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From Curbside to curated: Chestnut Center launches 'Chairish Our City’ downtown trail

Twenty-eight vintage fiberglass chairs are getting a second life as local masterpieces — and downtown Marshfield is the gallery.

War, reorganization and resilience: The story behind the Marshfield Civic Band

For more than 130 years, the Marshfield Civic Band has been a part of the community, bringing music to local audiences while carrying on a tradition that dates back to the late 1800s.

Home Front: Wood County soldier finally coming home

WOOD COUNTY – A Wood County man who went missing during World War II will finally be laid to rest this month in Rudolph. On Jan. 5, 2026, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) …

Marshfield School Board weighs conduct, safety and AI policy overhaul

The Marshfield Board of Education is considering a series of policy updates aimed at strengthening student safety, establishing a formal code of conduct for board members and modernizing district technology policies to comply with Wisconsin Act 89.

Home Front: Jim Kohlbeck

MARSHFIELD/AUBURNDALE – Jim Kohlbeck was raised on a farm in the Rozellville area. “I had two older brothers — Kenny and Jerry. They’re both deceased now. I have a younger brother who’s 10 …

Fly-in fundraiser to support Discovery Education Station expansion

Discovery Education Station will host the Skybound Family Festival on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Marshfield Municipal Airport, 326 W. 29th St., Marshfield.

Home Front: Dennis Rasmussen

MARSHFIELD/AUBURNDALE – Dennis Rasmussen was born in Greenwood, one of seven children. “My mother and dad are gone, and three of my sisters are gone now,” Rasmussen said, “When I got …

Rainforest Falls: Planting seeds of faith

For one week each summer, classrooms and gathering spaces at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hewitt transform into something entirely new.

Home Front: Mike Jeske

MARSHFIELD – Mike Jeske was born in Wisconsin Rapids and raised in the area along with two brothers and five sisters. After graduating from Pittsville schools, he began working at Weyerhaeuser …

Home Front: Tony Marohl

MARSHFIELD – Tony Marohl was born in Stratford to Henry “Hank” and Cecilia Marohl, the fifth of six boys. “I grew up on a small farm. Back then, it was not unusual. Eighty acres was …

Three generations, one shed: Local family brings art home to the farm

Imagine a pop-up shop in a small Wisconsin town. Not a storefront along Main Street, and not a boutique with air conditioning, polished shelves and carefully-curated décor.

Home Front: Mike Korger

MARSHFIELD – Mike Korger grew up in Lindsey, with three older sisters and two younger brothers. “Mom worked part-time like at Figi’s, and my dad worked for Midwest Breeders, artificial …

From personal loss to community legacy: New veterans monument to be dedicated

Marshfield’s Veterans Parkway Memorial is home to a new monument, which will be dedicated on July 4 — the 250th anniversary of our nation.

Marathon County seeks input on proposed wind farm

The Alternative Energy Project Local Impact Advisory Committee, established by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors, is inviting Marathon County residents to participate in upcoming public engagement opportunities regarding the proposed Hub City Wind Farm in southwest Marathon County.

Home Front: Rich Cournoyer

AUBURNDALE – Born in Neillsville on Oct. 2, 1949, to Dennis and Naomi Cournoyer, Rich Cournoyer began working at a young age. “Up to fourth grade, I lived in Marshfield, and then my dad …

A Vesper woman is among 31 women vying for the title of Miss Wisconsin 2026 as the Miss Wisconsin Competition returns to New Berlin this year.

Marshfield has new events & program coordinator: Meet Tim Pyles

Marshfield has a new events & programs coordinator.

Home Front: Those who answered the call

“The story of America has always been written by those willing to serve something greater than themselves,” Neillsville graduate 64th Troop Command Brigade Command Sergeant Major Terri …

Farm Tech Days 2026: Powered by local hands

Our countdown to 2026 Farm Technology Days continues.

Marshfield Memorial Day service 2026

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A snapshot of this year's Memorial Day service at Marshfield's Hillside Cemetery:

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