Give to Wisconsin’s Endangered Resources Fund this tax season

Trumpeter swans were removed from the Wisconsin endangered species list due to recovery in 2009, thanks in part to contributions to the Endangered Resources Fund.

WOOD COUNTY--The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages nature lovers to give to the Endangered Resources Fund on their Wisconsin income tax form. The fund has helped the DNR conserve …

MMS girls gymnastics wins B Division Team Title at Antigo’s Invitational

from left to right - Quinn Miller, Ruby Mealey, Bre Drapeau, Maci Kuehmichel, Kelsey Wray, Leeann Luedtke, Kaidence Keding.

MARSHFIELD--Marshfield Middle School Girls Gymnastics competed against four teams at Antigo’s Invitational Meet. Marshfield came out with a team win of 114.750 points, with Rhinelander in …

UWSP’s new data security lab to enhance student experiences

Assistant Professor Chad Johnson, CNMT, shows a student the data analysis software purchased for the Digital Forensics and Recovery Analysis Lab.

WOOD COUNTY--When you think of evidence that can be used in court cases, recovered data on an electronic device might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, it is critical that trained …

UW-Stevens Point graduate student Amanda Griswold operates a drone for her research on waterfowl conservation.

UWSP Graduate researcher takes conservation to new heights with drone technology

FOR CITY TIMES WOOD COUNTY--Amanda Griswold, a graduate student in the College of Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, is using drones equipped with thermal cameras to …

Seasonal Affective Disorder: finding light in the winter months

WOOD COUNTY--Winter can be a challenging time for many, as shorter days and colder weather often bring more than just a chill in the air. For some individuals, these seasonal changes may trigger …

SkillsUSA Wisconsin announces results for Stevens Point Regional Competition

WOOD COUNTY—SkillsUSA Wisconsin, a partnership of students, teachers, and industry representatives working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce, announced the results of its …

Practice safe merging techniques to prevent crashes

WOOD COUNTY--Merging is a common technique on our roads that requires all drivers to stay calm and pay attention to avoid crashes. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s February Law of the Month …

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DNR seeking public comment on trail concept plan for Rib Mountain State Park

MARSHFIELD--The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a trail network concept plan at Rib Mountain State Park. The Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership, in …

Marshfield's athletes placed well in the All-Around B Division: Quinn Miller captured All Around Championship - scoring 35.2, Kaidence Keding 3rd, Maci Kuehmichel 4th, & Emi Tippen 5th.

MMS girls gymnastics wins B Division Team Title at Lakeland’s quadrangular meet

MARSHFIELD--In their first invitational meet of the season and competing against Antigo, Lakeland, and Rhinelander in a close competition, Marshfield girls’ gymnastics came out with a victory. …

Columbus Catholic boys’ basketball secures a victory against Three Lakes

MARSHFIELD--Columbus Catholic boys’ basketball came out with close win against Three Lakes, with a score of 62-57. Columbus Catholic led 38-26 at halftime. Three Lakes Scoring: Eli Erickson 3, …

Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur said that though he was disappointed in how their final game of the season played out, he is anticipating witnessing the growth of the Packers team in the offseason. .

Packers look to recover in offseason

The Green Bay Packers’ 2024 season came full circle with a 22-10 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles — also the team’s first loss of the season in their ‘home’ opener in Sao …

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Josh Becker

Josh Becker, 37 passed away unexpectedly at his home in Key West ,Florida on January 7. Joshua Louis Becker was born on September 19, 1987 to Dave and Jane (Kiddoo) Becker in Marshfield …

Bernadette M. “Bernie” Smith

BERNADETTE M. “BERNIE” SMITH Bernadette M. “Bernie” Smith, age 80, of Marshfield, WI, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at The House of the Dove in Marshfield. Funeral …

Lois Ann Lorenz-Acheson

Lois Ann Lorenz-Acheson, a beacon of creativity and adventure, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona, at the age of 69. Born on December 31, 1955, in Appleton, Wisconsin, …

Peter T. Franckowiak

Peter T. Franckowiak, 79, Marshfield, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at his home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, February 7, 2025 at Rembs Funeral Home in …

Keith Robert Oswald

Keith Robert Oswald, 58, of Chicago, IL passed away on January 24, 2025. He was born in Neillsville, WI on June 25, 1966 to Gary Warren and Jeanette Ann (nee Noeldner) Oswald. Keith was an …

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We Are One

Dear reader, I am not just one; I am a unit of many — my ancestors who paved the way, the stages of my life shaped by community and friends, and the family of God's creation to which …

Finding The Perfect Someone

Dear Reader, Life's treasures aren't measured in material possessions like a sleek car or a spacious mansion. You could have all of these things, but without someone to share them with, …

A New Year With New Beginnings

Dear Reader, As the calendar turns to another New Year, we find ourselves at a familiar crossroads, a time for renewal and reflection. It's a time when we take stock of our lives, weighing …

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Wisconsin Rapids Mayor Matt Zacher recently proclaimed February 11, 2025 “211 Day.” Pictured here are Danie Schalk, 211 Program Director and Mayor Zacher.

United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties’ 211 recognizes the vital community hotline on National 211 Day

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Feb. 11 (2/11) is National 211 Day – an annual observance celebrating the go-to, 24/7 three-digit (2-1-1) resource that helps millions of people in the U.S. and Canada …

Snowmelt and spring storms increase flood risk in spring, but Wisconsinites can protect themselves with flood insurance.

Prepare for spring conditions with flood insurance

WOOD COUNTY--In recognition of Gov. Tony Evers’ proclamation of Feb. 2-8, 2025 as Flood Insurance Awareness Week, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is raising awareness of our …

Stratford School District New Year Resolutions & Goals

Happy New Year! We hope that you had a wonderful holiday season! The new year tends to be a time when people reflect on the previous year and set new year’s resolutions/goals. In the Stratford …

Spencer/Columbus Wrestling Seniors Honored at Home Dual

On Thursday January 30 the Spencer/Columbus varsity wrestling hosted their only home dual of the season. Coaches took advantage of this night to recognize this year’s seniors along with the …

Regional Spelling Bee

On Monday, February 3, CESA 10’s regional spelling bee was held. Kaden Schillinger, a 6th grader at Spencer School, took 3rd place after spelling “bowsprit” correctly. Abi Rolfs and …

AI chatbots are becoming romance scammers — and 1 in 3 people admit they could fall for one

(BPT) - By McAfeeIt started with a DM.For five months, 25-year-old computer programmer Maggie K. exchanged daily messages with the man she met on Instagram, convinced she had found something …

10 can't-miss places to visit in the winter

Are you looking for trip ideas to embrace the cold weather months? CoPilot compiled 10 drivable U.S. locations that are ideal for winter visits.

A forecaster monitors incoming data for Hurricane Irma in 2017 at the National Hurricane Center, part of the NOAA.

NOAA’s vast public weather data powers the local forecasts on your phone and TV – a private company alone couldn’t match it

NOAA operates fleets of satellites, sensors on airplanes and ocean-going buoys, as well as radar, providing the data used by weather forecasters nationwide – and freely available to anyone.

What are the most distinctive baby names by state?

Spokeo used data from the Social Security Administration to find the most unique baby names in every state across the country as of 2023.

The best spring break destinations for both kids and their parents

(BPT) - Spring break takes on a whole new meaning when you become a parent. But that doesn't mean adults have to sacrifice all the fun for their kids.Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, home to …