The Aspen Institute named CVTC one of 10 finalists for the 2027 $1 million Aspen Prize, recognizing strong community college student and post-graduation outcomes.
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- Chippewa County Tourism
Plan your visit to the Northern Wisconsin State Fair July 8–12, 2026, with live music, rides, exhibits, fair food, midway games and a full weekly schedule.
- Chippewa County
Chippewa County is accepting applications for a District 6 County Board supervisor vacancy, with the appointed term running through April 2028.
- Chippewa Valley Technical College
Chippewa Valley Technical College District Board approves a balanced 2026-27 budget with higher expenditures, flat revenues, and a lower mill rate amid rising values.
- Chippewa Valley Technical College
CVTC students from multiple programs debut RoboTap, a grant-funded robotic root beer cart project that builds technical skills and collaboration across campus.
- Chippewa Valley Technical College
Recent CVTC respiratory therapy graduate Chukwunonso Offiah, a Nigerian immigrant and father, was named Wisconsin RT Student of the Year for his perseverance.
- Chippewa Valley Technical College
CVTC software development student and Lippert senior design engineer Josh Bowe uses curiosity to advance his career, earn StELAR honors, and plan further study.
The Aspen Institute named CVTC one of 10 finalists for the 2027 $1 million Aspen Prize, recognizing strong community college student and post-graduation outcomes.
Chippewa County is accepting applications for a District 6 County Board supervisor vacancy, with the appointed term running through April 2028.
Chippewa Valley Technical College District Board approves a balanced 2026-27 budget with higher expenditures, flat revenues, and a lower mill rate amid rising values.
CVTC students from multiple programs debut RoboTap, a grant-funded robotic root beer cart project that builds technical skills and collaboration across campus.
Recent CVTC respiratory therapy graduate Chukwunonso Offiah, a Nigerian immigrant and father, was named Wisconsin RT Student of the Year for his perseverance.
CVTC software development student and Lippert senior design engineer Josh Bowe uses curiosity to advance his career, earn StELAR honors, and plan further study.
CVTC’s first Aesthetician – Advanced Practice students share how hands-on training, science-based skincare and client care prepared them for industry jobs.
CVTC alumna Calie Berg balances work, family, health challenges and virtual coursework to earn a human resource management degree and inspire fellow graduates.
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Gov. Tony Evers marked Earth Week with a statewide tour, touting Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge progress and visits highlighting conservation and clean energy.
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Gov. Tony Evers approved an $8.55 million project to reconstruct and resurface WIS 35 in Siren, with traffic detours and completion expected in mid-October.
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US 8 bridge traffic in St. Croix Falls will be reduced to one lane each way from April 27 to May 4 for three-stage deck repairs, with schedules weather dependent.
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Eastbound I-94 will fully close overnight April 30–May 1 near Kinney Road in St. Croix County for bridge girder placement, with traffic detoured via WIS 35 and WIS 65.
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WisDOT details 2025-26 road and bridge projects, detours and lane closures across northwest Wisconsin counties, including US 53, I-94, WIS 29 and local roads.
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Gov. Tony Evers celebrates Earth Week, urging Wisconsinites to reduce waste, conserve resources, and support statewide climate and clean energy efforts.
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Wisconsin planted nearly 12 million trees and conserved 7,800 acres in 2025, surpassing 54 million trees since 2021 and advancing its Trillion Trees Pledge.