Parents deciding whether to schedule a sports physical or an annual exam can often accomplish both in a single well-child visit.

According to Dr. Sarah Dennison, pediatrician with Aspirus Health, annual well-child visits include the health evaluation needed for sports participation while also providing a broader assessment of a child’s overall health.

An electronic device can be a lifesaver on a long car ride or during a restless wait at a restaurant.

For many families, that convenience can evolve into a familiar challenge — children wanting more screen time, leaving parents and caregivers looking for the right balance.

As students return to the classroom, parents can expect their children to encounter plenty of germs.

Children average more than two to three colds each year, according to the American Lung Association, making it important for families to know when a child should stay home from school and when it is safe to return.

Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce is again hosting a statewide competition to find the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin.

The 2026 contest marks the 11th year of the popular public voting competition and the first year of a new partnership with BMO, which joins as the contest’s presenting partner.

Substance use disorder doesn’t typically happen in isolation.

The affected person’s experience can also impact their loved ones. For family or friends of someone with substance use disorder, it can feel difficult to know how to proceed.

As families prepare for a new school year, many students may look for a quick boost to manage early mornings, homework, athletics and busy after-school schedules, but health experts caution that energy drinks are not a safe or healthy way for children and teens to stay alert.

Jason and Danielle Disher, of Hatley, announce the birth of a daughter, Tillie Ann, born at 12:12 p.m. Aug. 25 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Tillie weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and was 19½ inches long.

Eric and Jayda Kurtzweil, of Marathon, announce the birth of a daughter, Elorie Jean, born at 7:10 a.m. March 26 as Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Elorie weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces and was 19¼ inches long.

Shawano Community High School’s boys varsity basketball program in 2026-27 will be led by coach Rick Rosinski and assistant coach Jim Hayes, both recently hired by the district.

Rosinski has 23 seasons of varsity head coaching experience at Green Bay East and Green Bay Preble. Hayes has coached alongside Rosinski for 23 seasons — 20 at Green Bay East and three at Green Bay Preble — making the upcoming season their 24th together.

Shawano Community High School alum Tori DePerry will return to the school as the girls varsity assistant basketball coach.

A former Hawk student-athlete who went on to compete at the collegiate and professional levels, DePerry returns to Shawano with extensive playing experience, a strong understanding of the student-athlete experience and a desire to give back to the program that helped shape her.