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The WXCO Daily News Roundup has your state and local news, weather, and sports for Wausau, delivered as a podcast every weekday at 9 a.m. Stay on top of your local news and tune in to your community! For more news and information, visit wxco.fm.
Episodes
WXCO NewsWausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Friday, December 19
As 2025 wraps up, the podcast dives into winter’s icy grip and the overuse of road salt, featuring insights from Carol Lukens of the Wausau Sustainability…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Thursday, December 18
In this festive episode, Chad Holmes and Ian Welsh chat with Sean Wright, the dapper Executive Director of the Grand Theater, about the whirlwind of holiday…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Wednesday, December 17
Fred Clark, a Democrat vying for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District, dives into the heart of rural America’s challenges. With Tom Tiffany vacating the seat…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Tuesday, December 16
Meet Lee Clermont, co-founder of Whimsy and Wonder Toys, a fresh face in downtown Wausau focused on eco-friendly, sustainable toys that spark creativity in…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Monday, December 15
Get ready for a festive season with WXCO’s holiday giveaway, featuring local businesses like Return2Health Massage Therapy. Dive into the world of therapeutic…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Friday, December 12
On a frigid December morning in Wisconsin, Chad Holmes dives into the latest on local weather—brace yourself for single-digit temperatures and a cold weather…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Thursday, December 11
As temperatures drop to bone-chilling lows in Wausau, political tension heats up with Marathon County Democratic Party Chair Nancy Stencil discussing local…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Wednesday, December 10
Anne Amosie of Lunar Light Awakening shares her transformative journey from environmental science to metaphysical healing. After battling anxiety and…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Tuesday, December 9
Brace yourself for a snowy Tuesday in Wausau as a winter storm warning looms, threatening to dump up to seven inches of wet, heavy snow. Marathon County and…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Monday, December 8
et ready to jingle all the way with WXCO’s holiday giveaway, teaming up with 17 local businesses to spread festive cheer. Today we awarded a gift card to a…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Friday, December 5
Dive into the vibrant Hmong community of Central Wisconsin as Stephanie Chang, board member of the Central Wisconsin Hmong Professionals, highlights their…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Thursday, December 4
The Grand Theater in Wausau is abuzz with holiday cheer and exciting transformations. Executive Director Sean Wright shares nostalgic tales of the theater’s…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Wednesday, December 3
Chad Holmes and Ian Welsh kick off the WXCO morning report with a chilly weather forecast and a flurry of upcoming holiday contests offering cash and local…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Tuesday, December 2
Miss Marathon County, Alicia Hoffmann, champions community service with a focus on aiding local nonprofits and animal shelters. Her latest project is a festive…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Monday, December 1
Chad Holmes kicks off December with a chilly forecast and hot topics, featuring Nancy Stencil from the Marathon County Democratic Party. They delve into local…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Friday, November 28
It’s a brisk Black Friday in Wausau, filled with post-Thanksgiving reflections and sports chatter. We are joined by Paul Michlig to discuss the Green Bay…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Wednesday, November 26
WXCO dives into the vibrant world of youth theater with the Central Wisconsin Children’s Theater’s production of Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Junior, coming…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Tuesday, November 25
The Wausau Conservatory of Music is buzzing with talent as local students gear up for the Winter Wonderland Cabaret. This annual event showcases the impressive…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Monday, November 24
Chad Holmes dives into the rich historical tapestry of Wausau with Christine and Carl Martens, leaders of Friends of Marathon County Historic Landmarks. As…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Friday, November 21
We are joined by Paul Michlig for a preview of the weekend sports, focusing on the Green Bay Packers’ crucial game against the Vikings, and the Wisconsin…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Thursday, November 20
Sean Wright, Executive Director of the Grand Theater in Wausau, shares thrilling stories about recent shows, including the miraculous recovery of Grammy…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Wednesday, November 19
Step into Bikini Bottom with the talented students of DC Everest Senior High School as they bring SpongeBob the Musical to life. Cast members Jackson Perdue…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Tuesday, November 18
The episode kicks off with Quinn Suchon from the Marathon County Literacy Council (https://mclitofwausau.org) discussing the ‘Letters to Santa’ project, a…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Monday, November 17
Chad is back from a vacation and we talk about the trip to Chicago to see the Broadcast Museum and also catch a hockey game at the United Center. Plus a…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Friday, November 14
Today we bring back a recent discussion with Cheryl Martino from NAMI Northwoods, delving into mental health advocacy and resources in Central Wisconsin. NAMI…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Thursday, November 13
Wausau West High School’s theater production of ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ is set to open tonight and dazzle audiences with its comedic twist on ‘The Princess and…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Wednesday, November 12
Today we are joined by Rob Hughes, a teacher from the Wausau School District, shares his inspiring journey with Wausau Area Food for Hope, a grassroots charity…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Tuesday, November 11
Today we talk with Brad Hanson, a seasoned communication specialist and former WAOW news director, delves into his career journey from Dubuque, Iowa, to…
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Wausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Monday, November 10
Chad Holmes and Ian Welsh kick off the week with a focus on local high school sports and community events. The episode features a deep dive into the athletic…