Big News from Menomonie Cars & Caffeine! Back in 2021, we started Menomonie Cars & Caffeine as a simple idea: get local car enthusiasts together early on Saturday mornings to share coffee, cool rides, and good conversation. What started as a small gathering quickly grew into something special — a fun, welcoming community of people who love cars and connecting with others. Over the past few seasons, our event has evolved. Instead of early mornings, we now meet every other Thur

MENOMONIE THEATER GUILD'S 2026-2027 SEASON The announcement we've all been waiting for! Starting us off in October is a musical directed by Carol Diser-Ropella. We can't share what it is right now, but we are sure you will love it! What better than a classic movie coming to life on stage! Join us for the play "A Christmas Story" directed by Jared Robinson in December. Speaking of classics, you won't want to miss the timeless story of Louisa May Alcott's "Little Women," adapte

June 1st, 35 independent bookstores across Wisconsin open their doors to adventurers. Your mission: visit as many as you can, get your map marked at each stop, and earn your place in the drawing. Prizes range from $25 to $300 in bookstore gift cards — plus a $100 Bookshop.org gift card for one lucky quester. One month. 35 stores. Infinite reading material. Are you ready? HOW TO PLAY — THE COMPLETE GUIDE Ready to embark? Here's everything you need to know before June 1st. PICK

By John Wilkerson The Menomonie Sunrise Rotary Club is pleased to recognize Max Branch, a distinguished member of Menomonie High School’s Class of 2026, as the May Youth of the Month. Max has demonstrated outstanding leadership, character, and commitment both in school and throughout the community. During his senior year, he embraced opportunities to mentor younger students by coaching flag football for fourth- and fifth-grade athletes. Through encouragement, teamwork, and po

Joseph Edward Earl Olsen, 76, of Independence, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, May 22, 2026, with his wife, Judy by his side. Joe was born on January 9, 1950, in Menomonie, WI, the son of Edward H. and Gretchen (Anschuetz) Earl. In 1951, Edward and Gretchen were in a tragic motor vehicle accident, and Joe was later adopted by Kay T. and Mildred (Keil) Olsen. He grew up in Menomonie and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1968. He continued his educat

Each week's line-up will be posted on the Ludington Guard Band's Facebook page and the Menomonie Minute.

The library teams up with Mayo Clinic Health System to bring you FREE Yoga. Are you ready to pause, quiet your mind, and be present? Join us on the library lawn every Monday to bring some calm to your busy days. Mondays from 9-10 am June 1-July 27 in person (No zoom option in summer) Bring water, mat, towel, & an umbrella (if you want shade). Bad weather? Class will be held in the meeting room. Sponsored by Mayo Clinic Health System and Menomonie Public Library. Yoga provides

Reminder for current City of Menomonie parking permit holders: if you would like to keep your current parking permit, please renew by end of day Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Current permits expire at the end of May, and new annual permits cover June 2026 through May 2027. Permits not renewed by June 3 may become available to other individuals on the waiting list, and we cannot guarantee availability after that date. Permit rates remain unchanged: Daytime Annual Permit: $350 24-Ho

Tamra M. Jones of Menomonie, WI entered her heavenly home Friday, May 8, 2026 at The Classics at Hillcrest Greens in Altoona, WI. Tamra was born April 27, 1959 in Tomah, WI to Gale and Mary Potter. She grew up in Janesville, WI and Graduated from Joesph Craig High School in 1977. Tamra married Grant Jones January 1, 1990 at St. Mathews Lutheran Church in Janesville. They moved to Menomonie in 1993. Tamra graduated Summa Cum Laude from U.W. Stout in 1995 with a degree in busin