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Western Wisconsin delegate attends RNC
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Republicans from all over the nation are gathering in Milwaukee and some are even from here in Western Wisconsin. While most eyes are on the presidential candidate Donald Trump and his newly-announced running-mate J.D. Vance, WEAU spoke to Matthew Rust, a delegate from St. Croix County, who is also at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
In 50th year, River Falls Days chops it up
River Falls celebrated their 50th annual River Falls Days from Thursday, July 11, to Sunday, July 14. For River Falls Days visitors and attendees, the Main Street parade, Taylor Swift lazer light show to the River Falls Lions Club duck races made for a memorable weekend. Vendors, food booths, live...
Illinois Town Evacuated After Heavy Rain Causes ‘Imminent’ Dam Failure
More reports of damage are continuing to come in from Monday night's storm that ripped across Illinois and Wisconsin, with one town being evacuated because of the threat of flash flooding. The National Weather Service has several Flash Flood Warnings in effect at the time this article was published, with...
New Twin Cities domestic violence shelter to allow pets
MAPLEWOOD, Minn. — The nonprofit Tubman broke ground on Wednesday night at Harriet's Haven for Pets in Maplewood.It's a first for the Twin Cities: a place dedicated to protecting Minnesotans from violence with a place for their pets, too. The space will be added on to its domestic violence shelter. Tubman says more than half of domestic violence survivors delay leaving abusive relationships because they're afraid their pets won't be safe. Now, those pets will be able to come with them. The shelter is expected to open early next year. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________Domestic Violence Resources: For anonymous, confidential help, people can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224.
Chamber Welcomes Midbrod Electric with a Ribbon Cutting Celebration
GREATER STILLWATER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE / PRESS RELEASE Chamber Welcomes Midbrod Electric to the Chamber and Community. Krist Midbrod, owner of Midbrod Electric, cut the ribbon at the Chamber welcome celebration on June 25th, 2024. Stillwater, MN. The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed local business. Midbrod Electric to the...
Get Your Kids Vaccinated: Washington County Hosts Clinic at Newport Elementary
Parents in Washington County have an opportunity to catch their kids up on vaccinations before the school year ramps up, thanks to a collaboration between the county, South Washington County Schools, and Homeland Health Specialists. A vaccine clinic has been set to take place for students aged 18 and younger, as per Washington County, Minnesota, providing an easy way to ensure children's immunizations are up-to-date.
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