Fri. Feb. 22nd, 2019

Questions of Faith: Nickolas Butler’s third novel grapples with controversial subjects in a familiar landscape

Eric Rasmussen, photos by Andrea Paulseth

The advice to ignore certain topics at the dinner table still holds true today, although we often forget that custom. Politics and religion have the power to unite the like-minded and divide everyone ...

Thu. Feb. 21st, 2019

Spotting for Start-Ups

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Menomonie business owner offers insight into Chamber benefits

Thu. Feb. 21st, 2019

Building Community Brick by Brick and Board by Board

Tom Giffey, photos by Andrea Paulseth

market & johnson has created an award-winning business by keeping customers first

Thu. Feb. 21st, 2019

27 Years, 80 Acres

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

local photographer practices mindfulness from behind the lens

Wed. Feb. 20th, 2019

Winning Winter: Eau Claire is chosen for program to promote winter fun

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Eau Claire is about to get serious about achieving winter wonderland status. In January, the city was selected out of 63 applicant cities to participate in Wintermission, an initiative to encourage ...

Tue. Jan. 29th, 2019

Teaching Kindness

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

At the Northwest Reading Clinic, Ruth Harris has brought 50 years of life-changing gifts to the Chippewa Valley.

Thu. Jan. 24th, 2019

Divine Consignment

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

bridal consignment shop expands local offerings

Wed. Jan. 23rd, 2019

Are You Ready for Best Night?

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

celebrating the Valley’s best for one night only

Wed. Jan. 23rd, 2019

The Art of Slow Cooking

Diana Peterson, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Karl’s Bar-B-Q Express gives catering success a Chippewa Falls home

Tue. Jan. 22nd, 2019

Working Together: CoLAB will be a cooperative coworking environment

Tom Giffey, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Upon stepping into the open-concept second-floor office in downtown Eau Claire, there’s little indication that this space played a critical role in the growth of one of Eau Claire’s most talked-about companies ...

Tue. Jan. 22nd, 2019

For Home, for Family: Local woodworker expands with family name

Haley Wright, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Nick Endle, the craftsman behind Endle Home Goods (formerly Nick’s Wood Shop), is rapidly expanding his local business. Endle, a full-time web developer, started working with wood in 2014 ...

Tue. Jan. 22nd, 2019

Valley Media Works, EC’s community TV center, aims to buy old fire station

Tom Giffey, photos by Andrea Paulseth

The 70-year old masonry block block building on North Hastings Way still looks a lot like what is used to be: a fire station. To Valley Media Works, the organization that operates Eau Claire’s community ...

Tue. Jan. 22nd, 2019

Tapped Potential: Brewing Projekt to open spacious riverside taproom

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

It won’t be long before the din of drinking and socializing joins with the cacophony of canning machines in the new Brewing Projekt Taproom on 1807 N Oxford Ave. Scheduled to open in mid-February, the modern, airy taproom ...

Thu. Jan. 10th, 2019

Silver Mine Celebrates 50 Years of High-Flying Ski Action

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

The 133rd Silver Mine Invitational ski competition marks a special milestone for the popular winter event. The Silver Mine complex is celebrating its 50th anniversary of hosting the event – the organization has dubbed the theme of this year’s competition ...

Thu. Jan. 10th, 2019

Teachin’ Truckin’

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

January food truck workshop on the way

Thu. Jan. 10th, 2019

Good Guessers: Local Authors Publish New Thriller 'Paperclip'

Nealy Corcoran, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Long-time Chippewa Valley residents and local authors Dan Woll and Walter Rhein have released their newest novel, Paperclip. Published by Burning Bulb, the book is a thriller based on historical events such as MKUltra ...

Wed. Jan. 9th, 2019

Jamf Employees From All Over the World Gather in EC, Where Software Firm Was Born

Tom Giffey, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Jamf and the software it creates may have spread to the four corners of the Earth since the company was founded in 2002, but this month the firm’s workforce will return to where it all began: Eau Claire ...

Wed. Jan. 9th, 2019

Menomonie Brewery Renovates, Opens in Old Train Depot

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

More beer is on the horizon for Menomonites with the grand opening of Brewery Nønic scheduled for Jan. 19. This craft beverage project is located at 621 4th St W, formerly the Menomonie railroad depot ...

Wed. Jan. 9th, 2019

"Nobody Cares What You Think" – A Craft Talk From Our Very Own

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Mike Paulus knows that nobody cares what he thinks. It’s one of the most notable lessons he’s learned during his years (and years) of column writing for Volume One. He’s going to share this insight, as well as many others ...

Wed. Jan. 9th, 2019

Exercising the Senses

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

new Menomonie gym designed for kids with special needs

Wed. Jan. 9th, 2019

In the New Year, Think

Haley Wright, photos by Andrea Paulseth

YMCA yoga instructor talks yoga for beginners

Thu. Dec. 27th, 2018

For the Love of Kubb

Tom Giffey, photos by Andrea Paulseth

tourism grant will highlight Eau Claire as a kubb destination

Thu. Dec. 27th, 2018

Embracing the Odd

Rayna DeJongh, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Odd Humyns + Odd Brand Strategy introduce the School of Odd

Thu. Dec. 27th, 2018

Waffles for a Cause

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Chippewa Falls nurse opens coffee and waffle shop to fight homelessness

Thu. Dec. 27th, 2018

Buck Up for the Birkie

Nealy Corcoran, photos by Andrea Paulseth

skiers from near and far gear up for North America’s largest cross-country race

Thu. Dec. 27th, 2018

Night Time Is the Right Time

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

chilly fun comes to Pinehurst Park on Thursdays this January and February

Thu. Dec. 27th, 2018

Third Annual Light Up Eau Claire Brings Fun Downtown

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Downtown Eau Claire will become a hub of New Year’s Eve excitement Dec. 31 during the Light Up Eau Claire event. Now in its third year, the celebration features live music at multiple downtown venues ...

Thu. Dec. 13th, 2018

A Fugue Good Men

Tori Johnson, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Orenda Fugue’s latest is a thank you to a supportive, friendly music scene

Wed. Dec. 12th, 2018

All Students Are Welcome: Black Student Alliance opens Black Cultural Center at UWEC

Nealy Corcoran, photos by Andrea Paulseth

After more than a year of effort, UW-Eau Claire opened a Black Cultural Center in November inside Centennial Hall.

Wed. Dec. 12th, 2018

UWEC Is the Most LGBTQ-Friendly Campus in the State Thanks to Its Gender & Sexuality Resource Center

Eric Christenson, photos by Andrea Paulseth

UW-Eau Claire is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly campuses in the country. You might’ve seen the headlines. Campus Pride, a national nonprofit, gave the university ...

Wed. Dec. 12th, 2018

Eau Claire Woman Uses Her Voice to Support the Local Latino Population

Lauren Fisher, photos by Andrea Paulseth

It was only three months ago that federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from Illinois moved into Wisconsin, arresting 83 people in 14 counties between Sept. 21-24 – just four days.

Wed. Dec. 12th, 2018

Seeking a New Home: Hmong association searching for larger space for programs, gatherings

Tom Giffey, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Forty years ago, Hmong immigrants fleeing their Southeast Asian homeland found a new home in the Chippewa Valley. Now, the Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association needs a new home as well.

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars - Ben Komro, RE/MAX Real Estate Group

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Earning a Client's Smile

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars - C&M Real Estate

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Buying, Selling, Building

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars - Property Shoppe Realty LLC

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Focused on Local

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars - Copper Key Home Solutions

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Working for Renewal

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars - Team Tiry

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

A Part of the Team

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars - Nate Moquin, RE/MAX Affiliates

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

It’s All About the Process

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars 2018

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

key players & personalities in the Valley's real estate market

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Real Estate Rockstars - Mary F. Rufledt, Elite Realty

V1 Staff, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Dedication to Others

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Picking the Ideal Tree

Barbara Arnold, photos by Andrea Paulseth

seasonal trimming tips you needle to know

Fri. Nov. 30th, 2018

Ice & Steel: Junior league hockey team brings icy action to Chippewa Falls

Luc Anthony, photos by Andrea Paulseth

If the Chippewa Valley is known for a particular sports passion (besides football’s ubiquity), one would choose baseball and hockey as two stand-out options. Both have enough of a following to garner ...

Thu. Nov. 29th, 2018

Twice the Space to Forage: Shared kitchen expands, offers extra space for collaboration

Nealy Corcoran, photos by Andrea Paulseth

Launched in February of 2014 during the Banbury ArtCrawl, Forage EC is a neighborhood commercial kitchen and venue located in the historic Banbury Building. Owners Michelle Thiede and Kristen Dexter ...