University of Wisconsin-Stout’s game design programs continue to climb in the rankings among their peers around the nation, rising to No. 6 in the Midwest and No. 17 among all public universities in the United States, according to the latest figures published by Animation Career Review.
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This weekend will be a mixed bag as far as weather is concerned, according to the National Weather Service forecast.
- Dunn County
Throughout May, the Dunn County Zero Suicide Team — made up of community members and Human Services and Public Health staff — is marking National Mental Health Month by encouraging residents to wear and display green ribbons to raise awareness of and reduce the stigma of dealing with mental …
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Some like it hot. If you are one of them and live in the River Valley Region, you should be happy the next couple days, according to the National Weather Service forecast:
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The Community Foundation of Dunn County is pleased to announce that applications are currently being accepted for the Women’s Giving Circle Grant Cycle, while the Foundation’s next Community Impact Grant Cycle will officially open on June 1. Local nonprofits, government organizations, school…
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Summer is coming to the River Valley Region slowly but surely, according to the National Weather Service.
- Casey Parrott University of Wisconsin-Stout
The University of Wisconsin-Stout head women's basketball coach Sam Clayton has announced the hiring of Mattea Voss as the program's assistant coach. With a remarkable coaching and playing background, Voss brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the Blue Devils' program.
The St. Croix Valley Genealogical Society meets May 21 at 7 p.m.
River Valley Region residents can look forward to summer-like temperatures as the week progresses, according to the National Weather Service.
According to the National Weather Service, showers are likely before 9 am Tuesday. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 80. Breezy, with a south wind 16 to 22 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 34 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
The newly elected Dunn County Board of Supervisors has selected a new chairman. At the organizational meeting following the April election, Randy Prochnow (District 24) was elected to lead the board.
- Dunn County News Staff
On Saturday, May 16 at 2 p.m., Sara Thielen will discuss “Medicine in Western Wisconsin during the Frontier Days” at Castlerock Museum in Alma, Wisconsin.
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Warmer temperatures are on the way this weekend across the River Valley Region.
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William Engel of Boyceville High School is among the five winners of a $10,000 Science Olympiad Founders’ Scholarship awarded by the Science Olympiad USA Foundation
- University of Wisconsin-Stout
While Wisconsin farmers are out in their tractors preparing their fields, engineering students at University of Wisconsin-Stout have designed a portable manufacturing cell – a semi-automated assembly machine – to produce wooden toy tractors for area children.
- University of Wisconsin-Stout
Spring commencement will be held for 1,067 graduates on Saturday, May 16, at University of Wisconsin-Stout. A total of 849 undergraduate and 218 graduate students will receive degrees during three ceremonies at Johnson Fieldhouse:
- Dunn County 4-H
Last month, Dunn County 4-H offered a cross-generational program called Generation Celebration, where youths were able to meet and interview residents of the Neighbors of Dunn County Nursing Home.
- Allan Swift | River Valley Media Group
Area residents can look forward to an upward tick in temperatures for the next two days, according to the National Weather Service.
- Casey Parrott University of Wisconsin-Stout
University of Wisconsin-Stout Director of Athletics Erin Sullivan has named Tom Webb as the 17th head coach in the history of the Blue Devil men’s basketball program. Webb takes over the program after serving as interim head coach during the 2025-26 season.
- American Red Cross
In May, the American Red Cross asks people to secure their blood or platelet donation appointment now to help the blood supply stay ahead of building seasonal pressures. Just one hour of time could help patients celebrate more life with loved ones in the weeks ahead.
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River Valley Region residents can expect the cooler weather to stick around, according to the National Weather Service.
- Allan Swift | River Valley Media Group
The pleasant temperatures of Monday give way to a spring chill for the next few days. It also will be very dry according to the National Weather Service.
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The Community Foundation of Dunn County is pleased to offer a scholarship opportunity for non-traditional students who wish to further their education.

