Monday, October 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Wausau purchased the old MBX Packaging Specialists site at 201 N. First St. for $900,000, aided by a $250,000 grant to cover cleanup and create a connection in the River Edge trail. City leaders will work with residents and developers to decide if the site will become mixed-use or housing that may boost tax revenue — the deal advances plans to revitalize the riverfront. Wausau Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Menke GMC announced its Athlete of the Week nominees for Sept. 29–Oct. 6. Local athletes are recognized for their standout performance and will be honored as part of the program. Wausau Daily Herald
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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