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The Future of the First Buc-ee’s in Wisconsin is Uncertain
Excitement permeated in Wisconsin and beyond in early 2023 when news of a Buc-ee's convenience store and gas station was revealed to be making its debut in the Cheese State. The store was planned to be located in DeForest, between Madison and Wisconsin Dells, just north of Highway V, east of Highway I, and west of Interstate 39/90/94.
Meet the pageant queen using her platform to promote dental care access
In the interview portion of the 2024 Miss Wisconsin USA pageant, Jealynn Holtz spoke confidently and convincingly with the judges about a subject that differed from her fellow competitors’: access to dental care. It’s a topic in which Holtz carries a breadth of knowledge, both as a rising fourth-year...
Why aren't Wisconsin runners Molly Seidel and Gwen Jorgensen in the 2024 Paris Olympics?
At some point during the next two weeks, you may find yourself wondering why Wisconsin won't be represented at the 2024 Paris Olympics by distance running standouts Gwen Jorgensen and Molly Seidel, both of whom have delivered uplifting moments in each of the past two Summer Games. Jorgensen, a graduate of Waukesha South...
Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association All-Star games raise money for various charities
WISCONSIN DELLS - Several of Oshkosh and Fond du Lac's finest basketball standouts were invited to participate in the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) 2024 All-Star Games held last month (June 26-27) at JustAgame Fieldhouse. A total of 14 local athletes represented eight of the area's high schools and four of the five WIAA divisions with the Girls All-Star Games kicking things off on Wednesday and the Boys All-Star Games following up on Thursday. ...
WASP swimmers compete at state meet
Audrey Wierzba and a Wittenberg Area Swim Program (WASP) medley relay team were among those participating in the 12 & Under Long Course Meter Summer State Championships at Walter Schroeder Aquatic Center in Brown Deer on July 26-28. In the girls 11-12 category, Wierzba, 12, placed 30th in the 200-meter...
Man Identified in Fatal Marathon County Crash
TOWN OF RINGLE, WI (OnFocus) – The Marathon County Sheriff’s Office has identified the 63-year-old man killed in the July 25, 2024, traffic crash in the Town of Ringle as Keith C. Johnson of Rhinelander, WI. The single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 11:04 a.m. on July 25, 2024,...
Wausau weather for Wednesday and Thursday
Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind becoming east northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 67. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wisconsin Valley Fair underway in Wausau
The Wisconsin Valley Fair opened on Tuesday in the sweltering heat with dozens of people flocking to the grounds to get their tickets as rides started up. For many fairgoers this event has been a fixture for years. "It brings the community together there's a lot of rides, lots of...
Wausau Noon Optimist food stand proceeds from Wis. Valley Fair stay in community
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - If you’ve ever been to the Wisconsin Valley Fair, or any fair for that matter, you’ve probably had this very sweet treat, yes, we are talking about Elephant Ears. Elephant Ears are a hit for the Wausau Noon Optimist at the fair. Volunteers say...
Start planning your costumes. Spirit Halloween will open store this week in Wausau
WAUSAU – We may be in the height of summer, but it’s time to start planning ahead for Halloween. Spirit Halloween is returning to Wausau this season and will open Friday at 1740 U.S. 51, in the former Nigbur’s Fine Furniture building, next to Taco Bell. ...
Point-in-Time count tracks the homeless population in Wausau
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The North Central Community Action Program and United Way of Marathon County are coming together for an important count. It is called the Point-in-Time count. The goal is to learn how many people are dealing with homelessness in Wausau. The two resource groups collaborated on Wednesday,...
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Wausau
The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Wausau and central Wisconsin until 8:30 p.m. Tuesday with quarter-sized hail on the way and high winds. From the National Weather Service:. At 802 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Rib Mountain,. or near...
Blueberry picking continues at Blueberry Haven near Clintonville
TOWN OF DEER CREEK (WLUK) -- Getting out and picking fresh fruit at area orchards is part of "How WI Live" in Wisconsin, and in Outagamie County, many people are doing just that. Coming off a relatively mild winter, Blueberry Haven Owner Richelle Aiello says she was hopeful for a...
Court appearance Tuesday for suspect accused of killing two children in Abbotsford
An Abbotsford man accused of fatally stabbing his two young children and seriously wounding their mother will make an initial appearance Tuesday in Clark County Circuit Court, where a judge has already approved an order for a competency exam. Victor Gomez Acosta, who was also given medical treatment before being...
34-Mile Vehicle Pursuit Ends in Arrest
MARSHFIELD, WI (OnFocus) – On July 25 at 1:15am, Marshfield Police attempted a traffic stop at Becker Rd/Doege Street. The vehicle fled the scene and the pursuit was terminated after 34 miles. Following an investigation, a 21 year-old Marshfield male was arrested for Felony Fleeing, Obstructing an Officer, and...
WACO Opens Registration for ‘25 Convention & Trade Show
The Wisconsin Association of Campground Owners (WACO) has opened registration for its 62nd Annual Convention and Trade Show set to be held from March 12-16 in Stevens Point, Wis. The 2024 show included more than 140 vendors and hundreds of park owners and opreators. To register as a park, click...
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