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Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Wisconsin Rapids! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Wisconsin Rapids entrepreneurs just landed new grant funding?
  • How a speeding stop became a high-speed chase into Wisconsin Rapids
  • Why an alleged Wisconsin Rapids ambulance theft now hinges on mental health

Also on today's calendar: Live Music at Anchor Bay and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What kind of shoes do frogs wear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Some sun, a strong t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Hot with a stray thunderstorm, temps: high: 96, low: 72.
  • Monday: A thunderstorm possible, with a high of 94 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 8 local entrepreneurs received $30K from new Heart Tank Grant program (wisconsinrapidstribune.com) — Local entrepreneurs in the Wisconsin Rapids area just received a $30,000 boost through the new Heart Tank Grant program, with individual awards between $2,500 and $5,000. Run by the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber and Community Incubator with state support, the initiative pairs training, mentoring, and funding to help launch or grow small businesses and strengthen the south Wood County economy.
   

2. Bond Set for Wisconsin Rapids Man Accused of OWI, Fleeing and Officer (wsau.com) — A 47-year-old Wisconsin Rapids man is being held on $75,000 cash bond after police say a speeding stop turned into a high-speed chase from Grand Rapids into Wisconsin Rapids, ending with a PIT maneuver and foot pursuit. He faces multiple charges, including alleged seventh-offense OWI and fleeing an officer, with potential prison time exceeding 18 years.
   

3. Feltz Pleads Not Guilty by Mental Disease or Defect in Stolen Ambulance Case (wsau.com) — A man accused of taking a working ambulance from Wisconsin Rapids to a muddy field near Pittsville has pleaded not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect. With a patient still inside during the chase, he now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, a court-ordered mental competency exam, and a next hearing set for August 27.
   

4. Plover woman charged after alleged drink tampering caught on video (wisconsinrapidstribune.com) — A Stevens Point man who sought treatment at hospitals in Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids led investigators to charge a Plover woman with allegedly tampering with his drinks using eye drops. Hidden camera footage reportedly showed her adding liquid to his beverages multiple times, and prosecutors say his unexplained health problems date back more than a year. She is being held on $100,000 cash bail.
   

5. Doyle, Huskies blank Badlands (duluthnewstribune.com) — Duluth Huskies pitchers combined for a five-hit shutout of the Badlands Big Sticks, one night after routing Wisconsin Rapids 30-10 in a doubleheader game highlighted by George McIntyre’s three home runs. Friday’s win featured strong starting pitching, late-inning offense, and another McIntyre homer as Duluth looks to build momentum in the second half.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Come and support your local VFW Post 2534 by eating at Culver's on 8th Street in Wisconsin Rapids!
    10% of all proceeds from both dine-in and drive-thru sales will help support the VFW's mission to support veterans and their families in the greater… (Nextdoor Lake Wazeecha)
  • I have a German shepherd/pug mix her name is Luna she is female not fixed , she is 2 years old , she loves kids, she’s very hyper and needs to roam , currently with the situation we are in with another dog in our home we have to ReHome Luna as
    it’s best for this situation, she’s a great family dog . It’s just not fair for her to have to be in a kennel majority of the day she is potty… (Nextdoor Wood County)
  • Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Janitorial Associate in Wisconsin Rapids. Apply here.
  • Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Wisconsin Rapids. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wisconsin Rapids here.

Ok Wisconsin Rapids! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Open-toad (Thank you Harold W. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Wisconsin Rapids

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.