REACH, INC. HIRES NEW CEO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Dennis Vanden Bloomen Tel: (715) 379-6792 E-Mail: braunsbay@hotmail.com REACH, INC. HIRES NEW CEO The Reach, Inc. Board of Directors have hired a new CEO. Todd Breaker was named the new CEO for Reach, Inc. and will begin his duties on July 20, 2020. This marks an end to a six month search to find Stacy Wigfield’s replacement. Mr. Wigfield retired on March 31st, 2020 after 34 years of service. Mr. Breaker has been working in public programs that serve child and
Family Medicine physician James Walker, M.D., to retire after 44 years at Mayo Clinic Health System
MENOMONIE, Wis. — Family Medicine physician James Walker, M.D., will retire on June 4 after working at Mayo Clinic Health System for 44 years. Dr. Walker started his career in Menomonie in 1976 and has worked in Family Medicine ever since. "One of the parts I really enjoyed was obstetrics," says Dr. Walker. "I've delivered over 2,000 babies in my time here, and I've just really enjoyed every part of the department." Dr. Walker was instrumental in starting the Free Clinic of the Greater Menomonie Area
Mayo Clinic Health System requesting donations of handmade cloth masks
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Mayo Clinic Health System is requesting community donations of fabric masks to help keep patients, visitors and staff safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayo Clinic Health System is incredibly grateful for all community donations over the past several weeks and the organization continues to have a significant need for cloth masks. Guidelines for making masks When making masks, please:Follow cloth face covering guidance from professional organizations, such as the Centers for Disease
Chancellor Frank delivers her first commencement address virtually
Chancellor Frank delivers her first commencement address virtually ‘So much to celebrate together’ she tells almost 1,200 graduates during online ceremony Story Link Menomonie, Wis. — University of Wisconsin-Stout Chancellor Katherine P. Frank delivered her first commencement address Saturday, May 9, to 1,183 graduates, telling them in a virtual ceremony that there is “so much to celebrate together” even in the face of “this new, unknown space.” A total of 1,004 undergraduates and 179 Graduate
Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant Recipients Announced
Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant Recipients Announced Release Date: May 8, 2020 Media Contacts: Rick Hummell, Public Information Officer, 608-224-5041, richard.hummell@wi.gov Download press release and map MADISON – Nine local food projects have been selected to receive grants through the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) program, a competitive grant program designed to strengthen Wisconsin’s food industries by helping farms and businesses more efficiently process, market and distribute
CVTC Joins Fight Against Virus, Personal protection equipment donated, ventilators provided
Eau Claire, WI – Chippewa Valley Technical College’s health and emergency services programs are providing supplies, equipment and expertise to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, and faculty members are ready to bring their expertise. The value of equipment and supplies donated to local emergency service centers is over $10,000, according to Shelly Olson, executive dean of health and emergency services. “We inventoried all FireMedic and Emergency Medical Services supplies, including non-disposable
REACH, INC. HOLDS FAREWELL OPEN HOUSE FOR RETIRING CEO
We have postponed the retirement open house for Stacy H. WIgfield that was scheduled for 3/26/20 due to the current COVID-19 situation. Once we reschedule, we will send out the new dates and times. Be well everyone! Stacy H. Wigfield the CEO of Reach, Inc. announced his retirement on January 2nd, 2020. His retirement will take effect on March 31, 2020. The Reach Board of Directors is in the process of accepting applications for his replacement until March 20, 2020 at 5pm. Information about the position
Free, Online Financial Education Resource Sponsored by WESTconsin Credit Union
Free, Online Financial Education Resource Sponsored by WESTconsin Credit UnionWESTERN WI— WESTconsin Credit Union sponsors an online financial education resource called Banzai. It is open to everyone of all ages and people can find information that fits their learning level or financial stage of life. This program is aligned with all of Wisconsin’s state standards for financial education and offers two platforms for learning: A three stage game simulation and a wellness center with written materials and
UNITED WAY AND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE JOINT RESPONSE IN DUNN AND PEPIN COUNTIES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE UNITED WAY AND COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE JOINT RESPONSE IN DUNN AND PEPIN COUNTIES Menomonie, Wisconsin – March 21, 2020 — United Way of Dunn County and the Community Foundation of Dunn County are partnering in response to the impact of Covid-19 on nonprofits and the community we all serve. Although we may both have Dunn in our names, this includes our southern neighbors of Pepin County. The United Way Disaster Relief Fund The United Way activated it's Disaster Relief
Last scoop of coal marks end of an era to heat university
Last scoop of coal marks end of an era to heat university Natural gas, seen as a ‘bridge’ to more sustainable fuel source, is cheaper, cleaner Story link FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 5, 2020 Menomonie, Wis. — Heating Plant Superintendent Brian Lorenz maneuvered a front-end loader at about 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, and dumped a bucketload of coal onto a black iron grate. The coal slowly sank below the floor of the plant, headed for the firebox in the boiler that converts water to steam to help heat
Mayo Clinic Health System grant program available to nonprofits in Northwest Wisconsi
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — For the sixth year, Mayo Clinic Health System is pleased to offer its Hometown Health Grant program. This program seeks to improve the health of communities in Northwest Wisconsin. The grant application is open to nonprofit organizations in Barron, Buffalo, Dunn, Chippewa, Eau Claire, Pierce, St. Croix and Trempealeau counties. Last year, $155,000 was issued in grants to nine nonprofit organizations. The Hometown Health Grant program supports innovative efforts to improve
International students taking pride in volunteering
International students taking pride in volunteering Community work, part of a scholarship, includes service clubs, nonprofits, assisted living, church Story Link FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 2, 2020 Menomonie, Wis. — Going to college in another country is a big step and takes a lot of planning. Another worry for international students and their families may be the expense. The International Student Tuition Scholarship eases students’ minds by helping them earn up to $5,000 per year for undergraduates
Chippewa Valley Marks National Mentoring Month with Proclamations of ‘Thank Your Mentor Day’
Eau Claire, WI (February 6, 2020) – In January Eau Claire City Council President Terry Weld, Chippewa Falls Mayor Greg Hoffman, and Menomonie Mayor Randy Knaack proclaimed Big Brothers Big Sisters ‘Thank Your Mentor Day’ in appreciation of the countless volunteer hours and support Big Brothers Big Sisters has from the community. This January was the 19th year of National Mentoring Month which celebrates and highlights the importance of mentors in young children’s lives. Children with a mentor set
International Mother Language Day Celebration Feb. 20
International Mother Language Day Celebration Feb. 20 Over a dozen languages will be spoken during event at Mabel Tainter Story Link FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 11, 2020 Menomonie, Wis. — Korean, Farsi, Greek, Tamil, Tajik. Over a dozen different languages will be heard from University of Wisconsin-Stout faculty, staff and students and members of the Menomonie community during the International Mother Language Day Celebration from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Mabel Tainter Center
Mayo Clinic again receives top honors for high-quality patient care
News Release Feb. 4, 2020 Mayo Clinic again receives top honors for high-quality patient care ROCHESTER, Minn. — Thirteen hospitals across Mayo Clinic received star ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for Overall Hospital Quality. Six of the 13 hospitals earned five stars — the best score possible. The national average is 3 of 5 stars. The star rating provides patients with information about multiple dimensions of quality in a single score. Star ratings are assigned based
Construction team third in nation; homebuilders group adds support
Students have standout performance; Chippewa Valley Homebuilders helps with funding Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb. 4, 2020 Menomonie, Wis. — A construction program team from University of Wisconsin-Stout was determined to make the top five awards podium at a national competition. The team did just that, taking third in the national student challenge in January at the National Association of Home Builders International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas — after missing out on the
Chippewa Valley Beekeepers Invited to Participate in Community Apiary
Chippewa Valley Beekeepers Invited to Participate in Community Apiary The Chippewa Valley Beekeepers Association, in partnership with Xcel Energy and Beaver Creek Reserve, is offering plots for area beekeepers in a new community apiary in the town of Hallie in Chippewa County. The apiary is particularly suited to individuals who wish to keep bees, but live in an area that is not suited to beekeeping, or in a community that heavily regulates or taxes beekeepers. Participants in the community apiary
Mayo Clinic Health System to offer performance training for college, high school and youth athletes
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Mayo Clinic Health System will offer a Sports Performance Training program for college, high school and youth athletes in February and March at its Rehabilitation Services locations in Eau Claire and Menomonie. During the six-week program, sports medicine specialists will work with athletes to improve: · Strength, mobility and power · Overall speed and agility · Linear and lateral speed mechanics The Sports Performance Training program combines Mayo Clinic
