Meat Animal Project Members at the Dunn County Fair | Photo by Paula Powers It hardly needs to be said that there is an immense amount of work that goes into organizing the Dunn County Fair. Equally so, there is loads of effort that goes into preparing the animals and the projects for fair entries. Even though it might have been a bit daunting, the Dunn 4-H Youths were fully up to the task. Because of the dedication that the leaders have shown, the 4-H Youths were not lackin

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) provides weekly updates on road construction projects in the following counties in northwest Wisconsin: Ashland, Barron, Bayfield, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Rusk, St. Croix, Sawyer, Taylor, Trempealeau and Washburn counties. Ashland County Highway: County GG Location: McCarthy Creek Bridge southwest of Mellen Schedule: May 26 to late July Cost: $665,275 Descri

New historical mural, other areas enhanced by addition of local flora By Tom Giffey, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – A University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic student is applying personal enthusiasm and academic experience to an on-campus summer job designing and creating landscapes that add native plants to the university grounds. The landscapes will enhance the beauty and sustainability of several campus locations, including the new mural that showcases UW-Stout Polytechnic’s

Here's an article from Volume One about the app produced by the Dunn County Historical Society so you can take your own guided tour of the new murals in Menomonie. Other tours are available too. Find them all in this prior post. August 5th was National Underwear Day. The Bridge to Hope shared that new underwear is one of the most needed and least donated items for individuals and families seeking their help. Having brand-new essentials like underwear can provide comfort, dign

Gerald “Jerry” Retz, 81, of Boyceville, WI passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on August 2, 2026, and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior. Jerry was born on June 5, 1945, in Boyceville, where he was raised and spent most of his life. He proudly served his country in Vietnam, trained as an electrician, owned and operated an agricultural equipment business, and later concluded his career in agricultural equipment sales in Menomonie. On May 14, 1983, he marri

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center Board of Directors has launched its search for the organization's next Chief Executive Officer following the announcement that CEO Ashley DeMuth has accepted the position of President & CEO of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce. DeMuth will continue serving as CEO of the Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center through September 11, 2026. Since joining the Chamber in 2020, DeMuth has led the organization through a period of

Kevin R. Retzloff, age 74, of Colfax, WI, passed away on July 31, 2026, at The Neighbors of Dunn County in Menomonie, WI. Kevin was born in Menomonie, WI on March 4, 1952 to Richard and Donna Retzloff (Owen). He grew up in the Menomonie area and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1971. After school Kevin took a job with Brave Harvestore, where he worked for several years. Kevin married Loretta Bauer June 15, 1974 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lima. Together they made

On Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, at about 1210pm the Dunn County Communication Center received a call about a plane that had crashed in the area of Boundary Rd. North of Sth 170, Hay River Township, Dunn County. The Dunn County Sheriff’s Office, Dunn County First Responders, Boyceville Fire Department, Glenwood City Ambulance, Menomonie Fire and Ambulance, and the Wisconsin State Patrol responded to the scene. There were two occupants in the plane when it crashed. The 36-year-ol

There's a lot happening in Menomonie over the next couple of weeks, and on this week's Mondays with Mayor Matthew, Mayor Matthew Crowe shares a few upcoming events and reminders you won't want to miss. Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4, join us for National Night Out at Wilson Park from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Come spend the evening with your neighbors, meet local first responders and community organizations, enjoy family-friendly activities, and grab a bite from one of our food vendors. Af

Join us in the library meeting room on Tuesday, September 22nd from 6-7pm, as Eau Claire authors and travel writers, Tom Manus and Kristi Flick Manus talk about their new book, Lost Treasures of Wisconsin: Restaurants, Drive-ins, Concert Halls, and Other Favorite Places From the Past. Revisit cherished community gathering places, the flavors we can no longer taste, and traditions that forged a state’s identity. These places are gone now, but their stories live on in this spec