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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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Merrill uncorks its first Sip & Stroll wine walk

As the leaves across northcentral Wisconsin turn shades of red, orange, yellow, gold, rust, and umber, the city of Merrill is preparing for its first Sip & Stroll wine walk, a full afternoon of …

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is warning homeowners about a viral online video promoting a nonexistent federal property tax relief program. The video claims that Congress passed a …

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunters and meat processors to participate in the DNR’s Deer Donation Program. The program helps stock food pantries and supports …

The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Wisconsin and 48 state financial agencies in 47 states have reached a $15.5 million settlement with one of the nation’s …

Based on a report by WI Policy Forum located at: https://wispolicyforum.org/research/mixed-trends-for-wisconsins-homeless-population/ Walk down Washington Street or drive through Marathon …

A community non-profit organization, Good News Project, is pleased to announce the completion of its loading dock renovation, marking the final phase of its capital campaign. This important project …

Op-Ed: National Wellness Month

August is recognized as National Wellness Month, a time to focus on building healthy habits that improve our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. While many people think of wellness as eating …

Four Aspirus Health hospitals have been nationally recognized for achieving the lowest possible rate—zero—for healthcare-associated Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections, according to the …

On July 27, severe weather including a tornado and large hail struck eastern Wisconsin. Homes and vehicles were damaged and will need repairs. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and …

Conserving fuel as prices rise

Fuel is a necessity for millions of drivers on the country's roadways. According to a recent report from Experian Automotive, approximately 1.4 percent of the 292.3 million cars and trucks on the …

A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) opened Tuesday in Marathon County to assist individuals who have uninsured losses or emergency needs related to the April 13 – 23, 2026, storms and flooding. At a …

Wausau native Marla Sepnafski, director of the Wisconsin Valley Library Service, will retire on Friday, July 24 after 45 years of service.   The Wisconsin Valley Library Service, based …

The number of people incarcerated in Wisconsin state prisons for intoxicated driving offenses hit a record high in 2024 and stayed elevated in 2025, a new Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds. …

CoVantage Credit Union is pleased to announce that Matt Kaudy has officially assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Charlie Zanayed and becoming only the fourth CEO in …

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