High FiveOctober 1, 2022 HIGH FIVE: 5 Unique Ways to Get Spooked this Fall sure, you could go to a haunted house or corn maze, but these local activities will get your blood pumping in a new way
Kid Stuff Community Orgs NonprofitsSeptember 27, 2022 TreeHouse Targets Struggling Teens to Help Create Healthy Hearts, Minds safe spaces help teens build relationships and resilience when faced with daunting mental health decline
The Rear End THE REAR END: The Hatch Out in the Field living on the edge of adventure September 26, 2022
BooksSeptember 26, 2022 HOLD YOUR HORSES: Local Author Release Second Book in Horse Series Caroline Akervik’s new Y.A. book is ‘My Golden Horse’
Community Orgs EntrepreneurshipSeptember 26, 2022 Startup 48 Offers Prizes for Biz Ideas deadline is Oct. 5 to sign up for 48-hour business creation event
History BeerSeptember 26, 2022 In Praise of Liquid Bread childhood memories from a family brewery in Germany
Seniors AbilitySeptember 24, 2022 In the Mix: Disability and Disaster even during a simulation, emergency responders can learn from those with real disabilities
Design Beer Creativity Inside – and Outside – the Can artist’s colorful designs help Brewing Projekt’s beers stand out September 23, 2022
Visual Art On CampusSeptember 23, 2022 Let There Be Light: UW-Stout Prof Gets Prestigious Art Grant Lume receives $25,000 from Gottlieb Foundation for his ephemeral light-based installations
Recreation Wellness SeniorsSeptember 23, 2022 When It Comes to Active Aging, They’ve Got Their Eye on the Ball pickleball players pursue court upgrades as E.C. park is adapted for users of all ages
Wellness SeniorsSeptember 23, 2022 Want to Age Well? Start Young reflections on staying healthy and youthful despite the passage of time
SeniorsSeptember 23, 2022 What to Do With Mom’s Good China? dealing with a loved one’s possessions and the memories they carry
Women PeopleSeptember 23, 2022 Questioning the Locals: Lan Pham Vu free-wheelin’ discussions with local folks
Seniors PodcastsSeptember 22, 2022 For Local Podcast, the Journey Continues new season of local podcast for seniors, their loved ones ready to debut
Home Seniors AbilitySeptember 22, 2022 An Expert Can Help With ‘Aging in Place’ local consultant helps families adapt, design homes that can keep them safe as they age
By The NumbersSeptember 22, 2022 Crunching the Numbers | Sept. 22, 2022 notable stats + figures from the past few weeks
Opening LettersSeptember 22, 2022 COLUMN: A Fall Fashion Report: Everything’s Cropped fashion trends are ever-changing, and lately it seems scissors are responsible
SeniorsSeptember 22, 2022 How to Shield Seniors Against Scams and Abuse watch for these warning signs that an older adult is being exploited
Books EventsSeptember 22, 2022 Paging All Readers: Registration Open for Book Fest Events 23rd annual Chippewa Valley Book Festival slated for October
MusicSeptember 22, 2022 CHECK OUT ‘D TOUR’: Pablo Center Joins Independent Venue Network Pablo’s new membership aims to bring even more musicians to the Valley
MusicSeptember 22, 2022 ‘It’s a Little Out There’: Driftless Revelers Release First Album bandmates came together after pandemic to create a unique new C.V. sound
Community Orgs WomenSeptember 22, 2022 Paint the Town Pink: C.F. Event Highlights Breast Cancer Awareness events planned around downtown Chippewa Falls on Oct. 6
Diversity People EventsSeptember 22, 2022 RESIDENTS FOR RECONCILIATION: Local Church to Hold Racial Justice Conference West Ridge Church to host a conference discussing racial injustice and methods of solidarity
Visual Art Schools WritingSeptember 22, 2022 UWEC’s Literary Magazine Opens Up Submissions NOTA is now accepting music and visual art alongside prose for its next edition
Staff NotesSeptember 22, 2022 A Reminder of the New Discoveries That Autumn Brings cool air, colored leaves, and an unexpected game of pickleball
Community Orgs MusicSeptember 22, 2022 Songa Headlines Benefit for Church’s Food Pantry duo’s tunes will aid First Presbyterian
Food+Drink People relocationSeptember 21, 2022 BRINGIN’ SILLY BACK: Silly Serrano Relocates to Vibrant New Spot Mexican eatery officially reopens its doors on Cameron Street
Features PetsSeptember 21, 2022 Along for the Ride More and more businesses in the Chippewa Valley are opening their doors to dogs. One writer decided to make the rounds with ‘man’s best friend’ to see what the furry fuss was about.
Music Dance Community OrgsSeptember 21, 2022 Local Show Choir Spreads Joy Straight from the Heart Hearts in Harmony Show Choir helps those with special needs express themselves through song and dance
History CHUGGING TOWARD HISTORY: S-Bridge Named National Landmark Eau Claire’s Soo Line bridge added to National Register of Historic Places September 21, 2022
Beer Food+DrinkSeptember 21, 2022 BEST OF BOTH WORLDS: 3rd and Vine’s Beer and Cheese Flights try a delicious pairing of beer and cheese at this Eau Claire establishment
Development On CampusSeptember 21, 2022 READY FOR ANYTHING: Upgraded CVTC Facility Trains Emergency Personnel expanded Emergency Service Education Center funded through 2020 referendum
Recreation OutdoorsSeptember 21, 2022 City Considering Boardwalk Along Half Moon Lake pathway would run from tennis center to Rod & Gun Park
Books HistorySeptember 21, 2022 Sesquicentennial Stories: Eau Claire Native’s Novel Caused a Stir 1934 book received positive review in New York Times
For KidsSeptember 20, 2022 STEAM CHALLENGE: Pine Cones your family can explore science in your own backyard with pine cones
Food+Drink sweetsSeptember 19, 2022 Josef’s Cheesecake Finds New Home in Chippewa Falls the beloved cheesecake and sweets shop relocated to a new home this month
Recreation Sports Women Community Orgs OutdoorsSeptember 19, 2022 ROLLING TOGETHER: Local Bike Enthusiast Starts First All-Women Cycling Club Sarah Mount, creator of the Chippewa Valley Girls Cycling Club, is hoping to encourage more women in the area to come together to cycle
Books Sports ‘GRIDIRON GRIT’: Joe Niese Pens Story on Perseverance and Sports book is Valley author’s first foray into fiction September 18, 2022
Opening Up EntrepreneurshipSeptember 16, 2022 THERE’S A NEW TRUCK IN TOWN: Trash On Trucks new Valley waste disposal company is locally owned and cruisin’ with flair
Events Beer Food+DrinkSeptember 15, 2022 Lazy Monk’s Oktoberfest Events Aim to Bring Community Together creating a genuine Oktoberfest experience right here in the Valley
Visual Art Kid StuffSeptember 15, 2022 4-H Gears Up for Arts Camp at Kamp Kenwood From Sept. 24-25, youth in grades 5-8 from area counties get to try out their art skills
Women EntrepreneurshipSeptember 15, 2022 Red Letter Grant Recipient to Host Launch Party Rhythmic Renewal is officially launching in October with a party at Forge
Food+DrinkSeptember 15, 2022 5 Must-Haves at EC Cheese & Deli though taken over by new ownership a few years ago, this shop has been a longtime destination in the Valley for all things dairy
Opening Up Food+DrinkSeptember 14, 2022 SIZZLIN’ SMACKDADDY: New Food Truck Will Smack You in the Tastebuds couple’s new business serves gourmet Mediterranean and Cajun food
Agriculture Outdoors EventsSeptember 14, 2022 Farm & Fiber Tours Show Healthy Farm Practices at Local Kubb and Priory Farms these sponsored tours promote authentic and engaging agriculture experiences for the public
Music PeopleSeptember 14, 2022 Local Native’s Song a Tribute to Those Battling Depression after losing a close friend to suicide, E.C. native Elliott Wachs released new single, ‘Wish You Well’
Film Kid Stuff ActivitiesSeptember 13, 2022 FLICKS FOR THE FAM: Micon Launches First Downtown Fall Kids Series school’s back in session, but you can sit back and relax at the Saturday series
Music Gaming PeopleSeptember 13, 2022 KICKIN’ IT: Local’s Kickstarter for Board Game is a Success Meet Me At The Creek will soon be a reality, thanks to the dream of Eli Bremer and months of support and campaigning