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.
Deputy Chief Scott Dewitt was among the class that included representatives from law enforcement agencies from 14 countries, six military organizations and four federal civilian agencies.
Registration is underway for United Way of South Wood and Adams Counties annual Stuff the Desk program, which provides free school supplies to local students.
A new exhibit at the South Wood County Historical Museum will showcase the often-overlooked support roles that keep military operations running.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Local veterans who go online to the state Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will find a newly redesigned website.
Area residents are likely to hear sonic booms the next few weeks as military aircraft with the state Air National Guard perform flyovers.
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 …
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.
Weight lifters will gather at Anchor Bay Bar & Grill on June 14 to compete in a bench press meet for Back the Badge.
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.
Dear Reader, Father’s Day is just around the corner—a perfect time to reflect on the men who raised us, guided us, and helped shape who we are. Fathers, notably, were there at the …