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First woman takes the bench in Wood County

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Gov. Tony Evers announced Tuesday the appointment of Emily Nolan-Plutchak to the Wood County Circuit Court, making her the first woman to serve as a circuit court judge in …

Crash kills 1 teen, injures another

TOWN OF GRANT – A weekend crash claimed the life of one teenager and left another seriously injured. Officials say the 17-year-old male driver of a pickup truck lost control of the vehicle, …

Miroslaw joins Northwoods Coalition

MARSHFIELD – Megan Miroslaw is joining the Northwoods Coalition (NWC) as manager of the Substance Use Services team at Marshfield Clinic. Previously, Miroslaw worked with the NWC program and …

Mountain bike endurance race comes to Powers Bluff July 19

Dubbed the Skunk Hill Scramble, about 100 riders are expected to compete in three-, six- and 10-hour races.

Summer Piece

by Agnes McHale, ’50 We reached the cottage just as the sun was slipping behind the pines on the opposite side of the lake, leaving them outlined in dark relief against a mass of gold and pink …

For City Times MARSHFIELD – When your children are young, you’re probably not thinking about vision problems they could have in their golden years. But what they do when they’re …

Crews making progress on Rapids roads

Two major road construction projects in Wisconsin Rapids are advancing this week, with concrete work completed on one street and underground utilities progressing on another.

Marshfield Parish Pull to feature drawing for free tractor rollbar retrofit

The National Farm Medicine Center will award a free rollover protective structure retrofit in a drawing July 11 during the 12th annual Pull at Central Wisconsin State Fairgrounds.

A Tale of Two Aqua Skiers

The Aqua Skiers team trains in synchronized harmony, but within the precision and polish of the show team lies a dynamic contrast: a veteran with nearly five decades on the water and a novice just learning to stand.

The Central Wisconsin Cultural Center will play host to an opening night reception for its “Art of the Book” exhibit on July 10.

Aspirus Health names top administrative officer

Aspirus Health has appointed Ryan Lown as the new chief administrative officer (CAO) for Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital.

Wood County Sheriff investigating officer-involved shooting

The Wood County Sheriff’s Department is helping investigate two deaths and an officer-involved shooting that officials say happened July 6 in the town of New Hope.

Crash kills Wisconsin Rapids teen, injures another

Officials say the 17-year-old male driver of a pickup truck lost control of the vehicle, which then struck an embankment before overturning and coming to rest on its roof.

Art club celebrates diamond anniversary

The Brush and Palette Club is celebrating its diamond anniversary this month with a special exhibition at The Alexander House, where members have showcased their work since 1985.

Problem gambling can be a damaging addiction

Problem gambling can damage more than families: about 20% of gambling addicts attempt suicide.

Wood County emergency services calls, June 24

Wood County emergency services calls, June 20-23

Police, fire and ambulance calls for June 19

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

Reminder: Check vehicles for kids, pets

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

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