Good morning, Wausau.

Wisconsin ranks first in ATV and UTV fatalities this year with 32 deaths, including one in Lincoln County from a collision, while DNR experts (like Jake Holsclaw) emphasize the need for helmets and seatbelts to prevent future accidents.

Local artist Danna Gabriel is creating a veteran memorial mural in Antigo using 305 personalized ceramic tiles to form an American flag tribute at Bradley Funeral Home (community tile sales help support Disabled American Veterans, Langlade County Chapter 23).

UW-Stevens Point at Wausau will move to the Northcentral Technical College campus on Monday, Aug.

24, uniting academic programs and advising under one roof. The collaboration (Purple and Blue Advantage) will offer local and adult learners more degree options and easier access to education.

Rothschild Elementary teacher Katelyn Swenson recommends that parents set a routine at home—from an early bedtime to a quick goodbye at drop-off—to help children feel comfortable on their first day.

Classrooms are prepared with clearly labeled spaces to guide young students as they start kindergarten.

County Trunk Highway J’s bridge reconstruction will temporarily close the road near D.C.

Everest Middle School and Riverside Elementary School, causing school bus route delays. Officials say work will continue through the fall — with completion expected early November.

A Wood County father began a campaign after losing his son to a peanut allergy to supply EpiPens to first responders.

His efforts equipped eight counties and helped a deputy treat a bee sting victim on Wednesday while he pushes a state law to require EpiPens.

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.