A former 15-year veteran of reporting local news for western Wisconsin TV and radio stations, Salina Heller also volunteers in community theater, helps organize the Chippewa Valley Air Show, and is kept busy by her daughter’s elementary school PTA meetings. She is a UW-Eau Claire alum.
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Rural Wisconsin hospital expands obstetrics department thanks to government funding
As some surrounding birth centers are shuttering their maternity departments, a rural western Wisconsin hospital in a town of about 5,000 people is growing its women’s health and labor & delivery services.
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VIDEO: “It Just Feels So Good to Feel Good”
Kamala Harris gave a message a hope as she wrapped up the Democratic convention last Thursday. Hope was also something that was felt when the vice president hosted a campaign rally in Eau Claire earlier in the month. Hear from a happy Jake Lindgren of Fall Creek. @upnorthnews Kamala Harris gave a message a hope…
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VIDEO: Why This Durand 17-Year-Old Is Excited To Turn 18, And Vote In His First Election
Carlin Pfieiffer of Durand will turn 18 years old a month and three days before election day. His excitement to vote is evident. For him, it’s important that he and his peers “care about politics” and “make a difference.” He was at the Harris-Walz campaign rally in Eau Claire to hear the candidates talk first-hand…
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VIDEO: Eau Claire Man Tells Why We Need To Save The Constitution
Today isn’t just a “day off,” but a time to honor the hard working Americans that make our country great ❤️🤍💙 This November, it’s important to vote with them (and you!) in mind. Berlye Middleton of Eau Claire explains why: @upnorthnews Today isn’t just a “day off,” but a time to honor the hard working…
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Wisconsin schools are saving money with solar thanks to the Biden-Harris administration’s Inflation Reduction Act
The School District of Black River Falls is one district in Wisconsin that has taken advantage of federal tax credits provided by the Biden-Harris administration’s Inflation Reduction Act to install solar panels.
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VIDEO: The Childless Cat Lady has something to say to JD Vance
What do “childless cat ladies” have to say about remarks made by Republican vice-presidential nominee JD Vance? 🐱 It turns out, a lot. Rhonda Carrell of Wisconsin Rapids, says she wanted to have kids, but wasn’t able. She says she’s not miserable, or making the country miserable, and in fact, she’s contributed a lot to…
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VIDEO: What’s important to this 25-year-old Wisconsin educator
Appleton native Holly Hirst recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and is now a teacher in the Eau Claire Area School District.👩🏼🏫 She was enthusiastic about the Harris-Walz ticket at the rally held at the Eau Claire Event District. @upnorthnews Appleton native Holly Hirst recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and…
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VIDEO: If I can’t get to the polls on Election Day, how do I vote?
Can’t make it to the polls on election day? In Wisconsin, voters cast their ballots in 1️⃣ of 3️⃣ ways: 1. Absentee by mail 2. In-person absentee (early voting) at designated site, starting two weeks before Election Day 3. At your polling place on Election Day The Wisconsin Election Commission’s Carrie Riepl explains WHY you…
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VIDEO: What does a Kamala Harris candidacy mean to you?
“It’s time for a woman to stand up and take charge.” People from all over the country are at UW-Eau Claire this week for a leadership training conference. During a break, there was buzz about the Kamala Harris campaign launch. @upnorthnews “It’s time for a woman to stand up and take charge.” People from all…
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VIDEO: Why this Gen-Z’er urges turning TikTok and memes into voting
41 million members of Gen Z will be eligible to vote this year, joining a fairly politically active generation. One 23-year-old from Black River Falls urges her peers to turn the TikTok videos and memes into votes. @upnorthnews 41 million members of Gen Z will be eligible to vote this year, joining a fairly politically…
