News across Marathon County
Aspirus Health Plan earns 4.5 out of 5 in health plan ratings
WAUSAU – Aspirus Health Plan, Inc. has earned an overall 4.5 out of 5 rating in NCQA’s health plan ratings 2026, placing the organization among the nation’s highest-rated health plans, Aspirus announced recently. Plans receiving ratings of 4.5 or 5 out of 5 are among the…
Packers vs. Falcons: 5 things to watch and a prediction for Week 3
USA TODAY NETWORK The Green Bay Packers (1-1) will attempt to win their second game in five days when Matt LaFleur’s team hosts the Atlanta Falcons (0-2) for the home opener at Lambeau Field on “Thursday Night Football” to open Week 3 of the NFL season. This is the first of nine…
Enjoy fall weather? So do ticks, scientists warn
By Hope Kirwan– Wisconsin Public Radio The cooler temperatures and changing leaves of fall draw many Wisconsinites outside. But experts warn autumn also brings a surge in tick activity and the risk of Lyme disease. Deer ticks, also called blacklegged ticks, are active from early…
Today in History: Today is Thursday, Sept. 24, the 267th day of 2026.
By The Associated Press Today in history: On Sept. 24, 2017, more than 200 NFL players kneeled or sat during the national anthem after President Donald Trump criticized the players’ protests in a speech and a series of tweets. Also on this date: In 1789, President George…
Special bag and size limits approved to aid struggling walleye populations in Wisconsin
By Danielle Kaeding– Wisconsin Public Radio The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources can now set special bag and size limits on lakes where walleye populations are struggling. The Natural Resources Board adopted a final rule at its meeting on Wednesday. Kari Lee-Zimmerman,…
What channel is Packers vs. Falcons on today? Time, TV schedule to watch Week 3 game
USA TODAY NETWORK The Green Bay Packers (1-1) will host the Atlanta Falcons (0-2) in the team’s home opener on “Thursday Night Football” in Week 3. The opening game of the week will be available to a nation-wide viewing audience via the streaming service Amazon Prime Video.…
Player of the Week: Graham Streit, Edgar
Edgar sophomore Graham Streit ran for 244 yards and three touchdowns on 16 carries in a 37-6 win, earning Player of the Week honors.
Wausau committee delays pet license increase to check county rates
The Wausau Finance Committee has delayed a decision on a proposed $10 increase for dog and cat license fees to confirm whether Marathon County plans to alter its rates. Officials noted that animal enforcement costs currently exceed licensing revenue, but committee members and…
Yelich and Turang homer as Brewers win 99th game and slow Phillies’ playoff push
Philadelphia needed a win over the Brewers and a loss later by Arizona or San Diego to secure its fifth straight trip to the postseason. The Diamondbacks and Padres both won, leaving the Phillies tied with the Chicago Cubs at 87-71 for the second National League wild card — one…
Daily Poll for September 24, 2026: How Do You Enjoy the Fall Colors?
Wausau Pilot & Review Start your morning by weighing in on the day’s question. Our Poll of the Day is an informal, unscientific snapshot of reader opinion. We’ll publish the results in a weekly roundup — so be sure to watch for the answers. Have an idea for a future poll…
Wausau weather for Thursday and Friday
Wausau Pilot & Review Today Patchy fog between 8am and 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 67. Southeast wind 3 to 8 mph. Tonight Cloudy, with a low around 52. Light east southeast wind. Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. Calm wind becoming south southeast…
Wisconsin’s college admissions law has unintended consequences
Wisconsin’s new automatic college admissions law was designed to keep top students in the state, but early research suggests it has changed relatively few UW-Madison admissions decisions and created new concerns about fairness and class rank.