In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with John Frank, Political Analyst for WEAU. Topics discussed include: Were the results of the recent elections a surprise? Pre-election polling Voting by economic class Partisanship of national media Impact of WI redistricting Beverage Enjoyed:  La Croix sparkling water Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Kathy Wright, Talent Buyer for the Pablo Center. Topics discussed include: Types of entertainment Western WI enjoys Competing with other local venues and events Eau Claire’s selling / short comings with artists Last minute ticket buyers Beverage Enjoyed:  Three Philosophers, Quad Ale.  Cooperstown NY Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Quentin Volk, Executive Director Eau Claire Jazz, Inc. Topics discussed include: Connecting UWEC with the community Why Eau Claire has blossomed into a music hub Reasons students choose UWEC for its music program AI and the viability of live music Jazz student internship program Beverage Enjoyed:  Houblon Chouffe, Belgium IPA Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Dr. Laura Smith, Pediatrician with Spero Wellness Center. Topics discussed include: Functional Medicine Time spent with a Patient Medicating Children Physician Burnout Beverage Enjoyed:  Spindrift Sparkling Water Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl sits down with Lacey Logslett, VP of Business Banking at Northwestern Bank. Topics discussed include: Balancing Career with Family Working with Female Business Owners / Entrepreneurs Women in Leadership Roles Why Business Owners Look to NB for their Banking Needs Beverage Enjoyed: Stiegl Raspberry Radler, Salzburg Austria Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Charity Zich, Airport Director Chippewa Valley Regional Airport. Topics discussed include: Return of United (Skyway) Airlines to EAU Maintaining Sun Country service to Fort Myers Need for regular, dependable flights both out of and into the Chippewa Valley Flight times and schedules Beverage Enjoyed:  Schell’s Sangria, New Ulm Brewing MN Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Eric Rykal, Owner of Modicum Brewery Topics discussed include: Modicum Brewing Story Decision to Re-start Business Coffee Grounds Experience Future Plans  Beverage Enjoyed:  When I am King, Modicum Brewery Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Dr. Heidi Eliopoulos, Superintendent Altoona Public Schools. Topics discussed include: Closing COVID Educational gaps AI in the Classroom Phones / Digital Screens Age Children Can Begin their Career Search Beverage Enjoyed:  Voodoo Ranger, IPA  New Belgium Brewing Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.  Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Andy Henning, AVP of Compliance at Northwestern Bank. Topics discussed include: Trends in bank fraud Most frequent fraud where customers lose money Business fraud How folks can best protect themselves from fraud and identity theft How AI will both increase fraud and improve fraud decetion Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest 2024  Beverage Enjoyed: Paulaner Oktoberfest Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Mike Golat, City Administrator of Altoona  Topics discussed include: Completion of Construction In River Prairie Affordable Housing Efforts City Expansion / East Neighborhood Residential Development Downtown Container Park Update Water Availability Beverage Enjoyed: Oktoberfest, Athletic Brewing  Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify. Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Wyatt Tinnen, General Manager of the new Sonnentag Event Center   Topics discussed include: The Sonnentag Center will change the entertainment options for Western WI How the Sonnentag Center complements existing sports / music venues What the guest experience will be   Types of events to be offered Three-year goal for the Center   Beverage Enjoyed:  Driftless Glen Bourbon   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Darrin Senn, Owner of Senn Blacktop and Northwestern Bank Chairman of the Board   Topics discussed include: Improvements in Blacktop Substitutes for Oil in Blacktop Forecast for 2025 based on Projects out for Bid Why should Someone Bank with NB? Challenges the Bank Faces Staying Independent  Beverage Enjoyed:  Goose Island Bourbon County Double Barrel   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Scott Hoffman, CEO WIN Technologies.   Topics discussed include: What is AI? Issues with accessing AI in an office setting Opportunities that AI offers for productivity How AI usage is impacting WIN’s network   Beverage Enjoyed:  Wolf, 3 Sheeps Brewing Company   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Barb Stevens, President of Open Door Clinic Topics discussed include: Jazz for a Cause Role of Open Door Clinic Impact on Clinic of HSHS Closure(s) Services Provided Eligibility Criteria Beverage Enjoyed:  Curieux, Allagash Brewing Co.  Portland Maine   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Brad Hentschel, City Planner for the City of Chippewa Falls   Topics discussed include: Updates on construction activity throughout the city Impact of the closing of St. Joseph’s hospital Plans for the Chippewa Falls public pool and Marshal Park Strength of Downtown City Comprehensive Plan Update Beverage Enjoyed:  Franziskaner Weissbier, Munich Germany   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Wade Asher, Festival Promoter Chippewa Valley Music Festivals   Topics discussed include: Hoofbeat (formerly Country Fest) Force Fields, a new Electronic Dance Music Festival Farm Technology Days Improvements coming to the fest grounds Wade’s favorite fest memories Beverage Enjoyed:  Busch Light   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Aaron White, Eau Claire’s Community Development Director   We discuss 7 mega trends that are impacting the Chippewa Valley: Population Growth Demography Urbanization Economic Shifts Digital Disruption Climate Change Beverage Enjoyed: Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Dr. Amanda Blonigen, Co-Owner of On-site Chiropractic.   Topics discussed include: Using chiropractic procedures as an alternative to drug therapy Offering chiropractic care in public schools Treating children vs adults The role of parents in school-based treatments Tracking results Beverage Enjoyed:  Strongbow Hard Gold Apple Cider   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with John McHugh, VP of External Relations for Kwik Trip, Inc.   Topics discussed include: The growth of Kwik Trip Providing healthy options in food deserts Corporate Culture Planning for EV’s Beverage Enjoyed:  Kid Kolsch, New Glarus Brewing   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Mike Farrow, fellow NB bankers and owner of Nemtec Tuning and Nemtec Racing.  We discuss electric vehicles and their viability in Northern Wisconsin   Topics discussed include: EV Range issues in cold weather Servicing EV Hidden costs of ownership Where electric vehicles make sense Mike’s role in Nemtec Racing Beverage Enjoyed:  Moon Man from New Glarus Brewing   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Ashley Milletics, NB’s Marketing Intern for a discussion on UWEC students and their impressions of Eau Claire   Topics discussed include: How Eau Claire is viewed by UWEC students Is Eau Claire a desirable location for students to live post-graduation? Are major metro areas still desirable for students starting careers? Housing Affordability The NB internship experience Beverage Enjoyed:  Lindemans Framboise, Raspberry Lambic Beer   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer, Jerry Kuehl sits down with Jeff Halloin, Attorney with Landmark Company and member of Gateway Industrial Park Corp.   Topics discussed include: How the sale of land to Walmart launched Gateway’s expansion on the NW side of Eau Claire The fading focus of job growth with economic development Value of ‘mega’ projects for the Chippewa Valley County T Expansion (Gateway Northwest) Beverage Enjoyed: Leinenkugal’s Northwoods Amber   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Jarad Bilhorn, Owner of 3rd and Vine and Jerry Bauer, NB Director   Topics discussed include: Pairing beer with food West Coast craft brewing vs Midwest Craft brewing The 3rd and Vine experience What is special about Eau Claire Beverage Enjoyed:  Giant Jone’s Dubbel Diest   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with David Solberg, Deputy Manager of the City of Eau Claire   Topics discussed include: Managing the growth of Eau Claire Challenges facing the city Creating affordable housing, residential density Infrastructure “Wish List” Eau Claire 2045   Beverage Enjoyed:  A&W Diet Cream Soda   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Traci Hollister, CPA and Partner Wipfli, LLP   Topics discussed include: Maintaining customer loyalty and positive client experience with fewer staff Accounting Automation Keeping financial Data Secure Less about bookkeeping, more about data analytics Preparing your own taxes Beverage Enjoyed:  Schofferhofer Grapefruit Wheat Beer   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Charity Zich, Airport Director Chippewa Valley Regional Airport   Topics discussed include: Sun Country Results EAU’s status as an Essential Service airport Change in the travelers utilizing the airport Airport Construction Updates Beverage Enjoyed:  Leinie’s Summer Shandy   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

In this episode of Banker with a Beer Jerry Kuehl sits down with Karen Hebert, Group Benefits Broker of spectrum Benefits Solutions   Topics discussed include: How to Think about Health Care and its Financing Pivoting away from Employee Provided health Insurance. Incentivizing Folks to Take Charge of their Own Health Beverage Enjoyed: Two Can Play at this Game, Tripping Animals Brewing, Doral, FL   Thank you for listening to this episode! Help support the show by leaving Banker with a Beer a rating or review on Apple or Spotify.   Banker with a Beer is brought to you by Northwestern Bank. A community bank headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Follow us on Facebook or learn more on our website northwesternbank.com. We’re a community bank with all the services of a big bank in a personalized friendly size. Member FDIC.

Operational Referendum Challenges of Socia Media Career Readiness Mental Health of Youth Guest: Jeff Holm, Superintendent Chippewa Falls Unified School District Beverage Enjoyed: Sprecher Root Beer

Moving from New Jersey (in a pandemic) An outsider’s view of the Chippewa Valley Why journalism? Relevancy of TV news in 2024 Guest: Leeann Stapleton, Morning News Anchor for WEAU Beverage Enjoyed: Hacker Pschorr Munich Gold

The role trusts play in transferring wealth from one generation to the next Services offered by trust companies Supporting family members who are unable to support themselves End of Life Planning Issues Featured Guest: Jason Munz, Vice President of Trust PointBeverage Enjoyed: St. Fevillien Grand Cru

2023 Wisconsin Banker’s Association “Banker of the Year” Healthcare Task Force Economic Health of the Chippewa Valley Future of Community Banking Guest: Jerry Jacobson, President and CEO of Northwestern Bank Beverage Enjoyed: Leinenkugel’s Honey Weiss

Coaching CEOs and Executives Stress in Leadership Positions Warning Signs of Stress Traits of a good CEO Suggestions for a healthy lifestyle for company leaders Guest: Brent Hafele, CEO of Vibrancy Unlocked Beverage Enjoyed: Erdinger Dunkel, Erding Germany

Current Information on the closing of Sacred Heart and St Joseph Hospitals History of the Hospital Sisters in the Chippewa Valley Likely impacts of the closures on the Chippewa Valley Benefits and Services being offered to existing patients and staff Guest: Nick Berger, former Client Service Executive of HSHS (Hospital Sisters Health System) Beverage Enjoyed: Kwak Belgium Ale

Trends in building construction Availability of materials and labor Working in the Chippewa Valley compared with the rest of the US Forecast for 2024 Guest: Peter Hoeft, Owner of Hoeft Construction. Beverage Enjoyed: Montucky Cold Snack

Trends in Chippewa Valley crime / security Effectiveness of security systems Monitoring a second home or your home when away Things everyone should do to protect their home / car Guest:  Chris Lokken Customer Service Manager, Tru Lock Beer Enjoyed:  Juneau Juice, Alaskan Brewing

Topics discussed include: What is a die? Types of products manufactured with a die Chippewa Valley position as epicenter of US die production Future improvements / trends Guest: Doug Darrow, Owner of Allied Dies Beverage Enjoyed: Bundaberg Ginger Beer

Cyber Security Training Facility Record Enrollment Integration of programs with high schools and area universities Enhancing student extracurricular options Guest: Dr. Sunem Beaton Garicia, President Chippewa Valley Technical College Beer Enjoyed: Delirium Noel

What is One Auto Group? Challenges / Benefits of selling vehicles of different manufactures Role of a local dealership in the world of Tesla Are electric cars a good for the upper Midwest? Brands you would like to bring to the Chippewa Valley  Guest: Bill Bertrand, Co-Owner One Auto Group Beer Enjoyed: Tweak, Avery Brewing Boulder CO

The transition from CoLab to The Coven The role of entrepreneurship in the Pablo Group Colab’s place in the local entrepreneurial space Joining The Coven community Guest: Elaine Coughlin, Director of Investment and Entrepreneurship, The Pablo Group Beverage Enjoyed: Kul Mocks, NA Craft Mocktail

Business Programs and services offered by Regional Planning What to prepare prior to meeting with WCWRP Favorite Start up Stories Advice for prospective entrepreneurs Guest: Tobi Lemahiew, Fund Manager West Central WI Regional Planning Beverage Enjoyed: Saranac Root Beer , Utica NY

Turning your passion into your business Trends in youth sporting equipment Does spending more money for equipment yield better playing results? Will youth sports transition from school teams to club teams? The future of youth sports Guests:  Lance Gurney and Brian Stelle, Owners of Play It Again Sports Beer Enjoyed:  Lazy Monk Scottish Ale

Chippewa Valley Growth: Opportunities and Challenges Retail Housing Transportation Career Opportunities Guest:  Tracey Smiskey, NB Eau Claire Area Market President Beer Enjoyed:  Bourbon Barrel Stout, Central Waters Brewing Co. Amherst WI

Status of elementary education post COVID Teaching students with learning gaps Falling ACT scores Advice for parents attempting to support their children academically Guest: Dr. Heidi Eliopoulos, Superintendent Altoona School District Beer Enjoyed: Karmeliet Tripel, Belgium

Topics –   Role of Wisconsin Famers Union Kamp Kenwood Connecting consumers with the source of their food Development of Food Market in downtown Chippewa Falls Changing nature of farming     Guest:  Jackie Boos, Facilities Director, Wisconsin Famers Union Beer(s) Enjoyed:  3 Sheeps Pils (3 Sheeps Brewing Co - Sheyboygan) and Good City Pills (Milwaukee)

Topics –   Discussion on Mike’s new book ‘Forty Acres Deep” Prevalence of metal illness in the farming community Challenges / opportunities of self-publishing Wisconsin PBS Series:  ‘Michael Perry on the Road’ Michael Perry and the Long Beds   Guest:  Michael Perry - Author, performer, musician, and occasional farmer Beverage:  Guinness Non-Alcoholic Draught

Project Updates Transit Center Block 7 (Menomonie Market Co Op & apartments) Cannery District Former Shopko Site Multi-family Housing Carson Park’s Future UWEC Projects Guest: Aaron White, Community Development Director Beer Enjoyed: Paulaner Salvator Doppelbock

Development at Chippewa Crossings Wisconsin Farmer’s Union downtown market / relocation City expansion / industrial needs New battery factory State land transfer Guest:  Brad Hentschel, City of Chippewa Falls Planner Beer Enjoyed:  Paulaner Oktoberfest

What is a food bank? Status of food security in western Wisconsin Newly expanded facility Volunteer status/opportunities Guest: Suzanne Becker, Executive Director Feed My People Food Bank Beer Enjoyed: Abita Amber Lager, Abita Brewing, Abita Springs, LA