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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VIDEO: Is this Wisconsin woman ready to see Kamala Harris elected?
Kamala Harris promises compassion over chaos in her campaign and leadership. That’s something that one western Wisconsin woman appreciates, as she describes the presumptive Democratic nominee as a “thoughtful and wise leader.” @upnorthnews Kamala Harris promises compassion over chaos in her campaign and leadership. That’s something that one western Wisconsin woman appreciates, as she describes…
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Project 2025 would take kids’ school lunch off the table in some Wisconsin schools
Today, families with tight food budgets in rural and low income districts can count on their kids getting two nutritious meals at school for free, thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration. Donald Trump’s Project 2025 calls for an end to that program, leaving millions of kids without food.
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VIDEO: Wisconsin Man: ‘I think we’ve taken leadership for granted’
More countries are electing women to high political offices. The United Nations says about 30 have been serving as heads of state for the last couple of years and they’re earning praise for their innovative and effective leadership. David Jones of Eau Claire says women can offer fresh perspectives on challenges and says this is…
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This Wisconsin mom had to go to another state for an abortion, and now for IVF
“It was an absolute nightmare having to organize an abortion for a wanted child,” said Heather.
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Why excitement is palpable with a Kamala Harris candidacy in Wisconsin
The second woman and the second person of color is poised to secure the nomination of a major political party. People in Wisconsin are feeling pride and optimism because a Kamala Harris presidential win would serve as another historical benchmark that many see as overdue.
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Wisconsinites rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris and her vision for the future
People all over the Badger State are highlighting the historic legislative success of the Biden-Harris Administration as well as the vice president’s career.
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How this Wisconsin mom is helping a family grow through surrogacy
“If I were in a state where—if something went wrong, or I had an ectopic pregnancy or a missed miscarriage, and there was nothing I could do about it but wait until it’s bad enough that my life was in jeopardy—I would not even consider being in the position I’m in now,” she said of…
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Summer school’s a lifesaver for rural Wisconsin families that need childcare
Traditionally, summer school was a way to catch up on a subject students might need a little more instruction on. However, now there’s a growing recognition among educators, families, and policymakers that summer school is much more than that. It’s full of high-quality structured learning programs that are hands-on, engaging, and fun, while being a…
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Here’s who’s making infertility treatments and vitro fertilization so expensive in Wisconsin
Even though infertility is a medical problem, state legislators have allowed health insurance companies in Wisconsin to opt out of covering its treatments. A couple in Dunn County had to undergo infertility treatments and in vitro fertilization in order to have a family, but had to pay for them out of pocket.
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How this rural Wisconsin school superintendent is working hard to keep his teachers
Wisconsin public schools are dealing with an ongoing teacher retention problem with almost 40% of teachers leaving within their first six years in the field, according to a new report by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI).
