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Marshfield Fire Department Responds to Fire at Forte Opening Solutions
The Marshfield Fire Department responded to a fire at Forte Opening Solutions. On Sunday, May 11th, at 9:25am, the Marshfield Fire Department responded to Forte Opening Solutions at 1401 E. 4th St. in Marshfield for multiple explosions and 30-foot flames coming from the building. Marshfield Fire initially responded wit...
23h ago

Marshfield Area United Way's Community Baby Shower Begins Today
Marshfield Area United Way is holding their Community Baby Shower starting today and running through May 30th. I spoke with Sarah Chy, Resource and Development Director with Marshfield Area United Way, and explained the Community Baby Shower, where items can be dropped off, items that can be donated, and more. Again, t...
17h ago
Wood County Child Care Task Force's Child Care Capacity Building Grants
In a unanimous vote of the Wood County Board of Supervisors, $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds were approved to support child care. The Wood County Child Care Task Force has been working on this initiative for the past two years thanks to a Dream Up strategic planning grant received by Wood County Healt...
17h ago

Marshfield Clinic Region of Sanford Health and Security Health Plan Accepting Applications for b.e.s.t. Screenings
Marshfield Clinic region of Sanford Health and Security Health Plan are now accepting applications from eligible school districts to implement b.e.s.t.® Universal Screening in the 2025-26 school year. b.e.s.t. is an innovative online screening tool designed to assist educators in fostering the emotional health of s...
18h ago

Wood County Health Department Holding Car Seat Checks this Summer; First is Next Tuesday
The Wood County Health Department is holding Car Seat Checks throughout the summer months. Everyone is welcome to this free check, but you should call 715-421-8911 for an appointment. Individuals who qualify for reduced-cost car seats must attend a regularly scheduled car seat check event to receive their education and...
18h ago