🌱 Which Wisconsin Rapids parks and paths are closing as river levels rise?
Hi Wisconsin Rapids! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Which Wisconsin Rapids parks and paths are closing as river levels rise?
- Which Wood County communities still have silent storm sirens today?
- What WRPS’s $3.8 million-a-year referendum means for local schools
Also on today's calendar: Live Music at Grand Avenue Tavern and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: A severe p.m. t-storm; warm, with a high of 76 and low of 32 degrees.
- Saturday: Cloudy, windy and chilly, temps: high: 43, low: 25.
- Sunday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 47 and low of 25 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Wisconsin River running over banks in Wisconsin Rapids (civicmedia.us) — Flooding along the Wisconsin River is closing parks and riverfront trails across Wisconsin Rapids, and city officials warn nearby properties and basements may be at risk as water levels stay high. Mayor Matt Zacher explains how upstream rain and dam operations funnel extra water into local parks, while state consumer officials caution residents to avoid storm-repair scams by sticking with trusted, established contractors. 
• Weather warning sirens are not working in some Wood County communities (wausaudailyherald.com) — If you’re in Wisconsin Rapids, your outdoor warning sirens are working, but several nearby Wood County communities still have sirens down as crews troubleshoot the problem. After flooding along the Wisconsin River and a flood watch for the area, officials urge residents to rely on multiple alert sources and consider signing up for Everbridge and county weather notifications.
• Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools voters approve April 2026 Operational Referendum (wrcitytimes.com) — Voters in the Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools district have narrowly approved a five-year operational referendum, providing $3.8 million annually to sustain existing programs and services. The funding will support classroom instruction, staffing, transportation, and building operations, helping WRPS manage ongoing financial pressures while maintaining current educational offerings for local students.
📸 Around Wisconsin Rapids
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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CWSCC Autocross – Wisconsin Rapids – 4/19/2026
Golden Sands Speedway, 10992 WI-54, Wisconsin Rapids
12:00 pm
Sunday April 19
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Other local events
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Grant School - Run/Walk Club / Grades 4th & 5th
Grant Elementary , 8511 County Rd WW , Wisconsin Rapids
3:45 pm -
Grant School - Field Trip / 5th Grade to Stevens Point
University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, Blocher Planetarium , 2001 Fourth Ave , Stevens Point
9:00 am -
Grant School - Run/Walk Club / Grades 4th & 5th
Grant Elementary , 8511 County Rd WW , Wisconsin Rapids
3:45 pm -
Live Music at Grand Avenue Tavern
Grand Avenue Tavern By Hotel Mead , 451 E Grand Ave , Wisconsin Rapids
7:00 pm -
Wisconsin Rapids Choir Rehearsal
Olio Arts & Music Center , 2651 8th St S , Wisconsin Rapids
6:30 pm -
"Father of the Bride" - Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre
Wisconsin Rapids Comm Theatre , 220 3rd Ave S #6 , Wisconsin Rapids
7:00 pm -
Wisconsin Rapids Choir Rehearsal
Olio Arts & Music Center , 2651 8th St S , Wisconsin Rapids
6:30 pm
Monday April 20
Wednesday April 22
Friday April 24
Tuesday April 28
Thursday April 30
Tuesday May 5
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Packers Tailgate Tour — Hannah Center Inc.
Rooted In Red , 1060 Center St , Wisconsin Rapids
5:00 pm -
Grant School - Run/Walk Club / Grades 4th & 5th
Grant Elementary , 8511 County Rd WW , Wisconsin Rapids
3:45 pm -
Grant School - Field Trip / 5th Grade to Stevens Point
University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, Blocher Planetarium , 2001 Fourth Ave , Stevens Point
9:00 am -
DJ Bingo @ Hoozels at the Lakes — Visit Rome, WI
Hoozels at The Lakes , 1497 Alpine Dr , Nekoosa
8:30 pm
Friday April 17
Monday April 20
Wednesday April 22
Friday April 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Walmart, Inc. posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Wisconsin Rapids. Apply here.
- Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Cook in Wisconsin Rapids. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wisconsin Rapids here.
🗞 Nearby News
Plover
- Plover VFW to host final breakfast fundraiser of the season (spmetrowire.com)
- SPASH blanks Wausau East in rain-shortened win (spmetrowire.com)
- Big Daddy Weave Announces 'Let It Begin Tour' 2026, Bringing Message of Healing and Hope Across the U.S. (jubileecast.com)
Stevens Point
- Stevens Point monitoring flooded areas with more rain coming Friday (waow.com)
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: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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