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    Attorney Requesting Move to Mental Facility for Geyser

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    Man Sentenced in Menomonie Attack

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    Rusk Co. Business Damaged in Fire

Bell Ringers Needed!

Bell Ringers Needed!

New Home for America’s Oldest Brewery

New Home for America’s Oldest Brewery

All Aboard! Holiday Train Plans WI Stops

All Aboard! Holiday Train Plans WI Stops

Generous Donation Supports Local K9 Training

Generous Donation Supports Local K9 Training

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
Sheriff Hakes recently recognized a generous donation to the K9 Officer program: Thank you to Harold and Shirley Aamodt for…
Looking Local: CVTC Student to Graduate, Join Father in Automation Career 

Looking Local: CVTC Student to Graduate, Join Father in Automation Career 

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
For Thomas Sabelko, learning has always been about figuring things out.  “I like to learn how stuff works, whether that’s building…
Spot Scams this Season

Spot Scams this Season

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
 The holidays are a busy time for Wisconsin consumers, and scammers are eager to take advantage of the hustle and…
EC City Council President Will Not Seek Another Term

EC City Council President Will Not Seek Another Term

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
Eau Claire City Council President Emily Berge will not seek another term, concluding nearly eight years of service. A message…
High Speed Chase Leads to Arrest, Charges

High Speed Chase Leads to Arrest, Charges

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
A suspect is facing charges after leading police on a high-speed pursuit through parts of Trempealeau and Eau Claire Counties. …
Icy Roads a Factor in Deadly Jackson Co. Crash

Icy Roads a Factor in Deadly Jackson Co. Crash

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
One person is dead and another injured after a Saturday evening crash near Black River Falls.  Authorities say the two…
WI Man Facing Arson Charges

WI Man Facing Arson Charges

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
A Viroqua man is expected to appear in court today on arson charges.  Sixty-seven-year-old Ora Wallace is accused of intentionally…
Cyber Monday Safety Reminders

Cyber Monday Safety Reminders

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
Western Wisconsin shoppers will be among those searching for holiday deals on this Cyber Monday.  Analysts predict sales figures today…
WI State Patrol Looking to Add Staff

WI State Patrol Looking to Add Staff

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking to add to its ranks next month.  The agency posted on social media that…
Badgers Wrap Up Season with a Loss

Badgers Wrap Up Season with a Loss

News | December 1, 2025 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Wisconsin Badgers football season is over following another loss.  The Badgers played in a snowy Minneapolis on Saturday and…
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