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Whoa, Doggy! Chippewa Falls Dog Show Fetches Crowds

By Morgan McCarthy | August 19, 2024

Chippewa Falls’ dog show is now 64-years-young. The show was over the weekend at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds. It saw all kinds of dogs competing for the best in show. Indianhead Kennel Club dog show is one of the largest in western Wisconsin, and draws hundreds of dogs each year.

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Another WI County Adds Narcan Vending

By Morgan McCarthy | August 19, 2024

Add Jefferson County to the list of Wisconsin communities with a Narcan vending machine.  The county’s public health department opened its vending machine over the weekend.  The machine offers Narcan, fentanyl test strips, and other needs for people who are dealing with drug addiction.  The machine is the first in the area and is outside of the county’s health department.  Jefferson County Board of Health Member Jessica Coburn says the vending machines are becoming more common and more accepted because

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Packers Get Bucked Off by Broncos

By Morgan McCarthy | August 19, 2024

The Packers’ backups got walloped by the Broncos starters last night. Green Bay lost last night, 27-2. The Packers sat their starters, including quarterback Jordan Love. The results were what you’d expect, the offense did very little and the defense was outplayed. Coach Matt LeFluer said he wants to see more ‘fight’ from the team going forward. Green Bay plays its final preseason game this Saturday, then opens the season September 6th against the Eagles in Brazil.

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Brewers Get the Win

By Morgan McCarthy | August 19, 2024

The Brewers swept the Guardians over the weekend, and now have an 11-game lead in the NL Central. Milwaukee beat Cleveland 2-0 yesterday. Colin Rea took a no-hitter into the sixth inning. All of Milwaukee’s offense came in the first two innings, and they did just enough to stop the Guardians for the rest of the game. Milwaukee now has a double-digit lead on the Cardinals in the NL Central. The Brewers start a series against the Cardinals in St.

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Chemical Fire Under Investigation

By Morgan McCarthy | August 18, 2024

One person is reported injured following a chemical fire in Chippewa Falls.  The fire happened Saturday around noon at TTM Technologies and Chippewa Falls Police say all employees were evacuated.  Area roads were closed for about two hours due to the risk of hazardous chemicals.  No chemical leaks were found after inspections by emergency services. CLICK HERE To see the posting on social media.

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Politics, Plans, and Protests

By Morgan McCarthy | August 18, 2024

An estimated 100 Wisconsin protestors are headed to Chicago to march during this week’s Democratic National Convention.  Among the protestors will be some who marched during last month’s Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.  A number of pro-Palestinian protestors marched in Milwaukee on Saturday.  The Democratic National Convention starts on Monday.  Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz are scheduled to be at a rally in Milwaukee on Tuesday.

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On This Day…

By Morgan McCarthy | August 17, 2024

Hello. We are glad you are here! Thank you for making us part of your day. As we slip past the middle of August many of us are feeling like the summer has been set to “super speed.” Trying to get all the fun stuff in and all the “life stuff” done can feel like a whirlwind at times. That’s why we like to slow things down on Saturday morning with a “scroll down memory lane.” It’s just a simple

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Harris to Meet with Teamsters Union, Democratic Ticket to Visit WI

By Morgan McCarthy | August 17, 2024

The Kamala Harris campaign is confirming running mate Tim Walz will join her in Milwaukee on Tuesday.  The two will appear at a rally at Fiserv Forum, the site of last month’s Republican National Convention.  This will be Harris’ third Wisconsin visit as the Democratic presidential nominee and her second with Walz.  Their visit takes place during day two of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.  Continuing with political upates, The Teamsters Union says Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted

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Dispersed Camping Banned in EC Co. Forest

By Morgan McCarthy | August 17, 2024

Dispersed camping will not be allowed at Eau Claire County Forest for the next two months. The Eau Claire County Committee on Parks and Forest has approved a temporary ban on all dispersed camping within the Eau Claire County Forest starting tomorrow Friday August 16th – Tuesday October 15th. This means you cannot purchase a County Forest Camping Permit. If you are interested in camping during that time frame, they are recommending other options such as Coon Fork Campground or

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JD Vance in MKE, Trump Names Transition Team

By Morgan McCarthy | August 16, 2024

Republican Vice Presidential nominee and U-S Senator J-D Vance was in Milwaukee Friday. Vance spoke at the Milwaukee Police Association about violent crime rates, drug trafficking, and supporting law enforcement agencies. When it comes to the Republican ticket this election, Former President Trump is naming the leaders of his transition team. Businessman Howard Lutnick and Linda McMahon, who was head of the Small Business Administration during Trump’s first term, will take the lead. The pair will be involved in shaping

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