Announcements

The driving loop at Wildwood Park & Zoo will be closed today to allow zoo staff to complete important animal care activities. The temporary closure ensures the health, safety, and well-being of the zoo’s animals while keepers perform routine care and maintenance within the drive-through exhibit areas. Zoo staff anticipate reopening the driving loop tomorrow, weather and animal care activities permitting. Visitors are encouraged to check the latest updates on the Wildwood Park & Zoo Facebook pageOpens in new window and the City of Marshfield Wildwood Park & Zoo webpageOpens in new window before planning their visit. Wildwood Park & Zoo appreciates the public’s patience and understanding as staff work to provide the highest level of care for the animals.

Marshfield Utilities Water Department will close S. Peach Avenue between the intersections of 4th Street and 10th Street beginning the morning of Monday, June 22, 2026, to complete water service replacement work in the project area.

During the closure, both northbound and southbound traffic on S. Peach Avenue will be detoured via E. 4th Street, S. Central Avenue, and 14th Street. The roadway will remain closed to through traffic through Thursday, July 23, 2026, weather permitting.

Local access to residences and businesses will be maintained whenever possible; however, motorists should expect periodic access limitations and delays while construction activities are underway. All agencies, businesses, delivery services, school transportation providers, emergency responders, and other service organizations operating in or near the closure area are encouraged to plan accordingly and adjust routes as needed during the construction period.