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'Starve the beast': GOP candidates in Wisconsin offer their solutions to economic woes
(The Center Square) – Auditing the federal reserve, reforming the tax code and decentralizing health care were just a few of the policy solutions proposed by the three Republican candidates vying for Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district in a debate Thursday. Trump-endorsed businessman Tony Wied, state Sen. André Jacque and former state senator and veteran Roger Roth participated in a 90-minute debate played host to by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. A panel asked the three candidates their opinions and policy suggestions on issues including rising inflation...
Strong pitching lifts Wausau Woodchucks to road win over Green Bay Rockers
GREEN BAY – The Wausau Woodchucks continued its four-day series with the Green Bay Rockers on Saturday at Capital Credit Union Park with a 6-1 victory. Wausau (43-13, 17-5 second half) has won two of the first three games of the series, which shifts to Athletic Park on Sunday.
Wausau weather for Sunday and Monday
Partly sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 5 to 11 mph. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
At Hmong Wausau Festival, second gentleman Doug Emhoff says Hmong vote could decide election
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff told a largely Hmong audience in Wausau on Saturday that they could be the key to deciding who wins the 2024 presidential election. “This community right here could decide the election in this state — which could decide the entire election,” Emhoff said at the Hmong Wausau Festival. “You have the power, right here in this Hmong community. You have more power than you realize. Your coming together as a community could really dictate the results of this election.”
Wausau man indicted on drug trafficking charges
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) – A federal grand jury indicted a Wausau man as part of a large drug trafficking ring. Bee Her, 45, is charged with distribution of more than 50 grams of methamphetamine. The indictment claims the drug trafficiking took place over a 10 day period in the fall of 2023.
Detjens Memorial first night feature wins for Breitenfeldt, Weiler, Anderson and Thompson
WAUSAU, Wis. (July 26) – On a first night of the Larry Detjens Memorial where car counts were strong in every class, the Rockstar Energy Drink Mini Stocks brought the largest field of cars of all of them and also put on one of the best feature finishes at State Park Speedway.
State Park Speedway: Bilderback not to be denied, takes third Detjens Big 8 win
WAUSAU, Wis. (July 26) – After leading for over 40 laps of the Big 8 Late Models feature on the first night of the Larry Detjens Memorial at State Park Speedway, Michael Bilderback wasn’t about to give up quickly after losing the lead in the final three laps.
The process of removing car-killed deer
RHINELANDER — Retired Conservation Warden and Lincoln County resident Jim Blankenheim’s memories of car-killed deer (CKD) go back a lot further than the one that laid 60 yards from his door. “I called the Sheriff’s Office to arrange for removal, but they said I’d likely not get a response. They suggested I drag it off the road myself, but there wasn’t any public land nearby. I waited a day and called the contractor several more times, but nothing happened. Then we left town for a...
Fourth annual VW World Championship announced for Labor Day weekend
CRANDON, Wis. -- The Polaris Crandon World Championship announced Saturday its 55th running will be held on Labor Day weekend, with one section bringing vintage Volkswagens to Crandon from all over the country.
August story time dates set at Marathon County Public Library
WAUSAU – Each month, the Marathon County Public Library offers story times for children and their parents at many of its locations. These interactive story times are intended to introduce children to literature and reading through storytelling, songs, games, puppets and fingerplays. Some even include extra activities and craft making, too.
WASP’s Aubrey Wierzba wins regional title
Aubrey Wierzba was crowned the 100-meter breaststroke regional champion at the 2024 Wisconsin Summer Regional Championships hosted by Rocket Aquatics in Brown Deer on July 20-21. Joining Wierzba, 12, in competing for the Wittenberg Area Swim Program (WASP) were Rylee Crick, 14, and Aislyn Sauter, 12. The swimmers were coached...
Waupaca County towns pass ordinances to prohibit wake-enhanced boating
Wake-enhanced boating is prohibited on the Waupaca Chain of Lakes following action this week by three town boards. The towns of Dayton and Farmington passed ordinances banning the activity Tuesday and the Town of Lind did the same Thursday. ...
Glory close inaugural season against AFC Roscoe
The Green Bay Glory close their inaugural season against the team they have been battling for the top spot Sunday afternoon. The Glory have battled AFC Roscoe for the top spot in the lower Heartland Division for much of the season. AFC Roscoe held an edge on points until recently, but the Glory had a decided advantage in goal differential.
Three errors send Rockers to L column
The Green Bay Rockers out hit the Wausau Woodchucks 7-5, but their three errors loomed larger in a 6-1 loss. A game-tying solo home run in third inning by Lane Allen was the only run the Rockers scored in the game. The Woodchucks scored five unanswered after that, including two in the fourth and sixth innings.
St. Joseph’s Orphanage: Closing the doors
The city rallied around the orphanage, often hosting various benefits throughout its decades-long existence. One of the most significant — and one of the highlights of the local social pages — was started in 1947 by the Nazareth Guild of the St. Joseph’s Orphanage. Each year for...
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, Sen. Dianne Hesselbein hold Harris for president event in Madison
Local leaders and community members gathered Friday in Madison to rally support for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign, following her first rally as the Democratic nominee for president in Milwaukee that drew 3,500 attendees. Speakers included state Sen. Dianne Hesselbein, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and community leader Laura Davis, who highlighted the contrast between Harris’ positive vision for the future and former President Donald Trump’s Project 2025 agenda.
Packers' $220M Jordan Love Decision Ignites Intense Backlash
The Green Bay Packers have their franchise quarterback locked down! After a successful season, Jordan Love was rewarded with a four-year contract worth $220 million. That makes him the highest-paid QB in NFL history. Everyone knew this was coming, especially after Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa ...
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