Inspiring graduates from College of Arts & Human Sciences share experiences in Q&As Menomonie, Wis. – Among the class of nearly 400 undergraduate students who crossed the commencement stage at University of Wisconsin-Stout’s most recent ceremony on Dec. 20, five College of Arts and Human Sciences students were recognized by faculty and staff as inspiring graduates whose stories represent what it is to be Stout Proud. These graduates shared their university experiences, setb

Lawrence Fredrick Sipple was born on November 5th 1936 in Menomonie, WI and passed into Jesus’ arms on January 14, 2026. He was 89 years old. He gave his heart to the Lord at a Billy Graham movie showing when he was taken there by his mother when he was 12 years old. He attended and graduated from Waneka Grade School and Dunn County Agriculture High School. After high school, he worked on his father’s farm and for neighbors on their farms. Lawrence was married in 1964 to Fait

It is with heavy hearts that the Let’s Paint the Town Committee announces the cancellation of this year’s LPTT event scheduled for July 18 due to circumstances beyond our control. LPTT began as a small downtown event that with the hard work of a few very dedicated committee members, Sylvia Gengenbach, Emilie Wiese, Mayor Randy Knaack, Public Works Director David Schofield, and Melissa Swenson of American Edge Real Estate, grew from that small beginning to an annual event brin

Michael Eugene McLeod passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2026 at home under the care of his family with support from St. Croix Hospice. Dad died how he lived, on his terms. After receiving a terminal diagnosis in early 2022 with an expectancy of 3-5 months, he chose not to focus on the diagnosis but to focus on what he could control. His favorite saying "It is what it is" could not be more true. Not only did he become a "Medical Marvel" to his oncology team, he showed us

Thank you for taking a moment to be here. If you’re reading this, it means I’ve slipped away sooner than anyone would have liked. Every story has a beginning, and mine started on August 27, 1963. I was the baby of the family, and I wore that title proudly. I had three sisters and one brother who shaped me, teased me, loved me, and taught me early on just how important family truly is. My parents, Howard and Jean Fuhrman (Webb), gave us an honest, simple life in the country of

The Bridge to Hope is looking for new or gently used baby strollers. Contact them at 715-235-9074, manager@thebridgetohope.org , or via Facebook . Donate HERE . From the Christmas Miracle Winter Wonderland Facebook page . 20 years ago (2006)...

Senior Isabel Sorensen earned 1st Team All-BRC honors in tennis. Sorenson finished second in the conference at #1 singles and earned a spot at the state tournament as a special qualifier. Congratulations Izzy!

Photo by Siri Benrud Photography By Bryce Shepard and Jake Anderson The Menomonie High School wrestling team proves a rich history and looks to continue developing culture with the high quality athletes that return. The class of '26 seniors have been a part of a Mustang team that has been competing in the team sectional qualifier three years in a row. While the 2023-24 team made Menomonie history by punching a ticket to team state. In that historic run, the ’23 team fought to

Photo courtesy of Siri Benrud Photography By Rylee Hintzman Menomonie Boys Hockey kicks off its season with a fresh new coaching staff, but lost 11 seniors last year, and is looking for players to fill those spots. This year’s coaching staff consists of head coach Alex Stuckert, assistant coach Ryan Booth, and assistant coach Mike Sullivan. Menomonie has five seniors this year: Wren Swaenepoel (Forward), Davin Ellis (Goalie), Ryan Xu (Defenseman), Brock Wilkens (Defens

Photo courtesy of Siri Benrud By Ian Kistner The Mustangs are on pace to begin their 2025-2026 basketball season after a solid winning record filled previous year. Menomonie’s 2024-2025 season record was 14-12 (6-8 in conference). The Mustangs look to improve that record this coming season in their 2nd year with new coach Greg Van Grunsven. Menomonie lost some key players from their success last year, including Brody Thorton, Isaac Ellison, Brady Johnson, and AJ Zydowsky.