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Police department tackles recruitment challenges in Chippewa Falls with five officer candidates
Police recruitment across the U.S. has seen a notable drop in the last decade, which has impacted nearly every department in America. While Chippewa Falls has been far from immune from the law enforcement recruitment struggle, the police department is fighting hard to become fully staffed. The Chippewa Falls Police...
Motivational Monday: Volunteer
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) -Hello Wisconsin’s Ellie Pomerleau kicks off the first day of July with a new installment of Motivational Monday that spotlights some volunteers and volunteer opportunities in the Chippewa Valley to motivate people to lend a hand. Jane and Tim Dresel have been volunteering at schools...
CF sex offender charged with failure to register; warrant issued for his arrest
CHIPPEWA FALLS — An arrest warrant has been issued for a sex offender accused of violating his registration status. Leonard B. Holling, 34, was charged in Chippewa County Court with one count of violating his sex offender registration requirements. Judge James Isaacson has issued a warrant for Holling’s arrest. Holling was convicted in La Crosse County in 2013 of causing mental harm to a ...
Committee supports hospital feasibility study
CHIPPEWA FALLS — The Chippewa County Executive Committee has endorsed a plan to spend $70,000 toward a feasibility study on building a new hospital. The committee met Tuesday afternoon, when members unanimously approved sending the funding request to the full County Board for approval. Chippewa County Administrator Randy Scholz talked about the plans and why the study is needed to show a new ...
Healthcare gap: A new Chippewa Falls hospital?
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. – With people still reeling from the unexpected shutdown of the HSHS-Prevea health system, Chippewa County is looking for what to do. The County Board’s executive committee has begun reviewing a plan from the Chippewa Valley Health Cooperative for $70,000 to jump-start a feasibility study for a new hospital. HSHS’s St. Joseph Hospital is now vacant. The nearest emergency services are 12 miles away in Eau Claire.
Man Convicted Of Burglary In Bloomer Sexual Assault Case To Be Deported
A man from Honduras will be deported as part of his sentence after he was convicted of burglary and bail jumping in Chippewa County Court last week. The charges stem from a July 2017 sexual assault at Bloomer Inn & Suites, 1616 Woodard Road. Jesus F. Dominguez-Sorto, 26, of Norcross,...
Runaway Cow in Chippewa County
The Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning about a runaway cow that escaped from a farm on State Highway 27 on Tuesday. The cow broke through a fence and evaded capture. Authorities advise caution for those driving in the area south of County Highway S in Cadott,...
Eau Claire man charged with failure to maintain sex offender registry in Chippewa County
An Eau Claire man has been charged in Chippewa County Circuit Court with failure to maintain his sex offender registry status. Justin L. Ramirez, 38, appeared in Chippewa County court Tuesday through video. Ramirez is listed as homeless on court documents, though he is believed to be living in Eau Claire.
4 Bedroom Home in Cadott - $850,000
Incredible custom built home on almost 40 acres in southern Chippewa County. Super convenient location just north of Olson Dr and new shopping. Maintenance free brick exterior, multiple trex decking w/ steel cable railing system. Solar power, sustainable heating and cooling systems, this is an extremely efficient luxury home. Gorgeous locally milled hardwood throughout the home, including custom paneled walls & cherry cabinetry throughout are just some of the features that cannot be duplicated at this price point! 9' ceilings, open concept living looking out onto incredible views of the gorgeous acreage will make you never want to leave! Multiple bedroom suites on main & 2nd floor that are accessible via staircase or elevator! 3rd floor cupola gives you an amazing vantage point for scouting wildlife. Home has everything from a safe room, indoor shooting range, spa room & multiple home offices & workshops. 2018 outbuilding w/ 12' overhead doors, fully finished & heated perfect workshop.
Cow on the loose in Chippewa County
CHIPPEWA COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - The Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help regarding a cow on the loose. According to information from the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, a farm on State Highway 27, south of County Highway S in Cadott, had a brown jersey-like cow break through fencing.
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