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F.J. Thrun Part III: A fortune from nowhere

Continued from previous week A telegram was sent to Thrun’s wife, who had taken the children to Neenah to visit friends and family. “Mrs. Thrun returned home… and to …

Beyond the meal: Silver Sparks offers comfort for holiday isolation

Since the holiday season of 2020, the Marshfield Medical Center Home-Delivered Meals program has been delivering Christmas bags to its recipients through an effort known as “Silver Sparks.”

New writers group offers Marshfield community a creative haven

A new group at the Chestnut Center for the Arts is giving the local community a place to share their creativity and connect with others who enjoy writing.

Versiti Blood Center doubles down on donors

Marshfield’s Versiti Blood Center is doubling down on their donation space in an effort to fill a local need.

F.J. Thrun Part II: Death in flames

Continued from previous week “Met Death in the Flames,” The Marshfield News and Wisconsin Hub headline read just days after Halloween in 1892. The story recounts the mysterious …

United Way plans summer fundraiser to help support community programs

Marshfield Area United Way Executive Director Ashley Winch said that the organization is considering a new fundraiser this summer to help support local programming.

Two injured in Wood County accident

On Monday, Nov. 3, shortly after 2 p.m. the Wood County Dispatch Center received a call of a truck vs. train crash on Mayflower Road.

The Marshfield Clinic region of Sanford Health and Security Health Plan recently announced a $150,000 funding initiative aimed at “supporting innovative, community-driven projects that address food insecurity and promote healthier lives across Wisconsin and Michigan's upper peninsula.”

Rapids police identify victims in ongoing investigation

The Wisconsin Rapids Police Department continues its investigation into two deaths that occurred on Oct. 31 in that city.

Forte Opening Solutions restructures

Forte Opening Solutions recently announced a new business structure that they say is designed to “strengthen its customer-centric strategy, drive operational agility and enhance accountability across its operations in the U.S. and Canada.”

Rapids police investigating two homicides

The Wisconsin Rapids Police Department is investigating the homicides of two men in the city of Wisconsin Rapids.

Wood County Crime Stoppers works to strengthen public safety

Wood County Crime Stoppers (WCCS) aims to strengthen public safety by empowering residents to report crimes or suspicious behavior anonymously through multiple channels, including a new 222 Tips hotline.

Marshfield Council approves Weinbrenner RFQ selection team

During its Oct. 28 meeting, the Marshfield Common Council approved the request for qualifications (RFQ) selection team for the Weinbrenner redevelopment project, with one seat remaining to be filled.

I State Truck Center project gets plan commission approval

During its Oct. 27 meeting, the Marshfield Plan Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit (CUP) that will allow I State Truck Center to continue construction on a complex on Marshfield’s southeast side.

Breaking down barriers: Downtown leaders, owners address challenges

An Oct. 23 Town Hall gathered Marshfield downtown business owners and local leaders in a forum coordinated by Main Street Marshfield, held at the Chestnut Center in Marshfield.

When fortune turns: The strange tale of F.J. Thrun

SPENCER — The best Halloween stories include relatable characters, an eerie setting and a mystery that keeps readers guessing about what’s really happening and why. The story may …

Marshfield congregation produces back-to-back leaders for Wausau LDS Stake

Clint McKee has been appointed as the new president of the Wausau Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, succeeding Jacob Lonsdale, who had served since 2016.

Marshfield HPC looks to give former church historic designation

During its Oct. 21 meeting, the Marshfield Plan Commission unanimously approved a request by the Historic Preservation Commision (HPC) to grant a former Marshfield church structure historic designation.

Safe space for youth: Marshfield Boys & Girls Club building momentum

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield continues to expand through programming and fundraising efforts as it works toward establishing a permanent youth center in the city.

Dates have now opened for family and friends to celebrate the sacrifice and service of local veterans through The Highground Veterans Memorial Park Honor Stone program.

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