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The City of Altoona is thrilled to announce the grand opening of The Yard  Container Park, a new downtown destination for food, fun, live music, and community  vibes! The celebration takes place on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. at 211 Division Street, Altoona, WI 54720. Admission is free and all are welcome!  The Yard promises a solid slate of festivities, activities, and entertainment for all ages. The event  features local musicians, family-friendly attractions, and community

On Wednesday, July 16th, 2025 at approximately 7:00am, at the request of the West Central Drug Task Force, a search warrant was executed by the Eau Claire County Regional SWAT Team at a property in the Township of Union, Eau Claire County. During the execution of the warrant, three (3) male individuals were located and detained.  Once the property was secure, The West Central Drug Task Force, with the assistance of the Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Office, Drug Enforcement Administration

Mental health treatment is being ordered for a man charged in connection with an April incident at Putnam Heights Elementary School in Eau Claire.  Reports say that 33-year-old Andrey Sichuga, frustrated at not having been hired for a job, showed up at the school armed with a gun.  No one was hurt but Sichuga was charged with possession of a firearm on school grounds, resisting an officer, and disorderly conduct.  A court on Monday determined that the defendant was not

 A Jackson County corrections officers is on administrative leave pending the investigation of a reported domestic-related incident.  Authorities received a call on Sunday from a woman filing a report about her fiancé, 23-year-old Christopher Locken.  He is facing charges that include domestic-related battery, strangulation, and disorderly conduct.

Wisconsin State Patrol is investigating a Monday morning crash involving a pair of commercial vehicles.  The accident happened around 11 a.m. on I-94 East near Menomonie and caused delays and traffic detours for a couple of hours as crews responded and worked on clean up.  One person reportedly suffered minor injuries in the crash. SEE THE ORGINAL REPORT FROM OFFICIALS HERE.

Authorities are reporting the passing of Jackson County Emergency Management Coordinator Jack Workman.  The 36-year-old died while at work on Friday.  Workman had been employed by the county for three years.  His death is being investigated but is not believed to be suspicious.

Homeowners across the state won’t be seeing sales tax on their electric bills soon.  Starting October 1st a new law will extend sales tax exemptions affecting electric and natural gas bills.  The law is expected to save taxpayers about 178-million dollars over the next two years. 

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is warning consumers about possible scams to watch out for.  In July, scams involving Medicare, military housing and traffic violations are catching consumers at their most vulnerable.  Impersonators will claim Medicare cards need to be replaced, demand payment for outstanding traffic violations, or request payment via gift cards and cryptocurrency.  Incidents should be reported to the Bureau of Consumer Protection.

Make it three wins in a row for the Express.  Eau Claire defeated the La Crosse Loggers Monday night at Carson Park four to three.  The team’s next home game is scheduled for Thursday night.

Wisconsin school systems are some of the best in the country. A report by WalletHub compares schools in all 50 states and Washington DC based on metrics like student performance, safety measures, and education funding. Wisconsin school systems rank sixth best, with Massachusetts and Connecticut at the top of the list. New Mexico and Oklahoma are at the bottom.