Stevens Point Journal

The Stevens Point Journal is a newspaper that comes in both digital and print formats, located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. It is owned by Gannett and is affiliated with the USA Today Network.

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Portage County inspections: One restaurant with 10 violations and another with eight

4 days ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Karen Madden

The following are the latest results of Portage County Health Department inspections on licensed food establishments and other types of businesses, which the Stevens Point Journal reports monthly. AlmondKristi's Smokehouse Barbeque, 8372 Portage County N.: April 30: No violations.
Here are the tee times for the third round of the U.S. Women's Open at Erin Hills

1 week ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Ben Steele

After finishing the second round early in the morning and cutting the field, the tee times for the third round of the U.S. Women's Open are set. (a) = amateurHole No. 110:01 a.m.: Farah O'Keefe (a); Hailee Cooper; Aline Krauter10:12 a.m.: Auston Kim; In Gee Chun; Chisato IwaiNeed a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Check out photos from WIAA Division 2 track and field meet at Marinette

1 week ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Tork Mason

Tork MasonFreedom High School’s Ashley Hietpas celebrates as she crosses the finish line to qualify for the WIAA state track and field meet in the girls 100-meter hurdles during a Division 2 sectional meet on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Marinette High School in Marinette, Wisconsin.
U.S. Women’s Open purse, payout: See prize money for LPGA major winner

1 week ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Jim Owczarski

TOWN OF ERIN − The 2025 U.S. Women’s Open will have the largest purse in women’s golf, with a total of $12 million being distributed among the professionals in the four-round tournament at Erin Hills. With 26 amateur players in the 156-person field and the cut line being the top 60 players and ties, it’s impossible to break down a projected payout. The USGA awards $10,000 to professionals who do not make the weekend.
Who are the 2025 U.S. Women’s Open favorites to win at Erin Hills?

1 week ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Jim Owczarski

The U.S. Women's Open is notoriously difficult to predict, with few repeat champions in recent history. Nelly Korda, the world's top-ranked player, seeks her first U.S. Women's Open title. Jeeno Thitikul, a young but accomplished player, is considered a favorite despite not having won a major yet. Lydia Ko, an LPGA Hall of Famer, aims for a U.S. Women's Open victory while contemplating retirement.
Trump and Harvard draw headlines, but UW is also imperiled by DOGE cuts | Opinion

1 week ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Kevin Reilly

A majority of Americans disapprove of the Trump administration's approach to higher education, according to an AP/NORC poll. The proposed $351 billion in cuts to education and workforce programs disproportionately impacts low-income students. Cuts to federal funding threaten to drive American scientists to other countries, potentially harming research and innovation. Federally funded research at the University of Wisconsin has significant positive impacts on the state's economy and public health.
Children's Museum joins initiative to promote downtown Stevens Point as family destination

1 week ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Caitlin G Shuda

The Downtown Stevens Point Business Improvement District is partnering with the Central Wisconsin Children's Museum on a statewide initiative. The Central Wisconsin Children's Museum will be part of a group of 12 children's museums across the state, working to promote family tourism. Destinations for Families is a statewide effort aiming to promote Wisconsin as a premier location for family travel.
Here are 11 events you don't want to miss this summer in the Stevens Point area

1 week ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Caitlin G Shuda

Looking to fill your calendar with a variety of summer fun in the Stevens Point area? Check out these 11 events. STEVENS POINT − As the days get longer and warmer, it’s time to start filling those summer calendars with events in the Stevens Point area. From long-standing events to festivals and other community celebrations, there are many ways to fill your summer days in the area this summer. Check out some of the biggest events scheduled throughout the summer in the Stevens Point area.
Pluto's 'extreme cousin' is a dwarf planet found at the far reaches of our solar system

2 weeks ago | stevenspointjournal.com | Mike Snider

Earth has a newly-discovered neighbor in the solar system. But the heavenly body – possibly a dwarf planet à la Pluto – isn't a frequent visitor. Located beyond Neptune, its extreme orbit circumnavigates the sun once every 25,000 years, taking it beyond our solar system. The new object, named 2017 OF201, was discovered by researchers in an astronomical image database while searching for trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs) and possible new planets in the outer solar system.
The Green Bay Charity Softball Game hosted by Jordan Love

2 weeks ago | stevenspointjournal.com | William Glasheen

William GlasheenJordan Love bats while hosting the Green Bay Charity Softball Game on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium in Grand Chute, Wis. Wm. Glasheen USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinWm. Glasheen/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinTucker Kraft , right, tries to stop Evan Williams from scoring during the Green Bay Charity Softball Game hosted by Jordan Love on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium in Grand Chute, Wis.