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2 months ago | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) -- Another week, another new scam to tell you about.
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Jan 22, 2025 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) -- A northern Wisconsin food pantry received a nice boost this month.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
PORTAGE COUNTY, Wis. (WAOW) -- Portage County residents have a chance to provide feedback on the county's current bicycle and walking conditions. There are two public workshops scheduled in January. The first is set for January 15 at Mid-State Technical College at 1001 Centerpoint Dr. in Stevens Point. The second is the next day, January 16, at the Jansen Community Center at 487 North Main St. in Amherst. Both run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.Residents can also submit feedback online through January 31.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) -- University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has a new Chief of Police and Security Services. In a release, the university says Michele Haywood was sworn in on Monday, Jan. 6. Haywood retired from the Milwaukee Police Department in 2022 after 27 years of service. The university says she completed advanced training in Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement, and at the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) -- January is National Radon Action Month, and health officials urge all homeowners, schools and property owners to test for the gas. In a release, the Oneida County Health Department says one in 10 homes has elevated radon levels in Wisconsin. They say fortunately, it's easy to detect, and leaks can be fixed. While radon can affect anyone, the health department says children are especially vulnerable to exposure because of their faster breathing and smaller lungs.
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Jan 6, 2025 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) -- The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin announced its awarded $585,000 in Visionary Grants to 13 organizations over the next five years. In a release, Community Foundation says the grants will go to organizations looking to adopt operational structures, or expand and enhance existing services.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
Town of Norrie, WIS. (WAOW) -- The Marathon County Sheriff's Office says it's investigating the death of a three-month-old in the Town of Norrie. In a release, the Sheriff's Office says a 27-year-old man was arrested on a charge of First Degree Reckless Homicide. On November 20, the Marathon County 911 Communications Center received a call of an unresponsive child. The three-month-old was taken to a local hospital, but died two days later.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
I am pleased to announce that former Congressman Sean Duffy, from the Great State of Wisconsin, is nominated to serve as the Secretary of Transportation. Sean has been a tremendous and well-liked public servant, starting his career as a District Attorney for Ashland, Wisconsin, and later elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
frc.org | Warren Davidson |Adam Rasmussen |Philip Wegmann
On today’s program:
Warren Davidson, U.S. Representative for the 8th District of Ohio, assesses President-elect Trump’s latest Cabinet picks and responds to criticism of the president-elect’s military review board. He also offers an update on the government funding debate on Capitol Hill.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
waow.com | Adam Rasmussen
WASHINGTON D.C. (WAOW) — The 50th Never Forgotten Honor Flight to Washington D.C. was an emotional visit for many Central Wisconsin veterans. Some found friends' names inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. A set of brothers honored the loss of their oldest brother, James. Another family met for the first time. Veterans say the trip has been a once in a lifetime experience. "Oh, this - it is awesome," said Vietnam Veteran Nona Hanson.
