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Wisconsin Takes Home North American Dairy Quiz Bowl Title

December 4, 2024

Wisconsin Takes Home North American Dairy Quiz Bowl Title

Wisconsin 4-H youth have been busy traveling to the North American International Livestock Exposition held in Louisville, KY in November. During this event Wisconsin had several teams go down to represent their project and Wisconsin 4-H. One of them being...
On Giving Tuesday, Compeer Donates To Local 4-H

December 3, 2024

On Giving Tuesday, Compeer Donates To Local 4-H

Pictured: (from left) Glenn Wachtler, Compeer team member; Lance Kamm, Compeer Financial’s Wisconsin Giving Tuesday contest winner; MaKayla Weyer, Wide Awake 4-H Club member; Stella Kamm, Wide Awake 4-H Club treasurer; Lilly Peterson, Wide Awake 4-H Club president. The Baldwin Wide...
Behind The Scenes Of The FFA Fruit Boxes

December 1, 2024

Behind The Scenes Of The FFA Fruit Boxes

All the assistants here at the Mid-West Farm Report — Stephanie Hoff, Charitee Seebecker, and Ben Jarboe — sold fruit boxes as FFA members as part of their annual fundraiser. MyFruitSale.com operates one of the fundraising platforms for these famous...
Domino’s Funds $100,000 in FFA Scholarships

November 27, 2024

Domino’s Funds $100,000 in FFA Scholarships

Domino’s Pizza Inc. has funded scholarships for FFA students for seven years. This year, the company is expanding its scholarship program for the 2024-25 cycle. Domino’s will fund 10 scholarships worth $10,000 each for FFA members pursuing a college degree...
Jefferson County Fair Honors 2024 Hall of Fame

November 25, 2024

Jefferson County Fair Honors 2024 Hall of Fame

The Jefferson County Fair celebrated its 2024 Hall of Fame inductees during a recognition event on Wednesday, November 20, at the Jefferson County Fair Park. The honorees—Cindy Jaquith, Paul Majors, the Kiwanis Club of Jefferson County, and Roger Kylmanen—were acknowledged...
Ten Wisconsin FFA Chapters Granted $500

November 23, 2024

Ten Wisconsin FFA Chapters Granted $500

Ten Wisconsin FFA chapters have been awarded $500 grants through Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom. The FFA Food for America Agricultural Literacy Grant program will provide financial support to FFA chapters with plans for executing agriculture literacy activities as part of...
Applications For Youth Pig Project Scholarships Due Feb. 1

November 19, 2024

Applications For Youth Pig Project Scholarships Due Feb. 1

The Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) is once again offering Youth Pig Project scholarships. These scholarships are designed to assist 4-H and FFA members in establishing swine projects that can lead to development of life skills and career opportunities in the...
Helping Others Feels Sew Good

November 11, 2024

Helping Others Feels Sew Good

Barron County 4-H, in collaboration with the Barron County Fair, set a goal to sew 300 placemats during their fair. Their project will continue during the fall and winter months, as youth, families, volunteers, and community members continue work to...
Through the “Lens” of 4-H

November 9, 2024

Through the “Lens” of 4-H

The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation has launched a contest to inspire 4-H members to showcase their creativity. The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Celebrates the Arts Photography Contest is open to all current 4-H members. Cash prizes are awarded to winners. The contest...
Cedar Crest Continues 30+ Year Support Of 4-H

November 3, 2024

Cedar Crest Continues 30+ Year Support Of 4-H

The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation recently recognized partner Cedar Crest Ice Cream as a top 4-H donor. Acknowledged as a Platinum Clover supporter, Cedar Crest Ice Cream contributed $10,000 to support Wisconsin 4-H programs. Cedar Crest Ice Cream has been an...

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Holiday Concerts to Enjoy in the 715

December 5, 2024

Holiday Concerts to Enjoy in the 715

The 715 – spanning from vibrant communities like Eau Claire to Chippewa Falls and beyond – is alive with the sounds of the season! From classic carols to festive orchestral performances, our area is brimming with opportunities to experience the...
715 Rundown: Holiday Weight, EC City Council, Hunting Season, Brook Trout Scarcity, and Smart Cookies

December 4, 2024

715 Rundown: Holiday Weight, EC City Council, Hunting Season, Brook Trout Scarcity, and Smart Cookies

Our 715 Rundown this week has got it all! From the holiday weight that comes from a few extra Christmas cookies, City Council members seeking reelection, and hunting season stats, to our Wisconsin fish population, and an accomplished high schooler...
Festival of Toys is ON – Help Give a Happy Holiday to Local Children in Need

December 3, 2024

Festival of Toys is ON – Help Give a Happy Holiday to Local Children in...

The annual Festival of Toys aims to make the holidays brighter for children in the Chippewa Valley, with help from the community through donations of new, unwrapped toys, as well as monetary donations! You can donate new, unwrapped toys at these...
Prizes You Can Win During Best Holiday Ever

November 26, 2024

Prizes You Can Win During Best Holiday Ever

This holiday season, we’re bringing you the Best Holiday Ever with a variety of exciting prizes for everyone on your list! From concert tickets and holiday shopping sprees to hunting gear, movie passes, and books for kids, we’ve got something...
715 Rundown: WI DNR & Hunting, Local School Districts, Green Bay Museum, and “Flow”

November 20, 2024

715 Rundown: WI DNR & Hunting, Local School Districts, Green Bay Museum, and “Flow”

This week’s Rundown covers: Hunting safety reminders from the WI DNR School districts in the Chippewa Valley The new Oneida Nation Museum being built in Green Bay Eau Claire City Hall’s operation hours survey The key to joy and happiness, according to research Thanks to Morgan...
Bowling for Birds: Roll A Strike, Donate A Bird!

November 18, 2024

Bowling for Birds: Roll A Strike, Donate A Bird!

Put your bowling skills to the test and give a family a Thanksgiving to remember – all in one roll! Come out to Bowl Winkle’s in Eau Claire on Saturday, November 23rd for our special event, Bowling for Birds, from...
Nominate a Veteran for Some Holiday Cheer

November 18, 2024

Nominate a Veteran for Some Holiday Cheer

This year, we’re lighting up the holidays in a big way while shining a well-deserved spotlight on one of our local heroes. We’re teaming up with Flamingo Power Washing to decorate a veteran’s home for the holidays. We want to ensure...
How To Transition Your Hair From Permanent Color To Your Natural Grey Gracefully

November 17, 2024

How To Transition Your Hair From Permanent Color To Your Natural Grey Gracefully

To all the ladies in the place with style and …GREYS? Or whatever Biggie said.. I’m Meg Ann Lee, a hair stylist in the Eau Claire area and today we are talking about going grey gracefully. I’ve had the pleasure,...
Nominate a Veteran for Some Holiday Cheer

November 15, 2024

Nominate a Veteran for Some Holiday Cheer

This year, we’re lighting up the holidays in a big way while shining a well-deserved spotlight on one of our local heroes. We’re teaming up with Flamingo Power Washing to decorate a veteran’s home for the holidays. We want to ensure...
Bowling for Birds: Roll A Strike, Give A Bird!

November 14, 2024

Bowling for Birds: Roll A Strike, Give A Bird!

Put your bowling skills to the test and give a family a Thanksgiving to remember – all in one roll! Come out to Bowl Winkle’s in Eau Claire on Saturday, November 23rd for our special event, Bowling for Birds, from...