Post Council Update 3 12 2026

Post Council Update 3 12 2026

At the Vault Sessions — A new community concert series brings live music to downtown Marshfield’s Vault building. Organizer Jose Ortiz shares how the project highlights local songwriters, invites community involvement and creates a welcoming space for aud

Council Preview March 6th 2026

Chestnut Update March 3rd 2026

Marshfield business development director Sierra Starner-Heffron discusses her first year supporting local businesses, focusing on retention, growth planning and community connections.

United We Can event

This episode of Your Health Matters on Marshfield Now! explores palliative care, hospice care, and the importance of advanced directives, with Marshfield Clinic experts sharing how planning ahead can help honor your wishes and support families through dif

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Post Council Update for Feb 25, 2026

In this episode of Get to Know, viewers learn more about Lois TeStrake, the current Marshfield mayor who is running for reelection. The interview focuses on TeStrake’s background, leadership approach and priorities for the city, including roads, housing,

Nick Poeschel, a retired law enforcement officer and former Marshfield City Council member, is running for mayor, saying residents want a change and more hands-on leadership. He cited city finances, staffing and infrastructure as top issues in an intervie

Natasha Tompkins discusses her bid for another term on the Marshfield Common Council, highlighting housing efforts and calling for new job growth in Marshfield. The interview is part of Marshfield Broadcasting’s Get to Know series.

Council Preview 2-19-2026

Marshfield school board candidate Brandon Taylor discusses his background, leadership experience and priorities, emphasizing transparency, fiscal responsibility and support for students and staff in the district.

Heroes from Home highlights the dedication of Marshfield-area veterans who continue to serve their fellow service members through honor guard duties and military funeral rites. The program features personal stories, reflections from community leaders, and

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield is partnering with Ross Dress for Less on a fundraising campaign through March 1 to support its Power Hour homework and tutoring program, with all local donations staying in the community.

Join host Laura Kibbel as she sits down with two outstanding Marshfield Clinic cardiologists, Dr. Shah and Dr. Wang, in honor of American Heart Month to discuss the life-saving work they do every day. From treating heart attacks and repairing heart val

Marshfield Now! spotlights one of the community’s most anticipated winter traditions — the Marshfield Cultural Fair. Hosts are joined by organizers from the UW–Stevens Point Marshfield campus and Marshfield Clinic Health System to discuss how the annual e

Council Preview is a public affairs program that offers viewers an advance look at upcoming City Council meetings, with discussion of agenda items, city projects and community events from local officials.

Marshfield School Board Forum - 2026

Marshfield School Board candidate Dominic Pernsteiner discusses his priorities for the district, including strengthening early education, improving support for students with learning challenges, promoting transparency, and using data to guide decisions in

In this episode of Get to Know, viewers learn more about Emily Nolan-Plutchak, incumbent judge for Wood County Circuit Court Branch III. The interview focuses on Nolan-Plutchak’s background, legal experience, values and approach to public service, offerin

Come From Away is a moving musical based on the true story of thousands of airline passengers stranded in Gander, Newfoundland, after 9/11—and the small town that welcomed them with extraordinary kindness.

This Get to Know program features an interview with Mark Borchardt, candidate for the Marshfield School Board, discussing his experience, community involvement, and perspectives on local education issues.

Council Preview 01 22 2026

Get to Know: Faith Meyers Faith Meyers, candidate for the Marshfield School Board, discusses her background, priorities, and views on school board governance, transparency, and community engagement in this episode of Get to Know.

Get to Know features an interview with Ben Will, a candidate for the Marshfield School Board, as he discusses his background, experience, and vision for public education in the Marshfield community.

County Connections is a local public affairs program hosted by David Ballerstein featuring conversations with county leaders on issues, services, and events impacting Wood County residents.

Hub City Times Presents sits down with Marshfield Clinic Sanford Health COO Bob Chaloner to discuss the Sanford partnership, recent upgrades and expansion plans, and major hiring needs across the health system.

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AARP Tax Aide will be back in Marshfield starting the first full week of February, offering free tax preparation by appointment at the Marshfield Senior Center (211 E. 2nd St.). Appointments are available Monday afternoons and Wednesday mornings. To sched

Get to Know: Fred Clark, a Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District, discusses his background, priorities, and views ahead of the 2026 election.

Get to Know: Elizabeth Gebert — Candidate for Wood County Circuit Court Judge Branch III discusses her background as a longtime prosecutor, her approach to fairness and discretion, and her connection to the Wood County community.

Marshfield Clinic pulmonary specialists Dr. Abdullah Al Twal and Jackie Pfeifer, NP join “Your Health Matters” to explain lung nodules, lung cancer risk factors like smoking and radon, who qualifies for low-dose CT screening, and how new robotic-assisted

This episode of Field to Fenceline honors the legacy of Wisconsin conservation leader George Meyer, shares important winter ice-safety and early snowmobile trail updates, and breaks down the latest federal push to delist the gray wolf. The show also takes

A new pediatric clinic is now open in Marshfield — and it’s built around a “direct care” model focused on time, access, and straightforward care for families. In this episode of Innovate Marshfield: The Coven Connection, Dr. Amy Falk introduces Revisio

Get an inside look at what’s coming to the Dec. 16 Marshfield Common Council meeting in this week’s Council Preview. City Administrator Steve Barg and Mayor Lois TeStrake walk through a full night of committee meetings, updates to city fees, progress on m

On this episode of County Connections, Wood County Sheriff Shawn Becker discusses winter weather safety, snowmobile season conditions, ice safety reminders, and the importance of staying on designated trails. The program also includes updates on new hires

Holiday scam warnings, Wisconsin deer harvest updates, ice safety tips, and a look at how road salt impacts waterways and drinking water, plus how to get involved in the Salt Watch program.

Get a preview of the December 9 Marshfield Common Council meeting as city leaders discuss proposed taxi hour changes, park upgrades, trail funding, infrastructure plans, city taxes and a new tourism agreement on this edition of Council Preview Program.

Al and Danielle Nystrom join Mayor Lois TeStrake on Coffee with the Mayor to celebrate 20 years of Rotary Winter Wonderland. Learn how volunteers, local businesses, and community partners turn a simple idea into a beloved holiday tradition that gives back

Al and Danielle Nystrom join Mayor Lois TeStrake on Coffee with the Mayor to celebrate 20 years of Rotary Winter Wonderland. Learn how volunteers, local businesses, and community partners turn a simple idea into a beloved holiday tradition that gives back

The annual Christmas Tree Lighting event was held at Wenzel Plaza in Marshfield on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025.

In this episode of Innovate Marshfield – The Coven Connection, host Marsha Bushman sits down with entrepreneur Shelley Downey, owner of Merle Norman Spa & Boutique, to explore her 16-year journey as a downtown Marshfield business leader. Shelley shares th

In this informative episode of Your Health Matters from Marshfield Clinic, host Laura Kibbel sits down with pediatric residents Dr. Parekh and Dr. Wilhelm to discuss the most common childhood illnesses seen during the winter months. From coughs, colds, RS

Main Street Christmas Parade - 2025

In this episode of Field to Fence Line on the Marshfield Now! Channel, Becky talks with Wisconsin DNR Deer Program Specialist Jeff Pritzl about what hunters need to know ahead of the nine-day gun deer hunt. They cover safety reminders, CWD testing, deer d

Post Council Update from the Common Council Meeting on November 11th 2025

On this episode of Your Health Matters from Marshfield Clinic, host Laura Kibbel sat down with three local experts — Dr. Joseph Edmund (Oncology), Dr. Anna Seydel (Breast Surgery), and Dr. Brad Morrow (Plastic Surgery) — to talk about what a breast cancer

Tom interviews Cancer Survivor Christina Zaleski and her team The Hakuna Ma Tatas.

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Tom spoke with Catholic Columbus Schools Director of Giving and Events Melissa Schmitt about the upcoming Alpine Holiday Event on November 14th and 15th, 2025.

Marshfield City Council’s recent meetings covered budget challenges, redevelopment of the historic Weinbrenner building, and the future of the city’s communications department. Council members also discussed utility funding options, a new city website, an

Innovative Marshfield – The Coven Connection is a new local series on Marshfield Now! that takes viewers inside The Vault and The Coven, Marshfield’s downtown community coworking and creative hub. In the premiere episode, host Marsha Bushman and guest

County Connections is a monthly Marshfield Now! program hosted by David Ballerstein with Sheriff Shawn Becker, offering viewers an inside look at the Wood County Sheriff’s Department through in-depth conversations on law enforcement initiatives, community

Marshfield Now! features an in-depth conversation with Canadian filmmaker Rick Smith, executive producer of the documentary Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics. The program explores how microplastics are entering our environment, food syste

In this episode of Hub City Times Presents, host Peggy Sue welcomes the leadership team from Shirley’s House of Hope — Executive Director Julie Cravillion, Development Director Tammy, and Development Associate Angie Lokes. Together, they share how the org

Host Tom Loucks sits down with Mayor Lois TeStrake and City Administrator Steve Barg to break down what’s on the October 14th agenda — including budget workshops, public safety updates, and major infrastructure projects.

In this episode of Coffee with the Mayor on Marshfield Now!, Mayor Lois TeStrake talks with Fire Chief Everett Mueller about Fire Prevention Month, lithium-ion battery safety, school outreach programs, firefighter training, and the importance of mental he

Episode 1 – Field to Fence Line Hosted by Beckie Gaskill, the debut episode covers fall outdoor safety tips for hunters and hikers, updates on Wisconsin’s agricultural road funding and avian flu concerns, reminders about farm equipment safety, and the im

Faith Lutheran Youth Director Kim Vrana reflects on over a decade of service, mission trips, and mentoring local youth as he prepares for retirement at the end of the month.