Central Wisconsin News

Since 1970, Wood County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 12%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 3.7%.

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Central Wisconsin News area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Central Wisconsin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Mosinee High School standout Garrett Shupe’s college team lost in NCAA Division I baseball game on Friday, April 25

The North Dakota State Bison lost 6-3 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the South Dakota State Jackrabbits on Friday, April 25.

Marshfield High School standout Courtney Donahue’s college team lost in NCAA Division I softball game on Friday, April 25

The Missouri Tigers lost 4-2 in their NCAA Division I softball game against the Alabama Crimson Tide on Friday, April 25.

Friday, April 25: D.C. Everest Idea School standout Nate Langbehn’s college team loses to South Florida Bulls

The game took place at Eck Stadium.

Mosinee High School standout Keagen Jirschele’s college team won in NCAA Division I baseball game on Friday, April 25

The game took place at Erv Huether Field.

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Which former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 29?

These former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, April 29.

UW-Stevens Point dedicates chemistry biology building in honor of alumni couple

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is set to honor an alumni couple with the dedication of the Chemistry Biology Building.

Pacelli Catholic High School standout Hannah Trzinski’s college team lost in NCAA Division II softball game on Thursday, April 24

The Minnesota Crookston Golden Eagles lost 4-3 in their NCAA Division II softball game against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks on Thursday, April 24.

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Which former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, April 28?

These former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, April 28.

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Which former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, April 28?

These former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, April 28.

Rep. Callahan authors Wisconsin Assembly bill banning certain food additives in school meals

By B. B. Hubbard | Apr 24, 2025

State Rep. Calvin T. Callahan authored a bill in the Wisconsin Assembly to restrict specific food additives in school lunch programs.

Mid-State Technical College opens new Jail Officer Academy program

Mid-State Technical College has introduced a Jail Officer Academy program, intended to prepare students for roles as corrections officers in county jails.

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point honors faculty and staff with awards

Outstanding faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point have been recognized for their contributions in the 2024-25 academic year through various awards.

Wednesday, April 23: Stratford Junior Senior High School standout Brady Schmidt’s college team loses to Northwestern - St. Paul Eagles

The Bethel Royals lost 3-2 in their NCAA Division III baseball game against the Northwestern - St. Paul Eagles on Wednesday, April 23.

On Wednesday, April 23, former Mosinee High School standout Keagen Jirschele’s college team lost in an NCAA Division I baseball game

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits lost 12-2 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Creighton Bluejays on Wednesday, April 23.

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Which former Central Wisconsin News area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, April 27?