Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Friends of Wausau Historic Landmarks are hosting their annual Sweet Landmarks of Wausau Gingerbread Contest on December 14, 2024, encouraging participants to create gingerbread constructions inspired by local and Marathon County buildings. Wausau Times
- ➤ Sylvan Hill Tubing Hill in Wausau is set to open for the winter season on December 14, welcoming enthusiasts of all ages. WSAW
- ➤ Central Wisconsin's 'Grinchmas on Grand' encourages community spirit through a business crawl involving 37 local businesses with discounts and promotions. WSAW
- ➤ Wisconsin's foster care system faces a significant decline in applicant numbers despite a rising need for foster families, impacted by housing shortages and the pandemic. WSAW
- ➤ A game night event is being hosted by Children's Miracle Network, The Pinery, and Odin Games in Wausau, WI, to raise funds for children in the hospital, offering both classic and new games to play with a donation. WAOW
- ➤ The Salvation Army seeks additional volunteers for bell ringing to support community services in Marathon County. WAOW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Venado café has opened a new location in the Dudley Tower, Wausau, offering diverse menu options to locals and travelers alike. WSAW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Wausau School District task force will reconvene on Dec. 18 to review new data that could affect its recommendation to close or repurpose four elementary schools, aiming to address a budget deficit and building capacity concerns. Wausau Daily Herald
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ D.C. Everest senior Blake Bangtson wins the 2024 Win Brockmeyer Award and a $1,500 scholarship for outstanding high school football performance in Wausau. WSAW
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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.
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