Wausau
Today
Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Wausau. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Theater in Wausau was ranked 111th worldwide by Pollstar, earning a top finish in market and venue size — reflecting record ticket sales and strong local support. The nearly 100-year-old venue will begin $17 million upgrades in spring to preserve its legacy for community shows. WSAW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Weston is switching waste collection companies this month as Waste Management will remove old carts and Harter’s Fox Valley Disposal will deliver new ones; residents should wait until Jan. 1 to use the carts (annual fees will rise to $205.50) and collection schedules remain unchanged. WSAW
- ➤ Airport staff used de-icing trucks to clear runways after an overnight freeze. Airport director Brian Grefe said crews worked on Friday and expect more travelers soon, urging passengers to follow airport rules. WSAW
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ After busy Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations, experts suggest ways to decompress and clean up to make room for fun. Local residents can follow simple tips to ease stress and enjoy post-holiday cheer. Wausau Daily Herald
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Winter Brew Fest
6-9 p.m. — Rothschild Pavilion — $30-$45 — Sample beers from 10+ breweries while enjoying a brat bar and live entertainment.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.
~ Sylvia Plath
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