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Bridging Veterans and Business: A New Era for the Chippewa Valley

Bridging Veterans and Business: A New Era for the Chippewa Valley

By Georgia Lee Arts August 13, 2025

When you think of “veterans,” what comes to mind? For many, it’s the uniform, the discipline, the service. But what happens when that chapter ends and a veteran hangs up their uniform? The transition...

McKinley Morrow Benefit Sat Aug 16

McKinley Morrow Benefit Sat Aug 16

August 13, 2025

The McKinley Morrow Benefit will be held at the Pioneer Grill & Saloon (E5699 Cty Road D) on Saturday, August 16 from 2-7 p.m. The event is organized by the Morrow family and others to support McKinley...

Nonprofit representatives celebrating at the Philanthropy Unplugged Event. Photo: submitted

Community Members Unite to Award $60,000 to Local Nonprofits in One Evening

August 6, 2025

Menomonie, WI — In an electrifying evening of community-driven giving, over 100 residents gathered at Lucette Brewing Company on Wednesday, July 30 for Philanthropy Unplugged—a one-of-a-kind event...

New Small Business Development Grant Aims to Boost Local Economy

New Small Business Development Grant Aims to Boost Local Economy

August 6, 2025

MENOMONIE, WI – Following the announcement by Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), Dunn Economic Development is proud to announce the launch of the Dunn County...

National Night Out

National Night Out

July 30, 2025

Join us for an evening of fun, food, and community spirit! National Night Out is a chance for neighbors to connect with local police, firefighters, and city and county staff — all while enjoying free...

New Book Provides Compelling Example on Becoming an Environmental Leader

New Book Provides Compelling Example on Becoming an Environmental Leader

July 23, 2025

Menomonie, WI — Local author Mark Leach tells the stories of “Mr. Prairie Enthusiast”, Gary Eldred, in the new book, Healing Wounds: Giving Back to Nature. Set in the Wisconsin driftless area...

Menomonie is in a Local News Desert: Here’s Why That Matters

Menomonie is in a Local News Desert: Here’s Why That Matters

By Toby Mohr July 23, 2025

MENOMONIE (WQOW) - Dunn County is in a 'local news desert' according to a new report, leaving community members working to fill the gap. The Local Journalist Index report by Muck Rack and the nonprofit...

Dunn County Fair July 23-27

Dunn County Fair July 23-27

By Dunn County Fair Website July 16, 2025

The Dunn County Fair with the theme “Stars & Stripes and Summer Nights” is happening next week! The Dunn County Fair has been entertaining people since 1885. Stop out this year and enjoy the...

7th Annual Red Cedar Film Festival, July 17-20 at Mabel Tainter

7th Annual Red Cedar Film Festival, July 17-20 at Mabel Tainter

By MNN Staff July 16, 2025

This weekend the Red Cedar Film Festival is being held in Menomonie July 17-20. It’s the 7th year for this annual festival! Consider attending one or many screenings of films from all over the...

Erin Sullivan in a graphic design announcing she will be UW-Stout athletic director

Erin Sullivan Named UW-Stout Athletic Director

By UW-Stout July 2, 2025

MENOMONIE - Erin Sullivan, a 20-year veteran of Blue Devil Athletics, will become University of Wisconsin-Stout's next director of Athletics and Recreation on July 1, 2025. Sullivan, who has served...

Menomonie Mayor Randy Knaack cuts a ribbon dedicating the Tainter Gate  Historical Overlook in a ceremony held on Thursday, June 19.

Tainter Gate Historic Overlook

By MNN Contributor July 2, 2025

Representatives of Xcel Energy, Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce, the Dotseth family, and the Dunn County Historical Society look on as Menomonie Mayor Randy Knaack cuts a ribbon dedicating the Tainter...

Let's Paint The Town to Overtake Wilson Park July 19

Let’s Paint The Town to Overtake Wilson Park July 19

July 2, 2025

MENOMONIE - Two popular musical acts will take the stage at the fifth annual Let’s Paint the Town event, Saturday, July 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Wilson Park. Featuring more than 100 vendors and...

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