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Eau Claire offers electronic comment form for city council meetings

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 23, 2024

If you are unable to attend the next City Council meeting or do not wish to speak at the meeting but want to let Council Members know your opinion on a particular agenda item, you can use the Electronic Comment Form.

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Podcast highlights UW-Eau Claire sports events and coach's insights

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 23, 2024

The "Rollin' with the Golds" podcast has released its 35th episode titled "We are Extremely Passionate about UW-Eau Claire." This episode features Dan and Nick discussing the upcoming National meet for the Blugold track and field teams, as well as summer camps organized by the Blugolds.

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Ekoue clinches discus title as NCAA Championships kick off for Blugolds

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 23, 2024

The 2024 NCAA Division III Track & Field Outdoor Championships commenced on Thursday in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire athletes made their mark with notable performances.

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UW-Eau Claire announces Rural Health Innovation Alliance targeting improved rural healthcare

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 22, 2024

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, in collaboration with Chicago-based Health Equity Innovation Partners, has announced the creation of the Rural Health Innovation Alliance. This initiative aims to bring together healthcare providers, entrepreneurs, and other partners to improve healthcare delivery in rural areas. The alliance's goals are to enhance access and outcomes while reducing costs.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dunn County in week ending May 18?

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 21, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dunn County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Dunn County in week ending May 18

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 21, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dunn County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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UW-Stout students collaborate with nonprofit Sleep In Heavenly Peace to build beds for children

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 21, 2024

With nearly one in ten children in Dunn County living in poverty, a team of UW-Stout students and a local nonprofit chapter has built 25 twin beds to help meet children’s basic needs for their physical, emotional, and mental support.

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University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's hockey announces team awards for 2023-24

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 21, 2024

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's hockey team has revealed the recipients of their annual team awards for the 2023-24 season. The awards were determined by votes from the team members.

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University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire prepares for NCAA D3 outdoor track championships

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 20, 2024

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will send 21 student-athletes to compete in the 2024 NCAA Division III Track & Field Outdoor Championships. The event will be hosted by Coastal Carolina University at Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, from May 23 to May 25.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Chippewa County in week ending May 18?

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 20, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Chippewa County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Dunn County had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 18

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dunn County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Chippewa Valley Times area weekly mass times

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 18, 2024

The following parishes in the Chippewa Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Blugold alumnus earns dual Tony Award nominations

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 18, 2024

Larry Lelli, a University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire alumnus, has been nominated for multiple Tony Awards in his debut as a Broadway producer. Lelli, who graduated in 1990 with a degree in applied instrumental music, has had an extensive career on Broadway as a drummer and percussionist.

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Long-serving sign language interpreter retires from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 18, 2024

After a commendable tenure of 36 years, sign language interpreter Rachel Kohn is retiring from her role at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Kohn has been an integral part of more than 170 commencement ceremonies held at Zorn Arena, a 72-year-old facility which is also hosting its last graduation ceremony.

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Tracy Drier appointed vice chancellor for finance at UW-Eau Claire

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 18, 2024

Tracy Drier has been named permanent vice chancellor for finance and administration at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire after holding the interim position for the past four months. Drier replaces Grace Crickette, who retired from UW-Eau Claire after serving as vice chancellor since 2020.

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UW-Eau Claire athletes earn all-region honors in track and field

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 18, 2024

All-Region honors for the 2024 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track & Field season were announced by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) after the regular season concluded. Among over 2400 student athletes recognized, 17 athletes from UW-Eau Claire received acknowledgment as Blugolds on the USTFCCCA North All-Region teams.

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Mayo Clinic physicians stress importance of partnerships to graduates

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 18, 2024

More than 100,000 students have graduated from ceremonies at Zorn Arena. On Saturday, two Mayo Clinic physicians addressed University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire graduates, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in achieving success. Dr. Richard Helmers, regional vice president for Mayo Clinic Health System in Wisconsin, and Dr. Tim Nelson, director of innovation for Mayo Clinic Health System in Northwest Wisconsin, delivered the “Charge to the Class” to 1,485 graduates at three ceremonies.

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2.8% of citizens unemployed in Chippewa County in 2021

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 17, 2024

The unemployment rate in Chippewa County hit 2.8% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within St. Croix County in week ending May 11?

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 17, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout St. Croix County was found at two gas stations in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Claire Beck earns place on NFCA All-Region third team

By Chippewa Valley Times | May 17, 2024

The National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) has announced the 2024 NFCA Division III All-Region teams, featuring 376 student-athletes from 167 schools. Among those honored is Claire Beck from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, who earned a spot on the NFCA All-Region third team for her performance during her junior season.