Altoona News Archives

Other area governments are looking to staff cuts or other ways to slash expenses, but Altoona is expecting little change in next year's budget.

As a fan of "Seinfeld" I can't get over the similarities between the show's "soup Nazi" character and the author of a recent letter complaining about "young," "overweight" people's shopping: "No soda, chips, candy, gum or ice for you!" Apparently the writer considers it a violation of her taxpaying rights that these items were purchased by people ...

Put a number up or pay up In an emergency, when every second counts, rescuers have to be able to find you.

Vietnam veterans gathered Saturday to talk about their experiences and to help one another heal.

A second man has been arrested in connection with the Sept. 7 armed robbery at an Eau Claire residence.

Concerns about the payday lending industry are among the issues scheduled for increased attention in Wisconsin's Capitol, according to state legislators from the Chippewa Valley.

The State Office of Justice Assistance said the Wisconsin crime rate fell in 2008, with the murder rate making the biggest drop, 20 percent.

Jessy Clark says the pain from a knife wound in his abdomen is worse than he ever imagined.

An Altoona man has been arrested in connection with Monday's armed robbery at an Eau Claire residence.

On Monday, 09-07-09, at approximately 2150 hrs. Eau Claire Police responded to 1008 2nd Ave on a report of an armed robbery at this residence.

Early childhood programs - The CASE theme for the 2009-10 school year is "Catholic Schools - Dividends for Life." CASE schools spiffed up for new year By Christena T. O'Brien Students attending Eau Claire Catholic schools this school year returned to a number of new amenities: -Regis students have a new media and technology center.