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Lawrence (Larry) Berger, age 72, passed away on Friday, December 5th, 2025, at Comforts of Home Advanced Memory Care in Menomonie. He was born on August 4, 1953, in Menomonie, WI, to Clarence Berger and Sidone (Schill). He grew up in Menomonie and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1971. Larry attended the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire and later studied horticulture in Switzerland, Hawaii, and Oregon. While living in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he completed a two-year pro

Helen C. Larson age 85 of Menomonie, died Thursday December 4, 2025, at the American Lutheran Home in Menomonie. Helen was born January 13, 1940, in Menomonie. She was the daughter of Arthur and Marguerite (Dunn) Thorson and grew up in Menomonie. Helen graduated from Menomonie High School in 1958. After high school, Helen worked as Personnel Float, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in St. Paul, MN. In 1970, she returned to Menomonie and began working at the University of Wisconsin

Dunn County is accepting applications for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This leadership role oversees all county financial operations, including budgeting, accounting and fiscal planning, to ensure the responsible stewardship of public funds. “Hiring this role comes at an important moment for Dunn County,” said Jenalee Nutter, Assistant County Manager and Human Resources Director. “The person stepping in as our CFO will join a newer leadership team that’s fo

The City of Menomonie has closed on the sale of 29 acres in the North Industrial Park to Amazon.com Services, LLC for the construction of a last mile deliver station at 3521 59th Street Northeast. The North Industrial Park was developed by the City of Menomonie in 2007 and is currently home to Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Hurlburt Heating and Plumbing, EXA Sports, Trelleborg, Brown Strauss Steel, and others. The Common Council approved a Purchase and Sale Agreement with

It's already time to start thinking about the Spring Election coming up on April 7, 2026. Nomination papers are available for those interested in seeking office. Completed paperwork must be submitted by January 6th. A primary election, if needed, will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Ballots will be available to view on myvote.wi.gov 21 days before the election. What's on the ballot for the Spring Election Wisconsin State Supreme Court Justice Dunn County Circuit Cour

Joseph A. “Joe” Justus, age 66 of Menomonie, died Monday, December 1, 2025 at his home in Menomonie with his family by his side. Joe was born on June 11, 1959 in Menomonie. He was the son of Marion and Betty (Scheele) Justus. Joe grew up in Glencoe, MN and graduated from Glencoe High School in 1977. After high school, Joe went to tech school in St. Cloud for carpentry and drafting. Joe married Kathy Fogarty in 1981. They lived in Glencoe where they started their family and Jo

Eugene “Shag” H. Skjegstad, age 100, of Menomonie, died peacefully on Friday November 28, 2025, at the American Lutheran Home in Menomonie. Gene was born July 20, 1925, in Menomonie, the son of Ole and Vivian (Nelson) Skjegstad. He graduated from Menomonie High School and completed two years at The Stout Institute. Gene married Virginia Stoll October 16, 1950, in Menomonie. As a life-long resident of Menomonie Gene worked for the railroad, drove taxi, city bus and school bus

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 The Caring Closet will be open Saturday, December 6th, from 10am-noon. We have a large inventory of clothing to choose from. We are blessed with your generosity of many donations. Everything is free. We accept donations when we're open. Please share. We are located in the New Life Nazarene Church baseme

Update-vehicle has been located. Person of interest is still at large. Vehicle Theft & Person of Interest – Public Assistance Requested We are asking for the public’s help in locating the pictured truck and individual. Vehicle description: Green truck Marked with The Natural Touch Landscaping logo Stolen from Elk Mound Last seen around 4:00 PM traveling toward Eau Claire May not have traveled far due to possible mechanical issues We are also attempting to locate Bradley G.