PeopleMay 19, 2022

Notable + Quotable | May 19, 2022

things heard around the Valley

Staff NotesMay 19, 2022

STAFF NOTE: V1 Brings Home Five Statewide Media Awards, Pokes Stick in Eye of Big Cities

grabbing the spotlight for our neck of the woods, at least for a moment

Visual Art Cover ArtMay 19, 2022

On the Cover | May 19, 2022

Music Cool KidsMay 19, 2022

THE BIG GIG: Two C.F. High School Bands to Play Summerfest

Conrad & the Comrades, Ember Sky land in top 10 of Rockonsin competition

MusicMay 19, 2022

FOREVER REIGNING: Locally Curated Slayer Tribute Album Released

Compilation features bands from E.C., and surrounding areas, all coming together to celebrate one of the most influential metal bands

Music Film EventsMay 19, 2022

Music, Movies Returning to Riverfront Park in C.F.

concerts, screenings bring in thousands of attendees each summer

Events Beer Food+DrinkMay 19, 2022

PROST! Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest Puts an Emphasis on Family Events in 2022

annual celebration of German heritage at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds will be back Sept. 16-17

Beer Food+DrinkMay 19, 2022

A NEW FAMILY BREW: Tony Bugher to Continue Leinenkugel’s Legacy as New President

Bugher, nephew of current president Dick Leinenkugel, will use marketing and sales background in new role

Visual Art Design EntrepreneurshipMay 19, 2022

Unicorn Eclipse: Creating All Things Bright and Beautiful

Eau Claire sisters, Hleeda and Chia Lor, share their love of creativity through booming online shop

Film ComedyMay 19, 2022

UWEC Grads Premiere ‘Chop & Steele' The Movie at Tribeca Film Festival

After a controversial fraud lawsuit came to an end, the comedy duos' adventures are ready for the big screen. 

Nonprofits PetsMay 18, 2022

Be the Voice for Animals: E.C. Humane Association Wants to Build New Shelter

nonprofit launches public fundraising campaign

High FiveMay 18, 2022

5 Totally Fake ‘Best of the Chippewa Valley’ Categories

five categories that should really be in the poll next year

FilmMay 18, 2022

SECOND TO FIRST: Micon Cinemas to Return Downtown E.C. Location to a First-Run Theater

after showing budget movies at the tail end of their theatrical release for decades, the Downtown Cinema will pivot to new flicks

Outdoors PeopleMay 18, 2022

The Art of Getting Back Up After You Fall

Local hiking enthusiast and double-amputee Kim Acheson wants to use his experiences to help others achieve their goals.

Opening Up EntrepreneurshipMay 18, 2022

Just The Tip: Homegrown Haircuts

the first month is Just The Tip of the iceberg for new barbershop

Development Expansion Food+DrinkMay 18, 2022

[UPDATE] Co-op Buys Land from City for Downtown E.C. Grocery

Menomonie Market Food Co-op buys part of Block 7, plans to open in fall 2023

News TransportationMay 18, 2022

EAU TO MSP? Twin Cities Flights Likely When New Airline Begins at E.C. Airport

three airlines seek OK to offer commercial service to Eau Claire

HistoryMay 18, 2022

Sesquicentennial Stories: The White Stuff

Eau Claire company made key component of WWII tanks – and Christmas tree stands