Good morning, Wausau.

Monk Botanical Gardens is hosting its annual Blossom of Lights event to brighten autumn evenings with glowing garden paths.

Outdoor displays are scheduled Oct. 16 and 23 from 5 to 9 p.m., Oct. 19 and 26 from 5 to 8 p.m., and a trick-or-treat evening on Oct. 30 at (901 N. 4th Ave) in Wausau.

The Wisconsin DNR Wolf Advisory Committee held a virtual meeting Friday at 10 a.m. to review proposed rule NH-10-26(E) on prorating wolf depredation claims + examined how state funding shortfalls may affect payouts to livestock owners.

A Forward Analytics report found that ending taxes on tips and overtime would cost the state roughly $2.7 billion over the next decade — benefits vary by income level.

Lawmakers are expected to revisit the proposal in an upcoming legislative session.

Highway 52 Parkway between South 28th Avenue and Stewart Avenue closed Friday for pavement repairs and will remain closed for about two weeks; drivers should use the detour (via South 28th Avenue and Stewart Avenue) around the work zone.

Ayden Leonhardt, a leukemia survivor (now 17 and cancer-free), fulfilled his Make-A-Wish dream by traveling with his father to Chicago on Thursday and attending Friday night’s mixed martial arts match at Wintrust Arena; local police and fire crews sent them off with support.

A local couple built a Milwaukee Brewers shrine in their backyard called the Thirsty Sasquatch and are gearing up for the World Series by stocking it with signed cards, flags, and a game-worn pair of pants.

Ann adjusted her work schedule to catch the games.

Wausau East ended its regular season with a 21-14 win over Merrill on Friday night and now readies for the postseason.

QB Camden Rye led the Lumberjacks to a 7-2 record, marking a strong finish this season.

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.