Wed. Aug. 11th, 2021 | Sawyer Hoff, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Similar to how the strongest of steel is forged by fire, Denny Klass was forged in fire departments – as he has been around them his entire life. From exploring them as a kid, to working in one ...
Mon. Jul. 12th, 2021 | James Johonnott
Epic poetry, live performance, and a beer combine in a heroic one-man show this Friday. John Heimbuch is performing Charlie Bethel’s popular one-man ...
Thu. Jul. 1st, 2021 | Sawyer Hoff, photos by Andrea Paulseth
The renowned Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts once again opens its historic doors to show the Menomonie area the countless ways art can be shared, as it recently announced an exciting lineup of events for its 2021-2022 performance season ...
Tue. Jun. 29th, 2021 | Rebecca Mennecke, photos by Timothy Mather
For a city of just over 16,000 people, menomonie might seem like nothing extraordinary. And that’s precisely why Dustyn Dubuque and Becca Schoenborn of Downtown Menomonie Inc. decided to launch their debut podcast ...
Thu. Jun. 3rd, 2021 | Keely Khoury, photos by Elizabeth Schultz
The Dunn County Fair Board is excited to welcome visitors back in person to this year’s Dunn County Fair. It’s officially summer when the fairgrounds open! This year, the fair runs from Wednesday, July 21 to Sunday, July 25 ...
Wed. Jun. 2nd, 2021 | V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Menomonie’s bustling food scene will surprise you with its depth of options and richness of flavors. With the help of readers ...
Tue. Jun. 1st, 2021 | Rebecca Mennecke
A new Dunn County park encourages locals to do one thing: play. WoodWind Park, which officially opened last winter, has already offered opportunities for snow tubing, skiing, hiking, and ...
Fri. May. 28th, 2021 | Shay Mattiuz
Suds up! One unique part of Menomonie life and culture is the city’s three (!) independent breweries. One began out of respect for area manufacturing, another was inspired by adventures through Europe, and the third grew out of a desire ...
Wed. May. 26th, 2021 | Hannah Bryson
Looking for a new adventure? Townies and tourists alike should check out these six natural beauties that capture Menomonie’s beauty and history...
Mon. May. 24th, 2021 | Keely Khoury, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Excitement returns to Friday nights as the Red Cedar Speedway gets back on track! The 2021 season opened on April 30 ...
Sat. May. 22nd, 2021 | Parker Reed, photos by Andrea Paulseth
“We’re making a difference one donut at a time,” Donut Sam’s co-owner Michael Husby said. Menomonie donut shop Donut Sam’s (521 Second St. East) opened its doors one year ago, and those 365 days were anything but typical for a new business ...
Fri. May. 14th, 2021 | Sawyer Hoff, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Calling all sweet tooths! You can now get a side of ice cream with your sweet treats at C&J’s Candy Store, located at 342 Main St. E in downtown Menomonie. In March, the shop added delicious Wisconsin-made ice cream flavors...
Wed. Mar. 24th, 2021 | Spencer Kristof
The Landmark Conservancy, owners of the Devil’s Punchbowl in Menomonie, recently launched a campaign to raise money for a replacement stairway in the park. According to Sara Norman, Landmark Conservancy’s community outreach coordinator ...
Thu. Mar. 4th, 2021 | Rebecca Mennecke, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Nou Her has always loved to cook. The former bilingual paraeducator for the Menomonie Area School District fondly remembers watcher her older siblings and their spouses ...
Wed. Mar. 3rd, 2021 | Rebecca Mennecke, photos by Siri Benrud
The Menomonie Youth Hockey Association skates to the motto, “Girls Play Too.” It’s one of the reasons why the group has seen record involvement from female hockey players over the past decade.
Mon. Jan. 18th, 2021 | Pam Powers | UW-Stout
But film lovers will have a chance to see 28 films during a weeklong virtual festival from Thursday, Jan. 14, to Thursday, Jan. 21. Filmmakers will engage in live question-and-answer sessions and chat about their films ...
Fri. Jan. 1st, 2021 | Rebecca Mennecke, photos by Timothy Mather
This year’s winter farmers market in Menomonie will be as fruitful as ever, despite – you know. A global pandemic. The market will still take place at The Raw Deal (603 Broadway St.), and features no more than seven local vendors with a maximum of 35 total people ...
Wed. Dec. 30th, 2020 | Tom Giffey
Welcome to the family, Henry and Madeline, and Jack and Eliza, and – wait, is that another Jack? These are among the most popular names given to the babies born ...
Thu. Dec. 24th, 2020 | Emily Nelson
Later skater! If staying indoors all winter seems a little too chill, Menomonie, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls will have outdoor rinks open to the public. Though use of the rinks is free, you gotta bring your own skates – and don’t forget to practice social distancing ...
Wed. Dec. 23rd, 2020 | Rebecca Mennecke
This winter, get outside and play at Dunn County’s new recreational space, WoodWind Park. Formerly Deepwood Ski & Golf, this newly envisioned park offers potential for tubing, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and biking, as well as event venue space for weddings, formal events, showers, concerts, and reunions ...
Thu. Dec. 17th, 2020 | Rebecca Mennecke, photos by Andrea Paulseth
Rory Feddersen’s adventure into the sporting goods industry began when he saw a help-wanted sign at Riverside Bike & Skate in Eau Claire. With that and his passion for cycling ...
Mon. Dec. 14th, 2020 | Luc Anthony
You survived the 2020 general election. Congratulations! Now that another massive round of voting is complete, in one of the highest-turnout elections in state and national history ...
Tue. Dec. 8th, 2020 | Tom Giffey
Two Menomonie businesses are among a handful of top winners in a statewide contest for businesses that have addressed the COVID-19 pandemic in creative ways.
Sat. Dec. 5th, 2020 | Hayley Jacobson, photos by Andrea Paulseth
With chilly weather and snow-filled days soon upon us, there are plenty of amazing sledding hills to occupy your day ...
Tue. Dec. 1st, 2020 | Evelyn Nelson, photos by Kyle Lehman
As the pandemic continues, food processors across the Chippewa Valley see a spark of hope through the annual Fund Our Foodshed grants ...
