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A Tale of Two Aqua Skiers

The Aqua Skiers team trains in synchronized harmony, but within the precision and polish of the show team lies a dynamic contrast: a veteran with nearly five decades on the water and a novice just learning to stand.

Wood County Sheriff investigating officer-involved shooting

The Wood County Sheriff’s Department is helping investigate two deaths and an officer-involved shooting that officials say happened July 6 in the town of New Hope.

Crash kills Wisconsin Rapids teen, injures another

Officials say the 17-year-old male driver of a pickup truck lost control of the vehicle, which then struck an embankment before overturning and coming to rest on its roof.

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An area foundation has awarded almost a quarter-million dollars in scholarships to central Wisconsin students.

Reminder: Check vehicles for kids, pets

Six children ages 6 and younger have died after being left in hot cars so far this year.

Annual Pride celebration has grown from an impromptu two-hour gathering to a full-day event featuring drag performances, live music and a message of love over hate.

Wild Wednesdays returns to Wildwood

Wildwood Park & Zoo is once again holding its free Wild Wednesdays educational series, featuring eight weeks of wildlife presentations at Wildwood Station.

Joe Sevenich, 74, a lifelong racing fan diagnosed with multiple lung diseases and nearing the end of his life, has just one last wish: to go to the races one more time.

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.

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

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 .

Officials: EF2 tornado cut through northeastern Clark County

Tornado was on the ground for more than 4 miles.

Sheriff: At least 1 tornado touched down in Clark County

At least one tornado touched down in Clark County during Thursday night’s storms, taking down power lines and trees, damaging buildings and sending a baby to the hospital.

Memorial Day events honor the fallen

If your organization is planning an event, please send your information to smankins@mmclocal.com. We’ll update this list as events come in.

Wood County sheriff warns of crypto scams

The Wood County Sheriff’s Department is urging people to be cautious when it comes to using cryptocurrency kiosks.

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