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Mayor Proclaims August as National Breastfeeding Month in Wisconsin Rapids
Wisconsin Rapids, WI - Mayor Matt Zacher officially proclaims the month of August as National Breastfeeding Month in Wisconsin Rapids, recognizing the vital role breastfeeding plays in the health and well-being of children, mothers, and families across the community. The proclamation underscores the city's commitment to supporting and promoting breastfeeding- friendly policies, increasing access to breastfeeding education, and reducing stigma surrounding breastfeeding in public and in the workplace. It
Families gather for fifth annual Mid-State, Rafters community event
Mid-State Technical College and the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters welcomed families to the College's Wisconsin Rapids Campus this week for the fifth annual Rafters Meet-and-Greet and Cuts 4 Kids event. The community tradition combined player meet-and-greets with free haircuts to help students get ready for the new school year. Nearly 120 haircuts were provided to local children, as well as Rafters players and staff. Families enjoyed a variety of interactive activities throughout the event, collecting autographs
Volunteering Time & Talents on Juneteenth
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. In observance of the federal holiday, Prevail Bank offices were closed, but employees remained actively engaged in their communities, volunteering their time, talents, and expertise with local organizations. Marking the fourth consecutive year of participation, 110 employees volunteered at 18 locations statewide during Prevail’s Juneteenth Day of Service on June 19. Together with volunteer efforts from January through April 2026, employees
BRAT FRY - American Legion Post 9 Grill Masters!
A Brat Fry will be hosted by American Legion Post 9 members on 15 August 2026, in front of the Quality Foods grocery store located at 1811 Baker Dr., Wisconsin Rapids, WI. 54494. Sale time will run starting at 9am - 2am (or the brats sell out). Sodas and water will also be available.
