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Just about everyone in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls should have their lights back on. Xcel Energy said as of 3 a.m. less than 30 people in the Chippewa Valley were in the dark. At the worst of it yesterday, more than three thousand people lost power as high winds swept across western Wisconsin. There were also strong thunderstorms. There are no reports of any serious injuries.

One of Wisconsin’s largest farm groups says direct payments from the federal government will help a lot of farmers in the state. The Wisconsin Farmers Union yesterday said the 19 million-dollar farm aid package will keep farmers afloat during the coronavirus outbreak. But the group’s President Darin Von Ruden says the USDA also needs to look at the underlying issues as to why so many farmers have been struggling for years, even without the virus.

An arrest takes some meth off the streets in Marshfield. It was on April 19th, just before 230 on Sunday afternoon when officers investigated a complaint at 2121 W Veterans Parkway in Marshfield of a suspicious person. Upon making contact with 3 individuals, one of whom was on probation, a search was performed and a 24-year-old Mosinee male was requested to exit the rear of a vehicle and refused. The male resisted and was taken into custody where 42 grams

Tavern League of Wisconsin President Chris Marsciano wants bars, restaurants, and supper clubs to open up next week.  He says other businesses have figured out ways to open and safely serve the public during the coronavirus pandemic.  Marsciano suggested all employees wear masks and gloves, all tables be put six feet apart, and premise capacity reduced by 50-percent.  Other proposals included getting rid of paper menus, table condiments, salad bars, and self-serve buffets.  He notes eateries have to protect their customers and

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers thinks the coronavirus curve is flattening because people are staying home.  He says the grim outlook Wisconsin faced three weeks ago is no longer the case because cases and hospitalizations are down.  The governor also encouraged people to not leave their houses to keep the virus from spreading.  Evers extended his Safer at Home order late last week.  It now expires May 26th.  There were protests over the weekend at the state capitol pushing for the economy to be

The Eau Claire City-County Health Department is seeking assistance in locating a dog that bit a man, Saturday, April 18th at approximately 2:00 p.m. The bite occurred on the sidewalk of Morningside Drive, South of the intersection of Morningside Drive and Birch Street. The dog was described as a mixed breed with long hair, white with brown spots, and 30-40 pounds. The dog was being walked by two young girls. The health and rabies status of these dogs needs to

With a “Safer At Home” order in effect in Wisconsin, many people might use this time for some do-it-yourself projects that involve digging in their yards. April is National Safe Digging Month and Xcel Energy wants to remind customers that they should contact 8-1-1 to have underground utility lines marked before beginning any digging projects. In Wisconsin, homeowners and contractors should call 8-1-1 or submit an online request to Wisconsin One Call at least three business days in advance of

Under Governor Evers executive order, private and public golf courses can re-open this week. The extended safer at home order will last through the month of May, but Governor Evers is allowing golf courses to open April 24th with some restrictions like prohibiting the use of golf carts, requiring social distancing, and staggering tee times. Pine Meadow Golf Club in Eau Claire is already advertising special deals for front-line healthcare workers to say thank you. A spokesperson for the golf

The Clark County Health Department is confirming its first COVID-19-related death. The health department said the person who passed away yesterday was an elderly adult. Health department officials are now working with state and local partners to review the county’s COVID-19 response plan as needed. 

The University of Wisconsin and its system schools are hosting a virtual event to get people outside during the COVID-19 pandemic. School officials say students, staff, and faculty are now encouraged to sign-up online and select a running distance. People are then encouraged to post photos of their run on social media. U-W is in partnership with the Wisconsin Intramural Recreational Sports Association. People have until April 26th to sign-up and complete their run.