🌱 How Wausau’s 525 race is gearing up for a big comeback
Good day Wausau! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Wausau’s 525 race is gearing up for a big comeback
- See what $35 million in upgrades means for John Muir students
- Why Wisconsin isn’t tightening FoodShare rules while other states crack down
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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 36 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
- Wednesday: Cloudy, temps: high: 31, low: 28.
- Thursday: Snow showers in the afternoon, with a high of 35 and low of 3 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Wausau's 525 snowmobile race returns this January (wsaw.com) — Wausau’s 525 snowmobile race is set to return in January, with crews already building up 14 inches of ice on the local track. Organizers expect thousands of visitors and say race proceeds will support the racetrack and local charities, plus offer an open course day for both veteran and new snowmobilers. 
• John Muir Middle School Shows Off Referendum Updates (wdez.com) — John Muir Middle School in Wausau just unveiled nearly $35 million in referendum-funded upgrades, with a focus on manufacturing, tech ed, music, and gym spaces. The school received the largest share of a $120 million 2022 referendum, which also funded improvements at West High and other district buildings.
• Wisconsin to maintain SNAP restrictions while other states add new limits (wsaw.com) — Wausau readers relying on FoodShare should know Wisconsin is keeping its current SNAP purchase rules for 2026, even as 18 other states tighten restrictions on sugary drinks and snacks. The report, filed from Wausau, explains what items remain allowed, how many residents use benefits, and notes federal pressure on states to limit non-nutritional purchases.
📸 Around Wausau
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Super Leader Buddies
Stettin El Wausau, WI 54401
9:45 am -
Mannheim Steamroller
The Grand Theater , 401 N 4th St , Wausau
3:00 pm -
Rothschild: Family Story Time
Marathon County Public Library - Rothschild Branch , 211 Grand Ave , Rothschild
10:30 am -
Rothschild: Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Marathon County Public Library - Rothschild Branch , 211 Grand Ave , Rothschild
10:30 am -
Stettin Reads Pie in Face Assembly
Stettin El Wausau, WI 54401
3:00 pm -
Wednesday Mindfulness Meditation Circle
St. Anthony Spirituality Center , 300 E 4th St , Marathon City
6:00 pm -
FFA Blood Drive
Marathon Hi Marathon, WI 54448 -
Marathon City: Family Story Time
Marathon County Public Library - Marathon City Branch , 515 Washington St , Marathon City
10:30 am -
Mountain Bay Metro Police Department Oversight Board
Rothschild Village Hall , 211 Grand Ave , Rothschild
3:15 pm -
Wausau West Master Singers Visit
Stettin El Wausau, WI 54401
10:15 am -
Chinese Food Gift Box Class $15
Harts N Scraps , 10101 Market St Ste D10 , Rothschild
12:00 pm -
Park and Recreation Committee
Village of Westons Board Room Located at the - Weston WI 54476
4:00 pm
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Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
Monday December 22
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Holiday lights, local shopping and winter magic fill communities across Wisconsin.
See Discover Wisconsin’s guide to this season’s best stops, and share your favorites here! https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/12/14/discover… (Nextdoor Southeast Side) - Looking to give back this week?
Several local groups need volunteers and donations — from tutoring and hospital support to food assistance and clothing drives. Here’s how to help. … (Nextdoor Southeast Side)
- Remember this? On this day in 2021 ... 10 #tornadoes struck #Wisconsin, with 5 of those happening in central Wisconsin. Just four days before our... (X: Chad_WSAW)
- Opinion: You'll pay more in property taxes. Thank Wisconsin lawmakers | Opinion... (X: wausauherald)
- Wisconsin Staffing posted a job opening for 3rd Shift Machine Operator Job Details | Great Lakes Cheese in Wausau. Apply here.
- Buckle posted a job opening for Freight Coordinator (Full-time) in Wausau. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wausau here.
🗞 Nearby News
Wittenberg
- What's Happening Dec. 19-28 (newmedia-wi.com)
- Speedway group given tentative green flag (newmedia-wi.com)
- Police Beat 12-15 (tchdailynews.com)
Antigo
- William's House of Hope holds community Christmas dinner at Antigo church (wjfw.com)
- Langner, Donald (waupacanow.com)
Stevens Point
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-- The Patch AM Team
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