Politics
Meet Menomonie's 2026 Mayoral Candidates
Menomonie residents will determine the final mayoral candidates heading to the spring election. Here’s who the candidates are and where they stand.
Politico Highlights Eau Claire As Community With Most Voter Impact
new "Voter Impact Index" finds Wisconsin voters have become some of America's most valuable amidst competitive election seasons
Scott Rogers Announces Retirement From Chamber, Campaign For E.C. City Council President
Rogers' declaration of candidacy officially begins the race for council president, joins former councilman Jeremy Gragert as candidate
Jeremy Gragert Is First Candidate For E.C. City Council President
following Emily Berge's announcement she would not be seeking re-election, former councilman Gragert declares his bid for the seat
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Visits Eau Claire As Open Race For Governor Heats Up
Wisconsin's first open gubernatorial race since 2010 draws numerous candidates from both major parties
Reintroducing The League of Women Voters-Greater Chippewa Valley
local nonpartisan group known for voter registration efforts aims to spread word of other activities, bolster public engagement
Local Nonprofits, Elementary Schools, 4-H Programs, More Impacted By AmeriCorps Cuts
as Wisconsin joins multi-state lawsuit against federal government's action against AmeriCorps, the Chippewa Valley sees impacts
Eau Claire City Council President Emily Berge Launches Congressional Campaign
Berge officially announces run for Wisconsin's 3rd District
THE RESULTS: E.C. City Council Newcomers Reed, Otto Among Tuesday's Winners
All eyes were on Wisconsin on April 1. Here’s how Eau Claire and surrounding counties voted.
Meet the 2025 E.C. City Council Candidates
Eau Claire residents will elect At-Large members of City Council on April 1. Here’s who the candidates are and where they stand.
'Defend Democracy' Rally Draws Crowd in Downtown Eau Claire
hundreds gathered outside the Federal Building in downtown Eau Claire between 4-5:30pm on March 12
Passing a Resolution, Starting a Conversation: E.C. City Council Passes BID-Related Resolution
a charged public comment session at the Feb. 10 council meeting leads to an amended resolution, further discussion
Politics Development Community Orgs
Heated Exchange Marks E.C. City Council Discussion on Business Improvement Districts
unexpected alternate resolution, tense questioning of city leaders end Feb. 10 City Council meeting
MARIJUANA MOVEMENT: Will Wisconsin Ever Catch Up?
the Badger State remains one of only 11 without legal recreational or medical marijuana, but prospects for legalization remain cloudy
Newcomers Seek E.C. City Council Seats
five at-large members will be elected this spring
SHIFTING SHADES: Three Takeaways from the 2024 Election in the Chippewa Valley and Beyond
returns show that rural areas – and one notable part of Eau Claire – moved to the right
Here’s What You Need to Know About Voting on Nov. 5 (or Earlier) in the Chippewa Valley
the facts on registering, finding your polling place, voting early, voter ID, and more
Elon Musk’s PAC Just Gave an Eau Claire Man $1M
one of the latest winners of controversial election-related petition drawing is from E.C.
City to Host Public Forum on Housing, Homelessness, More on Oct. 28
city and state officials will be present at forum hosted at L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
MOTOR VOTERS: Nonprofits Collaborate on Rides to the Polls
JONAH, Chippewa Valley Votes to aid locals in need of transportation
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