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Julia Johnson speaks on behalf of Pablo Properties at the April 6 press conference. (photo courtesy of Bill Hoepner)

Hotel to be built near Sonnentag Center

Story by Anna Smith, Staff Writer
April 14, 2022
Four beverages, including a Brewing Projekt smoothie beer, a sour beer called ‘The Tumi,’ a coffee-inspired beer called ‘Breakfast at Wiley’s’ and the ‘Keep ‘Em Honest’ beer.

3rd and Vine

Story by McKenna Dirks, Editor-In-Chief
April 5, 2022
Weve got a lot of love for each other and the music, said fourth-year student Joe Zak

The Chatarunga talks their new “Stay Bendy” tour

Story by Anna Smith, Staff Writer
April 4, 2022
Local makers came together at Forage in Eau Claire.

Eau Claire Maker’s Market highlights local creators

Story by Lisa Snyder, Staff Writer
April 4, 2022
Nathan Rich performing comedy for a crowd at a local bar in Eau Claire

Nathan Rich, student by day and comedian by night

Story by Elliot Adams, Managing Editor
February 23, 2022
A seat at the table

A seat at the table

Story by Rosa Gómez, Freelance Writer
February 11, 2021
When Riverview Cafe doesn’t sound appealing, Midwest Meals prides itself on being a healthy alternative.

Eau Claire eats

Story by Avery Shanahan, Freelance Writer
February 4, 2021
Madison Dier, founder of Madcraftin, holds the first embroidery outline for her “Normalize Normal Bodies Series.” The series highlights Dier’s personal acceptance of body image and an inspiration for her customer following.

Embroidery series fosters message of inclusivity

Story by Evelyn Nelson
December 8, 2020
The Devil’s Punchbowl is a 10-15 minute drive outside of downtown Menomonie, where there are a variety of hiking paths and waterfalls to explore.

Weekend shenanigans

Story by Evelyn Nelson
October 19, 2020
As the spread of COVID-19 continues, restaurants are scaling back their services in an attempt to “flatten the curve” and slow the outbreak.

Eau Claire eats

Story by Jenna Erickson, Freelance Writer
April 2, 2020
The Unusual Message exhibit is on display through Oct. 2 and is free for the public in the Foster Gallery.

Foster Gallery features “Unusual Message”

Story by Evelyn Nelson
September 18, 2019
With the launch of a new online website, Every Bitch Needs a Scrunchie showcases new ways to purchase locally.

Scrunchie sales and self-starters

Story by Evelyn Nelson
September 12, 2019
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