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18-07-2025
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10-month-old killed, four others hospitalized in single-vehicle crash in Wisconsin
FRANKFORT, Wis. (WFRV) – A 10-month-old boy was killed and four others were hospitalized following a single-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon in Marathon County. According to the Marathon County Sheriff's Office, the crash happened shortly before 4:45 p.m. in the 22100 block of State Highway 97 in the Town of Frankfort. Wisconsin man convicted in federal court for distributing cocaine, fentanyl, heroin Authorities say the SUV had been traveling south when the driver lost control and veered off the roadway, crashing into a creek. Wet road conditions are believed to have played a role in the crash. When emergency crews arrived, they found five people inside the SUV. The 10-month-old boy had been ejected from the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, a 34-year-old woman, and three passengers — a 1-year-old girl, a 4-year-old boy, and an 18-year-old woman — were all transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Green Bay man arrested for 9th OWI offense following police pursuit in Fond du Lac County Highway 97 was closed for approximately four and a half hours as investigators worked the scene and cleared debris. No further details have been released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
05-07-2025
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33-year-old man drowns near boat launch in central Wisconsin, authorities recover body
GREEN VALLEY, Wis. (WFRV) – The body of a 33-year-old man was recovered after he reportedly jumped into water near a boat launch in central Wisconsin and drowned on Thursday. Deputies with the Marathon County Sheriff's Office say they were called to a possible drowning near the bridge on County Road S near Lisa's Landing Boat Launch in the Town of Green Valley around 5:10 p.m. on July 3. Motorcyclist suffers significant injuries in Manitowoc crash with minivan, driver cited The initial report indicated that a 33-year-old man had allegedly jumped into the water and did not resurface. First responders immediately arrived at the scene and began search and rescue efforts, closing down County Road S in the process. After roughly two hours of searching, the Marathon County Dive Team found and recovered the body of the 33-year-old man. He was pronounced dead at the scene. One dead after suspected overdose, investigation leads to Oshkosh home The Marathon County Sheriff's Office was assisted at the scene by the Mosinee Fire Department, the Stratford Fire Department, the Wisconsin State Patrol, and the Marathon County Medical Examiner's Office. No additional information has been released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Climate
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Flood warning issued for Marathon County
A flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Green Bay at 10:33 a.m. on Sunday, June 29. This warning applies to Marathon County. The NWS warns: "Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at The next statement will be issued Monday morning by 11 a.m. CDT." At 10:33 a.m., the NWS issued a statement including the following information: ", The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin, Wisconsin River below Wausau affecting Marathon County. WHAT: Minor flooding is occurring. WHERE: Wisconsin River below Wausau. WHEN: Until further notice. IMPACTS: At 1167 feet, Water approaches buildings in DC Everest Park and Oak Island Park. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: - At 10:10 a.m. CDT Sunday the stage was 1167.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 1165 feet. - Recent activity: The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:10 a.m. CDT Sunday was 1167.4 feet. - Forecast: No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 1167 feet. - If advised to evacuate, do so immediately. Use a battery-operated radio or television to get the latest emergency information. Do not walk through floodwater. Just six inches of floodwater can sweep you off your feet if it is moving swiftly. Turn around, don't drown; do not drive into a flooded street. Cars can be swept away by two feet of moving water or there may be unseen damage to the road. If you come to a flooded area turn around and go another way. Most flood-related deaths are caused by people driving through water. Watch out for fire hazards. Move to higher ground. Stay alert, turn weather notifications on. Do not allow children to play in flowing water. Waters can hide rocks, trees and debris. This weather report was generated automatically using information from the National Weather Service and a story written and reviewed by an editor. See the latest weather alerts and forecasts here This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Flood warning issued for Marathon County
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
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Marathon County sees record $497 million in economic impact from tourism in 2024
WAUSAU − Marathon County saw record tourism in 2024, which supported over 3,600 jobs and generated over $30 million in state and local tax revenue in the county. Economic impact data revealed a third straight year of record-breaking numbers in 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Tourism said in a June 10 news release. The tourism industry reported records in economic impact ($25.8 billion) and visits (114.4 million) across the state. Marathon County set its own record of $497 million of economic impact resulting from tourism, according to the release. The previous record of $490 million was set in 2023. 'Our local communities work hard to create places where people want to visit, live, work and invest,' Tim White, Visit Wausau executive director, said in the release. 'It all starts with a visit. As we showcase Marathon County, everyone benefits.' Wausau area events: Here are 9 events you don't want to miss this summer in the Wausau area Tourism supported 3,617 jobs in 2024 in Marathon County and generated $30.2 million in state and local tax revenue in the county, according to the Department of Tourism. The tourism industry supports 182,000 jobs and $1.66 billion in state and local taxes statewide. Without tourism-related tax revenue, Wisconsin households would need to pay an additional $678 in taxes to sustain the current level of government services, according to the release. 'Economic benefits are great, as they motivate our continued efforts to enhance life for residents and visitors alike,' White said. The increase in visitors, which exceeded the previous record set in 2019 by more than one million, is attributed to 'economic contributions from all corners of Wisconsin' and 'strategic investments in tourism,'according to the release. More: Sign up for news alerts from the Wausau Daily Herald 'Tourism in all corners fueled this hat-trick of records for an accomplishment the entire state can celebrate,' Anne Sayers, Department of Tourism secretary, said in the release. 'The impact of the visitor economy is felt statewide. Tourism sustains livelihoods and local businesses, uplifts communities and powers Wisconsin's economy.' More information on the economic impact report can be found on the Department of Tourism website at Additional information on visiting Wausau and Marathon County can be found at Erik Pfantz covers local government and education in central Wisconsin for USA TODAY NETWORK - Wisconsin and values his background as a rural Wisconsinite. Contact him at epfantz@ This article originally appeared on Wausau Daily Herald: Marathon County tourism generated 3,617 jobs in 2024