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Thursday, December 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A Rohingya refugee recounts his journey from escaping persecution to finding hope and a new start for his family in Wausau, highlighting the global issue of Rohingya persecution.  WSAW
  • Red Eye Brewing Company introduces a 'Coq au Vin' pizza, donating $2 from each sale to the 'Share Your Holidays' charity, supporting local community needs.  WSAW
  • Wausau, Wisconsin marks three years since establishing a refugee resettlement agency, contributing to local diversity and the economy, amidst broader national immigration discussions.  WSAW

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two separate crashes disrupted traffic on Highway 51 in Wausau due to overnight snow, with lanes affected in both directions.  WSAW

CRIME NEWS

  • Shandel L. Mohr was sentenced to over a year in federal prison for her role in a cocaine and methamphetamine distribution network in Marshfield, Wisconsin.  WSAW

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau is cautioning shoppers about holiday scams that could lead to financial losses.  WSAW

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Wetlands contribute nearly $23 billion annually in flood control benefits in Wisconsin and the upper Midwest, at a time when wetland loss is accelerating and protections are diminishing.  Wausau Daily Herald

SPORTS NEWS

  • Wausau, Wisconsin is getting a new women's collegiate summer league softball team, led by former Assistant General Manager Brianne Barta, to compete across the Upper Midwest.  WSAW

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Central Wisconsin Holiday Gift and Craft Show

    The Holiday Gift & Craft Show showcases the work of local artisans across various mediums, providing a vibrant shopping experience in Central Wisconsin.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • Cirque Dreams: Holidaze in Wausau

    This annual holiday theatrical event combines a Broadway-style production with contemporary circus arts, promising a unique and festive experience.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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