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Wednesday, December 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Wausau Cyclones and Culvers are hosting a Teddy Bear Toss Game to collect stuffed animals for children in northcentral Wisconsin, with fans encouraged to bring toys to toss onto the ice after the team's first goal.  WSAW
  • Twenty-six businesses in Marathon County were recognized by the Health Department for not selling tobacco to minors in recent compliance checks.  WSAW
  • Jennifer Plisch has been appointed as the new executive director of Monk Botanical Gardens in Wausau, which is undergoing enhancements including a new main entrance and expanded facilities.  WSAW
  • A vigil is scheduled for Tuesday to honor Garrick Dixon, an unhoused community member found deceased in Wausau's Marathon Park, with no foul play suspected.  WSAW
  • Volunteers acquired over $5,000 worth of toys, including Legos and girl toys, for the Truckers for Tots campaign to benefit the Salvation Army in Wausau.  WAOW

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Over 600 customers in Wausau's westside are without power due to equipment failure in a substation, with an expected restoration time of 5:30 p.m.  WSAW

CULTURE NEWS

  • Wausau Community Theatre presents its annual adaptation of 'A Christmas Carol', featuring a self-written version by Dan Drenk, with performances scheduled from December 12-15.  WAOW

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Wisconsin's outdoor recreation industry achieves record-breaking revenue, marking a significant growth post-COVID.  WAOW

SPORTS NEWS

  • Wausau East boys' basketball team maintains a perfect season by defeating Marathon 89-48, while in girls' basketball, both Marathon and Phillips secure victories in their respective games.  WSAW

EVENTS

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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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