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The Red Cross is asking for your help to prevent a blood shortage.

Former workers rebound after mill closure

About six years ago, the Domtar paper mill in Port Edwards shut its doors, leaving more than 500 people without jobs, but a recent report says those workers are bouncing back.

Man injured by hay bale in rural Marathon County

A man was injured Tuesday night by a hay bale in rural Marathon County, according to the Marathon County Sheriff's Department.

Former Wausau area school to be demolished

Plans to tear down an old school for a new business are moving forward.

Health officials provide tips to avoid heat stroke

Health officials have some safety tips to prevent heat stroke with the warmer temperatures.

Wisconsin Rapids police bring awareness to dangers of leaving children in hot cars

Summer is in full swing, and central Wisconsin is feeling the heat. That hot sun can make cars a hot spot.

Two hospitalized after near-drowning in Vilas Co.

EAGLE RIVER (WAOW) – Two people, including an eight-year-old boy, were hospitalized and three others escaped harm in a near-drowning incident Tuesday on a northern Wisconsin lake, the Vilas County Sheriff's Department said.

Merrill police report a rash of car break-ins

WAUSAU (WAOW) - Merrill police report a rash of car break-ins has occurred in the city.

A deal is in the works to save the Cedar Creek Mall

A deal is in the works that could save the Cedar Creek Mall. The Rothschild Village President confirms to Newsline 9 a new owner is expected to take over the mall Wednesday.

Rhinelander college gets $1.9 million state grant

RHINELANDER (WAOW) - Nicolet Area Technical College was awarded $1.9 million in state grants Tuesday to train up to 303 students for in-demand jobs, such as welding and nursing assistants.

Police: Teen with gun at store sought quick attention

WESTON (WAOW) – A teenager who carried a gun into a convenience and asked workers to call police was seeking attention about troubles in his life and fortunately never raised the barrel of the gun as officers surrounded the building, an investigator said Tuesday.

One-time "Woman of the Year" convicted of theft

EAGLE RIVER (WAOW) - A woman who just months ago was honored as Eagle River's woman of the year has been convicted of stealing about $16,000 from a civic group that raises money to benefit children in need, according to online court records.

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Red Cross in need of blood donations
Red Cross in need of blood donations
The Red Cross is asking for your help to prevent a blood shortage.More >>
The Red Cross is asking for your help to prevent a blood shortage.More >>
Former workers rebound after mill closure
Former workers rebound after mill closure
About six years ago, the Domtar paper mill in Port Edwards shut its doors, leaving more than 500 people without jobs, but a recent report says those workers are bouncing back.More >>
About six years ago, the Domtar paper mill in Port Edwards shut its doors, leaving more than 500 people without jobs, but a recent report says those workers are bouncing back.More >>
Man injured by hay bale in rural Marathon County
Man injured by hay bale in rural Marathon County
A man was injured Tuesday night by a hay bale in rural Marathon County, according to the Marathon County Sheriff's Department.More >>
A man was injured Tuesday night by a hay bale in rural Marathon County, according to the Marathon County Sheriff's Department.More >>
Former Wausau area school to be demolished
Former Wausau area school to be demolished
Plans to tear down an old school for a new business are moving forward.More >>
Plans to tear down an old school for a new business are moving forward.More >>
Health officials provide tips to avoid heat stroke
Health officials provide tips to avoid heat stroke
Health officials have some safety tips to prevent heat stroke with the warmer temperatures.More >>
Health officials have some safety tips to prevent heat stroke with the warmer temperatures.More >>

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Sleepless nights after divorce may be tied to blood pressure rise
Sleepless nights after divorce may be tied to blood pressure rise
People who suffer long-term sleep problems after a divorce are at risk for a rise in blood pressure, a new study suggests.More >>
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Injuries on the increase in high school lacrosse
Injuries on the increase in high school lacrosse
High school lacrosse players are facing an increasing number of injuries during practices as well as games, a new study finds.More >>
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Many obese U.S. kids think they're thinner than they are
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2 courts, 2 different decisions on key Obamacare provision
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Parents of children with autism need help, too
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Blood test might help predict survival with Lou Gehrig's disease
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MERS virus found in air in camel barn
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Many young adults misinformed about hookahs' harms
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Scientists discover new way to make human platelets
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Animal experiments shed light on HIV's ability to hide
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Selling your ride? Used cars to remain valuable through 2014
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