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Marshfield Common Council to Consider Upcoming Agenda Items, 2027 Budget Public Hearing Scheduled

MARSHFIELD, WI — November 5, 2026 — The City of Marshfield is providing residents with information about several items scheduled for consideration at the N…

Nov 5, 2026

Marshfield Voters Reminded of Absentee Voting Hours, Upcoming Election Deadlines

By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! MARSHFIELD — With the November 3 general election approaching, Marshfield voters have until Friday, October 30, to cas…

Oct 26, 2026

Marshfield council to review budget, downtown redevelopment and Facebook broadcasts

MARSHFIELD — Continued work on the city’s 2027 budget, a proposed extension of downtown redevelopment negotiations and a discussion about broadcasting coun…

Oct 23, 2026

Marshfield council weighs spending cuts, insurance costs in 2027 budget review

MARSHFIELD — Rising employee insurance costs, maintenance needs and a remaining $55,000 budget gap dominated discussion as the Marshfield Common Council co…

Oct 21, 2026

Marshfield Board of Public Works backs road classification changes, street right-of-way dedications

MARSHFIELD — Marshfield’s Board of Public Works approved proposed updates to the area’s road classification map Oct. 20, advancing changes that reflect tra…

Oct 21, 2026

Marshfield Plan Commission reviews road classifications, future street space

MARSHFIELD — Proposed changes to Marshfield-area road classifications prompted discussion about transportation funding and how much land the city should re…

Oct 21, 2026

Marshfield Parks Committee Approves Little Art Gallery, Explores Graffiti Wall and Park Vending

MARSHFIELD — A free little art gallery at Wildwood Park and Zoo is moving forward, while proposals for a community graffiti wall and vending machines in ci…

Oct 15, 2026

Marshfield begins 2027 budget review with $50,000 gap remaining

By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! MARSHFIELD — City officials have reduced an initial $1 million shortfall in Marshfield’s proposed 2027 budget to appro…

Oct 14, 2026

Marshfield Council to Begin Budget Review, Consider Housing Redevelopment and Camping Ordinance

MARSHFIELD — The Marshfield Common Council will begin its fall budget review Tuesday, Oct. 13, with an evening that also includes discussion of affordable …

Oct 8, 2026

Alanna Feddick outlines approach to municipal judge role on “Get to Know”

MARSHFIELD — Municipal judge candidate Alanna Feddick discussed her legal experience, public service and approach to fairness in the courtroom during a rec…

Oct 6, 2026

Krista James Discusses Municipal Judge Candidacy on “Get to Know”

MARSHFIELD — Krista James, who has served as interim municipal judge since February, discussed her legal background, approach to handling cases and priorit…

Oct 6, 2026

Wisconsin Governor Candidate Jamie Jo Carothers Discusses Priorities on “Get to Know”

By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! MARSHFIELD — Improving Wisconsin residents’ quality of life, reviewing state spending and strengthening communication …

Oct 5, 2026

Get Ready for the November 3 Election

With the November 3 election approaching, now is a good time to make sure you are prepared to vote. Over the coming weeks, the City of Marshfield will shar…

Sep 30, 2026

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