Marshfield Clinic Hallie Center nears opening Nov 22, 2008
In addition to primary care services, Marshfield Clinic Lake Hallie Center will provide Urgent Care services for the northern part of the Chippewa Valley, including Chippewa, northern Eau Claire and eastern Dunn Counties. In the coming months, a pharmacy will also open. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Book celebrates grandmothers Nov 21, 2008
Book proceeds benefit the Chippewa Valley Cultural Association and the UW-Eau Claire Women's Association Grant Fund ... The book is available at St. Bede s Monastery Book Store, 1190 Priority Road, Eau Claire, The Bookends in Menomonie, 214 Main St. E., across from the Mabel Tainter Memorial, and the Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 S. High St., Chippewa Falls ... The book sales benefit, equally, the Chippewa Valley Cultural Association and the UW-Eau Claire Women's Association Grant Fund. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Study: County's health about average Nov 21, 2008
By contrast, Eau Claire County has an overall ranking of fifth, Dunn 18th, Taylor 26th, Clark 37th, Barron 49th and Rusk 55th ... Sawyer County includes the reservation for the Lac Courte Oreilles band of Lake Superior Chippewa in northwest Wisconsin, and Clark County is a farming area just east of Eau Claire in western Wisconsin. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Jefferson County is getting healthier Nov 21, 2008
The report revealed significant differences between the healthiest places such as Ozaukee, Waukesha, Dane, Iowa and Eau Claire counties, and the least healthy places such as Menominee County, city of Milwaukee, Marquette, Juneau and Forest counties. The health of a community is determined by a number of factors, such as health insurance, smoking rates, high school graduation and air quality, Remington said. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Sand plant foes blitz city council Nov 20, 2008
Patricia Popple of Concerned Chippewa Citizens speaks Tuesday night while attorney Glenn Stoddard of Eau Claire listens ... What you see tonight is only the beginning, said the group s attorney, Glenn Stoddard of Eau Claire. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Study: Ozaukee is Wisconsin's healthiest county Nov 20, 2008
Sawyer County includes the reservation for the Lac Courte Oreilles band of Lake Superior Chippewa in northwest Wisconsin, and Clark County is a farming area just east of Eau Claire in western Wisconsin. The study also found wealthier counties tended to be healthier, which was no surprise, Remington said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Officials urging caution with lead in venison Nov 20, 2008
Feed My People Food Bank, in Eau Claire, sends food to 61 food pantries and agencies in 14 west-central Wisconsin counties, including Barron County ... Oakwood Hills Animal Hospital in Eau Claire agreed to X-ray samples for free, with results ranging from no lead to some lead to higher levels of lead. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Looking back...Nov. 19 Nov 20, 2008
53 planned from Eau Claire to Superior. J.C. Banks, former mayor and current chairman of the Highway Committee, calls the one-exit plan "unbelievable.". (Chetek Alert, WI)
Study reveals some public records requests not properly fulfilled Nov 20, 2008
The Eau Claire city attorney rejected a request for e-mails sent by the city manager on Sept. 2. Waupaca Police denied a request for a list of police calls to a local high school. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Health of La Crosse County ranks 14th Nov 20, 2008
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published - Thursday, November 20, 2008. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Valley teen has some big questions Nov 20, 2008
I hope you find support from friends and family in your home area, if not, you are welcome here in Eau Claire Wisconsin where there is open welcome for everyone and open effort to be inclusive. Though it would be a loss for Alaska if you leave. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Attorneys host 100th legal clinic at library Nov 19, 2008
He coordinates the clinic s operation, including scheduling the volunteer attorneys, who are mostly private practice attorneys from Chippewa County and Eau Claire. COMMENTS. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Veteran essays: Eighth-graders learn about military life of Raihle, van Helden, Kaduce Nov 19, 2008
While he was away his wife was at home in Eau Claire. His wife Lillian, and their one year old son and one month old son moved back home with her parents while he was away. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Veteran essays: Globensky, Zenk, Laramy, Moran share best, worst of times Nov 19, 2008
He and his friend went to Eau Claire to sign up for something else but instead they signed up for U.S.A.F. basic flight training. At age 18 in 1954 he was in basic flight training. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Missing Wisconsin Mother Found Dead, Ex-Husband Arrested Nov 18, 2008
Investigators told station WEAU in Eau Claire that the couple's 2-year-old twin boys were in state custody. Related. (Fox News)
Daggers in danger of folding Nov 17, 2008
The last time Rhinelander played was on Oct. 30 in Eau Claire. ADVERTISEMENT. (Forest Republican, WI)
Ruff brought blasts: Blackhawk takes Player of the Year honor Nov 16, 2008
Most recently, she has competed with the Eau Claire Air club volleyball program. She was willing to learn and able to take constructive criticism and use it to benefit her, former Air coach and current McDonell coach Kat Roesler said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
State prepares new tools for snow storms Nov 16, 2008
exercise with 60 participants from 15 agencies was held in the Eau Claire area in September. A lot of good has come out of the February snowstorm, Getter said. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Missing woman found, former husband arrested Nov 16, 2008
Investigators told station WEAU in Eau Claire that the body was found in a desolate part of eastern Jackson County and that the couple's 2-year-old twin boys were in state custody. Relatives told the LaCrosse Tribune it was unlikely the woman would leave the children behind. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Violet B. Olson Nov 14, 2008
She was employed at AAA in Eau Claire for several years. She was a Past Grand Matron of Order of Eastern Star in Eau Claire ... She is survived by: a son Richard Rick (Margaret Powers) Olson of Eau Claire; three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
CMU Hoops Signs Two Forwards Nov 13, 2008
Joining the Chippewas next season will be 6-7, 220-pound forward of Eau Claire (Wisc ... Eau Claire North qualified for the Division I state tournament last year where it lost to eventual champion Wauwatosa East. (ChippewasInsider.com)
Program blends job training with community service Nov 13, 2008
Senior Citizens Employment ing, Inc., operating out of Eau Claire, coordinates the program in Barron, Chippewa, Eau Claire, Clark, Dunn and Taylor counties. Seniors need only meet the income eligibility requirements, live in one of the six counties and be age 55 or older to qualify for free job-preparation services. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Anderson files civil suit against county Nov 13, 2008
The suit cites examples from WEAU-TV, WQOW-TV, Eau Claire Leader-Telegram, Rice Lake Chronotype, Barron News-Shield, The Chetek Alert, Marshfield News Herald, Wisconsin Rapids Tribune, Daily Reporter, radio stations in Amery and Rice Lake and other media outlets. The suit adds that Barron County is also responsible due to Hebert's position as county administrator. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Got plans for the weekend? Nov 13, 2008
Eau Claire classic rock band Divided Highway plays a free show at 9 p.m. at The Bar, 4054 W. Sixth St., Goodview, Minn. free, (507) 454-0128. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Records: Tuesday, Nov. 11 Nov 12, 2008
2:39 a.m. A deputy arrested Jamie G. Robinson, 24, for OWI 2nd offense on County X. Robinson was also wanted on Eau Claire County warrants. 8:01 a.m. Donald R. Loew reported someone scattered nails on his driveway at 6465 190th St.. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Foreclosure filed on The View; Paradise Shores also closed Nov 12, 2008
The manager at Wissota View, Reba Sheridan, departed for Whiskey Dick s in Eau Claire ... The foreclosure action on Wissota View names Jeffrey White, doing business as Valuation Specialists, 3940 Oakwood Hills Parkway, Suite 12, Eau Claire, as a co-defendant ... In a Jan. 28, 2008 mortgage with The View as security, Lambert borrowed 300,000 from David D. Westgate, 6101 North Shore Drive, Eau Claire. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Gloria A. Hable Nov 12, 2008
She is survived by: her husband Thomas Hable of Bloomer; sons, Peter (Mary) of Eau Claire, Joel of South Beloit, Ill. Frederic of Eau Claire, Christopher (Clare) of Romeo, Mich. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Obituaries for Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 Nov 10, 2008
Following three years of study at UW-Eau Claire, he was accepted to University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in autumn of 1974 ... Norma was very proud of the fact that she supported the World War II efforts by working in a government munitions plant in Eau Claire, Wis ... She was born in Eau Claire, Wis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Democrats seek long-term leadership Nov 9, 2008
Obama won Eau Claire County by more than 22 points, for example, far higher than Kerry s 10-point win in 2004 ... Terry Moulton, R-Chippewa Falls, in the 68th Assembly District that includes parts of Eau Claire County ... And freshman incumbent Jeff Smith, D-Eau Claire, defeated his GOP challenger by 18 points. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Business Briefs Nov 8, 2008
Rockwell received her BA in Public Relations from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire and a Master of Nonprofit Management from Hamline University ... LarsonAllen has announced the addition of Cory Wiese as a principal in the tax department of its Eau Claire office ... Wiese has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and a Certificate in State and Local Taxation from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Agnes K. Zenner Nov 8, 2008
Updated Nov 07, 2008 - 22:49:01 CST. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Public Service Commission to discuss problems in 715, 920 area codes Nov 6, 2008
The 715 area code covers central and northern Wisconsin including Eau Claire, Wausau and Marinette. The 920 area code runs from Fort Atkinson to Washington Island in eastern Wisconsin. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Duane D. Hodgson Sr. Nov 6, 2008
and Penny Hodgson, of Eau Claire; two sisters, Jean (Harlan) Rogers, of Silver Bay, Minn. and Nona (Sam) Rouscher, of Bloomer; two brothers, Jerry (Candi) Hodgson, of Chetek, and Perry (Sylvia) Hodgson, of Menomonie; 11 grandchildren, Kendra, Jason, Cody, Kailee, Joshua, Zachary, Lawrence, Jessica, Penny, Ricky and Serena; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. (Chetek Alert, WI)
County rail plans could boost area economy Nov 6, 2008
"Our goal is to keep the [rail] corridor from Eau Claire to Rice Lake operating." ... A Union Pacific Class 1 track runs through Eau Claire and Menomonie. (Chetek Alert, WI)
DNR warns dog owners about fatal algae toxin Nov 5, 2008
They happened in Beaver Dam, Eau Claire County after hunting in Minnesota, and another unspecified location in the state. DNR water management specialist James Vennie says the toxin is released when the algae die. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Ron Kind wins seventh term Nov 5, 2008
Kind fended off a challenge from Republican Paul Stark, an Eau Claire homebuilder, who carried about 36 percent of the votes. Stark praised Kind as a formidable candidate but vowed to run again in two years. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Last stand for Assembly Republicans? Nov 5, 2008
The hotter races included a bid by Democratic economist John Waelti of Monroe to unseat two-term GOP incumbent Brett Davis of Oregon, and in Eau Claire, stay-at-home mom Kristen Dexter's challenge of two-term GOP incumbent and archery shop owner Terry Moulton. Republicans conceded nothing, targeting a number of open seats and vulnerable Democratic incumbents, chief among them communications professor Kim Hixson, a first-termer from Whitewater. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
8 U.S. House incumbents in Wis. win re-election Nov 5, 2008
In District 3 in western Wisconsin, Democratic incumbent Ron Kind, 45, of La Crosse, won a seventh term, beating Republican Paul Stark, 47, who owns a home building company in Eau Claire, and Libertarian Kevin Barrett, 49, of Lone Rock. Barrett was known for his claim that the U.S. government orchestrated the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Election stories from around Wisconsin (437) Nov 5, 2008
The hotter races included a bid by Democratic economist John Waelti of Monroe to unseat two-term GOP incumbent Brett Davis of Oregon, and in Eau Claire, stay-at-home mom Kristen Dexter's challenge of two-term GOP incumbent and archery shop owner Terry Moulton ... District 3 in western Wisconsin, where Democratic incumbent Ron Kind, 45, of La Crosse, sought a seventh term against Republican Paul Stark, 47, who owns a home building company in Eau Claire, and Libertarian Kevin Barrett, 49, of Lone... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Elections are finally at hand Nov 4, 2008
Another race has incumbent Republican District Attorney Jon Theisen being challenged by Eau Claire attorney and Democrat Holly Wood Webster. There s another factor to consider. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Proposed Xcel Energy rate increase disputed Nov 4, 2008
paper mill in northern Wisconsin that closed in 2006 and reopened later that year under new ownership, some speakers said in Eau Claire during the hearing that PSC staff members held Monday afternoon by videoconference. No one spoke at the Madison or University of Wisconsin-La Crosse hearing sites during the afternoon session. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The great 2008 'Paper Debate' -- Featuring Third District Congressional candidates Paul Stark and Ron Kind Nov 3, 2008
The Dunn County News Online - Our Front Page. Updated Nov 02, 2008 - 07:08:46 am CST. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Thompson to campaign for Hegenbarth in 91st Nov 1, 2008
The 92nd District encompasses nearly all of Jackson County as well as parts of Eau Claire, Clark and Monroe counties. Gronemus, a Democrat who has represented the 91st District for 26 years, has refrained from endorsing any of the four candidates vying to replace her. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Behind the scenes, electors play role in presidential democracy Nov 1, 2008
Hicks, a retired educator from Eau Claire, who got involved with the county Democratic party in 2003, said when nominated he thought of the college that elected George Washington as the first president with 69 votes in 1788. I couldn t help but think of what an honor it is, he said, to play through the whole drama of our democracy. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Sweet redemption Nov 1, 2008
The Hodags now will face Eau Claire Memorial, which beat Hudson 1-0 in the other sectional semifinal. The two teams will face off Saturday at Wausau West at 1 p.m.. (Forest Republican, WI)
Program expands to Chippewa County, giving kids free weekend meals Oct 31, 2008
Feed My People s Weekend Kids Meal program, which began three years ago in Eau Claire, has added Parkview Elementary School in Chippewa Falls and Bloomer Middle School to its distribution sites this fall ... Feed My People volunteers currently assemble bags of food containing two breakfasts and two lunches weekly for 435 children in Eau Claire and Chippewa Counties, as compared to 300 last year a 45 percent increase ... Currently those include in Eau Claire County: the Boys & Girls Club,... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Diederichs, Seibel tops in 4-H speaking contest Oct 31, 2008
Two county youth were selected to represent Chippewa County at the area contest in Eau Claire on Oct. 23. Shannon Diederichs was selected to represent the Elementary Division, youth in grades 5-6, with her speech, Bike Trail Blues. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Thrilling Finishes in Volleyball Sectionals Oct 31, 2008
Eau Claire North def ... Eau Claire Regis def ... Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran. (The Insiders -- Wisconsin Prep)
Milwaukee second in state health care cost Oct 31, 2008
There is a 22 percent variation between Eau Claire, the highest cost metro area and Madison, which is the lowest cost metro area ... While Eau Claire and Milwaukee have the highest costs, Green Bay has the highest inflation rate, up 262 percent since 2000. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Theisen facing first opposition in D.A.'s race Oct 30, 2008
Holly Wood Webster, 30, an Eau Claire County attorney, is running this year, and trying to make Theisen s performance in the office the issue ... He worked at the law firm of Herrick and Hart in Eau Claire until his election as district attorney ... She is married to Benjamin Webster, an assistant district attorney in Eau Claire County. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Jodi Lynn Shimko Oct 30, 2008
Jodi is survived by: her husband Timothy Shimko; daughters, Angel Lin Gordon of Chippewa Falls and Savanah (Chad) Milander; along with granddaughter Tessa Lynn Milander all of Eau Claire; her mother Linette Kazmierkoski; brother John (Ricki) Kazmierkoski all of Bruce; several nieces and nephews; and numerous other aunts, uncles and friends. Jodi also had two dogs she loved: Tipsy and Tinkerbell. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Barron County Courthouse News Oct 30, 2008
Darren A. Rud, 40, Eau Claire, charged with disorderly conduct and lewd, lascivious behavior-exposure (Aug. 16), was set to be released on a $1,000 signature bond Oct. 22 on condition that he does not enter bars, taverns or liquor stores, possess or consume alcohol, or have contact with Lakeshore Resort. (Chetek Alert, WI)
New Auburn promoting WIAA nine-man football Oct 30, 2008
Members of the Dairyland Conference located near the Eau Claire area also expressed interest in modified football. Small schools from other parts of the state have called requesting information as well. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Looking Back Oct 30, 2008
James Niederloh and Gene Bebel of Chetek, juniors at Wisconsin State College, Eau Claire, were accepted as pledges for membership in Eta Phi social and service fraternity. Mr. and Mrs. George Trowbridge will observe their golden wedding anniversary on Nov. 2. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Delwin P. Anderson Oct 30, 2008
one daughter, Robin (Dave Kaisler) Anderson, of Racine; one brother, Roger (Jean) Anderson, of Hudson; one sister, Ilene Trautlein, of Eau Claire; two grandchildren, Zachary and Emily; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents Peter and Esther Anderson; wife Ruth; one brother, Glen; one sister-in-law, Bernie; and special companion Peggy Wirth. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Food shelf helps a variety of people--Louise Driver Oct 30, 2008
With the help of community groups, individuals, organizations, Feed My People (an organization out of Eau Claire that lets us purchase food for 14 cents per pound) and one government-run program, we were able to give out 85,233 pounds of food ... Checks can be sent to Wendy Folkers: Ameriprise, 1740 Bracket Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Obituaries for Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008 Oct 29, 2008
Marian is survived by two sisters, Betty Anderson of La Crosse and Margaret Niedzwiecki of La Crosse; a brother, John Dolezel of Eau Claire, Wis. a sister-in-law, Mary Dolezel of La Crosse; and many nieces and nephews. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Q&A: Dr. Tom Roberts knows diabetes personally Oct 29, 2008
Roberts and his wife of 43 years, Barbara, have three sons Christopher, a physician in internal medicine at Midelfort Clinic in Eau Claire; Patrick, a podiatrist at Midelfort; and Daniel, a database administrator at Gundersen Lutheran. Roberts answered questions about diabetes. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
La Crosse health insurance rates among fastest-growing Oct 29, 2008
Eau Claire topped the 2009 list with an average single monthly premium of 665. 97. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Newton to celebrate 100th birthday Nov. 2 Oct 28, 2008
From 1954 to 1974, she taught in the Chippewa County and Chippewa public school systems while attending the University of Wisconsin in Eau Claire. There, she earned both her bachelor s degrees and continued with classes toward her master s until she had to take mandantory retirement at age 65. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Mielke, Obey clash over bailout Oct 28, 2008
Eau Claire, Chippewa County s neighbor to the south, is in the 3rd Congressional District. COMMENTS. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
PSC to hold hearings on Xcel rate request Oct 28, 2008
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin will hold public hearings Monday in La Crosse, Madison and Eau Claire on Xcel Energy s request to raise electric rates. Recent decreases in fuel prices are a major reason why any increase likely will be smaller than the one Xcel asked for nearly three months ago. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Swiggum takes on Suder in rematch Oct 27, 2008
Education: Graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire with a bachelor's degree in journalism and political science ... It also includes the town of Wilson in Eau Claire County, the town of Taft in Taylor County, portions of Marathon and Wood counties and most of Clark County. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Health care hot topic in 68th Assembly race Oct 26, 2008
The 68th Assembly District includes the towns of Hallie, LaFayette and Wheaton, the village of Lake Hallie and the 16th Ward of the city of Eau Claire in Chippewa County. In Eau Claire County it includes most of the city of Eau Claire and the towns of Union, Seymour, Ludington and Lincoln ... Address: 7410 Lakeview Drive, Eau Claire. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Cadott's Englert headed to state Oct 26, 2008
Cadott s boys team finished third to Webster and Eau Claire Regis ... La Crosse Logan won the boys race and Eau Claire Memorial was second. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
