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Nexus campaign launch brings community together for future of public safety

Story submitted by Mid State Technical College STEVENS POINT, Wis. – Community leaders, public safety professionals, business and industry partners and sup…

Oct 5, 2026

Mid-State launches campaign for Nexus Public Safety Center

STEVENS POINT, Wis. – Mid-State Technical College, in partnership with the City of Stevens Point and public safety agencies throughout central Wisconsin, h…

Sep 30, 2026

Wildwood Park & Zoo Welcomes Two Long-Awaited Cougar Cubs

MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Wildwood Park & Zoo has welcomed two new cougar cubs, an unrelated young male and a young female, who will become the newest animal amba…

Sep 29, 2026

Your Health Matters Discusses Mental Health During and After Pregnancy

By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! The emotional changes that come with pregnancy and a new baby are the focus of a new episode of Your Health Matters wi…

Sep 25, 2026

Mid-State expands career pathways with three new programs

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. – Mid-State Technical College is expanding its career-focused education with three new programs designed to prepare students for eme…

Sep 22, 2026

Marshfield Recognizes National Stormwater Awareness Week

By David Murchland - Marshfield Now! MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Wisconsin Stormwater Awareness Week is being observed Sept. 19–27, 2026. The City of Marshfield is …

Sep 21, 2026

Mid-State Technical College to Receive $5 Million Manufacturing Grant

Mid-State Technical College will receive a $5 million federal grant to expand free manufacturing training and technical assistance for employers throughout…

Sep 21, 2026

Mid-State Offers Mid-Term Fall Start and Continuing Education Options

MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Students who missed the traditional August start of the college semester still have an opportunity to begin classes this fall at Mid-Sta…

Sep 16, 2026

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