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Good Shepherd Shelter Opened for the Season Nov. 1

Catholic Charities of West Central Wisconsin is pleased to announce Good Shepherd Shelter will be open for the season beginning Nov. 1, 2026, through May 1, 2027. The Good Shepherd Shelter is an …

Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions Awards College Savings Program Management Contract to TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc

The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced the award of a new contract for program management services to TIAA-CREF Tuition Financing, Inc. (TIAA) for the Wisconsin 529 …

Unused medications can put families at risk

Expired and unused medications can increase the risk of accidental poisonings, medication mistakes and misuse, especially when they remain in homes long after they are needed. National …

Veterans “Wall of Honor”

The Veterans Weekly Cup-of-Coffee organization has updated the six photos on display at Denny’s in Rothschild. The “Wall of Honor” photos are displayed in the west room and they show Veteran …

Is your sleep tracker making it harder to sleep?

Nearly half of U.S. adults (48 percent) have used a sleep-tracking device such as a smartwatch, ring or smartphone app to monitor their sleep quality and duration, according to a recent survey from …

Marathon County Public Library Wausau to host first intergenerational puzzle competition on November 12

Everyone ages 6+ can sign up to participate in the library’s very first intergenerational puzzle competition taking place on November 12 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Marathon County Public …

More women are being diagnosed with breast cancer. Here's what to know about risk and early detection.

More women in their 20s, 30s and 40s are being diagnosed with breast cancer, reflecting a national trend that researchers are working to better understand. While breast cancer remains most common …

MCPL Marathon City to partner with ADRC on November 4 Medicare presentation

Preparing for retirement can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Adults can register to join the next session of retirement preparation and education events held at the Marathon County …

New Wisconsin teen mental health resource connects families, youth-serving programs with trusted support

The Wisconsin Out of School Time Alliance (WOSTA), a program of Marshfield Clinic, partnered with the Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health to launch a new Teen Mental Health Resource hub …

Promising advancements in Alzheimer's disease management

Alzheimer's disease has touched the lives of millions. Tens of millions of people have Alzheimer's disease worldwide, accounting for 60 percent to 70 percent of the total number of people living with …

DNR Encourages Residents To Reduce Food Waste

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages residents to celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, Sept. 28 – Oct. 4, by using simple tips to keep food waste out of Wisconsin …

How to simplify medication discussions with your physician

Effective communication is vital in a good relationship, and that includes the dynamic between seniors and their physicians. According to Caring Senior Service, adults age 65 and older see seven …

Marathon County Mental Health Collaborative Announces Free Community Screening of “Screenagers: Next Chapter”

The Mental Health Collaborative, in partnership with the Wausau Early Birds Rotary Club, will host a free community screening of Screenagers: Next Chapter — Addressing Youth Mental Health in the …

Respiratory illness season approaches: Health experts encourage early prevention

Respiratory illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) return to communities every fall and winter, contributing to missed school and work, disrupted family routines …
Obituaries
Obituaries
Charles (Chuck) George Grizzell
Charles (Chuck) George Grizzell, 80, of Weston, WI, passed away on 10/04/26, surrounded by loving family members. He was diagnosed with bile duct cancer in December 2025, and small intestine cancer …
John Patrick Zenk
John Patrick Zenk, 68, of Sparta, WI, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the Tomah Veterans Hospital, Tomah, WI. He ended a long journey with frontotemporal dementia. John was …
Gene (Eugene) James Sprague
Gene (Eugene) James Sprague, 68 of Stevens Point and formerly of Wausau and Junction City, passed away August 26, 2026, surrounded by family. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on …
Kenneth "Kenny" Gritzmacher
Kenneth "Kenny" Gritzmacher, 63, of Mosinee, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 15, 2026, surrounded by the devoted friends he considered family. Kenny was born on November 15, …
Robert "Bob" Anthony Marcis
Robert "Bob" Anthony Marcis, 61, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away on June 23, 2026. Bob was a hardworking man who took pride in a job well done. He had a desire to understand how things …
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