News across Marathon County
Your letters: D.C. Everest should rethink referendum plans, focus on needs over wants
A Weston resident questions D.C. Everest’s potential 2027 referendum, arguing the district should prioritize maintaining existing facilities over costly new construction.
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.
Pet of the week: Meet Lenny
Meet Lenny, an active, playful and affectionate dog at the Humane Society of Marathon County who is looking for a forever home — preferably one with plenty of cuddles.
Today in History: Today is Tuesday, Sept. 29, the 272nd day of 2026.
On this date: In 1986 ,"Designing Women" TV comedy debuts on CBS.
Report: Wisconsin could make up taxes lost to data center incentives
Here’s what the report found — and what the data center boom could mean for Wisconsin communities and your utility bill.
Federal immigration policy may be worsening Wisconsin’s caregiver shortage, leaders say
Wisconsin’s caregiver shortage could deepen as immigration policy changes cut off overseas hiring pipelines and force some long-term care workers out of their jobs.
Daily Poll for September 29, 2026: Public Records Mistakes
When public records reveal government mistakes, what matters most? Vote on transparency, rapid correction, accountability, or procedural reform in our poll.
Wausau weather for Tuesday and Wednesday
Wausau weather for Tuesday and Wednesday
In photos: Mosinee School District celebrates new school addition
Mosinee School District celebrated the completion of its high school addition and renovation project with a ribbon cutting held during Homecoming festivities. Wausau Pilot has pictures from the event.
Wausau held back $2.26 million from schools and county for housing. Two of four named projects got nothing.
Wausau diverted $3.87 million from a closing tax district for affordable housing, but two of four named projects received no funding and $1.32 million remains uncommitted.