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Friday, November 1st, 2024

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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Impact100 Greater Wausau invites Marathon County nonprofits to apply for a $100,000 grant, with pre-applications opening on Nov. 7 and closing on Jan. 23.  WSAW
  • The 2024 pheasant hunting season in Wisconsin, running from Oct. 19, 2024, to Jan. 5, 2025, allows hunters to bag up to two roosters daily and offers enhanced accessibility with the DNR's interactive tool.  Wausau Times
  • The United Way of Marathon County urges Halloween candy distributors to be considerate of children trick-or-treating without costumes, highlighting over 40% of local households face financial hardships.  WSAW

CRIME NEWS

  • The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection warns of a rise in emailed extortion attempts, advising recipients on how to respond.  Wausau Times

CULTURE NEWS

  • Wausau's Monk Botanical Gardens hosts a Day of the Dead event with activities for all ages to celebrate loved ones who have passed, featuring face painting, dance performances, and crafts.  WSAW

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Hy-Vee is reducing its self-checkout options across Midwest stores to enhance customer service through personal interactions.  Wausau Daily Herald

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Cortney Sears, a social worker in the Wausau School District, provides support to students struggling with basic needs and educates them on maintaining healthy relationships.  WAOW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gwen Walz plans to visit Wausau, Eau Claire, and Hudson to promote voting and support for Vice President Kamala Harris, Governor Tim Walz, and other Democrats.  WSAW

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • The Wisconsin Department of Health Services emphasizes safety tips for trick-or-treating, including using reflective tape and checking candy for hazards.  WSAW
  • The Central Wisconsin Airport Director advises booking flights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4-6 weeks in advance for cost-effective holiday travel, and highlights the post-Thanksgiving weekend as the busiest due to it coinciding with the end of the Wisconsin Gun Deer Hunt Season.  WAOW

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Wisconsin Workday User Group Meeting - November 2024

    Experience a day filled with learning and networking opportunities tailored for Workday users in Wisconsin.

    Wed, 11/6/24

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  • United Way of Marathon County Turkey Trot 2024

    Experience a spirited 5K run through downtown Wausau, supporting the Marathon County Hunger Coalition with proceeds from registration fees.

    Wed, 11/27/24

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