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Saturday, October 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kris Rotunda's Jordan's Way partners with Fetch Foster and Rescue in Wausau, engaging in a live fundraiser to support food supplies for foster animals, marking a stop on his fourth nationwide tour. WAOW
- ➤ Wisconsin hosts seven major events this weekend including Harvest Fest, an NHL game, two pumpkin festivals, a celebration of Norwegian culture, the final performances of Beetlejuice, and the largest horse trail ride. WSAW
- ➤ The Wausau public transit system is considering expansion into Rothschild, Schofield, and Weston to enhance mobility and community access, pending municipal approval and planning. WSAW
- ➤ North Central Wisconsin hosts a lineup of family-friendly fall festivities this weekend, including the annual Cranberry Fest, Harvest Fest with free pumpkins and activities, and the Nekoosa Giant Pumpkin Fest featuring a variety of attractions. WAOW
- ➤ The Haunted Sawmill in Merrill, Wisconsin, provides a safe space for kids to learn and express themselves, building skills and community bonds, all while serving as a fundraiser for various organizations and collecting food for local pantries. WSAW
- ➤ The Wausau Fire Department balances emergency duties with the tradition of communal meal planning and cooking, showcasing teamwork and familial bonds among firefighters. WSAW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wausau West High School crowned Gina Xiong as homecoming queen during their blue and gold pep rally, followed by a football game against Marshfield. Wausau Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Doug Diny proposes a resolution to the Wausau Common Council about the management of an absentee ballot drop box, amid an investigation by the Wisconsin DOJ into its removal. Wausau Daily Herald
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Red Granite Grinder Cycling Event
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Live Music with Pete Henry
Experience a night of live music with Pete Henry at Malarkey's Pub & Townies Grill in Wausau.
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The Neverland Express Concert with Caleb Johnson
Experience an electrifying night of music featuring The Neverland Express alongside Caleb Johnson at The Grand Theater in Wausau.
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Don McLean Live in Concert
Experience the iconic music of Don McLean live at The Grand Theater in Wausau.
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Diwali Festival Celebration
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with an enchanting evening hosted by the Indian Society of Central Wisconsin featuring cultural activities and festivities.
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