After years of work, the City of Menomonie is nearing completion of removing boulevard trees impacted by emerald ash borer. So far this year, crews have removed over 240 trees, with just 8 boulevard ash trees remaining. Once those are completed, removal of ash trees along boulevards will be finished. Tree removals include not only ash trees affected by emerald ash borer, but also trees that are storm-damaged or in declining condition. What happens next? Replacement tree plan

Kent “Radar” Cran, age 62, of Wheeler, WI died unexpectedly Saturday, March 28, 2026, at his home. He was born August 21, 1963 in Eau Claire, WI to Lew and Lynda (Glenz) Cran. He grew up in the Menomonie area and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1981. After High School, Radar joined the Army and attended basic training at Ft. Leonardwood in Missouri. After basic training, he was stationed at Ft. Lewis in Washington state. He worked in hydraulic maintenance, servicing C

Chippewa Valley Technical College will again offer the Learn Grow Lead conference , where administrative and business professionals come together to sharpen their skills, boost productivity, and leave with practical tools to transform their workplace. The event will be from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, at CVTC’s Business Education Center. Business and administrative professionals are encouraged to attend. The day will be packed with insightful keynote spea

University honored for commitment to investing in, protecting trees By Tom Giffey, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized University of Wisconsin-Stout as a Tree Campus for its dedication to enhancing community well-being through tree education, investment and community engagement. The recognition is the latest chapter in the university’s long-running dedication to sustainability , which includes being named a national Green Ribbon school in 2024

Beloved husband, father, grandpa and friend, Richard Allan Shoemaker age 74 passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026 following a long decline due to Lewy Body Dementia. Born June 11, 1951 to Dona and Otto Shoemaker in Beloit WI. (Shoe) as he was known to friends, grew up in Menomonie, WI and graduated from Menomonie Senior High School May, 1969. He was united in marriage to Linda Rhodes in August, 1969 and they later divorced. To this marriage, a daughter Kristine and a son J

Markquart Menomonie has partnered with Purpose in Expenses to present a $3,000 donation to the Stepping Stones of Dunn County. This donation was made possible through Markquart Menomonie’s continued partnership with Purpose In Expenses (PIE), where every credit card transaction contributes to funding local nonprofits. The PIE program addresses the rising costs of credit card processing fees, which have significantly impacted businesses’ ability to support nonprofits. By partn

Bill Cowden's love of flight inspired all who knew him. Today, his legacy continues through a scholarship helping aspiring pilots pursue their dreams. For Bill Cowden, aviation wasn’t just a career choice, but a way of life. Since he was a young boy, Bill had always dreamed of being a pilot. Through diligence and perseverance, he nurtured that goal into a 25-year-long aviation career. As a private pilot, North Dakota Air National Guard F-16 pilot, commercial airline pilot, an

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UW-Stout’s Teach Day for high schoolers on April 21; Early Childhood Education Conference is April 24-25 By Abby Goers, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – With a focus on strengthening the number of teachers in the state, as well as supporting their well-being and work in the classroom, University of Wisconsin-Stout’s School of Education is hosting two events this spring for both future and current educators. Teach Day, on Tuesday, April 21, helps high school students envision the