Janell M. Evan age 72, of Menomonie, WI passed away Monday, April 20th, 2026 peacefully at her home surrounded by her family after enduring a difficult cancer journey. She was born Sept. 10th, 1953 in New Richmond, WI to Maynard and Erma Van Blaricom. She grew up in the Downing area and graduated from Boyceville High School in 1971. Janell married Jeff Evan on Sept. 22nd, 1973, at the Graytown Church of God in the Township of New Haven, and together they grew a family, raisin

‘Immerse Your Eyes, Preserve Your Mind’ and ‘A Fragile Wonder’ named winners of sold-out annual event By Abby Goers, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – From the fashion houses of Versace, Gucci, and Betsey Johnson to the master artists Michelangelo and da Vinci. From the luxury automobiles of Porsche and Ferrari to game makers Rubik and a battle between the worlds of Sega and Nintendo. From Dieter Rams’ philosophy of “less, but better” to Frank Lloyd Wright’s organic architecture,

Old National is celebrating our growth in the Upper Midwest (MN, ND and Western WI) by awarding a total of $265,000 to 96 area 501(c)(3) organizations. The winners will be chosen based on voting from the local communities, so click HERE to vote. $2,500 will be donated to the top vote getter in each banking center community. The overall top-vote getter will receive an additional $25,000. You can vote once per day, every day until the contest closes on April 25th. Vote for you

Rube Goldberg Machine Makers June 15 – 18 Build a ridiculous chain reaction that does one simple job! Campers work in small teams to design and build Rube Goldberg machines within fun constraints. ​​​ ​Age: Students entering 3rd through 8th grade Cost: $100* Time: Monday – Thursday from 1:15 to 5 p.m. * Limited scholarships are available for students enrolled in the School District of the Menomonie Area. Bus transportation is available for students attending the SDMA Su

The Murals in Menomonie project is entering its final phase, and the community is being invited to help bring it across the finish line. With strong early support from local businesses, organizations, and individual donors, the initiative is now within reach of full funding. Once complete, the murals will transform walls throughout Menomonie into a vibrant, walkable gallery—celebrating local history, creativity, and community identity while enhancing the city’s appeal to vis

The Dunn County Highway Department is undertaking several roadway and bridge improvement projects during the 2026 construction season, focusing on pavement rehabilitation, drainage improvements and long‑term roadway durability. “The Dunn County Board of Supervisors has made a major investment to improve the county’s roadways,” said County Highway Commissioner Dustin Binder. “This work represents a continued investment in maintaining safe and reliable transportation routes fo

There are more than 450 full-tuition camp scholarships available for Wisconsin students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch – thanks to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's Precollege Scholarship Program. Students entering grades 6-12 are eligible to receive scholarships to attend up to three STEAM Summer Camps in June, as well as up to three additional camps at UW-Stout in July and August. These camps offer hands-on, engaging experiences that can have a l

Spring operations are underway! The county has begun roadside spraying to help keep our roads safe and well-maintained throughout the season. These efforts allow us to control invasive weeds and noxious plants, ensure clear lines of sight for motorists, and reduce overall maintenance costs compared to mowing. We appreciate your patience as crews work throughout the county! From the Dunn County Facebook page .

The City of Menomonie will host a City Council Swearing-In Ceremony on Tuesday, April 21st, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Menomonie City Hall. Community members are invited to attend as the newly elected Mayor and alderpersons take their oath of office. This brief ceremony will take place prior to the 7:00 p.m. Organizational City Council meeting. From the City of Menomonie Facebook page .

Michael Richard Burnett, age 66, of Boyceville, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, April 12th. Michael was born on February 15th, 1960, in Menomonie, WI, to Ann Burnett (Gudis). He was the second of three children. On August 25th, 1979, Mike married the absolute love of his life, Debra Rae Huls. Together they built a beautiful life and raised their three children, Nichole, Travis, and Sheanah—creating a family rooted in love, humor, and resilience. Mike lived lif