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Bar fight leaves one woman in critical condition Video included

An Adams County woman is fighting for her life after authorities say she was attacked in a bar. More>>

Marshfield Zoo honors Ms. Grizz Video included

An animal that lived at the Marshfield Zoo longer than any other is remembered. Ms. Grizz the grizzly bear died two years ago, but now she will forever be a part of the zoo.
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Program helps teens with special needs Video included

The transition from high school to the real world can be tough. More>>

Special report: Coping with the cost of child care Video included

Finding child care is an in-demand and expensive endeavor in Wisconsin.
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SUV crashes into Wood County home Video included

The Nekoosa Police Chief says an SUV crashed into a home around 12:30 p.m. Monday. More>>

Wood Co. man who killed friend gets jail time Video included

A 23-year-old Wisconsin Rapids man convicted of fatally shooting his friend more than a year ago following a night of drinking was sentenced to a year in jail Monday.
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Wood Co. students ride Heavy Metal Bus Tour Video included

Students in Wood County had the chance to step out of the classroom today, and be introduced to four different industries in Central Wisconsin. More>>

Marshfield middle school students show off artwork

The Past, Present, and Future exhibit displays students art about Marshfield through various time periods. More>>

Students bring tractors to school for good cause

Some area students ditched their cars for the day for a different kind of ride. More>>

Dad creates prom dress for daughter

One Marshfield High School junior got her dream dress with some very special help—from her father. More>>

Scanner 24/7: The fascination over police chatter Video included

The sound of a police scanner is something Dave Tessmer hears all day and—if he's awake—all night. More>>

Marshfield Clinic reveals new mobile medical unit Video included

The Marshfield Clinic is treating patients in a new way. More>>

Fire destroys Wisconsin Rapids home, displacing two people

A fire caused by a charcoal grill destroyed a house in Wisconsin Rapids Tuesday afternoon. More>>

Marshfield students get hands on experience with exotic animals Video included

Students in the Marshfield area stepped out of the classroom on Tuesday and into a different kind of learning environment. More>>

Marshfield Clinic names new executive director of research foundation Video included

The Marshfield Clinic has a new executive director for the research foundation. Dr. Robert Steiner is a Milwaukee native. He has medical degrees from UW-Madison. More>>

4-year-old recovering after serious car crash Video included

It has been one month since a four-year-old boy was seriously hurt in a Wausau crash, but his family says his signs of recovery look good. More>>

House fire displaces family of six in Wisconsin Rapids

A family of six was displaced after a house fire in Wisconsin Rapids. More>>

Marshfield students make plea to parents about underage drinking

With prom and graduation season are right around the corner, a Marshfield group is trying to make a plea to parents to help prevent underage drinking parties. More>>

Marshfield Clinic participates in national Drug Take Back Day Video included

Communities nationwide are participating in national Drug Take Back Day, and that includes cities right here in central Wisconsin. More>>

Marshfield students experience Spanish culture Video included

Students in Marshfield got a taste of the Spanish culture today. Teachers say it's a year-long project for children at Columbus Catholic. More>>

Marshfield fundraiser nets $60,000 for Children's Miracle Network

The 2013 Miracle Fest fundraiser at Wildwood Park in Marshfield raised an estimated $60,000 for Children's Miracle Network. More>>

UPDATE: Student searches planned at Auburndale

After shutting down all schools for a day because of a bomb threat found in a girls bathroom, the Auburndale School District says classes will resume Wednesday and all middle and high school students will be searched before entering their schools.

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UPDATE: Wisconsin postpones tornado drill due to storm threat

Wisconsin has postponed a statewide tornado drill because of the threat of severe weather. More>>

Man accused in hammer attack pleads not guilty

WISCONSIN RAPIDS (WAOW) - The 40-year-old man who police say used a hammer to smash several thousand dollars worth of windows at Marshfield Clinic in Marshfieldpleaded not guilty Monday to four charges in the attack. William Sachs of Spencer was charged in Wood County Circuit Court with two counts of felony criminal damage to property and two misdemeanor counts of disorderly conduct. No trial date was immediately set, according to online court records. Investigators said Sachs wal... More>>

Flood warning causes concern for Wood Co. horse owner

After a long winter, the first flood warning of the year is targeting a Central Wisconsin River.


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Police: Driver left red light early in bike crash

According to the Wisconsin Rapids Police Department, a 41-year-old male bicyclist was killed Saturday afternoon after being hit by a car. More>>

NWS issues flood warning for Yellow River

The National Weather Service will have a flood warning active for the Yellow River at Babcock in Wood County through Monday. More>>

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