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Wisconsin Foster Closet accepting items
This is the current list of clothing sizes we have space for. Thank you for your patience as we recouped from the holidays rush. We will update as needed. We are so grateful for all you do. From the Wisconsin Foster Closet Facebook page .
Jan 29


Consumer Alert: Government Imposter Scammers
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has received reports from Wisconsin consumers, businesses, and government entities targeted by scammers who impersonate local government entities and officials. The scammers are attempting to deceive individuals, businesses, and other organizations into wiring them money for fake tax bills and other fees, such as building permits or zoning submissions. These government imposters are making contact
Jan 28


At least four Wisconsin communities signed secrecy deals for billion-dollar data centers
Massive data center proposals are often developed in secret. Wisconsin has now joined several states with legislative proposals to make the process more transparent. By Tom Kertscher, Wisconsin Watch Editor’s note: On Jan. 27, the village government in DeForest announced that a data center “is not feasible,” indicating that the previously proposed project will not move forward. How did a $1 billion, 520-acre data center proposed by one of the world’s richest companies go un
Jan 28


Six new scholarship opportunities available at the Community Foundation of Dunn County
By: The Community Foundation of Dunn County The Community Foundation of Dunn County (CFDC) is pleased to announce the establishment of six new scholarship funds in 2025, made possible through the generosity of local families and donors committed to supporting students in their educational journeys. These scholarships support a wide range of academic and career pathways, including education, business, agriculture, skilled trades, and entrepreneurship studies. Applications for
Jan 28


UW-Stout professor brings aspects of grandfather’s experience in Battle of the Bulge ‘back to life’
Oss uses AI tools to decipher World War II journal, recreate portraits, landscapes By Abby Goers, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – As an instructor of documentary filmmaking at University of Wisconsin-Stout, Assistant Professor Keif Oss ’s professional interests in artificial intelligence (AI) filmmaking center on tools that can meaningfully inform and streamline the creative process. Oss, program director of video production , is currently using AI to explore a conceptual docume
Jan 28


Students from three Universities of Wisconsin campuses use machine learning to solve problems for Royal Credit Union
Computer science students from UW-Stout, UWEC, UWRF exercise ‘exceptional’ AI acumen for leading financial institution By Tom Giffey, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – Computer science students from three Universities of Wisconsin campuses leveraged their knowledge of machine learning to address real-world questions for one of the state’s largest credit unions in a unique internship program. Four students — two from UW-Stout, one from UW-Eau Claire and one from UW-River Falls — hone
Jan 28


Menomonie Public Library presents Walk & Talk Book Club
Ready for spring to get out and get moving? We’ve got you covered with 2 fun opportunities! Walk & Talk Book Club Menomonie in Motion Class Walk & Talk Book Club Led by Library Director Joleen Sterk, this book club will get us out on the trail walking and in the library talking about the book, “Be Where Your Feet Are” by Scott O’Neil. Feb 25, March 4, March 11, & March 18 from 5:30-6:30 registration for the book club is not required (but IS required for Menomonie in Motion) F
Jan 27


Doris A. Sanasac
Doris Anne Sanasac, age 82, of Menomonie, Wisconsin, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Monroe Manor in Barron, Wisconsin. Doris was born on April 3, 1943, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to Fred and Lois (Edmonds) Rassbach. She grew up in Menomonie and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1961. It has often been told that Doris met the love of her life, Rupert “Sonny” Sanasac Jr., through church. Their affection grew while washing dishes t
Jan 27


AI reshaping industry: UW-Stout Advanced Machine Learning students develop impactful, competitive models
Projects result in innovative way to search course bulletin, play digital Othello board game By Abby Goers, UW-Stout Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout’s 360-degree AI education approach prepares graduates to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving workforce by embedding artificial intelligence training in all of its degree programs. For two groups of applied mathematics and computer science students in an Advanced Machine Learning course, their final projects re
Jan 27


Tanglewood Greens reveals new name of restaurant "Wood & Vine"
Tanglewood sat quiet for years after closing during COVID — and bringing it back has been a journey rooted in care, reinvestment, and community. Today, we’re excited to share the next chapter. Wood & Vine is the new name of the restaurant at Tanglewood Greens. https://tanglewoodgreens.com/restaurant/ For our longtime guests, this is still Tanglewood — the place you know, the team you trust, and the experience you love. For those who may not know us yet, Wood & Vine opens the
Jan 26

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