Ben Helwig
Multimedia Journalist
Wausau Wisconsin
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Ben Helwig joined the NewsChannel 7 team in July 2021 as a multimedia journalist.
Ben previously worked as sports director at KLMJ radio in Hampton, Iowa. Ben graduated from the University of Nebraska-Omaha, where he earned a degree in journalism media communication.
While born in Wisconsin, Ben grew up in Omaha, Nebraska.
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Steve Stricker finished in second, while Jerry Kelly finished third
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Milwaukee finished just 3-19 from the field in the fourth quarter as Miami won the game 128-126 in overtime
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The Celtics shot 52% from three in the 140-99 win.
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The Badgers trailed by as many as 27 in the 65-57 loss to Ohio State
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The Marshfield alum hit .235 with 27 home runs for Arizona in 2022
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The UW-Milwaukee product was promoted to Double-A New Hampshire last week
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A parade through the city was part of the final day of festivities
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Major projects include reconstructing the main runway and moving their snow removal equipment building
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Packers end up selecting three wide receivers in the draft
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The new location will provide more accessible services for the southeast Asian community in the county
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Experts say rusting is quick and can spread damage throughout the vehicle
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Retailers and manufacturers utilize the process by using smaller containers while keeping prices the same
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Warriors overcame 13-point halftime deficit to win sectional final
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Researchers recommend getting a water filter for pets’ water
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Legislation to implement curriculum in schools is sponsored by Marathon County Senator Jerry Petrowski
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Labs in Madison and Marshfield are using positive COVID-19 samples for sequencing
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A Wausau man has won $1.1 million playing fantasy football. The Wausau Daily Herald reported Wednesday that 45-year-old ginseng farmer Will Hsu won the money in a game hosted by website Draft Kings.
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Fans celebrated with just the third Packers game played on Christmas Day ever
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Matt Bunkelman of Whittlesey saw the roof of his shop ripped off by wind
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Volunteers from around the area create a made from scratch meal for the community
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Children ages 5-11 are approved to receive the Pfizer vaccine
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Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) says vaccine-or-test mandate is unconstitutional
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Fans are split on Rodgers’ diagnosis, united in excitement for Jordan Love
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Logging businesses are grappling with impacts of Wisconsin Rapids Verso mill closed in June 2020
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Experts recommend starting your holiday shopping as soon as possible
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There are important steps to note when encountering a bear in the wild
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Luke Fenhaus visited with students at Hewitt-Texas Elementary School Thursday
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Plants remain green in October when they’d usually be orange or yellow
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Co-founders of John’s Crazy Socks spoke to attendees at the annual Disability Service Provider Network conference in Rothschild
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Animal hospitals and veterinarians are seeing an influx of new patients while catching up on older patients
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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and everyone is susceptible to an attack
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Health experts continue to evolve COVID-19 treatment
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Lack of staff and food have forced area school districts to get creative with meal plans.
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American Red Cross says 10,000 more units are required every week.
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Zombie 5K raises money to send veterans to Washington D.C.
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It’s recommended to schedule a heating inspection soon due to increased waits
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The University of Wisconsin System nursing and pharmacy students will have another opportunity to receive a $500 tuition credit for providing COVID-19 vaccinations and booster shots, UW System President Tommy Thompson said Tuesday.
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As situation in Afghanistan unfolds, many veterans may be seeking support
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