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WOOD COUNTY – The following persons were in police custody as of Aug. 25. Darrel F. Paschel: Bail jumping (misd.), violate harassment restraining order. Khianhna K. Smith: Domestic disorderly …

Showstopper: A win for the ‘litte guys’

Continued from previous week While production companies advanced into a three-strip color technology, J.P. and his theater constituents were busy battling production companies’ practices. …

Showstopper: Things get complicated

Continued from previous week With Hitler’s invasion of Poland, the United States would be propelled into World War II. As men marched off to war, those left behind looked for distraction in …

Mid-State Technical College earns 10-year accreditation renewal

WOOD COUNTY – Mid-State Technical College recently announced the reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) for another 10 years. “The achievement …

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – A groundbreaking new opportunity is now available to Lincoln High School students thanks to a partnership between Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools and Mid-State Technical …

Motorcyclist drifts across centerline, strikes vehicle

On Aug. 15 at approximately 5:37 p.m., the Wood County Dispatch Center received a report of a motorcycle vs. car crash on County Road JJ near the intersection of Grundwald Ln., in the Town of Port …

Wisconsin Rapids man found guilty of homicide

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Portage County District Attorney Cass Cousins announced that a Wisconsin Rapids man was convicted two weeks ago by a Portage County Jury of First Degree Reckless Homicide by …

Local youth ready for Junior Fair

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Hub City Times Contributor Mike Warren talks with Damanick and Dakotta Zenner, of Richfield 4-H, and Kate Cordes, of Webster 4-H, on Monday, Aug. 18, ahead of Junior Fair sheep competition at the Central Wisconsin State Fair.

Rome debates wake-boat rules

ROME — The Town of Rome will hold a public informational meeting Aug. 23 to discuss a possible ordinance regulating wake boats on the town’s three lakes, following a statewide trend of …

County considers Safe Haven baby boxes

WOOD COUNTY – Wood County officials are exploring the installation of a Safe Haven box that would allow parents to anonymously surrender newborn infants, an initiative spurred by a previous …

Local artist with teaching ties takes top prize in juried exhibit

WISCONSIN RAPIDS — Central Wisconsin watercolor artist and retired art teacher Connie Henke has claimed first place in the inaugural Paint Wisconsin juried exhibition, a statewide competition …

Rides, food, contests and more: Fair promises something for everyone

MARSHFIELD – Fairgoers will find their old favorites while possibly discovering something new when this year’s Central Wisconsin State Fair opens its gates. This year’s fair, which …

PITTSVILLE – The Riverside Fall Fest will return to Pittsville Sept. 6-7, offering two days of live music, food vendors and family-friendly activities along the riverside. The festival will …

Schools help families access free, reduced-price meals

Wood County families struggling to make ends meet can find relief through school meal programs designed to ensure no child goes hungry during the school day.

Summer of hard work takes center stage at UWSP Marshfield

Five weeks of rehearsals culminate in weekend performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof Jr.’

Back-to-School: Key dates and information for students and parents

Summer break is coming to an end as local school districts prepare for the 2025-26 academic year. Here’s what parents and students need to know about upcoming start dates, enrollment …

Summer of hard work takes center stage

MARSHFIELD — After five weeks of evening rehearsals, over 50 young performers will see their summer’s work come to fruition this weekend when UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield presents …

Marshfield Insurance launches community podcast

MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Marshfield Insurance has launched a podcast called “Don’t Quote Me” featuring conversations with local leaders, business owners and event organizers in …

Road work update: gas line work, other projects

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Street closures are scheduled in Wisconsin Rapids over the coming weeks due to utility work and city reconstruction projects. The city has extended a street closure on 14th …

Chili-Fremont Fire Department receives $5,000 Nutella grant

CHILI – The Chili-Fremont Fire and Rescue Department received a $5,000 grant from Nutella through the company’s partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council to purchase new rescue …

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