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Warm weather closed snowmobile, fat bike trails

Warmer-than-usual late February temperatures have shut down a number of the area's trails this week. 

Wausau to seek proposals for garbage hauler

Wausau is starting the process for seeking a new garbage hauler contract. 

Planning for a Positive Economic Future: Financial literacy tips for teens

(Family Features) By understanding the basics of money management, teens can make informed decisions and avoid common financial pitfalls.

Sewing the threads of self-sufficiency

Mary Wilke bought Wausau-based sewing machine repair and quilting shop Sew Smart in 2003.

“One of my favorite things to do personally is to take sewing machines apart and fix them,” said Mary Wilke, owner of Rib Mountain sewing machine repair center and quilting shop Sew Smart.

Joann, who?

Sew Smart offers quilting supplies on top of sewing machine repair services.

Crafters wonder where they'll buy craft supplies after Joann closes. Local craft stores offer a solution.

PAWs and effect

Linda Woodward

Inconsistent availability and quality of care at an area pet hospital has left pet owners uncertain of where to turn in their four-legged loved ones’ times of need.

Reigniting the Furnace

B2F circa 2003. From left: Matt Loos, Tim Benn, Dan Doepke and Josh Erdman. Erdman joined the band near the end of B2F

This Friday, “your favorite central Wisconsin power pop punk-ish band from 2000-2003,” Big, Big Furnace (B2F) will return to the city where it all began.

Billy Bronsted, swing, magic and more events in Wausau this weekend

Billy Bronsted, Good Co, Rittz, The Third Wheels and more events in Wausau this weekend

County appoints new board member to District 24

The Marathon County Board has appointed a new supervisor to District 24. 

County snowmobile trails open over weekend

Snowmobiles trails in Marathon County opened over the weekend, according to a press release from the county’s parks department. 

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