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'UW-Eau Claire Foundation puts Sonnentag Project on fast track': University breaks ground on new County Materials Complex

By Andy Nghiem | May 1, 2022

Ground was finally broken for the Sonnentag Project at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire (UW) after it was a conceptual, future project for the last eight years.

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'Let the kids run and explore': Kids Expo returns to Eau Claire's YMCA Sports Center

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 12, 2022

The YMCA Sports Center in Eau Claire recently held its first annual Kids EXPO since COVID-19 made it impossible to host.

'Early spring is the first time we pay attention to flooding': Wisconsin flood experts remind of flood dangers

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 17, 2022

As spring approaches and snow and ice starts to melt, there are several things to remember as Flood Safety Awareness Week continues.

'I do just opt for walking now': Soaring gas prices cause drivers to rethink alternatives

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 11, 2022

Historically high gas prices are causing local Eau Claire residents to think about how much driving they actually need to do and consider travel alternatives.

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Wisconsin to award $1 million in grant funding to 'ensure every kid in every community has access to a quality public education'

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 21, 2022

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers recently announced that $1 million in grant funding has been made available for The Teacher Training and Recruitment Grant Program.

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'We were so pleased with the program': La Crosse Police Department offers mental health training courses to Coulee Region school districts

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 20, 2022

The La Crosse Police Department is working with Coulee Region school districts to improve school officials' approach to mental health issues.

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Wisconsin GOP leaders push for legislation that would make it 'unconstitutional to accept private grant money to help administer elections'

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 11, 2022

Wisconsin GOP lawmakers are working to pass a constitutional amendment that would ban private entities from funding elections in response to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg providing millions in grant funds to hundreds of localities across the country ahead of the 2020 election.

Wisconsin DOT upgrades system to provide residents 'a more clear and accurate idea' of winter road conditions

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 6, 2022

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced that it has upgraded its winter road conditions system which will be used to better inform residents of road and weather conditions.

'We had an opportunity, and I didn’t get it done': UW La Crosse football falls to UW Whitewater Eagles 13-7

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 9, 2021

On Nov. 6, the 12th-ranked UW La Crosse Eagles football team played a difficult game against third-ranked UW Whitewater Eagles, losing 13-7.

'I love tennis so much': Eau Claire Memorial's top tennis singles player and doubles team advance to state

By Andy Nghiem | Oct 17, 2021

The Oct. 6 Eau Claire Memorial sectional featured some great tennis performances by Wisconsin athletes.

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UW announces system-wide mask mandate in an effort to 'prioritize public health'

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 20, 2021

As part of adapting its approach to changing COVID-19 activity, the University of Wisconsin has announced a system-wide mask mandate for indoor facilities on campuses, but there have been reported inconsistencies in its message.

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'I want to thank the people': Kind announces retirement

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 20, 2021

Wisconsin State Rep. Ron Kind has announced he will not be running for reelection and is retiring from office.

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'A mass amount of water came through our backyard': Western, Southern Wisconsin face flooding after heavy rainstorms

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 12, 2021

Areas of western and southern Wisconsin were severely flooded following heavy rainstorms last weekend.

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Route changes for Eau Claire Marathon to 'keep all runners, spectators and volunteers safe'

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 4, 2021

Eau Claire's city council recently updated the route for the Eau Claire Marathon in recognition of a bridge currently under repair.

Wisconsin legislature passes bill to address PFAS water pollution, 'ensure safe drinking water for all'

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 29, 2021

Wisconsin lawmakers have passed bipartisan legislation to address the state's growing problem of polluted drinking water.

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'The backbone of Wisconsin's economy': Kind, Gallagher sponsor bill to protect state's dairy industry

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 11, 2021

State Reps. Ron Kind (D-WI) and Mike Gallagher (R-WI) have co-introduced a bipartisan bill designed to protect the Wisconsin dairy industry.

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