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Mother Nature is turning up the heat this weekend, with heat indexes potentially exceeding 100 degrees.

Police, fire and ambulance calls for June 19

An area foundation has awarded almost a quarter-million dollars in scholarships to central Wisconsin students.

Former Nelson-Jameson president dies at 78

John E. Nelson, former president and chairman of Nelson-Jameson Inc., helped transform the food processing supply company into a nationwide operation.

Reminder: Check vehicles for kids, pets

Six children ages 6 and younger have died after being left in hot cars so far this year.

Annual Pride celebration has grown from an impromptu two-hour gathering to a full-day event featuring drag performances, live music and a message of love over hate.

A new exhibit at the South Wood County Historical Museum will showcase the often-overlooked support roles that keep military operations running.

Wild Wednesdays returns to Wildwood

Wildwood Park & Zoo is once again holding its free Wild Wednesdays educational series, featuring eight weeks of wildlife presentations at Wildwood Station.

Joe Sevenich, 74, a lifelong racing fan diagnosed with multiple lung diseases and nearing the end of his life, has just one last wish: to go to the races one more time.

Marshfield seeking input on housing issues

Marshfield’s Housing Committee is seeking input on housing trends and resources available in the city.

Community event aims to support addiction recovery efforts

Helping Hand to Recovery organizers aim to foster healing, promote well-being and provide information on local recovery resources.

The Wisconsin Farmers Union will host free day camps across the state this summer, offering hands-on agricultural education to youths.

Maya Hernandez is competing for the Miss Czech-Slovak Wisconsin 2025-26 title at the 25th state pageant.

Private Universes

Dear Reader, We are all inhabitants of private universes. One person’s world revolves around the crack of a bat against a baseball, the geometry of a perfect swing, the smell of grass and …

Nekoosa man facing homicide charges in woman's death

Paul J. Hardwick was booked into the Wood County Jail on June 9, facing charges of first-degree reckless homicide in Sara M. Wilkinson's death.

State Veterans Affairs office launches new website

Local veterans who go online to the state Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will find a newly redesigned website.

Crews with the city of Marshfield planted 71 trees of seven different species around the city in the past few weeks.

Area residents are likely to hear sonic booms the next few weeks as military aircraft with the state Air National Guard perform flyovers.

Buttercup takes a test flight

Buttercup the Balloon took a test flight on June 4, getting ready for her debut during the Dairyland Balloon Jubilee. Organizers Steve and Nancy Woller said they had the balloon built in Brazil for …

Fundraiser planned to fight Alzheimer’s

Renaissance by Rennes-Wisconsin Rapids will play host to a brat fry fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 20 as part of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Longest Day campaign.

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