Willard "Bill" Fee Bailey Jr. passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of wisdom, laughter, and lifelong learning. Bill was born on November 12, 1941, in St. Paul, Minnesota, the only child of Willard Fee Bailey Sr. and Mildred (Thielen) Bailey, he spent his life guiding others, fostering community, and sharing a great story. His passion for mentorship began in his early teenage years at the St. Paul YMCA Camp St. Croix, where he led c

The gorgeous Hmong Story Cloth mural will officially be installed in mid-August at Menomonie Market Food Co-op. This location ensures the mural is in a central location right next door to the Menomonie Farmers Market, where many local Hmong families are vendors. From the artists: "This mural entails the journey of our people, first from fleeing Laos and Vietnam by crossing the Mekong River, then spending years in refugee camps to try and get to sanctuary. After flying to Amer

For 17th consecutive year, university honored for programs that create ‘direct connection between education and career success’ By Abbey Goers, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic has been named a Military Friendly® School for the 17th consecutive year, continuing its long tradition of serving the military community. UW-Stout Polytechnic received a gold designation as a Military Friendly School and was also designated a Military Spouse Frien

Robert (Bob) Earl Fischer Jr age 82, of Elk Mound, WI passed away peacefully with his loving wife at his side after a long illness on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Mayo Hospital in Menomonie, WI. Bob was born October 23, 1943, to Robert Earl Fischer Sr and Dorothy Fischer (Powers). He was the oldest of five children. He graduated from Eau Claire Memorial High School in 1961 and graduated from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire with a bachelor’s degree in history and economi

Congratulations to the Youth Mid Size Chain winners! Bredan Plemon Jocelyn Schleushner Kendrick Lewis Mad Dog: Carter Schleushner Congratulations to the Mid Size Semi Weld winners! Cole Bourn Josh Lane Jerry Buttke Mad Dog: Cole Bourn Congratulations to the 2WD SUV/VAN winners! Jonathan M Ashton Duden Kya Giebel Mad Dog: Brenden Sherer Congratulations to the MWFA winners! Cliff Hitz Anthony Erickson Andrew Stein Mad Dog: Mitch Hoffman Congratulations to the FWD Midsize Chain

Gerane Lois (Hoitomt) Stansbury, age 91, of Colfax, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Gerane was born on October 15, 1934, in New Haven Township, Dunn County, Wisconsin, near Connorsville, to Morris and Stella (Strand) Hoitomt. Both of her parents were of Norwegian heritage, though they were born in the United States. She attended Bolen School, Peaceful Valley, and Oak Ridge School before her family moved to the Boyceville area. Gerane

Congratulations to the Midwest Food & Tobacco Group USRA Late Model Feature Winner Cooper Sundby of Menomonie, Wisconsin on picking up the win during the Dave Shackleton Memorial & Kids Night at Red Cedar Speedway during the Dunn County Fair! Top 3 Finishers 1st: Cooper Sundby — Menomonie, WI 2nd: Josh Wahlstrom — Rice Lake, WI 3rd: Patrick Kelley — Wyoming, MN Congratulations to the Tim's Automotive Machine Wissota Midwest Modified Feature Winner Nick Koehler of Bloomer,

Lynnette Rae (Fredrick) Ebert of Menomonie, Wisconsin, and Fort Clark Springs, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, at Glenhaven Nursing Home in Glenwood City, Wisconsin, at the age of 85. Lynn was the devoted wife of Richard "Dick" Ebert for 66 years and the loving mother of six children. Above all else, she was a child of God throughout her 85 years. That truth is the greatest blessing and comfort to her family and friends during this time. Lynn spoke boldly abou

Elizabeth Kilpatrick Strachan, age 88, of Menomonie, passed away peacefully on her 88th birthday, July 21, 2026, surrounded by loving family members. Liz was born on July 21, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois to William and Maxine (Harrington) Kilpatrck. She attended public school in Chicago, graduating from Bowen High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from UW-Madison, MA in Library Science from UW Madison and MS in Educational Administration from UW Superior. She wa

Stout grads are doing some pretty amazing things! Check out their stories HERE. Save the Date for Discover Downsville Day, Saturday, August 22nd. Chris Kroeze will be performing! Check out their Facebook page if you are interested in getting involved in either the parade or as a vendor. Here's a video recording of the Ludington Guard Band concert from Tuesday, July 21st. Artist applications are now open for the Mabel Tainter's 2026 Holiday Artisan Market coming up on November