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Police K9 retires after decade of service in Wisconsin Rapids

After 10 years of service with the Wisconsin Rapids Police Department, K9 Lex has retired, marking the end of a distinguished career that included numerous drug arrests and life-saving rescues.

Community event aims to support addiction recovery efforts

Helping Hand to Recovery organizers aim to foster healing, promote well-being and provide information on local recovery resources.

The Wisconsin Farmers Union will host free day camps across the state this summer, offering hands-on agricultural education to youths.

Maya Hernandez is competing for the Miss Czech-Slovak Wisconsin 2025-26 title at the 25th state pageant.

Nekoosa man facing homicide charges in woman's death

Paul J. Hardwick was booked into the Wood County Jail on June 9, facing charges of first-degree reckless homicide in Sara M. Wilkinson's death.

State Veterans Affairs office launches new website

Local veterans who go online to the state Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will find a newly redesigned website.

State Air National Guard plans flyovers

Area residents are likely to hear sonic booms the next few weeks as military aircraft with the state Air National Guard perform flyovers.

Buttercup takes a test flight

Buttercup the Balloon took a test flight on June 4, getting ready for her debut during the Dairyland Balloon Jubilee. Organizers Steve and Nancy Woller said they had the balloon built in Brazil for …

Fundraiser planned to fight Alzheimer’s

Renaissance by Rennes-Wisconsin Rapids will play host to a brat fry fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 20 as part of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Longest Day campaign.

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield has named two people to its founding leadership team: Chris West, joining as the Marshfield Center director; and Kaitlyn Konrardy, stepping into the role of director of community outreach.

Bench press meet set for Back the Badge

Weight lifters will gather at Anchor Bay Bar & Grill on June 14 to compete in a bench press meet for Back the Badge.

Auburndale Fire earns laptop grant

The Auburndale Joint Fire and Rescue Department has received a grant of five used laptop computers from State Farm and the National Volunteer Fire Council.

The Panthers took down the Highland Cardinals 13-3 in five innings.

Motorcycle ride raises funds for students injured in car crash

A motorcycle ride is planned to help raise funds for three Adams-Friendship High School students injured in a car crash.

Signup underway for youth Learn to Hunt program

The state DNR is accepting applications for the 2025 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area through July 1.

Free weekend waives park, fishing, trail pass fees

The DNR invites the public to head outdoors for the 13th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 7 and 8.

Marshfield Dairyfest kicks off with annual Mayor’s Breakfast

Today's fun includes the parade, Fishing for Kids and an outdoor beer garden

Reminder: Do not feed zoo animals

Wildwood Park & Zoo officials are reminding people not to feed the animals because it could harm or even kill them after a visitor threw seasoned french fries into the wolf exhibit.

Dispose of hazardous household materials at Clean Sweep

Area residents looking to get rid of hazardous materials can do so this Saturday, May 31, as part of the Wood County Health Department’s Clean Sweep program.

Marshfield man faces reckless homicide charges

Police say Cyril J. Granahan, 60, assaulted his 61-year-old neighbor and cut her with a knife .

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