Special Olympics Wisconsin.

The fundraiser runs from 6 a.m. to noon and offers a free medium coffee coupon with a $10 donation while supplies last.

Connexus Credit Union exceeded its July food drive goal by collecting 695 nonperishable food items at local branches to support eight food pantries around the area.

The drive was organized by Connexus Cares to honor America's 250th anniversary and address food insecurity.

Local police will join statewide officers today during the 13th annual Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser at Dunkin' locations (including both Wausau sites) to support Special Olympics Wisconsin as customers donating $10 receive free donut and coffee coupons from 6 a.m. to noon.

SAFER received a $22K grant from the Firehouse Subs Foundation and has used it to buy new water rescue equipment, including technical helmets and water rescue boards, which are being deployed along local waterways such as the Eau Claire River and Lake Wausau.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is now renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to better capture its impact on the body's hormone systems; Marshfield Medical Center-Minocqua’s Dr. Jan Goral explained the new term addresses symptoms like insulin resistance and thyroid issues that vary by patient.

Health officials confirmed toxic blue-green algae in Lake Du Bay Thursday, Aug.

13 and warned residents to avoid water contact to prevent illness, including risks for children and pets. The Wisconsin DNR and local health departments urge against swimming or boating until the blooms dissipate (symptoms include rashes and nausea).

Kayakers practiced at Whitewater Park ahead of the Midwest Freestyle Championships, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday with about 100 paddlers from eight states.

The event features freestyle and downriver clinics to help participants learn and refine their skills.

The Stratford Tigers are aiming to win the conference and make a deep playoff run when they open the season on Aug.

21 at home against Mosinee; in their second year under coach Marshall Lehman, the team is focused on building a strong defense and mastering its physical play.

Birds in Art 2026 Public Opening

The 51st annual Birds in Art opening-day festivities on Saturday, September 12 include opportunities to meet over seventy visiting artists who flock to the Museum from throughout the world from 9 am – Noon, and Artists in Action demonstrations, 9 – 11 am. In the afternoon, Watch, Learn & Create will be held at the Glass Box Studio–a free, family-friendly program where visitors can work alongside artists to create their own works of art, 1 – 4 pm.