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The Express have been finished for a while, but they're still bringing in awards. buff.ly/Rmw2CmE
Express GM Horan honored as NWL Baseball Executive of Year

Express GM Horan honored as NWL Baseball Executive of Year

Jake Horan's first season as general manager of the Eau Claire Express was one to remember.

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Durand-Arkansaw isn't short of options on the field. But some players still stand out. buff.ly/M9cOzhi
Durand-Arkansaw's Berger does it all for Panthers football team

Durand-Arkansaw's Berger does it all for Panthers football team

DURAND — Having different options is a luxury for a football offense. Durand-Arkansaw has that in spades this season.

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Halloween is Saturday, and plenty of sites have special events planned. Here's a rundown. buff.ly/AxudTSR
Families invited to trick or treat Downtown EC, other neighborhoods this weekend

Families invited to trick or treat Downtown EC, other neighborhoods this weekend

EAU CLAIRE — Families are invited to Downtown Eau Claire this Saturday for costumes, candy and more at the annual Halloween trick-or-treat.

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From benchwarmer to star, Rachel Johnson's rise for the Blugolds has helped fuel their success this year. buff.ly/wNPfeVK
Johnson makes big impact with Blugold volleyball team

Johnson makes big impact with Blugold volleyball team

Rachel Johnson’s entire freshman season produced a grand total of just four kills. Now she might have that many in a single set.

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CVTC has set its levee for 2027, and it's good news for homeowners. buff.ly/e580xK6
CVTC approves tax levy for 2026-2027

CVTC approves tax levy for 2026-2027

EAU CLAIRE — Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) officially approved its tax levy for the 2026-2027 fiscal year Wednesday, with the rate expected to decrease.

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The Brewers are no longer among the teams without a title. Their 4-1 win captured the crown in Florida. buff.ly/Pg7BrXC
WORLD CHAMPIONS: Brewers make history by capturing first title

WORLD CHAMPIONS: Brewers make history by capturing first title

The Milwaukee Brewers are WORLD CHAMPIONS.

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The teen who was drunk when she hit and killed a jogger in 2025 will spend nearly a decade in prison after pleading guilty. buff.ly/bHl96FR
Menomonie teen sentenced to nine years in prison for driving drunk, killing runner

Menomonie teen sentenced to nine years in prison for driving drunk, killing runner

MENOMONIE — A teenage woman who was driving drunk when she struck and killed a runner in March 2025 in Dunn County will spend nine years in prison.

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Ladies and gentlemen. May we present, for the first time, your WORLD CHAMPION MILWAUKEE BREWERS!!!!
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The very first location for WESTconsin Credit Union has gotten a facelift. How old is it? The first loan was $70. To buy a goat. buff.ly/haHC1xe
First WESTconsin location celebrates remodel

First WESTconsin location celebrates remodel

MENOMONIE — In downtown Menomonie, WESTconsin Credit Union has seen its fair share of changes over the years. WESTconsin Chief Information Officer Kevin Hall says its recent renovations have been

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Tough loss to take, but the Brewers remain in control of their own destiny. buff.ly/B8i0sLx
Rays stay alive, rally past Brewers in 12 innings

Rays stay alive, rally past Brewers in 12 innings

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Milwaukee was three outs from its first World Series title when Junior Caminero started the bottom of the 12th inning with a grounder to third.

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A woman charged in connection to a state trooper's death has pleaded not guilty to charges. buff.ly/D8RuimN
Woman enters not guilty plea in charges from fatal crash

Woman enters not guilty plea in charges from fatal crash

MENOMONIE — A Minneapolis woman accused of leading police on a high-speed chase on Sept. 21, which resulted in the death of Wisconsin State Trooper Bradley Ritger, entered not guilty

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Abbie Hoage ran right to the top and became our prep athlete of the week. buff.ly/3Y86k1X
Altoona's Hoage named L-T Prep Athlete of the Week

Altoona's Hoage named L-T Prep Athlete of the Week

Altoona High School’s Abbie Hoage is one of the best runners in the state of Wisconsin.

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Eau Claire could see new construction downtown as it contemplates the sale of the Seaver Street lot. buff.ly/9Wio91N
City of Eau Claire enters agreement for low-income housing downtown

City of Eau Claire enters agreement for low-income housing downtown

EAU CLAIRE — Downtown Eau Claire may become home to low-income housing, as the city is intent to negotiate a purchase agreement for the Seaver Street lot.

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A forum on downtown parking is approaching, and people have a lot to say. buff.ly/RhJaKX1
Downtown paid parking headlines forum

Downtown paid parking headlines forum

EAU CLAIRE — A forum discussing downtown paid parking is set to take place in less than a month, as parking has been a hot-button issue in recent months.

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Two sisters are proving key to McDonell's success on the volleyball court. buff.ly/PMDaY5p
The Siegenthalers: leading McDonell’s success through sisterhood

The Siegenthalers: leading McDonell’s success through sisterhood

CHIPPEWA FALLS — Sisterhood has been a running theme on the Chippewa Falls McDonell High School volleyball court for a while.

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Charges have been filed against a man who stands accused of posting revenge porn. buff.ly/NXAFqNb
Man accused of posting nude images of Lake Hallie woman

Man accused of posting nude images of Lake Hallie woman

CHIPPEWA FALLS — A Maine man accused by authorities of opening a fake social media account and posting nude images of a Lake Hallie woman has now been charged.

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It's safe to say Dave Oldenberg is having a very nice World Series. buff.ly/lAR6Lo0
Memorial principal Oldenberg wins $131,773 raffle at Brewers World Series game

Memorial principal Oldenberg wins $131,773 raffle at Brewers World Series game

It was an opportunity die-hard Milwaukee Brewers fan Dave Oldenberg couldn’t pass up. And it provided him with a memory of a lifetime.

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Derrick Van Orden's most recent campaign stop in the area wasn't at a rally. It was on a Harley. buff.ly/jH1mf0m
Van Orden stops at local Harley-Davidson dealer

Van Orden stops at local Harley-Davidson dealer

LAKE HALLIE — U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Prairie du Chien) urged his supporters to get out and vote early this week, and if possible bring friends with to cast

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Every now and then, blockhead isn't an insult. It's just a description. buff.ly/jrHvK0i
CV Blockheads showcase for First Responders Weekend

CV Blockheads showcase for First Responders Weekend

EAU CLAIRE — If you want to build a Lego set on the same scale that the Chippewa Valley (CV) Blockheads do, member Craig Ernst says there are four aspects

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Fall sports are entering the home stretch. Here's the roundup. buff.ly/KdjTn6P
PREPS: Area teams, runners punch ticket to state cross country meet

PREPS: Area teams, runners punch ticket to state cross country meet

Area cross country teams took to sectional meets in Menomonie, Rice Lake, Colby and Unity on Saturday, hoping to clinch spots at next week’s state cross country meet in Wisconsin

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