Charles (Charlie/Chuck) E. Owen, age 74, of Colfax, WI passed away Friday November 21st, 2025 at his home. Health problems had taken his strength in the last few years but never broke his spirit. He was born August 17, 1951 in Menomonie, WI to Daryl and Marion Owen. He grew up in the Tainter Lake area and graduated from Boyceville High School in 1969.Charlie married Carol Dicks July 24, 1971 at St. Joe’s Catholic Church in Menomonie, and together they lived in Menomonie, Colf

“Davina creates her own Americana mishmash—a little Amy Winehouse-worthy neo-soul here, a little Great American Songbook-influenced songcraft there.” - Rolling Stone Magazine Tickets are $32, available HERE . From the Facebook event page .

All SDMA Schools meet or exceed state expectations The School District of the Menomonie Area is pleased to   announce that ALL SDMA schools achieved a performance rating of “Meets   Expectations” or “Exceeds Expectations” on the Wisconsin School Report Cards   released last week by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI).   This outstanding district-wide achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of   students, families, teachers, and staff throughout the Menomonie

Jason M. Davis, age 47 of Menomonie, died Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family and a few close friends. Jason was born on October 25, 1978, in Milwaukee, the son of Michael and Nancy (Rasmussen) Davis. Jason grew up in Milwaukee and graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran High School.  After high school, Jason served in the U.S. Air Force. After the service, he moved to Menomonie and attended UW-Stout. While at UW-Stout, Jason began working at The Waterfro

Bugz Benson is BACK! We love this guy and we're excited to have him back! From the Facebook event page .

The Friends of the Menomonie Public Library will host a special book sale in December with items perfect for gift giving! The Friends give thousands of dollars to the library every year and book sales are their major fundraiser. Plan to come on over and find some great treasures at amazing prices. See you at the sale! December 9th-13th – open during library hours in the library meeting room. More information HERE . From the Facebook event page .

From the Menomin Wailers Facebook page .

We are so excited to be partnering with Exit 45 Restaurant to provide 150 free dine-in Thanksgiving meals to the community. All are welcome to join us! Registration is required and you can do so HERE . Two meal session options are available, please register for either the meal at 11am or 12:30pm. You can register yourself and up to seven others. Please only register for people you are sure are coming at the time you can all make it. Meals will consist of: Turkey Mashed Potato

Mission Restoring Hope needs your help. Towels, toiletries and cleaning supplies needed! Drop off new or like new items listed below at 105 Tower Road West, Wheeler on Wednesday or Friday from 11:00am-4:00pm or Saturday from 8:30am-12:30pm, or by appointment - call Doreen at 715-505-1621. From the West CAP Facebook page .

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: WIS 13 Location: Butterworth Road to US 2 in Ashland Schedule: April 7 to mid-November Cost: $9.87 million De