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Wisconsin athletes to watch in 2024 Olympics in Paris
As the opening ceremony kicks off the 2024 summer Olympics in Paris Friday, plenty of athletes with Wisconsin ties will take the world stage to compete for gold. Many of them don’t play the major revenue sports more widely broadcast year-round, but the Olympics are an opportunity to see some of the most talented competitors the state has produced.
Wausau area obituaries July 26, 2024
Wendy K. Mroczenski, 69, Knowlton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at home. Wendy was born August 18, 1954, in Wausau, daughter of the late Ernest Hahn and Bernice (Schmidt) Beyreis. She enjoyed spending time with family, traveling and enjoying the peaceful outdoors whether it was going for...
Oshkosh native Tyrese Haliburton, former Buck Jrue Holiday aim for Olympic gold on Team USA
In the Olympic Games, there are no guarantees of victory, but the closest thing to a sure thing for a Wisconsin athlete to win in Paris is in men’s basketball. “All Things Considered” host Brady Carlson spoke with JR Radcliffe, trending sports reporter with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, about the Wisconsin-connected players in the Summer Games.
Wisconsin gives AD Chris McIntosh a 5-year contract extension that includes pay raise
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh has signed a five-year contract extension that includes a pay raise. McIntosh’s contract will now run through June 30, 2029. He has served as Wisconsin’s athletic director since Barry Alvarez’s retirement in the summer of 2021. “Chris...
Wisconsin athletes, fans gear up for 2024 Olympic Games in Paris
Van Rear is the co-owner of Borland’s Tavern, a small bar and restaurant next to Lake Belle View in Belleville. At 5 a.m. Saturday, he’s opening up shop to welcome the village of 2,591 to come watch hometown girl Lauren O’Connor compete in rowing for Team USA at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
Committee studying how to manage Wisconsin sandhill cranes
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A group of legislators, farmers and conservationists studying how to control Wisconsin’s sandhill crane population is set to hold its first meeting next month. The Joint Legislative Council’s 12-member Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes is set to meet Aug. 1 at the Horicon Marsh...
Cocktail of the Week: Blackberry Lemonade Margarita
This week’s featured cocktail will make you swoon! We love the fresh take on a margarita, this time using blackberry puree and lemonade for unforgettable flavor. This is an original recipe from The Palms Supper Club, and was created by Penny Borchardt. Cocktail of the Week: Blackberry Lemonade Margarita.
Today in History: Today is Friday, July 26, the 208th day of 2024.
On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the ADA, prohibiting discrimination based on mental or physical disabilities. In 1775, the Continental Congress established a Post Office and appointed Benjamin Franklin its Postmaster-General. In 1847, the western African country of Liberia, founded by freed American slaves, declared its independence.
UPDATE: Boar’s Head Provisions Co. recalls deli meat products amid listeria contamination concerns
Boar’s Head Provisions Co. will recall a wide range of potentially contaminated products amid a multi-state listeria outbreak that has so far left two people dead and dozens hospitalized, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. Wisconsin is among the 13 states reporting...
Wausau man previously convicted in cockfighting scheme faces federal drug charges
A federal judge on Thursday signed a warrant for the arrest of a 45-year-old Wausau man accused in a major drug trafficking scheme, the same day he was indicted by a grand jury. Bee Her will face charges of distributing more than 50 grams of methamphetamine in the U.S. Western...
Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich hopes to avoid surgery in recovery from back injury
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich hopes to avoid surgery as he attempts to return later this season from the lower back inflammation that landed him on the injured list. “I’ve dealt with back stuff for a while and been able to kind of manage it and...
UPDATED: Shelter in place order lifted in Amherst standoff
Police in Amherst on Friday said a wanted suspect “has been located” and lifted a shelter in place order that had been in effect for a full day. A brief update issued Friday evening from Portage County Sheriff Mike Lukas said there is no ongoing danger to the public. He did not say how or when the suspect, 32-year-old Jeffery Miller, was located, nor did he say whether Miller surrendered peacefully.
Wausau Woodchucks use late surge to defeat Green Bay Rockers
WAUSAU – The bats were hot tonight for the Wausau Woodchucks as they returned from the Northwoods League All-Star break to defeat the Green Bay Rockers 9-4 on Thursday at Athletic Park. The Chucks (42-12 overall, 16-4 second half) are now 8-1 against the Rockers this season. Travis Lutz...
Marshfield grabs walk-off win over Wausau at Class AAA Legion baseball regional
WESTON – Two stolen bases and a throwing error led to a walk-off win for Marshfield as it defeated Wausau 5-4 in a winners’ bracket game at the Class AAA American Legion Baseball Regional on Thursday night at Simon Field. Marshfield’s Bryce Erickson reached on a two-out infield...
Wausau weather for Friday and Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 79. Light south southeast wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Mostly clear, with a low around 58. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Business Spotlight: Hsu Growing Supply
Editor’s note: This regular feature shares the stories of locally-owned and operated businesses and organizations in the Wausau area, highlighting the products and services they offer and the ways they contribute to the metro area’s unique flavor. Learn how to feature your business by emailing [email protected]. In...
Kronenwetter to host Movie Under the Stars this week
KRONENWETTER – Get your fill of farm animals at the village of Kronenwetter’s free outdoor movie event July 26 in Buska Park, 2390 Terrebonne Drive. Before “Charlotte’s Web” hits the outdoor screen, get up close and personal with the animals from Kraft’s Kuddly Kritters petting zoo. The petting zoo will be open from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff to campaign in central Wisconsin
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff will appear in central Wisconsin this weekend to campaign for his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris. The Harris for President campaign announced that Emhoff will speak on Saturday at the Hmong Wausau Festival. He’ll also lead a voter canvassing event in Stevens Point. The Hmong...
DCE awarded $20K grant for mental health program
WESTON – The WEA Member Benefits Foundation, Inc. announced a $20,000 grant to support the D.C. Everest Area Public School District’s comprehensive mental health program at a recent D.C. Everest Area School Board meeting. This grant shines a spotlight on the crucial role of mental health support within...
Award-winning photography exhibition opens at Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art
WAUSAU – An award-winning photography exhibition featuring 49 photographs opened today at the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art as part of a new program in Wausau called Welcoming Week. “The String Project,” on display at 309 McClellan St., will run through Oct. 12. This exhibition features stunning photographs...
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