Good morning, Wausau.

On Thursday afternoon, over 100 seniors gathered at Lakeview Conference center in Wausau for a summit to discuss challenges like health care, transportation, affordability, and food security.

Marathon County Healthy Aging Coalition Chair Tony Omernik (who noted the importance of the talks) said the event will guide community efforts.

Comic book collectors and fans may browse, buy, and sell comics and memorabilia at the sixth annual convention (in Weston) on Sept.

27. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dale's Weston Lanes and The Mountain Bay Banquet Center.

Marathon County Public Library offers free October story times with books, songs, crafts and interactive learning for kids and families at nine branches including Wausau at 300 N.

First St., with sessions planned on various dates (registration not required).

DC Everest High School is hosting the Food for America event at Fu-Stead Farm, where over 300 fourth graders learn about Wisconsin agriculture firsthand.

Teachers say the event also offers FFA students a chance to build leadership skills — an experience connecting them to the source of our food.

The state Department of Natural Resources urges homeowners, campers, and travelers to buy local firewood this fall to prevent invasive pests (such as spongy moths and emerald ash borers) from harming trees in local parks and forests.

Sen. Baldwin is introducing the For the Fans Act that would require teams to offer one free viewing option for games, including streaming or over the air, & remove blackouts from league-owned services.

Fans in Green Bay and Milwaukee already watch games for free while others must pay.

Sen. Tammy Baldwin held a virtual press conference Thursday ahead of the Packers game and outlined her For the Fans Act, which would require sports leagues to offer a free live broadcast for local fans to watch home games without needing subscriptions.

The Marathon County Health Department confirmed three measles cases with no known public exposure and is monitoring impacted individuals (and their close contacts) to prevent further spread.

Officials urge residents to check vaccination status since two doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective.

The Wisconsin Realtors Association reported that existing home sales fell 8.3% in August as median prices reached $362,000, up over 7%.

The Housing Affordability Index dropped 6.5% while rising mortgage rates and slow income growth squeezed first-time buyers.

Wausau East and West held their Pink Ribbon Game on Thursday night to raise funds for K-Tech Charities and support cancer research.

Teams showcased custom pink jerseys and banners while Wausau West won the match 3-0.

Woodson YMCA is expanding its girls flag football league with a new grant from the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin's Women's Fund for Marathon County to boost local youth sports.

The program (part of the Y is Where Girls Rise initiative) will teach basic football skills, teamwork and leadership.

Owl-Ween Fest

Swoop in to the Woodson Art Museum's Sculpture Garden for free, family-friendly art making activities inspired by our avian friends, including creating a puppet with visiting artist Hattie Grimm before joining the "bird parade" around the Museum at 3 pm. Enjoy pumpkin carving, bird feeder crafting, fall-themed snacks, and more surprises during Owl-Ween Fest, which will be held at the Glass Box Studio on the Museum campus in case of inclement weather.