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Riverfront Rendezvous numbers, upcoming events, and potholes: Stevens Point mayor shares monthly update
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - In this month’s update, Stevens Point Mayor Mike Wiza shared with NewsChannel 7 during an in-studio interview that Riverfront Rendezvous set a few records. Record beer sales were up and Moose Lodge sold out of burgers for the first time ever. Attendance was also...
Wisconsin’s new rules on ballot drop boxes create opportunity for election challenges and ‘vigilantes’
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Wisconsin’s free newsletter here.Voters using Wisconsin’s newly legalized drop boxes may return only their own ballots, except in special cases, according to new guidance from the Wisconsin Elections Commission. That means even a voter dropping off a spouse’s ballot along with their own could be considered as having cast a ballot improperly.The rule could be difficult for municipal clerks to enforce. But it leaves an opening for potential challenges from conservative election activists, who are already preparing to act on...
Pittsville River Bandits Outslug Abby Merchants
Logan Zickert: 3 for 4, 3 runs, 2 BB, RBI, stolen base. *********************************************************************. Know some top athletic performances? Seeing some great teams in action?. We can use your help, and it’s simple. Witness some great performances? Hear about top athletes and top teams in our area?. Athlete of the...
'I'm glad to be back': Portage County Executive John Pavelski returns from nearly two-month medical leave
STEVENS POINT – Portage County Executive John Pavelski returned to his role Monday and will work on a half-time basis for the next couple of weeks. “I’m glad to be back,” Pavelski said in a Tuesday news release. “I would sincerely like to thank all the people who contacted us and reached out in compassion and concern for my recent medical leave.”
Strongs Prairie Woman Identified As Victim In Friday’s Adams County Crash
STRONGS PRAIRIE, WI (WSAU-WAOW) – A 38-year-old Strongs Prairie woman died and two others were injured in a two-vehicle incident in Adams County on Friday. Around 5:50 p.m. on Friday, the Adams County Sheriff’s Office got a call reporting a two-vehicle crash near the intersection of State Highway 21 and County Highway Z in Strongs Prairie.
Wausau plan for west side street reconstruction edges forward
A plan to reconstruct a portion of West Wausau Avenue will require the city to temporarily acquire property from multiple private and public entities, likely requiring an eminent domain process. Eminent domain refers to the power of the government to take private property and convert it into public use, referred...
School District of Rhinelander is in planning stage following $26 million facilities improvement referendum passed by voters in April
The School District of Rhinelander will be making major changes in the high school and James Williams Middle School over the next couple of years. At the middle school, there will be a new, more secure entrance as well as special education and art classrooms. At the high school, the...
Humane Society of Waupaca County Cuts Ribbon on Well-Pet Center, Offering Affordable Care
WAUPACA, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — A ribbon cutting ceremony Monday celebrated the completion of the Humane Society of Waupaca County’s expansion project. Officials broke ground on the new 1,700 square foot Well-Pet Center in Nov. 2023. It features an exam room, X-ray room, surgery/recovery room, pharmacy and kennel space.
DOT Revokes Beaver Dam Wholesaler’s License
(Beaver Dam) The state of Wisconsin has revoked the dealer license for a Beaver Dam area wholesaler for failing to follow administrative requirements. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles issued the order against Great Lakes Motors. The DOT lists the dealer’s address at 1645 North Spring Street...
Wildwood Park Visitors Encouraged to Dispose of Litter to Prevent Wildlife Injuries
MARSHFIELD, WI (OnFocus) – Wildwood Park has recently seen an increase in litter, posing a threat to the local wildlife, particularly the park’s beloved geese. Park management is urging the community to help keep wildlife safe and Mother Nature happy by cleaning up all litter when enjoying time outdoors.
Marshfield Junior Legion baseball wins slugfest over Merrill
MERRILL – The Marshfield Junior Legion baseball team scored nine over the final four innings to pull past Merrill 12-8 on Tuesday night in its regular-season finale. Brennen Welch and Kallen Steinbach each drove in three runs for Marshfield, which improves to 14-11 this season. Easton Ledden picked up...
Attorney General Kaul, Gov. Evers Intervene in Planned Parenthood v. Urmanski Original Action
MADISON, Wis. (WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE PRESS RELEASE) - Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a motion and memorandum in support of the Kaul v. Urmanski State Plaintiffs intervening as petitioners in the Planned Parenthood v. Urmanski original action. Both Kaul v....
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