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Falcon egg hatches at Weston Power Plant
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The first of two peregrine falcon eggs hatched at Wisconsin Public Service’s Weston Power Plant this week. Proud peregrine parents Sheldon and an unbanded female falcon are watching over the new chick inside the nest box. This is Sheldon’s ninth year nesting at the Weston Power Plant and the first for the unbanded female falcon.
New apartment complex opens in Rothschild
ROTHSCHILD – SCS Rothschild became an official member of the Cedar Creek community this week when the new apartment community hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting at its Calumet Street location. The ribbon was cut by representatives of real estate developer S.C. Swiderski, village of Rothschild and Greater...
Rib Mountain ready to welcome new businesses with one that’s been long-awaited
RIB MOUNTAIN, Wis. (WSAW) - With the Bed, Bath & Beyond store out of business in Rib Mountain, the empty building has found itself a new tenant. The building will soon transform into a Ross Dress For Less, becoming the first in the Wausau area with the next closest being in Stevens Point. The retail store is similar to T.J. Maxx and Marshalls with bargain deals offered to all ages.
Wausau area births, June 13
Thomas and Andrea Franke announce the birth of their daughter Lydia Rose, born at 1:54 p.m. June 10, 2024. Lydia weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces. Benjamin Sorem and Katie Kolpacki announce the birth of their daughter Madelyn Hope, born at 11:44 p.m. June 8, 2024. Madelyn weighed 4 pounds, 1 ounce.
USPS site in Rothschild to become charging station for EV fleet
ROTHSCHILD, Wis. (WSAW) - The United States Postal Service has notified the village of Rothschild it’s moving forward with a plan to accommodate a fleet of EVs. Earlier this year, the Postal Service announced a plan to convert approximately 400 selected sites into sorting and delivery centers nationwide. Previously, USPS hoped to have a fleet of 66,000 electric vehicles deployed by 2028.
Ramp Up Marathon County kicks off 2024 season
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Ramp Up Marathon County was back in action this week to kick off the 2024 season in east Wausau. The team works to help people with mobility issues stay in their homes by building wheelchair ramps and raising money to cover the costs. The crew has been working at the site on North 4th Street for three days and expects to finish construction tomorrow.
Column: Attacks on Wausau mayor’s veto unfounded
Wausau’s Independent: Tom Kilian for Wausau Pilot & Review. Recently, our new mayor vetoed a resolution approving the authorization for a request for proposal for the North Riverfront Redevelopment Plan. Tuesday night, that veto was sustained by the city council. Objectively, in relation to Wausau and its history, neither...
Monk Botanical Gardens executive director resigns after seven years
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The Monk Botanical Gardens board has accepted the resignation of Executive Director Darcie Howard. The resignation will take effect in early July. “We would like to thank Darcie for her seven years of service to the gardens,” Board President Paul David said. “We are grateful for her accomplishments and efforts to forward the mission of the gardens and in particular, for the development and implementation of the environmental-based education programs enjoyed by many.”
Kronenwetter to let EMS contract with Riverside expire as village seeks its own EMS services
KRONENETTER, Wis. (WSAW) - Kronenwetter continues to do its diligence on a $710,000 ambulance service. On Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Kronenwetter held a public forum to hear any concerns or support from people who live there. While the decision will impact Riverside Fire District, located in Rothschild, they did not have a representative in attendance as they are staying neutral in this conversation.
Miss Wausau Area to compete for Miss Wisconsin title next week
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Miss Wausau Area Lauren Hjelsand is about to embark on the competition for Miss Wisconsin! She leaves on Monday, June 17 with the competition ending on Saturday, June 22. In a live studio interview with NewsChannel 7 at 4 p.m., she said she’s focused on her...
Funeral home announces new flag disposition program for deceased veterans
Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home & Crematory has added a new component to its American flag disposal program, offering families of deceased veterans the opportunity for their veteran to be cremated with a flag that has been left with the funeral home. Peterson/Kraemer has collected worn, tattered or torn American flags for...
Wausau FD teams with Culver’s for “Fill the Boot” fundraiser in Wausau today
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The Wausau Fire Department is teaming up with Culver’s to host a special fundraising event aimed at supporting the local community. The “Fill the Boot” campaign, a longstanding tradition of firefighters nationwide, is set to take place on Wednesday, June 12 at the Culver’s Bridge Street location in Wausau, where community members are invited to join in this noble cause.
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