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Cynthia Graun

Cynthia Graun Cynthia Graun

Cynthia “Cindy” Lynn Graun, 66, passed away on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Born on September 5, 1960, Cindy was the...

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Phone policy questioned
Gilman School District administrator Walter Leipart educated board members on budget terminology and fund balances during a meeting on Monday, September 21, where the board also heard a complaint from a parent concerned about the school’s cell phone policy and subsequent consequences. MANDEE ELLIS/THE STAR NEWS
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Celebrating service
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