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  • Charges Filed in Overdose Death

    Charges Filed in Overdose Death

  • Familiar Name Takes Position of EC City Manager

    Familiar Name Takes Position of EC City Manager

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    Ding! You are Now Free to Roam About the Country….

Water Advisories Issued for Local Beaches

Water Advisories Issued for Local Beaches

Chippewa Co. Farmers Union to Host Community Forum Focused on Data Centers

Chippewa Co. Farmers Union to Host Community Forum Focused on Data Centers

City of Clear Water Makes Tourism Splash

City of Clear Water Makes Tourism Splash

Friday Feel Good: Sweet Summer Treats

Friday Feel Good: Sweet Summer Treats

News | May 29, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Frogs in the pond, cheers at the ball park, splashes at the pool.. As we begin to embrace the sounds…
Charges Filed in Stabbing, Arson

Charges Filed in Stabbing, Arson

News | May 29, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Charges are being filed against a woman who Buffalo City authorities say stabbed a man this past weekend.  Officers were…
Former Bank Manager Convicted, Sentenced

Former Bank Manager Convicted, Sentenced

News | May 29, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The former manager of a Juneau County bank is being sentenced to prison after being convicted on theft charges.  Prosecutors…
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charges

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charges

News | May 29, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
A Merrillan man is facing drug charges after a recent traffic stop in Buffalo County.  Richard Madsen was stopped late…
Toney Enters Race for WI AG

Toney Enters Race for WI AG

News | May 29, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Republican Eric Toney is entering the race for Wisconsin Attorney General.  Toney submitted nomination documents yesterday in order to appear…
Book it, “Bubble Cups”, and Beyond!

Book it, “Bubble Cups”, and Beyond!

News | May 29, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Pizza Hut is bringing back a dining experience familiar to many 80’s babies nationwide. Over 150 locations owned by Yum!…
DATCP to Survey for Spongy Moth in 36 Counties

DATCP to Survey for Spongy Moth in 36 Counties

News | May 28, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
 The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will be setting approximately 6,700 traps for the detection of…
Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges

Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges

News | May 28, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
A man who Eau Claire County prosecutors say was part of a fentanyl distribution network is pleading guilty to charges. …
Lightning Strike Cause of House Fire

Lightning Strike Cause of House Fire

News | May 28, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Crews say a lightning strike was the cause of a Tuesday morning house fire in Chippewa County.  A residence on…
AI Could Help Detect Fires

AI Could Help Detect Fires

News | May 27, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
AI wildfire detection cameras may come to Eau Claire County.  Xcel Energy is considering the installation between Eau Claire and…
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