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84-year-old man hurt while cutting down trees

GREENWOOD (WAOW) – An 84-year-old rural Greenwood man escaped serious injuries Monday when a tree he was cutting for firewood fell on him, the Clark County Sheriff's Department said.

Wood County woman killed by train

A Wood County woman has died after police say she walked into the path of a train.

Wisconsin Rapids hit by hail

An early morning storm left Wisconsin Rapids covered in hail.

"Guys Who Grill" barbecues for a cause

The grills were hot and the food was tasty during Sunday afternoon's 5th annual "Guys Who Grill" event.

Barnyard animals compete in costume contest

The Taylor County Fair wrapped up with some fashionable fun.

Taylor County Fair sees attendance boost

Taylor County Fair leaders say interest in the event increased this year.

Motorcycle ride benefits Boys and Girls Club in Wis. Rapids

Engines revved Sunday when a close-knit Wisconsin Rapids motorcycle community got together to do what they love for a cause.

Oneida County drowning victim identified

A man has died after rescuers responded to him struggling in the water in Oneida County, according to Minocqua Police Department officials.

Boy Scout helps people discard American flags

A central Wisconsin Boy Scout wants people to know what they should do with unwanted American flags.

Family on vacation loses RV in fire

Updated: Jul 26, 2014 10:34 PM

A father-son road trip ended abruptly Saturday when the pair's RV went up in flames.

Marathon County Crime Stoppers: Copper theft

Marathon County Crime Stoppers is asking for help to find the people responsible for stealing from a business in the Township of Cleveland near Stratford.

Woman dies after being hit by train in Taylor County

Taylor County Sheriff's officials say a 33-year-old woman was found dead after being hit by a train in the village of Gilman.

Bike trail bridges Northwoods communities

Communities in the Northwoods are a little bit more connected, thanks to bike paths.

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84-year-old man hurt while cutting down trees
84-year-old man hurt while cutting down trees
GREENWOOD (WAOW) – An 84-year-old rural Greenwood man escaped serious injuries Monday when a tree he was cutting for firewood fell on him, the Clark County Sheriff's Department said.More >>
GREENWOOD (WAOW) – An 84-year-old rural Greenwood man escaped serious injuries Monday when a tree he was cutting for firewood fell on him, the Clark County Sheriff's Department said.More >>
Wood County woman killed by train
Wood County woman killed by train
A Wood County woman has died after police say she walked into the path of a train.More >>
A Wood County woman has died after police say she walked into the path of a train.More >>
Wisconsin Rapids hit by hail
Wisconsin Rapids hit by hail
An early morning storm left Wisconsin Rapids covered in hail.More >>
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"Guys Who Grill" barbecues for a cause
"Guys Who Grill" barbecues for a cause
The grills were hot and the food was tasty during Sunday afternoon's 5th annual "Guys Who Grill" event.More >>
The grills were hot and the food was tasty during Sunday afternoon's 5th annual "Guys Who Grill" event.More >>
Barnyard animals compete in costume contest
Barnyard animals compete in costume contest
The Taylor County Fair wrapped up with some fashionable fun.More >>
The Taylor County Fair wrapped up with some fashionable fun.
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