News across Marathon County
CVA to host Art of Wine fundraiser
The event, which will be held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 17 at Tebo & Tilly, 745 Scott St., Wausau, will feature over 50 select wines from eight regions, a bourbon table, creative mocktails, social beverages and appetizers.
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.
D.C. Everest has chance to shake up WVC race Vs. Stevens Point
A win at Stiehm Stadium could shake up the conference race and put the Evergreens back in control of their championship hopes. ?
Cocktail of the Week: Pear Collins
Pear season, but make it cocktail hour. This week’s Cocktail of the Week is a crisp Pear Collins from Penny at Palms Supper Club — with a mocktail version for anyone who wants the fizz without the gin.
Wausau East/West girls golf places second at WIAA Division 1 Sparta regional
Wausau Pilot & Review SPARTA – The Wausau East/West girls golf team is moving on to sectionals after finishing second at a WIAA Division 1 regional Wednesday at Sparta Run Golf Course. The top four teams and top four individuals not on those teams qualify for a Division 1…
High school player of the Week: Kanin Jahnke, Merrill
Merrill senior Kanin Jahnke ran for 271 yards and three touchdowns on 24 carries in a 32-27 win at Antigo, earning Player of the Week honors.
Central Wisconsin’s top HS standouts not letting up | Top performers
Central Wisconsin high school athletes delivered another huge week, from five-touchdown passing games and 270-yard rushing performances to impressive finishes on the cross-country course.
Wausau East girls tennis downs Antigo in final regular season dual
Wausau Pilot & Review WAUSAU – The Wausau East girls tennis team wrapped up its regular season with a 5-2 nonconference win over Antigo on Tuesday at East High School. The Lumberjacks swept the four singles matches, losing just two games in total. East’s No. 1 doubles team of…
D.C. Everest boys soccer shuts out Stevens Point
Wausau Pilot & Review WESTON – The D.C. Everest boys soccer team handed Stevens Point its first Wisconsin Valley Conference loss, winning 3-0 on Tuesday at D.C. Everest Middle School. After a scoreless first half, Christian Cale, Landon Wierzba and Luke Auner collected goals for…
Wausau Curling Club to host open house, offer learn-to-curl events
Mark your calendars for Oct. 18 for the open house; Oct. 24 and Oct. 25 for the learn-to-curl events.
Your letters: Wind energy is a critical cash crop for Wisconsin farmers
A Land & Liberty Coalition representative argues the proposed Hub City Wind Farm could give Marathon County farmers a reliable source of income while preserving landowners’ right to decide how their property is used.
Daily Poll for October 2, 2026: Best Seasonal Foods
Summer cookouts, fall harvests, winter comfort food, or spring fish fries? Settle the debate once and for all: Which Wisconsin season serves up the best food? Vote now in today's reader poll