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Tuesday, August 27th, 2024
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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WSAW's signal through Spectrum is currently down, with technicians working to resolve the issue. WSAW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Wausau School District task force is evaluating potential reductions in elementary school operations due to projected enrolment declines, focusing on fiscal responsibility, efficient use of space, maintaining education quality, minimizing student impact, and keeping schools close to students. Wausau Daily Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service in Green Bay issued severe thunderstorm warnings across various Wisconsin counties, cautioning against high winds, hail, and potential damage. WAOW
- ➤ Wisconsin's DNR aims to align state standards for PFAS in drinking water with stricter federal guidelines, initiating a process that could enhance treatment requirements and impact public water systems financially. Wausau Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Central Wisconsin's senior citizens face a higher risk of heat-related illnesses amid the year's peak temperatures, exacerbated by medications that impair cooling. WAOW
- ➤ As hot and humid weather affects central Wisconsin, experts advise keeping pets cool and hydrated, warning against overhydration risks. WAOW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ High temperatures cause smartphones and other devices to overheat, with experts recommending measures such as finding shade, closing apps, turning off Bluetooth, and not charging during hot parts of the day to prevent this. WAOW
SHOP NEWS
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6th Annual Beer & Bacon Fest
Celebrate the flavors of beer and bacon with samples from over 25 vendors at this popular local festival.
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Art Making Experience at the Woodson Museum
Experience hands-on art making at the Woodson Art Museum’s Glass Box Studio, where you'll learn printmaking techniques and create a Wausau-themed print inspired by local landmarks.
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Pilot for a Day Experience
Experience the basics of flight training and take the controls of an airplane at Wausau Downtown Airport.
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Fall Family Experience at Willow Springs Garden
Experience a morning filled with fun fall activities including a children's corn maze, barrel train rides, and hayrides at Willow Springs Garden.
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Central Wisconsin Book Festival 2024
Experience a literary celebration where book lovers can meet and hear from various authors through diverse events across multiple locations in central Wisconsin.
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