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City of Eau Claire Encourages Residents to Sign Up for Alert Eau Claire Notifications

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 11, 2024

The City of Eau Claire has announced the launch of Alert Eau Claire, a vital service aimed at providing residents with essential alerts and emergency notifications. Jasmine Dutton, Risk Manager for the City of Eau Claire, emphasized the importance of subscribing to these notifications, stating, “By subscribing to Alert Eau Claire, residents are directly connected to essential alerts and emergency notifications.”Alert Eau Claire offers a range of notification options, including text, phone call (cell and/or landline), and email. Dutton highlighted the significance of these...

Waste incineration and renewable energy to be focus of Thursdays at the U

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 11, 2024

Dr. Lauren Wentz, professor of biology at UW-Eau Claire – Barron County, will be leading the upcoming Thursdays at the U lecture at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Barron County. The presentation titled “Something’s Burning: Waste Incineration” will delve into the process of waste incineration and its role in generating renewable energy.During the lecture scheduled for 12:30-1:30 p.m. on April 25, Dr. Wentz will discuss various types of waste incinerators and provide insights into how they operate, from waste collection to steam generation and air pollution...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Chippewa County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 10, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Chippewa County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Dressed for success: Students’ Safe Skin clothing idea advances to state Big Idea Tournament

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 10, 2024

Students Bri Noble and Mikayla Obsuszt from UW-Stout will be representing their clothing design concept, Safe Skin, at the state WiSys Big Idea Tournament. The idea, developed during UW-Stout’s Ideation Jam, aims to create a line of base-layer clothing to protect wearers of chemically treated uniforms. The team highlighted the importance of using safer materials and dyes made from plants like aloe vera and turmeric in their pitch to prequalifier judges.Kim Nimsgern of Casual Panache commended the idea, stating, "This is such an interesting idea and a great opportunity for...

In 2022-23 school year, white students had highest representation in Chippewa County districts

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 10, 2024

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Chippewa County districts' student body in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

UW-Stout’s Fashion Without Fabric Showcases Philias and Phobias

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 10, 2024

In front of a captivated audience of more than 750 attendees, the UW-Stout 3D Design first-year students recently showcased their creative talents at the sold-out Fashion Without Fabric runway show. The event, held on April 6, featured 117 student design teams presenting their sculptured costume designs based on this year’s theme of Philias and Phobias.The students' designs delved into the realms of fears and obsessions, from the love of the color yellow to the fear of purple, showcasing the intricate relationship between passion and dread. Makayla Durango, Jolene...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Chippewa County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Chippewa County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in St. Croix County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout St. Croix County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

Governor Evers calls special meeting over hospital closures and PFAS funds

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 9, 2024

MADISON – Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) and Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) have expressed support for Governor Evers’ call for a special meeting of the Joint Committee on Finance. The aim is to approve $15 million to address HSHS hospital closures and release funds to curb PFAS pollution.

1 gas station in cities throughout St. Croix County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 6

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 8, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout St. Croix County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

UW-Stout Spring Showcase: Celebrating Student Research and Innovation

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 8, 2024

Nearly 300 undergraduate and graduate students, including standout student researcher Ethan Kalin, will be presenting at Research Day on Monday, April 29, at the Memorial Student Center Great Hall and ballrooms. Kalin shared, "Hands-on research opportunities in my undergrad boosted my confidence in my knowledge, skillset and love for science in countless ways."Anne Hoeltke, the director of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at UW-Stout, emphasized the importance of research in providing a broader educational experience for students. She stated, "This is one of...

UW-Eau Claire Students Awarded NIH Grant for Research at Mayo Clinic

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 8, 2024

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire undergraduate students have been granted the opportunity to conduct high-level laboratory research and training at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, this summer through a nearly $600,000 National Institutes of Health grant. The new UW-Eau Claire – Mayo Clinic Regenerative Neuroscience Scholars (ReNS) program aims to provide valuable summer research opportunities for students in the fields of neuroscience and regenerative sciences.Dr. Brad Carter, assistant professor of biology, expressed his enthusiasm for the program, stating, "These...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within St. Croix County in week ending Apr. 6?

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout St. Croix County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

UW Board of Regents approves five new academic programs

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 7, 2024

The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents has recently approved the introduction of five new academic programs at UW-Stout, Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University. The new programs, set to begin in the fall, include Bachelor of Science degrees in biology, chemistry, and physics, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in illustration, and a Master of Professional Studies in design, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.According to Glendalí Rodríguez, the provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at UW-Stout, the university's faculty and staff have been commended for their...

Which former Chippewa Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?

By Chippewa Valley Times | Apr 7, 2024

These former Chippewa Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8.