County halfway to phosphorus reduction goal on Fenwood Creek

Brian Kowalski / July 26, 2024

Marathon County is roughly halfway to its goal of reducing phosphorus in the Fenwood Creek watershed, county officials say. That...

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Copper box, new exhibits and more Wausau events this weekend

Brian Kowalski / July 25, 2024

COTS: Copper Box Wednesday 7/31 | The 400 Block, Wausau They’re not a central Wisconsin band, but they might as...

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Central Wisconsin breweries medal at national brewing championship

Brian Kowalski / July 24, 2024

Mosinee Brewing Company's Pineapple Milk Shake IPA that took silver in the U.S. Open Beer Championship. Two central Wisconsin breweries...

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Security measures improved library safety, director says

Brian Kowalski / July 19, 2024

A new security team at the Marathon County Library has led to major improvements in safety for staff and patrons,...

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Booze and Botany, Wausau Night Market and more this weekend

Brian Kowalski / July 18, 2024

Booze and Botany Thursday 7/18 | Whitewater Music Hall, Wausau Ok, so yeah we all know Monk Botanical Gardens has...

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Balloons, jazz, comical magic and more in Wausau this weekend

Brian Kowalski / July 11, 2024

Justin Willman Illusionati Tour Thursday, 7/11 | Grand Theater, Wausau Besides appearing on multiple late-night shows such as The Tonight...

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Former Weston clerk charged with fraud more than a year later

Brian Kowalski / July 5, 2024

A former village of Weston clerk fired early last year following a fraud investigation is now facing felony charges. Theresa...

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Fourth of July events and other things to check out this weekend

Brian Kowalski / July 3, 2024

Fourth of July Fireworks Thursday 7/4 | Wausau Municipal Airport, Wausau Once upon a time, there was a big Fourth...

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Concerts in the clouds, park movies and more this weekend

Brian Kowalski / June 27, 2024

Concert in the Clouds: Billy Bronsted Saturday 6/29 | Rib Mountain Amphitheater, Rib Mountain Billy Bronsted is local to Wausau,...

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The new Dawg House Weston is making an art form out of hot dogs

Brian Kowalski / June 24, 2024

A dog can offer you unconditional love, adventure, and many joyous moments. But Rob and Molly Schultz’s three-year-old Archie went...

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Wausau’s New Big Weekend, The Wizard of Oz and more

Brian Kowalski / June 20, 2024

Wings over Wausau Fri-Sat 6/21-22 | Wausau Municipal Airport, Wausau The Balloon Rally and Rib Fest was one of the...

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Shrek Jr, Solstic Summit, Wings of Halcyon and more this weekend

Brian Kowalski / June 13, 2024

Shrek Jr: The Musical Thursday, Sat-Sun, 6/13, 6/15-6 | Grand Theater, Wausau The Penguin Project nearly had to fold its...

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Marathon County deputies make arrest following high-speed chase

Brian Kowalski / June 6, 2024

Marathon County deputies arrested the driver that led them on a high-speed chase between Mosinee and Wausau, authorities say. Police...

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Cultures Fest, Blippi, Man of Honor and more this weekend

Brian Kowalski / June 6, 2024

Community Cultures Fest Saturday, 6/8 | Marathon Park, Wausau In the 70s and 80s, Wausau welcomed a number of Hmong...

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Wausau Events moves first Concert on the Square to Rothschild Pavilion

Brian Kowalski / June 5, 2024

Wausau Events announced today that it will move the first Concert on the Square to the Rothschild Pavilion tonight (Wednesday)...

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Architectural ambles, Wausau pride and more events this weekend

Brian Kowalski / May 30, 2024

Architecture Amble Thursday 5/30 | First UU Church, Wausau I’m a pretty big history nerd, so this one caught my...

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Take our annual Best of the Wausau Area survey

Brian Kowalski / May 30, 2024

It's that time of year again - City Pages is releasing its 2024 Best of the Wausau Area annual reader...

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Knowlton House Distillery is making award-winning spirits out of cheese by-products

Brian Kowalski / May 24, 2024

When you first walk into Knowlton House Distillery south of Mosinee, the blend of operation and function become abundantly clear. ...

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Arts & Entertainment

Memorial Day Weekend, Paddygrass and other Wausau events

Brian Kowalski / May 23, 2024

Memorial Day Parade Saturday 5/25 | Downtown Wausau There’s something about a parade — they go back to a different...

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A message from City Pages Publisher and MMC owner Pat Wood about the impacts of new postage increases

Brian Kowalski / May 20, 2024

Dear Reader, The United State Postal Service recently announced another 10% increase in their rates effective July 14, 2024. Since...

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HIGHLIGHTS: August 4-6

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Wisconsin Valley Fair thru Sunday 8/6 | Marathon Park, Wausau The fair’s annual Draft Horse Show Fair week started Tuesday and continues through Sunday. Don’t miss the carnival rides, delicious food, animal exhibits, and grandstand entertainment. Here are some highlights: Midway rides: There are $25 ride deals each day. Friday unlimited rides run noon-5 pm […]

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