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Workers 'pretty nervous' after Harley-Davidson moves work from Wisconsin to Thailand
MENOMONEE FALLS — A lot of uncertainty for workers at the Harley Davidson plant in Menomonee Falls. The motorcycle maker announced it is moving some of its production to Thailand. “How are people feeling in there?” asked reporter Rebecca Klopf. “Pretty nervous,” said an unidentified worker. Watch:...
Cornel West received help from Trump allies to get on Wisconsin ballot: Report
Liberal independent presidential candidate Cornel West reportedly used allies of former President Donald Trump to gain ballot access in the battleground state of Wisconsin. According to a report from USA Today, West received a boost from Republican operatives who helped him gather the required amount of signatures to be placed on the ballot. Documents from […]
Lakeland Conference teams have varied depth, common goals
CADOTTAs a first-year head coach, Cadott’s Todd Rykal is not only excited for his team to hit the field this season, but is also keeping everything in its proper perspective. “The only thing I can think of is that this is my first year as a head coach and we are a very young team. I think the question for me and the students will be how can we grow up and get better together and impact this season positively and set the stage for...
Authorities name people involved in fatal 2-vehicle crash in Barron County
BARRON COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - Authorities are naming the people involved in a fatal two-vehicle crash in Barron County. According to a press release from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the person who died in the crash is identified as 71-year-old Ira Luplow of Menominee, MI. and the person who suffered life threatening injuries is identified as 56-year-old Patricia Kronquist of Rice Lake.
Eau Claire Begins Construction on PFAS Removal Facility
The Eau Claire Water Treatment Plant will soon be able to remove PFAS from the water supply after the City broke ground on a new facility. Plans for the new PFAS removal facility have been in the works since the City discovered the forever chemicals a few years ago. The chemicals were first detected in the drinking water in June of 2020. Then in July of 2021, the City’s water supply went over the Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ hazard index for the first time.
Milestones and memories as local CRBL teams retire their bats for the season
It’s a wrap. The Chippewa River Baseball League’s (CRBL) season officially ended with the coronation of the Eau Claire Cavaliers as conference champions for the first time in franchise history. Now that the local teams have had time to reflect on their seasons — and fresh off their participation in the Wisconsin Baseball Association (WBA) tournament — it’s a perfect time for the managers to discuss some of the high points of the recently completed 2024 campaign. ...
WIAC Announces Nominees For NCAA Woman of the Year, DIIICA Awards
MADISON, Wis.--The Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) has announced its nominees for the 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year and Division III Commissioner’s Association (DIIICA) Student-Athletes of the Year awards. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s Sophie Rausch has been selected as the WIAC’s nominee for both the NCAA Woman of...
Man Arrested After Officer Involved Shooting in Eau Claire Appears in Eau Claire County Court
(WEAU Staff, WEAU) A man who was arrested in an officer-involved shooting in Eau Claire appeared in court. According to WEAU Staff, 53-year-old Thomas Burback is charged with pointing a firearm at an officer, failing to comply with an officer and other charges. Eau Claire police say Officer Down Larson confronted Burback after responding to a report of a disturbance.
Amateur Baseball: Spring Valley out, Tilden in for this weekend’s Class A Finals in River Falls
The brackets have been set for this weekend’s Wisconsin Baseball Association Class A Finals at First National Bank of River Falls Field, but not without a little drama. The WBA announced Wednesday that the Spring Valley Hawks, who punched their ticket to the state finals with a 12-10, 15-inning marathon win over the defending state champion Tilden Tigers in last Sunday’s regionals, have been forced to forfeit that game due to the use of an ineligible player.
Mother-daughter duo opening Dogsenter in Washburn
A new business opening in Washburn, Wisconsin is set to become the go to spot for dog owners. Dogsenter, which opens on August 26th, is the new dog store that also offers an indoor and outdoor play area, washing stations, and beverages for owners. The idea came about after owner Pam Dahlheimer realized there was nothing in town for dog owners.
Sonnentag Center's opening week festivities announced
EAU CLAIRE — The Sonnentag Events Center will officially have its ribbon cutting on Sept. 12, but the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is planning a full week of events in connection with the long-awaited opening. The $122 million facility has been in the works since before the pandemic. The County Materials Complex, named for John and Carolyn Sonnentag and their business, will host Blugold athletics offices, competitions for basketball and volleyball, and has an indoor football field for practices. The center also features a sports...
JD Vance Wisconsin visit; Milwaukee Police Association endorses Trump-Vance
MILWAUKEE - Republican Vice Presidential Nominee JD Vance's plane made an emergency landing at Milwaukee Mitchell International Aiport shortly after departing the same airport on Friday, Aug. 16. After his speech at the Milwaukee Police Association building, the plane carrying Vance experienced some sort of issue while leaving Milwaukee Mitchell...
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