Opening Letters
Heroics on (And Off) the Tundra
can legendary Lambeau Field compete with the “best night” of teens’ lives?
Pop or Classical? Why Choose?
In a musically rich area like the Valley, we should take pride in enjoying different styles of music
Think Libraries Are Passé? Think Again
despite claims to the contrary, libraries are still vital to our communities
Resolved to Unplug
in a Wi-Fi world, some Chippewa Vallians are taking steps to get away from the screen
A Man in the Woods Critiques a Man of the Woods
Justin Timberlake’s new brand of woodsy aesthetic feels a little shallow
Function Over Fashion
the onset of winter allows Wisconsinites to forego stylishness in favor of staying warm
Oh Come, Little Children
a dirt-brown bus, a bearded man, and a simple gift form an indelible Christmas memory
Surviving Another Tick Season
walking in the woods while (mostly) avoiding the creepiest of creepy-crawlies
What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Sweatier
making peace with exercise on the other side of 40
Sandpipers in the Gallery
art appreciation can require changing your perspective – literally and figuratively
An Old Story and a New Story
we can’t pretend the Chippewa Valley is free of bigotry and racism, but we can decide to be on the right side of history
How Did Eau Claire Get Its Name? The Water Is Clear, but the Truth Isn't.
Is the much-repeated tale of how Eau Claire got its name a myth?
Eau Claire Is Making National Headlines. Here's Why You Should Care.
With significant media attention in recent months from throughout the Midwest and beyond, is this “new” Eau Claire the real deal, or is it all an unsustainable flash in the pan?
Merging Into the Fast Lane?
arrival of ride-sharing services signifies city’s growth, but it’s not the only tipping point
Gambling for Another Good Book
if reading is addictive, then the public library is a pusher
In Defense of the Video Store
you can have your Netflix algorithms; I’ll rely on a clerk named Keith
Chronic Senioritis
planning Senior Skip Day gives high school students a taste of ‘real world’ complexity
How to Win the Eastside Hill Thrift Sale
a step-by-step, yard-by-yard guide to treasure hunting
Oddball? No, V Ball
I always wondered what the fuss was about the Viennese Ball – now I understand
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