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Candlelight Ski 2026 is BACK ON - January 30th

2nd Update: "Despite the broken furnace and flooded depot, the 2026 Candlelight Ski is BACK ON! Friday, January 30, 2026 6 to 9 PM outside the Red Cedar Trail Depot (824 Hudson Road, Menomonie WI). - Ski the Red Cedar Trail and see the beautiful ice wall - Walk the Junction Trail Due to thin snow conditions, snowshoes will not be available. Ski rentals available in advance from Stout Adventures. After skiing on candlelit trails, warm up around a glowing bonfire with a cup of

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Notes for the Week - January 29th

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Council delays Ward 9 alderperson appointment

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WI Supreme Court In-Person Interviews: Maria Lazar - Feb. 4th

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Water main break

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Council delays Ward 9 alderperson appointment

At the January 20th meeting, the Menomonie City Council voted to delay appointing a replacement for the vacant Ward 9 alderperson seat, opting instead to open the position to interested residents. Ward 9 Council Member Sydney Brennen officially resigned effective January 9, 2026, after moving out of the ward. Mayor Randy Knaack proposed appointing former Ward 9 Alderperson Chad Schlough to complete the remainder of the term, which runs through April 2027. Schlough was the pre

City/County

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Water main break

City crews are responding to a water main break at 3rd Street West & 19th Avenue West. Please see the graphic attached to this post for the area affected and road closures. Crews are currently working to get the leak under control before repairs begin. Residents in the surrounding neighborhood may experience no water, low water pressure, or discolored water during this time. Service will be restored as soon as possible today. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve

City/County

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National Identity Theft Awareness Week

Identity theft can affect anyone — from online accounts and financial information to your very identity being used without your permission. That’s why this week, the Menomonie Police Department is joining national efforts to raise awareness and share practical tips to help protect you and your loved ones. What is Identity Theft? Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal information — like your Social Security number, financial accounts, or other identifying data

City/County

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Free movie showing at UW-Stout: Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Jan. 30th

Blue Devil's Production will be hosting a showing of the film Ferris Bueller's Day Off. There will be two showings, one at 6pm and one at 9pm in APPA 210. This event is free and open to the public. You are welcome to bring snacks, drinks, and blankets. We hope to see you all there! From the Blue Devil's Production Facebook page . APPA 210 is a large, tiered lecture hall in UW Stout's Applied Arts building, located off of 13th Avenue. (See pictures below.)

Entertainment

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Free comedy show: Aiko Tanaka - January 29th

Free comedy show at UW-Stout! Blue Devil Productions presents Aiko Tanaka on Thursday, January 29th, from 7-8 pm at the MSC Terrace. The public is welcome to attend. Find out more about Aiko Tanaka on her website: https://aikotanaka.com From the BDP Facebook page .

Entertainment

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Menomin Wailers Sea Shanty Sing-Along - February 18th

From the Menomin Wailers Facebook page .

Community Events

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Notes for the Week - January 29th

Upcoming blood drives: Dunn County Government Center - Wednesday, February 4th, 9 am - 3 pm Phillips Medisize - Thursday, February 5th, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Christ Lutheran Church - Thursday, February 5th, 12 pm - 6 pm Alliance Church - Monday, February 9th, 11:30 am - 4:30 pm Cedarbrook Church - Tuesday, February 10th, 10 am - 4 pm Leisure Services Center - Friday, February 13th , 9 am - 3 pm UW-Stout - Thursday, February 19th, 10 am - 4 pm

Community News

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UW-Stout Dean's List Fall 2025

The Dean's List recognizes undergraduate students who complete a minimum of 12 undergraduate GPA-affecting credits with a 3.5 or higher grade point average for the Fall and Spring terms. Students can request a certificate noting the achievement. Four-Star Recognition is given to students who attain a straight "A" average with a minimum of 12 undergraduate credits for the semester. Menomonie Trevor Alderden Trevor Anderson Klarese Applebee Deven Ayres Mary Berg Sean Best Taylo

Community News

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Wisconsin Foster Closet accepting items

This is the current list of clothing sizes we have space for. Thank you for your patience as we recouped from the holidays rush. We will update as needed. We are so grateful for all you do. From the Wisconsin Foster Closet Facebook page .

Community News

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Sorensen earns 1st Team All-BRC in girls tennis

Senior Isabel Sorensen earned 1st Team All-BRC honors in tennis. Sorenson finished second in the conference at #1 singles and earned a spot at the state tournament as a special qualifier. Congratulations Izzy!

Community News

Jan 15

MHS Wrestling: Get Excited For A Bright New Season

Photo by Siri Benrud Photography By Bryce Shepard and Jake Anderson The Menomonie High School wrestling team proves a rich history and looks to continue developing culture with the high quality athletes that return. The class of '26 seniors have been a part of a Mustang team that has been competing in the team sectional qualifier three years in a row. While the 2023-24 team made Menomonie history by punching a ticket to team state. In that historic run, the ’23 team fought to

Community News

Jan 15

Menomonie Boys Hockey Starts Fresh

Photo courtesy of Siri Benrud Photography By Rylee Hintzman Menomonie Boys Hockey kicks off its season with a fresh new coaching staff, but lost 11 seniors last year, and is looking for players to fill those spots. This year’s coaching staff consists of head coach Alex Stuckert, assistant coach Ryan Booth, and assistant coach Mike Sullivan. Menomonie has five seniors this year: Wren Swaenepoel (Forward), Davin Ellis (Goalie), Ryan Xu (Defenseman), Brock Wilkens (Defens

Community News

Jan 15

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Doris A. Sanasac

Doris Anne Sanasac, age 82, of Menomonie, Wisconsin, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Monroe Manor in Barron, Wisconsin. Doris was born on April 3, 1943, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to Fred and Lois (Edmonds) Rassbach. She grew up in Menomonie and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1961. It has often been told that Doris met the love of her life, Rupert “Sonny” Sanasac Jr., through church. Their affection grew while washing dishes t

Obituaries

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David L. Brenholt

David Lee Brenholt, age 85, of Menomonie, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, and was welcomed into heaven. David was born on April 25, 1940, to Richard and Gilma (Berg) Brenholt. He grew up in the Chetek area and graduated from Chetek High School in 1958, where he was recognized as an all-star athlete. In August of 1964, David married Judy Kuns. Together they raised three children. Judy preceded him in death in 1997. He later married R

Obituaries

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Martha Grundeman

Martha Idella Grundeman, age 92 passed away peacefully on January 17th, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System - Red Cedar in Menomonie. She was born April 7, 1933, in Otter Creek township to Palmer and Mary Anderson. She grew up on the family farm in Sherman township, WI and attended school in Menomonie. Martha was employed with The Kernel and The Hotel Marion before spending more than 45 years with Sanna Dairy (ConAgra). She lived most of her years on a farm on the outskirts of

Obituaries

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WI Supreme Court In-Person Interviews: Maria Lazar - Feb. 4th

Wisconsin voters will elect a new Supreme Court Justice on April 7, 2026. Event co-sponsors are the UW–Stout's Menard Center , Community Conversations of Northwest Wisconsin, and the League of Women Voters-St. Croix Valley Chapter. These are opportunities for the people of Menomonie and Dunn County to learn more about the candidates running for election. So far, we have on-campus interviews scheduled with Judge Chris Taylor (Dec 6) and Judge Maria Lazar (Feb 4, 2026). If any

Community Events

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Boys and Girls Club Bingo Fundraiser - January 29th

Join Tanglewood Greens on Thursday January 29th at 5:30PM for cash Bingo to support the Boys & Girls Club of Menomonie. Enjoy a night of fun, good food, drink specials, and community spirit — every card played helps make a difference for local kids! From the Tanglewood Greens Facebook page .

Community Events

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Winter Cookout Fundraiser at The Nichol Inn - February 4th

Come out a toss away those winter blues with us! Enjoy a cookout for a cause! Jeff & Hayley Marshall graciously purchased chicken for us to grill and we'll be making a whole meal to go with it! Family Friendly and delicious Proceeds Benefit Plates & Knappkins Food Pantry as well as Knapp Treet Lighting event! From the Facebook event page .

Fundraisers/Benefits

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Menomin Wailers Sea Shanty Sing-Along - February 18th

From the Menomin Wailers Facebook page .

Community Events

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Live Music at Tanglewood Greens: Madlee Band - February 19th

Get ready for a great night at Tanglewood Greens with live music from Madlee Band! Bring your friends, grab a drink, and enjoy an evening of incredible local talent and good vibes! From the Facebook event page .

Live Music

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Live Music in The Spirit Room: Greg Herriges - February 6th

FREE IN THE SPIRIT ROOM: Greg Herriges stirs a mix of original and traditional “progressive world music” on guitar, voice, and Greek bouzouki, with a unique approach honed by his studies of Asian, Mediterranean, and other worldly styles. An award-winning composer and performer, his music and writing have found international recognition. His solo & duo sets include lively instrumentals, inventive versions of rock and jazz standards, and mesmerizing world music. With a backgrou

Live Music

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SDMA School Board Meeting Agenda - January 26

A special meeting of the SDMA School Board will be held on Monday, January 26th at 5:45 pm. This meeting will be held at the Administrative Service Center. The agenda can be found below. The live stream can be found here . Eye on Dunn County also provides a live stream on Facebook and its website . All supplemental documents can be found here . (Click on the meeting at the top middle of the page, then click View the Agenda. Any agenda item with a paper icon indicates additi

Schools

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McCalla has Historic Cross Country Season for Menomonie

Lauren McCalla on the podium as the WIAA D1 State Champion / photo by Karl Palmer By Kathy Weber With a phenomenal cross country season capped by a record-breaking performance at the WIAA state meet, Menomonie High School senior Lauren McCalla has secured her place as the most accomplished runner in school history. McCalla dominated the season. She opened the year with a first-place finish at the Husky Invitational (17:52.5) and followed with a win at the Menomonie Relays (1

Community News

Jan 21

Sunrise Rotary Honors Keebtxuj Xiong as January Youth of the Month

The Menomonie Sunrise Rotary Club is pleased to recognize Keebtxuj Xiong, a distinguished member of Menomonie High School’s Class of 2026, as its January Youth of the Month. Keebtxuj is widely respected by staff, peers, and community members for his quiet leadership and genuine care for others. Teachers describe him as a student who consistently steps forward to support classmates, particularly those who may feel isolated. He is often seen intentionally sitting with students

Community News

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