News across Marathon County
Wausau area births, Sept. 30
Warmest congratulations to the Peters family!
David Crowley posts slight edge over Tiffany in new Marquette poll
The numbers are even tighter among registered voters, while the poll also shows a notable shift among independents.
Your letters: Netanyahu denial of genocide ‘outrageous’, writer says
"The United States and other governments must stop supplying weapons and providing political cover for policies that have produced such catastrophic civilian suffering—and act to prevent further atrocities." - Terry Hansen of Grafton
Medications and fall risk
Anyone experiencing drowsiness, dizziness or other symptoms that affect alertness or coordination should talk with a pharmacist or health care provider.
Today in History: Today is Wednesday, Sept. 30, the 273rd day of 2026.
On this date: In 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicated the Boulder Dam (now the Hoover Dam) on the Colorado River at the Arizona-Nevada border.
Daily Poll for September 30, 2026: Street Repair Priority
How should local cities prioritize street repairs? From fixing the worst potholes to coordinating with utility work, cast your vote in our community poll.
Wausau weather for Wednesday and Thursday
Wausau weather for Wednesday and Thursday
Where Trump stands in Wisconsin midterms compared to 2018
With Wisconsin’s 2026 elections approaching, the numbers offer a look at how the political landscape has shifted — and which groups are sticking with Trump.
Green Bay Packers Week 5 game against rival Chicago Bears moved up to noon
The Packers and Bears will now kick off at NOON on Sunday, Oct. 11, instead of the originally scheduled 3:25 p.m. start.
From motorcycles to booze, US ban on $1 billion worth of Canadian imports goes into effect
The United States moved ahead Tuesday with a ban on nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products and motorcycles — the latest development in President Donald Trump’s trade dispute with Canada.
Updated win-loss predictions for Packers following disastrous start to 2026
Packers Wire’s preseason predictions called for 10 to 12 wins. Now, one writer has Green Bay finishing 7-10, while others still see a path to the playoffs.
Country music star Lauren Alaina on ‘Stages,’ why Wisconsin feels like a second home
Country star Lauren Alaina is kicking off her new tour in Wisconsin — and for her, it feels a little like coming home.