Consider the Source… Who’s YOUR Source of Local News in Marathon County?

With the diminishment of traditional media in Marathon County, Administrator Brad Karger asks the question: How should government officials relay public information nowadays? See if you agree with the administrator’s support of the free press to ask questions, analyze data, share information, and guide discourse on public policy issues. (Click the title to learn more.)

A Demonstration of Integrity :: Rochelle Monday Saves Small Child from Danger on Grand Ave.

Rochelle Monday couldn’t believe her eyes when she spotted a tiny girl wandering all alone on a busy street with cars speeding by at 35 mph. She decided to stop her car and alert the authorities to help this unaccompanied girl. Could this happen to YOUR child? (Click the title to read more…)

November Is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month :: See How You’d Score on This 5-Question Alzheimer’s Quiz

Did you know that Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States? Take our 5-question quiz to raise your awareness of Alzheimer’s disease. (Click the title to take the quiz…)

John Robinson’s Political Playbook

County Board Supervisor Katie Rosenberg teases out local official John Robinson’s 3 top rules from his “Political Playbook” as he recounts his start in politics and reflects on his time in office. Get the scoop on how the Robinson and the Rosenberg families are intertwined… (Click the title to read more…)

Library 3rd Floor Targeted to Meet Senior Activity Needs

The Marathon County Public Library – Wausau Headquarters’ third floor has the potential to be a great space for senior activities. Find out why… (Click the title to read more…)

Regional Substance Abuse Conference at WIPPS :: “It’s Everybody’s Business”

Those in health, business, education, law enforcement, and more are invited to learn evidence-based strategies and best practices to address our addiction crisis and to implement community-wide recovery supports. Open to the general public. (Click the title to learn more…)

Just the Facts, Please :: Aquatic Therapy in Marathon County

See the Fact Sheet being prepared for the Marathon County Board to help inform their vote on the future of aquatic therapy at North Central Health Care. (Click the title to read more…)

The Past, Present, & Future of Care at Mount View Care Center

It’s personal. It’s political. It’s financial. Members of a new county committee will look at the future of Mount View Care Center while weighing what’s best for the Marathon County residents. Katie Rosenberg shares her experience after visiting MVCC for 5 years and explores what’s next. (Click the title to read more…)

NCHC’s Aquatic Physical Therapy Pool: The Time Is NOW for a Decision

The County Board’s final decision on North Central Health Care’s aquatic physical therapy pool will impact you in one way or another — either as a FUNDER or a PARTICIPANT (or perhaps both). Please attend the final 2 meetings in March 2017 to help us make an informed decision for our community. (Click the title to read more…)