Brittany Dobbins
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Stevens Point leaders take initiative to motivate kids to live a healthy lifestyle with scavenger hunt at farmers market Saturday
With recent data showing obesity rates increasing over time, Stevens Point leaders are making it their priority to take action on motivating children to live healthier lifestyles. → Read More
Studies show decline in overall well-being in Americans
According to a study done by The Mayo Clinic in 2016, less than 3% of Americans live a healthy lifestyle. More recently, studies are showing how the pandemic has taken a toll on the overall well-being of Americans. → Read More
Heavy rain causes wastewater to overflow into Wisconsin River in Wisconsin Rapids
The city of Wisconsin Rapids has confirmed heavy rainfall on July 15 is to blame for causing wastewater to flow into the Wisconsin River. → Read More
Heavy rain causes wastewater to overflow into Wisconsin River in Wisconsin Rapids
The city of Wisconsin Rapids has confirmed heavy rainfall on July 15 is to blame for causing wastewater to flow into the Wisconsin River. → Read More
Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo starts Friday in Merrill
The Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo will return to Lincoln County Friday night. Gates open up at 5 p.m. Friday. → Read More
Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo starts Friday in Merrill
The Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo will return to Lincoln County Friday night. Gates open up at 5 p.m. Friday. → Read More
Doctors say spending time outdoors can improve overall well-being in children
According to the Child Mind Institute, the average American child spends about four to seven minutes a day outside. Over the last two years, getting outside and socializing decreased, while screen time increased. → Read More
DNR expects heavy traffic on Wisconsin waterways for 2022 boating season
Memorial Day weekend marked the unofficial start of summer and the Wisconsin DNR said many boaters, new and experienced hit the water for the weekend. However, the DNR said there are some lessons that can be learned from the holiday weekend. → Read More
70th home for Habitat for Humanity makes it’s way to permanent address Thursday
The 70th home for Habitat for Humanity is moving to its permanent address Thursday. The house is moving from D.C. Everest High School to South 7th Avenue in Wausau. It’s the 17th house students at D.C. Everest High School have built. → Read More
Organic farms step up to the plate to give Afghan refugee families access to fresh produce
Two local organic farms are partnering with New Beginnings for Refugees. The new partnership will bring access to high-quality produce to Afghan refugee families. Cattail Organics and Red Door Family Farm are the two farms participating in the partnership. → Read More
Spring is wildfire season in Wisconsin, DNR gives tips to keep your home safe
It may not feel like spring, but the spring months are on us and this time of year is the busiest time for wildfires in Wisconsin. The DNR said that’s because fires can spread quickly after the snow melts and before plants, trees and grass turn green. → Read More
April 4-8 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Wisconsin
April 4 through April 8 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Wisconsin. It’s a week people can use as a reminder to review plans in the event severe weather strikes. → Read More
12,000 people living with kidney failure in Wisconsin; diet is critical in slowing progression
The month of March is known as National Kidney Month. Its purpose is to bring awareness to kidney health and encourage people to learn about kidney disease. 37 million Americans have kidney disease, and one in three adults in the U.S. are at risk for developing the condition. → Read More
New Wausau VA Clinic expected to open in mid-May
Officials announced Tuesday morning that the new VA Clinic being built in the former Shopko building is expected to open in the middle of May. → Read More
Heavy snow doesn’t stop ice cream lovers on Dairy Queen’s opening day
near-blizzard didn’t stop Blizzard fans from visiting Dairy Queen on opening day. → Read More
Stevens Point woman tells Oneida Nation history through beadwork
An Oneida Nation woman of Stevens Point is being nationally recognized for her creative skills. Karen Ann Hoffman is a Haudenosaunee Raised Beadworker and has been recently recognized by United States Artists as a 2022 fellow of traditional arts. → Read More
ESPORTS: Why some say it prepares students for their futures
Esports is rising in popularity each year and growing faster than ever before throughout high schools. It’s a sport that doesn’t require physical exertion, but still teaches students essential life skills. → Read More
Snowmen are out and igloos are in for one Tomahawk couple
While some prefer to be inside during the cold temperatures, others are preferring to be outside. One Tomahawk couple is spending roughly 40 hours total to build a rainbow igloo. → Read More
Recent snowfall allows Nine Mile County Forest to re-open trails
Skiing and snowshoeing trails reopened Tuesday at Nine Mile County Forest. The trails had to close since the snow that fell earlier in the month melted. But all of the snow that did fall helped set the tracks to get the trails back open. → Read More
Stevens Point couple spreads a ‘herd’ of cheer with holiday display
Cows are nothing new in America’s Dairyland, but for the Stevens Point community, something so little can make a big impact. → Read More