Making Connections: Local Teacher Wins Award for Diversity Education

Putnam Heights teacher Tyra Perine believes adding inclusivity and subtracting hate makes for a better educational experience for all

In the past year, teachers have been through the wringer when it comes to educating local kiddos. Amidst masking mandates, global fear and uncertainty, and challenging working conditions in the academic realms, teachers trooped forward ...

Blending Creativity, Tradition: True Lor Vue Brings Passion for Art to Leadership Role

new Hmong association director brings education, artistic background to her position, hoping to create more collaborations

“I have the heart of a mother,” said True Lor Vue, the new executive director of the Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association. “I love people, and I care for people, but at the same time, I have the mind of an entrepreneur ...

Saloon to Stories: Former Saloon Owner Pens Children’s Book

former owner of Sheeley House Saloon in Chippewa Falls writes witty tale for his grandkids about emotions

"Why is My Grandpa Grumpy?" by Jim Bloms is a heartfelt story, inspired by his granddaughter, Jules, and aims to help children understand that other people’s emotions are not their fault...

WHAT A CATCH! Local 10-Year-Old Snags Monster Sturgeon

don’t worry: the 5-foot, 6-inch fish was released after posing for photos

Ten-year-old Christian Severud (he’s in the center of the photo) has had a goal since he moved to Eau Claire: to reel in a big fish ...

TIMBER! Donation of Forest Products Will Give Museum a Northwoods Look

new Children’s Museum of Eau Claire will be built with timber elements

When it opens next year, the new Children’s Museum of Eau Claire on North Barstow Street will include some unique architectural elements, including $425,000 worth of structural round timber. That timber ...

What a Catch! Local 10-Year-Old Hooks 70-Year-Old Sturgeon

Christian Severud always dreamed of catching a cool fish, but he never imagined he would catch one twice his size ...

While 10-year-old Christian Severud may not have had goldfish, he did have a goal: to reel in a big fish. And, on May 24, he did. Big time. While fishing with his grandparents at Phoenix Park in Eau Claire, he caught ...