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McKenna Dirks (She/Her), Online Editor

McKenna is a fourth-year journalism and multimedia communications student. She thrives under chaotic environments and loves to get down to the nitty-gritty of reporting. Half-Baked Ben & Jerry's ice cream and bread is her main diet.

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A catalytic converter is a device in the exhaust pipe of a car, near its engine.

Catalytic converter thefts on the rise in the Eau Claire area

May 9, 2022
The Chippewa Valley Pickleball Club has shown its dedication to McDonough Park by adopting it through the City of Eau Claire’s Adopt a Park or Trail program.

Bringing life to Eau Claire with pickleball

April 28, 2022
In 1957, Little Rock Central High School was the epicenter of confrontation and for change as the fundamental test for the United States to enforce civil rights following Brown v. Board of Education.

Civil Conversations: Day 8, Closing with the lost truth of Little Rock Nine

March 26, 2022
EJI provides research and recommendations to assist advocates and policymakers in the critically important work of criminal justice reform. © 2022 McKenna Dirks

Civil Conversations: Day 2, Equal Justice Initiative of Montgomery

March 20, 2022
Nathan Rich performs a stand-up set at The Brickhouse.

[Photo] Clear Water Comedy gaining momentum after pandemic pause

March 17, 2022
Becky Piper, owner of The Hub and recipient of a donation from 100 Women Who Care in September 2022.

A local club donates $10,000 to local nonprofits

March 15, 2022
Lehner said the center of his campaign is formed around an alternative sustainability plan for Eau Claire County.

Blugold runs for Eau Claire County Board

February 15, 2022
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February 1, 2022
According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, health is influenced not only by access to quality health care services, but the workplace, home and level of education.

Marginalized Wisconsin citizens of color struggle to find proper healthcare in the arms of COVID-19

December 14, 2021
Green For Life Environmental has requested to expand the Seven Mile Creek landfill where nearby residents are fighting for property protections.

As the landfill in Seymour expands its footprint again, frustrated residents are getting organized and demanding compensation

November 15, 2021
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