Goodwill NCW’s gala shows the “power of possibilities”
Goodwill NCW’s gala shows the “power of possibilities”Annual Goodwill Starts With You! Gala shares success stories and impact GREEN BAY – Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW) held its fourth annual Goodwill Starts With You! Gala event Wednesday, October 7. The evening brought together community members and local leaders in the Atrium at Lambeau Field to celebrate the lives changed through Goodwill NCW’s mission, thanks to our communities’ generous donations that power possibilities and transform
CVTC recognizes colleagues for excellence in teaching, service, leadership
CVTC recognizes colleagues for excellence in teaching, service, leadership EAU CLAIRE – Chippewa Valley Technical College recognized 12 employees and instructors today for their outstanding contributions to students, colleagues and the college during its annual employee awards ceremony. The awards recognize excellence in teaching, student support, leadership and the many ways employees contribute to a positive college culture. “We are fortunate to have so many employees who are deeply
Royal Credit Union Earns Bronze Marketing Association of Credit Unions Award for Team Hebert Curling
Royal Credit Union Earns Bronze Marketing Association of Credit Unions Award for Team Hebert Curling Campaign EAU CLAIRE, Wis. –Royal Credit Union (Royal) received a Bronze Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Award for its social short-form video campaign created in partnership with Team Hebert Curling. The award was presented during the 2026 Marketing Association of Credit Unions Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona. The campaign paired financial education with the strategy, precision,
Menomonie Culver’s Clue-themed Flavor of the Day, Brewery Nonic’s limited-edition brew will support
Menomonie Culver’s Clue-themed Flavor of the Day, Brewery Nonic’s limited-edition brew will support Blue Devils at homecoming Fundraisers, family-oriented activities, athletic events set for alumni, community Oct. 15-18 Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 8, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – The game’s afoot at UW-Stout Polytechnic’s 2026 homecoming, Thursday, Oct. 15, to Sunday, Oct. 18. With a Clue-based weekend theme, alumni, students, supporters, and community members anticipate the
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Menomonie Market Food Co-op meals boosted by UW-Stout Polytechnic animation
Menomonie Market Food Co-op meals boosted by UW-Stout Polytechnic animation faculty, students’ commercial Collaboration captures local business’s vision, recognizes ‘value of human-made art’ Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 6, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. –Menomonie Market Food Co-op has seen a boost in guests recently after launching an animated commercial on social media, promoting its $6 Monday Value Meals. Available at both the Menomonie and Eau Claire locations, the meals provide a
Cooperative Childcare Solutions Webinar
Childcare challenges affect more than families. They affect employers, local economies, and the vitality of rural communities. Across the Upper Midwest, insufficient access to affordable, quality childcare is contributing to workforce disruption while putting additional pressure on childcare providers and workers. What can communities do to move forward? Join the University of Wisconsin Center for Cooperatives and Cooperative Development Services for Cooperative Childcare Solutions: Understanding the Crisis
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National art competition victory puts UW-Stout Polytechnic student’s autumn illustration on greeting
National art competition victory puts UW-Stout Polytechnic student’s autumn illustration on greeting card Student wins $10,000 scholarship, blends artistic talent with interest in real estate, architecture Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Oct. 5, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – An autumn-themed artwork by a University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic student will soon be featured on a greeting card produced by the Gallery Collection, a leading national publisher of holiday and greeting
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CVTC hosts free care for veterans event 2026
CVTC hosts free care for veterans event Services include dental care, haircuts, ultrasounds, wellness screenings EAU CLAIRE – Each year, Chippewa Valley Technical College offers free services to veterans during the Give Vets a Smile one-day event. This year, the College welcomes veterans to campus from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, to receive these free services. “Give Vets a Smile is a wonderful opportunity for our students to put their skills into practice while serving those who have
RCU Celebrates International Credit Union Day
News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Click here to read the full press release on our website Image attached Royal Credit Union Celebrates International Credit Union Day and the Steady Signal of Cooperative Finance EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Royal Credit Union (Royal) is joining credit unions around the world in celebrating International Credit Union Day® on October 15, 2026, honoring the trusted role credit unions play in helping people navigate financial decisions with clarity, confidence, and
Dunn County Health Department Awarded Community Foundation Grant to Continue Community Resource
Dunn County Health Department Awarded Community Foundation Grant to Continue Community Resource GuideDunn County Wisconsin, October 1, 2026 – On September 24, 2026, the Community Foundation of Dunn County awarded the Dunn County Health Department a $3,500 Community Impact Grant from to support the continuation and distribution of the Community Resource Guide for 2026–2027. The guide serves as a trusted “one-stop shop” for local resources, helping residents find information on housing, food access, mental
SAMUELS GROUP ACQUIRES CREATIVE BUSINESS INTERIORS, EXPANDING WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS ACROSS WISCONSIN
SAMUELS GROUP ACQUIRES CREATIVE BUSINESS INTERIORS, EXPANDING WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS ACROSS WISCONSIN Acquisition brings together two established Wisconsin organizations to create a stronger statewide resource for workplace strategy, furniture and interior solutions.WAUSAU, Wis. – October 1, 2026 – The Samuels Group announced today the acquisition of Creative Business Interiors, bringing together two established Wisconsin organizations with a shared commitment to creating exceptional environments and
UW-Stout Polytechnic AI-driven tools enhance access to historical information
UW-Stout Polytechnic AI-driven tools enhance access to historical informationApplied mathematics student, archivist build resources for researchers, genealogists, community members Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 30, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – At University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic’s University Archives and Area Research Center, thousands of handwritten records, such as genealogical surname cards, court files and naturalization documents, hold decades of regional history that
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UW-Stout Polytechnic esports student athletes bring their talent to coaching roles
UW-Stout Polytechnic esports student athletes bring their talent to coaching roles at Durand-Arkansaw High School Partnership reflects polytechnic principles, provides leadership experience Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 23, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – Two University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic esports student athletes will bring their competitive and leadership experience to the high school level after being selected as coaches by Durand-Arkansaw School District for the
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Hundreds of national employers seek UW-Stout Polytechnic students
Hundreds of national employers seek UW-Stout Polytechnic students, alumni to meet hiring needs Industry panels on AI, video production career pathways among new additions to week-long Career Conference Story Link Photos attachedSept. 22, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – Recruiters from hundreds of companies across the United States will travel to University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic to interview students and alumni for co-ops, internships and post-graduation professional positions during the university’s
School of Art & Design students take over Q.arma with juried ‘Fieldwork’ exhibition
School of Art & Design students take over Q.arma with juried ‘Fieldwork’ exhibition UW-Stout Polytechnic fine arts students display nearly 60 contemporary works in three-story exhibition in Minneapolis Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 16, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – Cradled in straps of pale linen, supported by a copper-piping frame, rests a foot-long double-headed spoon, forged and fastened to the lower portion of a white-tailed deer leg and hoof. Around the corner, adhered
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UW-Stout Polytechnic’s healthy fall enrollment growth among strongest in state
UW-Stout Polytechnic’s healthy fall enrollment growth among strongest in state Increase in students, program growth follows polytechnic name change Story Link FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 14, 2026 MENOMONIE, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic has opened the 2026-27 fall semester with some of the strongest enrollment growth among its peers across the Universities of Wisconsin, once again demonstrating the draw of a polytechnic education. Total enrollment at UW-Stout Polytechnic
Royal Credit Union Expands Treasury Management Expertise
Royal Credit Union Expands Treasury Management Expertise to Help Businesses Reduce Risk and Improve Efficiency EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Royal Credit Union (Royal) is expanding its Treasury Management expertise to help business Members strengthen fraud prevention, simplify financial processes and more effectively manage cash flow. As part of that investment, Royal has welcomed Annette Wanchena as Vice President - Treasury Manager. In this newly created leadership role, Wanchena will provide strategic
Taking the Mic: Public Speaking as a Business Growth Strategy in Eau Claire-Menomonie
Research published in Harvard Business Review in August 2025, analyzing more than 5,300 investor pitches, found that how founders communicate can shift their funding acceptance rate from 2% to nearly 35% — a 17-fold difference driven entirely by presentation skill. That gap doesn't close at the investor meeting. For business owners in Eau Claire-Menomonie, public speaking is a lever that moves outcomes across every stage of growth: landing partnerships, winning clients, and building the kind of reputation
