Veteran reflects on Air Force intelligence role, life of service and discipline
MARSHFIELD, Wis. — For Harry Nienaber, memories of his time in the U.S. Air Force remain vivid, even decades after his service ended. Nienaber, now 84, gre…
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Local Library to Temporarily Close April 13–15 for System Upgrade
The local library will be closed from April 13 through April 15 as it undergoes a significant technology upgrade in partnership with the South Central Libr…
Proposed bill targets cryptocurrency scams; sheriff highlights safety, remembrance and community efforts
By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! Wood County, Wis. — A bipartisan bill aimed at curbing cryptocurrency-related scams is advancing in the Wisconsin Legi…
City of Marshfield Declares Additional Snow Emergency
The City of Marshfield has declared an additional snow emergency beginning 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2026, and continuing through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday,…
UW–Stevens Point Campuses Closed Monday Due to Extreme Snowfall
By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! Marshfield, WI — The University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point has announced that all three of its campuses will be closed…
City of Marshfield Advises Against Travel Due to Dangerous Road Conditions
Roads within the City of Marshfield should be considered impassable due to rapidly deteriorating weather conditions. The City of Marshfield Street Division…
City of Marshfield Announces Facility Closures Due to Winter Storm
Marshfield, WI — Due to a major winter storm expected to impact the area, the City of Marshfield has announced that several city facilities will be closed …
Snow Emergency Declared for City of Marshfield
A snow emergency for the City of Marshfield will be in effect beginning 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026, and continuing through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, …
Marshfield community concert series launches at The Vault
By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! MARSHFIELD — A new community-focused concert series is bringing live music and local talent to downtown Marshfield, wi…
Hillside Cemetery Sets April 1 Deadline for Removal of Winter Decorations
MARSHFIELD, Wis. (March 10, 2026) — All winter decorations, containers and other adornments at Hillside Cemetery must be removed by April 1 as part of the …
Special Olympics, Marshfield police to play in 10th annual fundraiser March 20
By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! MARSHFIELD, Wis. — The Marshfield Area Special Olympics and the Marshfield Police Department will meet on the basketba…
Marshfield’s McKiski returns to BCAW state after 2025 runner-up finish
By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Marshfield senior Devin McKiski is headed back to the BCAW High School Bowling Club state tournamen…
Men’s group founder builds connection, support through League of Mavericks
WAUSAU, Wis. — Chris Draper says he started the League of Mavericks after noticing a problem many men talk about but rarely address: isolation. Draper, 42,…