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Walldogs 'Murals In Menomonie' Promises A Display Of City's Rich History

from Swiss Miss to submarines, community members and visitors unite June 24-28 for a visual artistry event to transform Dunn County

Menomonie residents may already sense a creative energy buzzing, as city streets prepare to welcome a surge of regional and global visitors – many equipped with paint, brushes, drop cloths and ready to scale scaffolding in unconventional places. The city’s upcoming community endeavor, known as the inaugural “Murals In Menomonie” project, will transform Dunn County from June 24-28 as it hosts hundreds of...

The Ride Of Your Life (Or At Least Your Summer)

Wisconsin Bike Fed’s Ride Across Wisconsin – an annual 60-, 100- or 175-mile group cycling adventure – will return to the Chippewa Valley July 11

Cyclists near and far are gearing up for one heck of a ride thanks to the Wisconsin Bike Federation’s (WBF) swiftly approaching annual Ride Across Wisconsin (RAW) event, slated for July 11. Returning for its second go-around in the Chippewa Valley – with a refreshed route since last year’s ride – and its 11th year overall, RAW will welcome thousands to our western Wisconsin community during the second week of July ...

On the Cover | May 28, 2026

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New Features & Returning Favorites At The 2026 Northern Wisconsin State Fair

whether you come for the music, the midway, the animals or fried food on a stick, you can expect to make memories of a lifetime

Come July 8-12, hundreds of thousands of visitors will gather at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds (NWSF) in Chippewa Falls for thrilling rides, unforgettable live entertainment, incredible food and drink offerings, artisan vendors and hands-on agricultural experiences that celebrate the very best of summer in Wisconsin ...

With New Land To Harvest, River Bend Winery & Distillery Opens Door To More Possibilities

local winery adds three new grape varieties – and the soon-to-release Sandhill Rosé – to its repertoire

Offering a year-round locale for visitors and residents alike to sip on something sweet – or dry, depending on your palette preferences – through indoor tasting rooms and outdoor vineyard venues, Wisconsin wineries may shine best during the summer ...

Explore Your Forever Home In The Valley

Icon Realty honors the values within and beyond your front door, with new additions to the team

While the warmer months offer a unique experience for every resident of the Chippewa Valley, we can all share a common appreciation for the ways summertime brings new places to explore and fresh opportunities. With just five months since launch, Icon Realty has also explored new possibilities and connections – all centered around the people who make this region...

Summer Vistas & Adventure At Wild Turkey Ridge

Symple Real Estate unveils a limited collection of homes, countryside community along Lowes Creek

As the summer months arrive in Eau Claire, residents and families are eager to embrace the season, seeking out quiet retreats with scenic landscapes and the premier outdoor recreational opportunities found throughout the Chippewa Valley. Lucky for current and soon-to-be homeowners, Symple Real Estate has unveiled a new countryside community whose design and luxury level sites are tailored to the lifestyles of today’s buyers. Wild Turkey Ridge, a countryside...

The Chippewa Valley's Summertime Farmers Markets

buy fresh, buy local!

The Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market, Chippewa Falls Farmers Market, Menomonie Farmers Market and more ...

Cycle Into Summer With Eau Claire’s 2026 Bike Week Activities

from May 31-June 6, community-centered events welcome bike riders of all ages and abilities

Wisconsin Bike Week is fast approaching in the Chippewa Valley and with it, a vibrant lineup of local festivities invites riders of every skill level to embrace a shared sense of unity and outdoor spirit. Plus, the chance to explore our region’s natural vistas. From May 31 through June 6, avid cyclists and curious riders will host...

Chalkfest Returns With A Wide Spectrum Of Hues, Local Artistry

get ready for another year of immersive visual art, interactive activities and more at the UW-Eau Claire campus on Aug. 1

On Saturday, August 1, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire campus will once again become a riot of color and community, as the 19th annual Chalkfest event returns to the Valley. Over the years, Volume One readers have consistently voted this shindig as one of the Best Of the Chippewa Valley, so you know it’s gonna be a good time! Visual artists from across...