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From the Wisconsin Rapids local newsroom, I'm Alyssa K. A 59-year-old Hewittman was injured
last week in a reported syrup-shack explosion. The Marathon County Sheriff's Office responded
around 4 p.m. on Thursday to the location on County Line Road in the town of Hewitt. They found
the 59-year-old man suffering from burn injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. However, the Sheriff's Office included a note
in the press release reminding the public that propane leaks in sheds, garages, barns,
and other outbuildings can become dangerous if gas accumulates and is ignited.
Iron systems should be installed and serviced by qualified professionals and inspected regularly
for damage.
Warming temperatures are affecting ice thickness on Wisconsin bodies of water. The DNR is reminding
people to keep safety top of mind when enjoying the outdoors. Lake ice becomes more unreliable
and dangerous as temperatures fluctuate between above and below freezing. DNR Lieutenant
Jacob Holsclaw said ice thickness can change very fast. When out on the ice, carry a cell
phone and let people know where you're going and when you'll return. You can find a full
list of ice safety tips on the DNR website.
Midstate Technical College will sign an agreement this week to establish one of Wisconsin's
first three-year bachelor's pathways. The agreement between Midstate and Yavapai College
will be signed on March 10th at noon. This transfer agreement will allow Midstate
students who complete the University Transfer Associative Arts degree to complete another
32 credits in one academic year at Yavapai College. This will earn them a bachelor of applied
science and business. This partnership will provide students with a structured, efficient
and affordable route from associate to bachelor's degree completion.
Local news at the top and bottom of every hour throughout the day or on demand any time
at WFHR.com and WIRI.FM. From the Wisconsin Rapids Local Newsroom, I'm Melissa K.
Civic Media News, I'm Stuart A. Lottles. After 30 years on the bench, State Supreme Court
Justice Annette Ziegler says she won't run for re-election in 2027. Ziegler called serving
as a judge and justice the honor of her lifetime and is thanking voters for their support
over the years. In her statement, she says it's time to spend more time with her family,
but she does plan to finish her current term. Ziegler was first elected to the court in
207 and later served twice as Chief Justice. The current State Supreme Court race features
appeals court judges Chris Taylor and Maria Lazar running for an open seat in next month's
election. Amtrak hopes they have trains running to Madison by the end of the decade.
Stase Keen has more news. According to the Wisconsin State Journal,
the plan would extend two daily high-awakah trains from Chicago and Milwaukee to the capital
was served as possibly starting in 2029. Amtrak says those rides are expected to be popular
and could begin at a temporary station while a permanent side is built. And what could
be considered a related story, Wisconsin is falling behind when it comes to the best
states to drive in. Finance website WalletHub recently ranked every state based on concerns
of the road, including traffic, road conditions, and more. The Badger State was ranked 32nd
overall and received its highest ranking and came in at number 22 in the traffic and
infrastructure categories. Geneva Lake is being monitored, firm in newer contamination
in Walworth County. Officials with the Department of Natural Resources say weekend rainfall
and marijuana farms drain manure from its property into a tributary which then entered
into the lake. People in Wisconsin with chronic illnesses might get Dr. recommended meals delivered
if the state is able to land a key federal grant. Governor Tony Evers in the Department
of Health Services submitted their food as medicine application. The program provides
medically tailored meals, groceries, and even certain prescriptions for people with
health conditions like heart disease or diabetes.
More news is available at civicmedia.us
To be ready, returning from an ankle injury, NBA, the Bucks beat the Pacers, 134-123 at
snapped a 4-game losing streak. NFL, Rashid Walker, signed a 1-year contract with
a Carolina Panthers worth $10 million. I spoke to Walker, who is green-based starting
left tackle the past three seasons.
Well, one I would like to just say thank you to the organization for giving me a chance,
you know, coming, getting dropped in the seventh round, and then coming in turning to
a starting left tackle in that field was just a lesson from God. I really enjoyed my
time here. Took pride in protecting Jordan Love or whoever was in the backfield plan
quarterback. Made a lot of agree on the relationship with a lot of guys. It just been a good time
for me.
That's offensive tackle, Rashid Walker with sports on Mike Clemens.
I'm meteorologist Brandon Bourmans. Periods of snow and blowing snow to continue today
with Blizzard conditions. Snow to gradually taper after in the afternoon. Temperatures
holding steady in the upper teens. For tonight, partly cloudy lows near zero, winchills
below zero.