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Wausau Health Alert: Travel Based Stress is Real. Doctor Explains
The Big Picture: Dr. Shelandra Bell, Family Medicine. says, "Travel stress is a thing, prepare for it!" Doctor's Expert Insights About Stress During Travel and Your Health in Wisconsin. Know this: "At the risk of sounding like I'm simplifying the problem too much--prepare for the stress rather than let it...
Marathon County's 'Farm to Table Pizzas' Video Wins Emmy, Showcasing Local Spirit and Traditions
Discover Mediaworks' brand, Uniquely Wisconsin, recently received an Emmy at the 65th Annual Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards. The award was for a video about Marathon County’s “Farm to Table Pizzas: The Little Red Barn.” The video was praised for its storytelling and depiction of Wisconsin, specifically its residents, traditions, and spirit. It won in the category of Outstanding Achievement for Lifestyle – Short & Long Form Content on November 11, 2023.
Wausau and Merrill working together to find the best path to create a state trail
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Wausau and Merrill have a vision that stretches for about 25 to 26 miles. It’s a plan for the Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department to make a state trail, and they have a lot of work ahead of them. One of...
Marathon County Public Library book clubs: December
Marathon City Book Club: “Starfish” by Lisa Fipps. Dec. 11. Join Marathon City branch staff and other literary enthusiasts during their monthly book club gathering. This month’s award-winning novel has a younger protagonist, but can be enjoyed by adults, too. 5:45 p.m. 715-443-2775. [MCPL Marathon City]. Edgar...
AMBER Alert canceled for two young boys with Wisconsin ties
WISCONSIN — Officials have canceled an AMBER Alert for 9-year-old Stefan Yenghoua Xiong and 7-year-old Alexander Muajkoob Xiong after they were found safe with their father, Yiemen Xiong, in Iowa. When the alert was originially issued, officials had believed the two boys to be with their father. Yiemen Xiong...
AMBER Alert activated for two missing boys
Two missing boys whose father has ties to Marathon County are the subject of an AMBER Alert issued early Tuesday, Nov. 21. State officials say the two Plover boys, 7-year-old Alexander Muajkoob Kiong and 9-year-old Stefan Yenghoua Xiong, are likely with their father, Yiemen, who left Plover at about 8:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 20.
Pet of the week: Mulberry
Hi there, I’m Mulberry, but staff here at the Humane Society of Marathon County call me Mulley for short! I’m a sweet girl that came to HSMC as a stray. I was so shy and scared at first, but I’ve really come out of my shell with all the love and attention the staff here have been giving me! I’ve gotten so brave. I love to be around “my people” and would lavish them with all the love in the world if I could. I’m a great dog that would do well in a home with cats and would need a little more social interaction with other dogs, but I may do well in time! So if you think I could be the dog for you come visit me soon!
Obituary for Dorothy Bohman
Dorothy E. Bohman, age 86, passed away with family at her side on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at her home in the Town of Frankfort, Marathon County. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Stratford, where the visitation will be from 9:00 am until service time. Rev. Sengole Vethanayagam will officiate. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Town of Eau Pleine, Marathon County, and grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. St. Joseph’s Parish Council of Catholic Women will recite the rosary at 9:00 am on Tuesday at the church. Sauter/Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Marathon County volunteer opportunities: Week of Nov. 20
Find More Donation + Volunteer Opportunities. Go to the United Way Volunteer Connection volunteer website at unitedwaymc.galaxydigital.com. Do You Have A Heart For Home Health? The Good News Project’s Health Equipment Lending Program needs help with customer service. This position doesn’t require computer skills, but it does require a caring heart. We’ll help you find a weekly, 3- to 4-hour shift that works for you. Contact Rouleen at 715-843-5985, extension 5, or rouleen@goodnewswi.com to sign up.