Kendra Ann Kostman, age 78, of Boyceville, WI passed away peacefully at home March 9th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. Kendra was born June 1, 1947 to Theodore and Marjorie (Hill) Zielsdorf. She was a graduate of Glenwood High School, Glenwood City, WI. After graduation Kendra went to work for St. Paul Fire and Marine in St Paul. Kendra met the love of her life Duane Kostman through a set-up by Kendra’s sister Marlene. Duane and Kendra were married on August 19, 1967. Kendra

Annette E. Nelson, 80, of Menomonie, WI passed away of unexpectedly of natural causes at her home Thursday, March 5, 2026. Annette was born November 18, 1945 in Menomonie, WI to William and Julia (Kirby) Werner. She grew up in the Menomonie area and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1963. After many years, she retired from her work at the Menomonie School District. In retirement she found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved making cards and quilting. Sh

Manufacturing Outreach Center receives federal designation as statewide leader to support small and medium-sized manufacturers Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, has been awarded $19 million in federal funds as it takes a leadership role as manager of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program in Wisconsin. The funds, $3.8 million annually for five years, come through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Insti

Catch up on the latest local podcasts: Chamber Chatter The Menom Podcast Coffee at the Cottage Menomonie Talk Infinite Rabbit Hole Arbor on the Air Boys and Girls Club Podcast Blue Devils Unscripted Upcoming blood drives: New Hope Lutheran Church - Tuesday, March 10th, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm St. Paul's Lutheran Church - Monday, March 16th, 9 am - 2 pm First Congregational Church UCC - Tuesday, March 17th, 9 am - 3 pm Menomonie East YMCA - Friday, March 27th,

Helping young children manage their feelings can be rough. To support those working on the front lines of childcare, UW–Madison Extension and Thriving Wisconsin are hosting a hands-on workshop this May. The workshop, titled "Emotion Regulation in Action," is designed for local teachers and daycare providers. Attendees will walk away with simple, science-based tools to help kids stay calm, build confidence, and navigate "big emotions" throughout the day. “Every day, childcare

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) announced today that anonymous longtime supporters have committed a legacy gift expected to exceed $10 million, designating all their belongings to the College through the CVTC Foundation, Inc., upon their passing. The planned gift was first revealed during the CVTC Foundation Gala on Thursday, Feb. 26, and represents one of the most significant legacy commitments in the College’s history. In a video shared at the event, the donors

The information provided by UW-Stevens Point in the original post was incorrect. The correct names of the area graduates can be found below. Local students have received their degrees from UW schools. UW-Eau Claire fall graduates 2025 The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire conferred degrees to 628 graduates for the fall 2025 semester from the Eau Claire and Barron County campuses. Students from Menomonie who received degrees and their fields of study are: Brittany Andrews

Based on legal advice from the attorney who represents Dunn County’s liability insurance carrier, Wisconsin County Mutual, Sheriff Kevin Bygd signed a Memorandum of Agreement to allow selected staff members to be trained as Warrant Service Officers. Under this program, Dunn County Sheriff’s Deputies are authorized only to serve federal detainers on individuals who are already in custody at the Dunn County Jail on local criminal charges. This agreement does not grant deput

Anna Jean Voldberg, 24, of Menomonie, left us unexpectedly on February 18th, leaving a space in our lives that can never be filled. Anna was so many things to the people who loved her; a daughter who brought warmth into every room, a sister who could make you laugh even on the hardest days, a fiancée who dreamed of a beautiful future, and a friend who showed up with her whole heart. She had a gentle spirit, a giving nature, and a way of making others feel seen and supported.

Indoor bags, every Wednesday night at 7! 10$ per doubles team - winner takes all! It’s a weekly, friendly game so no need to dedicate every week! From The Yard - Menomonie Facebook page .