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Trust is the foundation of any relationship. What is trust and what are the three pillars that are essential in building it successfully? Ronnie takes us through the keys to establishing long-lasting trust in that relationship. What are the obstacles she has come across that serve as brick walls and hinderances to trust. Podcast sponsored by Katherine Lillie at Icon Realty

So goes the local schools, so goes the community. The quality of a community’s schools is a humongous indicator of an area’s strength. The Altoona School District hits high marks and on this episode we talk with the district’s superintendent Heidi Eliopoulous to get the scoop on what is going on. - The directive of preparing students for life. IE “Tomorrow ready citizens” - The ongoing “catch up” that continues post-COVID - Getting and retaining staff - The programs they have to give students a head start on college/career - The district’s capacity, with Altoona continuing to grow - Is another referendum on the horizon?

The MLB playoff races are heating up and Derek provides an update, including on where the Brewers and Twins stand

The debut episode for the all-new podcast dedicated to information on resources and programs available for those with mental illness in the Chippewa Valley. Presented by NAMI Chippewa Valley, on the first episode we learn all about this organization from the President Greg and Executive Director Kayla

Peter Heimdahl is a 31 year Army Veteran who rose to the level of Brigadier General. He is full of stories and knowledge and joins Emilie to share a full. His sense of humor and detail will keep you glued to the speakers for the entire episodes. From being a strong student in high schools that offered lots of opportunities to choosing West Point and a military path. His time includes a stint in Vietnam.

Scott celebrates a teenager getting pulled over on Rudolph Road...Gives you a plausible reason why Taylor Swift may soon in Eau Claire...and recaps this week's City Council decisions

This week’s beverage of choice: Paulaner Oktoberfest Marzen Guest: Andy Henning Northwestern Bank’s AVP of Compliance Since the pandemic, fraud in banking has risen to high levels. So we bring on Andy who heads up Northwestern Banks’ division that oversees this. We learn what people should do for their personal and business finances to protect themselves. What are the most common types of frauds, including counterfeit checks, false identification, etc. What scams are more prevalent now as opposed to a decade ago? What happens when fraud is detected? How closely with law enforcement does the bank coordinate? Other financial institutions?

When it comes to dog behavioral training and doggy day care in the area, emBark is at the top of many lists. We meet Heather Mischefske, who started emBark in 2005. We learn how she eschewed a stable job to instead take the leap into operating a business that allowed her to work directly with her passion...animals. Along the way, what obstacles has she faced? The challenges that needed to be overcome? And why sometimes being seemingly "blocked" from your passion in college doesn't mean you won't be able to come back to it.

Changes were made to the fair’s safety and security measures heading into 2024. How did those protocols play out this summer and what improvements are already being looked at. Overall, things came out very well but that doesn’t mean areas of improvement don’t exist. Addressing lines getting into concerts, parking, ticketing and more. Rusty touches on the things that worked and what they need to work on.

One of downtown Eau Claire’s thriving establishments is 2 Roots Wine and Art Gallery and Brian and Linda are big fans. We meet the owner Sean Chambers and he takes us through the story of his business which had started as just an art gallery in a smaller location near its current spot. We get a tour of the inventory he has including the unique “self pour” that is perfect for sampling. Also, the story behind the art the business has on display.

A key court ruling on the murder of a Chippewa Falls girls, plus discussion of other local topics

In the inaugural episode of the Foundational Health podcast, Dr. Kevin Schultz introduces himself and his mission. With 24 years of experience as a Doctor of Chiropractic and Nutritional Counselor, Dr. Schultz has dedicated his career to improving patients' overall health through spinal care, nutrition, and lifestyle changes. He has treated a diverse range of individuals, from young children to Olympic athletes, focusing on sustainable, holistic health practices. The Foundational Health podcast aims to simplify complex health information and provide actionable insights for those looking to improve their health. In each episode, Dr. Schultz will break down scientific research and offer practical advice, helping listeners navigate their health journeys through his 5 core principles: Nutrition, Motion, Hydration, Recovery, and Intention.Join Dr. Schultz in making health your hobby and pursuing a healthy lifestyle where you look better, feel better, and heal better!Watch this episode or read along here! Text us your questions and feedback! Want to get started on your Foundational Health Journey?Visit our Foundational Health Websitehttps://FoundationalHealth365.com/Follow Dr. Kevin on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DrKevinSchultzDiscover more episodes:https://www.FoundationalHealth365.com/podcastShop our trusted brands:https://www.FoundationalHealth365.com/shop

A new season of the Chippewa Valley Sports Watch arrives with Scott wondering how much longer football will be played at Carson Park. Also, we're joined by the head coach and players with Eau Claire North Boy's Soccer. Longtime head coach Terry Albrecht tells us the difference he sees in high school athletes now compared to 20 years ago.

We all have images of what a relationship “should” look like and that marriage is happily ever after on the wedding day. The realty is that relationships are always evolving and we learn the importance of working through issues that may come up, long after we thought things were set. Rev Ronnie Roll takes us through the issues that derail many marriages that otherwise would have great potential, and the importance of always working on strengthening this relationship. Ronnie introduces us to the concept of “intentional relationship design” and coming up with a marriage plan that isn’t that much different than a business plan. Podcast sponsored by Katherine Lillie at Icon Realty #love #marriage #relationships #passion #joy

We meet one of Pillar Bank most experienced team members, Leanna! She has been a teller at the Spring Valley location for over 20 years and now serves as a universal teller. Originally from Pennsylvania, she has raised a family in Western Wisconsin and loves working with Pillar Bank. What are her favorite parts of the job and what changes has she seen.

Join Dan for a conversation about Kamala’s big debate coming up September 10th on Fox. Dan shot a couple of commercials, so keep an eye out for those during the debate broadcast. He talks about comments on local news stories. He talks about how Kamala’s speeches change at different locations for the people that are listening. He reads some of the comments. Don’t forget the upcoming September 26th motorcycle and Marcon's banquet at the view, free beer, 1 in 5 chance of winning a gun at this banquet. Fundraiser in October, more info to come soon.

Estate planning is an often-overlooked area of personal finance, so Royal expert Alex joins Money Donuts® hosts Steve, James, and Alexis to explain it. Alex introduces common estate planning terms and explains beneficiaries, probate, how assets are handled after someone passes away, and much more. This episode is packed with information that you can use to help the people you care about!

In this episode, we invite Tom Lund to talk about our experience seeing Ghostlight Players production of Heathers: The Musical. We discuss the magic of community theater and how all the hard work of volunteers comes together to create a truly inspiring piece of art.

The NFL Season is underway with a recap of what has already happened in Week #1 (concern for Jordan Love?) and what is still to come

With a new school year beginning, what are ways parents and caregivers can help kids prepare their students. Looking at what works and doesn’t for them when it comes to routines. What to remember when creating schedules. Handling the chaotic mix of emotions this time of the year brings. What about helping with social skills? How does all of this differ depending on ages as some aspects change as kids get older. Becky Bauer, the Altoona High School Principal, and Leslie Lancette the Altoona Elementary Principal provide their insight. #education #teachers #pupils #learning #podcast #midwest