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Marathon County volunteer opportunities: Week of July 15
Find More Donation + Volunteer Opportunities! Go to the United Way Volunteer Connection volunteer website at unitedwaymc.galaxydigital.com. Volunteer From Your Workplace! We can help relieve a financial burden from households across Marathon County by organizing and providing for people’s basic needs – including adult and children’s hygiene items, snack packs, winter care kits, welcome home kits, and calm kits. Learn how to get started at unitedwaymc.org/volunteer.
Storms cause power outages, widespread flooding in Marathon County
Severe storms that swept through the Wausau area Saturday caused widespread power outages and significant flooding, prompting police to urge caution on the roads. Some roadways, including Grand Avenue at the Wausau-Schofield border, had heavy flooding. The Wausau Police Department on Saturday evening issued a Facebook post asking residents to avoid driving until the flood waters recede.
Huskies pitching shines in 4-1 victory, Duluth wins series against Eau Claire Express
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - After giving up double-digit runs in their previous outing, the Duluth Huskies tightened the screws and had a stellar defensive performance as a team in a 4-1 win over the Eau Claire Express in the series finale down at Wade Stadium. The Huskies also...
Marshfield High School announces hiring of Immerfall, Corcoran to head boys hockey, track programs
MARSHFIELD – Marshfield High School announced a pair of new coaching hires as Matt Immerfall returns as varsity boys hockey coach and Ben Corcoran moves from an assistant coach to head coach of the boys track & field team. Immerfall, who coached the Tigers hockey team from 2006-09, takes...
Marshfield Junior Legion baseball wraps up play at Chippewa Falls Tournament with win over Wausau
CHIPPEWA FALLS – The Marshfield Junior Legion baseball team fought back from a three-run deficit to defeat Wausau 7-5 on Sunday afternoon at Casper Park, capping off a 2-2 record at the three-day Chippewa Falls Junior Legion Tournament. Marshfield trailed 5-2 after three innings before plating three runs in...
Marshfield Senior Legion splits pair of games at Eau Claire Tournament
EAU CLAIRE – The Marshfield Post 54 Senior Legion baseball team split a pair of games at the Eau Claire Legion Tournament on Saturday at Carson Park. Marshfield defeated Winona (Minn.) LeJetz 5-0 before dropping a 4-2 decision to host Eau Claire. Blake Raab threw a complete-game four-hit shutout...
Strong storms for Saturday evening and night
Heavy downpours has once again caused flash flooding down in Appleton and the Fox Cities. 2-3″ of rain fell in less than an hour Saturday evening. All watches and warning have been allowed to expire. The severe threat into early Sunday is low. The next round of storm is...
Award-winning ice cream shop offers delicious way to cool off
PLOVER, Wis. (WSAW) - In America’s Dairyland, nothing pairs better with a sunny day than ice cream. King Cone, a local ice cream shop, is experiencing a surge in customers due to the recent heatwave. Known for its entirely homemade ice cream, King Cone has been a local favorite...
Heavy rain floods streets across Wausau area
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Fast heavy rain flooded streets and intersections across the Wausau area. The Wausau Police Department is reporting flooded portions of roads across the area. They advise people not to drive through standing flood waters. A Facebook post by the police department said the Department of Public...
Urgent: Tornado Warning for Plover, Amherst, and Bancroft Wisconsin Saturday Night
Green Bay, WI – A tornado warning has been issued for Plover, Amherst, and Bancroft, Wisconsin, until 6:45 PM CDT today. Residents in these areas are advised to take immediate shelter to ensure their safety. According to the US National Weather Service Green Bay, radar has indicated a potential...
A new era of small business in the Wausau area
WAUSAU, Wis. (WJFW) – Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce C.E.O. Dave Eckmann says small business is continuing to grow in Wausau. “Small business – boutique businesses – is really taking hold here in the downtown community and even out in the metro area,” said Eckmann. Wausau...
Wausau Council votes down mayor’s attempt to suspend rules on PILOT reduction
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct the headline and add additional context from Mayor Doug Diny. The mayor asked the council to suspend rules, not bypass them. Wausau Pilot regrets any confusion. Damakant Jayshi. By a slim majority, the Wausau City Council on Tuesday rejected Mayor...
Art Fair Off the Square highlights local artists
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Art Fair Off the Square is an annual event similar to Art Fair On the Square but it focusses on Wisconsin artists. Held slightly off the capitol square on Olin Terrace walkway, Art Fair Off the Square allows local or smaller artists a chance to showcase their work.
DNR: Heavy flooding could result in contaminated wells
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages private well owners to consider testing their drinking water after significant rainfall and flooding. Heavy rains, such as those that swept through much of northern Wisconsin the past week, can impact drinking water quality. Flood waters and runoff contain bacteria and other...
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