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Congressman Tom Tiffany has announced the 2025 Service Academy Day, scheduled for Saturday, July 12th in Merrill.

Tom Tiffany criticizes state policies and calls for USDA program eliminations

U.S. Congressman Tom Tiffany addressed various issues via social media on May 14, emphasizing Medicaid policies and regional economic successes while advocating for federal program changes under President Biden's administration

Tom Tiffany comments on NPR funding and Medicaid expansion

Rep. Tom Tiffany recently voiced criticism towards NPR's use of taxpayer funds and expressed concerns about Medicaid resource allocation under Democratic policies via social media posts dated May 13-14, 2025

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Rhiannon Carroll, former Lincoln High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA Division III Softball Championship

First game takes place on Thursday, May 15.

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Former D.c. Everest High School standout Paige Kislow’s collegiate team to play for the NCAA Division III Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 15

First game takes place on Thursday, May 15.

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Brooke Swiecki, former Stevens Point Area Senior High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA Division III Softball Championship

They open the tournament against Redlands Bulldogs.

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Former Stevens Point Area Senior High School standout Zoe Fink’s collegiate team to play for the NCAA Division III Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 15

They open the tournament against Husson Eagles.

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The NCAA Division III Softball Championship is ready to begin with the collegiate team of former Stevens Point Area Senior High School Emma Raikowski participating

They open the tournament against Baldwin Wallace Yellow Jackets.

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Which former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 17?

These former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, May 17.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Wood County in week ending May 3?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Wood County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Marathon County in week ending May 3?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Marathon County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Local Government Meeting today in Central Wisconsins

Central Wisconsins City Council Meeting starting at 6:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Derek Blanchard promoted to vice president business banker at First State Bank

First State Bank has announced the promotion of Derek Blanchard to Vice President, Business Banker.

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Which former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, May 16?

These former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, May 16.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Portage County in week ending May 3?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Portage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Wood County in week ending May 3

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Wood County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Government events this week in Central Wisconsins: May 11-17

The following events are scheduled to take place in Central Wisconsins this week.

Tom Tiffany comments on Mother's Day and policy issues

Rep. Tom Tiffany shares thoughts on Mother's Day celebrations and political policies via social media posts dated May 11-12, highlighting critiques of current events including drug pricing and immigration statistics

Wisconsin DATCP Secretary visits meat training lab at Auburndale High School

Secretary Randy Romanski of Wisconsin's Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) visited Mid-State Technical College’s meat training lab at Auburndale High School on May 7.

Rafters meet-and-greet returns with free kids' haircuts at Mid-State