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Farm Technology Days sells out commercial space; big crowds expected
CADOTT — With just five weeks to go before Wisconsin Farm Technology Days opens in rural Cadott, organizers are optimistic of large crowds, with numerous activities and vendors on the grounds. The 2024 Wisconsin Farm Technology Days will be held Aug. 13-15 at the 360-acre Chippewa Valley Music Festival grounds, located at 24447 Highway S. Farmer Jamie Close, who owns 400 acres that border the festival on both the north and south, also will host many of the crop exhibits on his property. ...
Woman charged with pointing gun at another appears in court
CHIPPEWA FALLS — An 18-year-old Holcombe woman charged with pointing a gun at another person appeared in Chippewa County Court on Wednesday for a review hearing. Destiny Rhodes, 26840 Highway M, has been charged with intentionally pointing a firearm at another — domestic abuse and disorderly conduct by use of a dangerous weapon — domestic abuse. Rhodes appeared in person in court, where Judge Benjamin Lane set a return date...
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Eau Claire Express vs. Rochester Honkers, 6:35 p.m., Carson Park, 100 Carson Park Dr., Eau Claire. Brittany Jean, 7:30 p.m., The Oxbow Hotel & The Lakely, 516 Galloway St., Eau Claire. Bellamy Brothers Band, 8 p.m., Nashville North USA, 1300 N. 130th Ave., Fall Creek. Wednesday, July 10. Eau Claire...
We know the truth. Wisconsin voters can have confidence in our election system. | Opinion
From our years serving as election clerks in Chippewa County and Milwaukee County, we have the utmost confidence in Wisconsin’s election process. We are assured from our firsthand experience that it is tried, tested, and truly reflects the will of the voters. In an election year, we think it’s important to share why we are and have always been confident in Wisconsin’s election system. ...
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Brewery Trolley Tour — Northern Valley Edition 2024, 5 to 8:30 p.m., The Local Store at Volume One, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire. $40. 7000apart, 6 p.m., Gilligan’s, 2542 8 1/4 Ave., Chetek. Eau Claire Express vs. Minnesota Mud Puppies, 6:35 p.m., Carson Park, 100 Carson Park...
John Andersen: Class reunions, pool potential and aging buildings
Country Fest and the Fourth of July has come and gone. Next up on the local scene is the Northern Wisconsin State Fair, followed by Rock Fest. The summer is moving along and the stretches of rain we have had are annoying. In Wisconsin we cannot choose our weather, but comparing ourselves to other states I feel we come out better than most. A few things to talk about this week.
Robertson Sentenced For Felony Count Related to Multi-County Chase Last Winter
MERRILL, WI (WSAU) — An Irma man who led officers on a chase between Lincoln and Marathon Counties last December has pled no contest to one count of recklessly endangering safety. Court records show Bernard Robertson entered the plea on Tuesday and was sentenced to six years in the...
Attempted homicide suspect wants his police interview thrown out
CHIPPEWA FALLS — A man accused of repeatedly stabbing his friend in the neck with a broken beer bottle in May 2023 is seeking to have his interview with police tossed out of court, claiming he wasn’t properly given a reading of his Miranda rights. Abraham Sanchez-Galicia, 28, 219 W. Grand Ave., is charged in Chippewa County Court with attempted first-degree intentional homicide, mayhem, and first-degree reckless injury. Defense Attorneys...
Chippewa County Examines Healthcare Options
Chippewa County is going to look at the feasibility of a new hospital. The county last night listened to the pitch to spend 70 thousand-dollars to have the Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative look at what is needed to bring a new hospital to the Chippewa Valley. The 70 thousand-dollars is about half of the cost for the study. County Administrator Randy Scholz says in addition to a new hospital, he said the county needs a new morgue and new space for emergency services. No one is saying if the old St. Joe’s hospital is being considered for the possible new hospital in Chippewa Falls. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM THE CVHC.
Chippewa County's executive committee agrees to partially fund new hospital feasibility study
Chippewa County officials have voted to partially fund a hospital feasibility study in the hopes that it will pay off in the long-term for residents. The city of Chippewa Falls lost its only hospital when HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital closed in March. The Chippewa County Executive Committee agreed Tuesday...
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