The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

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The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

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The official student newspaper of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire since 1923.

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The Chippewa Valley on display

Volume One’s ‘Best Night’ returns
Byline photo of Ambrosia Wojahn
Story by Ambrosia Wojahn, Editor-in-Chief • February 17, 2026

 

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Photo by Ambrosia Wojahn
Volume One’s Best Night, held at the Lismore downtown, was a community-wide celebration highlighting small businesses and individuals across the Chippewa Valley.

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