News across Greater Wausau
Emerald ash borer forces tree removal at Wausau’s Pleasant View Park
Much of the wooded area at Pleasant View Park could look very different by spring. Wausau is considering removing infested ash trees as emerald ash borer continues reshaping the city’s urban forest.
ESPN predicts the Wisconsin vs. Michigan State final score in Week 5
Could Luke Fickell’s team avoid the upset scare and keep the momentum rolling after its huge win at Penn State?
Wausau area obituaries October 2, 2026
Obituaries are a community service courtesy of Helke and Brainard Funeral Homes.
Wisconsin Badgers vs Michigan State | Game details, storylines for Oct. 3
USA TODAY NETWORK Wisconsin (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten) vs. Michigan State (2-2, 0-1) When: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. Where: Camp Randall Stadium, Madison. TV: Big Ten Network with Jason Horowitz (play-by-play), Jake Butt (analysis) and Brooke Fletcher (sideline). Radio: FM-94.5 in…
Wausau West student magazine earns national gold medalist rating
Some impressive work from Wausau West’s student journalists: Warrior’s Word earned a 960 out of 1,000 score and a national gold medalist rating.
Parts of northern Wisconsin near peak fall color as October arrives
USA TODAY NETWORK The leaves across northern Wisconsin are quickly turning shades of red, orange and yellow as October arrives with some places already approaching peak color. Travel Wisconsin’s Fall Color Report shows a handful of northern counties getting close to peak color,…
Pete Crow-Armstrong wins Baseball Digest player of the year. Jacob Misiorowski voted top pitcher
? THE MIZ DOES IT! Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski has been named Baseball Digest’s Major League Pitcher of the Year after a dominant season that helped Milwaukee post the best record in baseball.
Who has the edge? Our predictions for the Brewers’ NLDS against the Padres
The best-of-five series begins Saturday at American Family Field. How many games do YOU think the Brewers need to move on?
Raising Cane’s to open new Rib Mountain restaurant Monday
The wait is almost over, Rib Mountain! Raising Cane’s opens Monday on Rib Mountain Drive, bringing its famous chicken fingers, Cane’s Sauce and late-night hours to the Wausau area. Here’s what to know before opening day.
Weston seeks fresh look at aging pool as repair bills climb
After spending more than $100,000 on leak repairs this year, Weston is taking a fresh look at the future of its aquatic center — and whether a broader partnership could be part of the answer.
Wausau weighs buying county land for west-side neighborhood park
Wausau officials will consider buying a roughly 3-acre west-side parcel once designated as a private park, potentially creating a new neighborhood park in Kraimer's Addition.
Can Wisconsin sustain Penn State success? What 3 key stats suggest
Badgers shock Penn State in Happy Valley, but can they keep it rolling? Turnovers, the ground game, and third downs could decide if this was a one-week high or a true turning point.