Residents split on proposed Eau Claire County sand mines
Eau Claire County residents at a public meeting Monday evening were split on the benefits of proposed sand mining operations in the county, with some saying the industry will bring needed jobs and others fearing damage to the environment.
Eau Claire students film anti-bullying music video
EAU CLAIRE A diminutive young boy ambles toward his school locker. Behind him, two ruffians approach and knock several books from his hands.
Eau Claire Students film music video on...
EAU CLAIRE A diminutive young boy ambles toward his school locker. Behind him, two ruffians approach and knock several books from his hands.
Fond du Lac, Eau Claire diocese merger sent to...
A new Episcopal Church diocese encompassing the upper three-fourths of the state could be the result of a planned merger between the dioceses of Fond du Lac and Eau Claire.
Eau Claire woman accused of stealing ring from...
An Eau Claire woman is accused of stealing a ring from a corpse during a funeral home visitation.
Proposed Eau Claire County sand mine will get...
Eau Claire County planners have agreed to give themselves more time to review current and future applications for silica sand mine developments because of the complex and controversial issues surrounding the mines.
Menomonie clinic to feature low rates, flat fees
A longtime family physician from the Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is opening his own practice in Menomonie that will feature flat fees at low rates that he hopes will bring affordable health care to his patients.
Bullfrogs get walk-off win to end regular-season...
The Green Bay Bullfrogs finished their 2011 regular season with a walk-off 5-4 win in the bottom of the ninth Sunday afternoon over the Eau Claire Express at Joannes Stadium.
Four generations of family enter Gods service
EAU CLAIRE He was the son of a Baptist minister, but the Rev. Paul van Gorkom didnt plan on following in his fathers footsteps.
Nine Wisconsin cities make Forbes' business,...
If you're looking to run a business or have a great career in a small city, Wisconsin is not a bad place to be, according to Forbes. Six Wisconsin cities ranked among the top 100 in the publication's list of the nation's "best small places for business and careers."Eau Claire, La Crosse and Appleton led Wisconsin, ranking 38th, 39th and 40th, respectively. Oshkosh placed 71st; Racine ranked 81st and Sheboygan capped off the top 100. Also making Forbes' 184-city list was Fond du Lac (107th),...
Northwoods League: Bullfrogs waste three-run lead
The Green Bay Bullfrogs couldnt maintain an early three-run lead Monday, losing to the Eau Claire Express 8-4 in a Northwoods League game.
Eau Claire native Paul Menard uses fuel-mileage...
INDIANAPOLIS Wisconsin driver Paul Menard became NASCARs newest first-time winner Sunday with an upset victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a track steeped in tradition for his family.
Northwoods League: Ervin drives in 4 in Bullfrogs...
Phillip Ervin had three hits and four RBIs and was a single away from hitting for the cycle as the Green Bay Bullfrogs beat the Eau Claire Express 10-6 on Sunday afternoon in a Northwoods League game at Joannes Stadium.
Eau Claires Paul Menard wins Brickyard 400
INDIANAPOLIS Paul Menard of Eau Claire, has won his first career Sprint Cup Series race by conserving fuel then holding off Jeff Gordon to pull off an upset victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Northwoods League: Hoenecke lifts Bullfrogs
Paul Hoenecke homered and had two RBIs as the Green Bay Bullfrogs scored six runs in the first three innings and cruised to a 7-3 victory over Eau Claire in the first game of a Northwoods League doubleheader Saturday night at Joannes Stadium.
DNR to hold hearing on future of farm
EAU CLAIRE The public will get a chance to weigh in on the future of a central Wisconsin deer farm where the first case of chronic wasting disease in farm-raised deer was discovered.
Legion baseball: Freemans hit helps Southwest tip...
EAU CLAIRE Green Bay Southwest used a seven-run fourth inning, highlighted by Matt Freemans two-run double, to defeat Wisconsin Rapids 9-4 on Friday at the River City Classic American Legion baseball tournament.
Tubing accident kills 1 in Chippewa Co.
A 29-year-old Eau Claire resident is dead after a tubing accident on Lake Holcombe in Chippewa County.
Northwoods League: Green Bay Bullfrogs lose to Eau...
Josh Schefferts three-run home run Tuesday lifted the Eau Claire Express to an 8-5 victory over the Green Bay Bullfrogs.
Northwoods League: Bullfrogs cant hold on
EAU CLAIRE The Green Bay Bullfrogs jumped out to an early lead Monday on a bases-loaded walk by Billy Moon but were unable to hang on in a 2-1 loss to the Eau Claire Express.
First Banking Center wins $6.4 million judgment
The defunct First Banking Center of Burlington won a $6.4 million judgment against the developers of the Wrightwood condominiums in Lake Geneva.The condominiums are two blocks from the Lake Geneva waterfront and the project's design was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, according to a website for the development. Targeted buyers are age 55 and up, the website says.First Banking Center, which is known as Talmer Bank and Trust under its new owner, received the judgment earlier this month in Walworth...
Northwoods League: Moon continues hitting streak...
EAU CLAIRE Alec Mehrten had a double and a triple for the Green Bay Bullfrogs in Fridays 4-3 loss to the Eau Claire Express in a Northwoods League game.
Badger Blueprint bought by American Reprographics
American Reprographics Co. said this week that it acquired Waukesha-based Badger Blueprint Co., a provider of reprographics and document services to architects, engineers and contractors.Badger Blueprint's Waukesha and Oconomowoc offices are expected to remain open. Former owner Scott Schamens will become sales director for American Reprographics' Wisconsin region, which includes offices in Brookfield, Madison and Eau Claire."By adding the strength of (American Reprographics) and their...
Northwoods League: Moons three hits lift Bullfrogs
EAU CLAIRE Billy Moon had three hits, an RBI and a run scored while Chris Migani and Andy Hunter added two hits apiece as the Green Bay Bullfrogs stopped the Eau Claire Express 7-2 in a Northwoods League baseball game on Thursday.
WIAA girls state basketball tournament
At Madison, senior center Alex Cohen had 25 points and senior guard Ashley Green added 21 as Nicolet routed Eau Claire North to advance to the state final for the first time.

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