News across Marathon County
Reasons to be excited, skeptical about Wisconsin football entering B1G play
USA TODAY NETWORK MADISON – The first quarter of the season is done and the Wisconsin Badgers are 2-1 with wins over Western Illinois and Eastern Michigan. It is the record and wins most thought Wisconsin would have after three games. This week, however, UW starts Big Ten…
Predictions for Green Bay Packers Week 3 game vs Atlanta Falcons
GREEN BAY – Our Green Bay Packers coverage team predicts the outcome of the Week 3 game Thursday, Sept. 24, against the Atlanta Falcons in Green Bay’s home opener at Lambeau Field. —————————————— Pete Dougherty The 0-2 Falcons have scored only 16 points in two games, but they are…
Kronenwetter absentee ballots remain valid during village clerk vacancy, officials say
Kronenwetter officials say absentee ballots remain valid during the village clerk vacancy as Marathon County helps oversee ballot issuance for the Nov. 3 election.
Federal immigration policy may be worsening Wisconsin’s caregiver shortage, leaders say
By Astrid Code | Wisconsin Watch This story was produced and originally published by Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom. It was made possible by donors like you. Americans are getting older. In 2025, nearly 19 percent of the U.S. population was over 65, and the…
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…