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The Final Thanks for Asking
The beloved Volume One column draws to a close as its author embarks on a new adventure on the Oregon Coast. Here, Frank Smoot picks a few of his favorites from the series’ historic run.
Editor's Notes
The Rear End
Bear Bashing & Pumpkin Smashing
this autumn season, allow me to suggest a few additions and subtractions to your kid lit reading list
Cover Art
On the Cover | Oct. 10, 2013
learn about this issue's cover art by Noriko Slowinksi
Opening Shots
Music
Hear In There
sound installation project puts twist on ‘Ode to Joy’
District Co. Changes Tune
White Goes Dark
local troubadour takes new direction with latest album
Stage
Words
Local Novel Journeys from Midwest to New York City
Chasing Death
Eau Claire native’s novel follows the search for a Nazi-hunting killer
Visual Art
Damned Good Print Show Rockin' at UW-Stout
Shooting to Win
UWEC photographer shares 25 years of sports images
Stuffed Animals
UWEC gallery explores different approaches to taxidermy
Local Lit
Local Look
Uphill Progress
plans for winter recreation paradise move forward
Number of jobs on upswing in the Chippewa Valley
City Council gets Confluence Task Force Rolling
New Signs mark miles on Chippewa, Old Abe State Trails
Wooden Delivery
zombie-themed woodblock art samples via Drive by Press
Recreation
Bring Your Dead Out
zombies, plague stalk EC natives’ role-playing game
Special Sections
Haunters Gonna Haunt
local group aims to track down the area’s most paranormal of activities
Some Boo-Riffic Reads
hunt down the spookiest stories and most terrifying tales Wisconsin has to offer
Haunted House 101
tips for scaring your Halloween guests in the best possible way
Other Stuff
Hope and Healing
Wellness Shack a safe space to tackle mental illness
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5 Big and Bygone Eau Claire Venues
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Slicing Into the Eau Claire Market
Casey’s may be the place for gas, but customers come back for the pizza
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West Coast Feels in a Midwest Coffee Shed
espresso, treats, and more at Beyond Brewed
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