Kid Stories: A Day in the Life of Santa

what local third graders think Santa does at the North Pole each day

“Santa missed lunch and breakfast, then he ate one of the back-up reindeer. Some of the reindeer got so mad that they started a snowball fight.” – Vincent Trapani, Manz Elementary

Skating Through Your Holidays

Hobbs Ice Center hosts three festive events this winter including skating with Santa

Have you ever noticed that every musical, movie, or TV show with a kidsy angle is made that much more awesome by adding the phrase “on ice?” Think about it. Disney On Ice: genius. Sesame Street On Ice: brilliant.

Volume One's Tunnel of Terror 2011

For Halloween 2011, Volume One once again created its Tunnel of Terror for the hundreds of trick-or-treaters who filed through downtown Eau Claire on Friday October 28. Most of the office's first floor was converted into a funnel of fright.

Trick-or-Treating 2011 (Downtown Eau Claire)

Hundreds and hundreds of costumed kids flooded downtown Eau Claire on October 28 for the annual afternoon trick-or-treating fun – with local businesses spooking it up to dole out the sugary goodness.

5 Popular Dog Breeds for Families

Not sure which pooch is the prime pick for your family? There’s lots to consider before adding a furry member to your household. Every family is different and so is every breed. Here’s a short list of five popular dog breeds for families.

Boys & Girls

what do you do when your boy acts ... like a boy?

Back in college, I had some pretty big plans for my future children. They were gonna be awesome. And smart. And unique. They weren’t going to be like other kids, with their Disney bedroom sets, and their Wiggles CDs, and their SpongeBob SquarePants.

It's Autumn: Keep the Kids Moving

ten ideas for keeping the kids active as the weather gets chilly

Autumn is upon us, and if you’re like me, you’re eager to get outside and enjoy the brisk weather and changing colors of the season. Fall also means back-to-school, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of outdoor fun. Here’s some awesome tips ...