Melanie Walleser
Multimedia Journalist, WEAU
Eau Claire, WI
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Melanie is originally from Pickett, Wis. She started part-time at WEAU in September 2022 as a reporter and came on full-time in February 2023.
Melanie is currently attending the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire where she is majoring in Journalism and Integrated Strategic Communications. She is in her final semester at UWEC and is excited to finally graduate in May.
If she's not busy reporting, you can likely find her exploring around Lake Wissota or enjoying the nightlife Eau Claire has to offer.
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The Chippewa Valley festival grounds prepare for Country Fest and Rock Fest this summer.
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A local farmer explains what he's doing to try and compensate for hot, dry weather at the start of growing season.
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Two injured in motorcycle vs deer crash in Vernon County.
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Green Bandana Project helps show support for mental health.
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The Ho-Chunk Nation celebrated veterans with a Memorial Day holiday weekend pow-wow.
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Marijuana remains illegal in Wisconsin, despite bordering states legalizing the drug for recreational use.
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Community members who might be trying to help those in need are actually being swindled for money.
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Crews are working to fill in potholes around the city of Eau Claire.
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The annual River Prairie Festival kicks off summer fun and showcases local artists.
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Eau Claire leaders are working to find a more affordable daytime homeless shelter in the city.
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A public visitation and funeral service took place in Hudson Friday.
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A new bill will extended the amount of time victims of child sexual assault can file civil lawsuits against their abusers.
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An officer involved shooting happened in St. Croix county.
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Road closures in St. Croix county due to law enforcement activity.
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Local organizations host first ever community baby shower for expecting parents and families with infants.
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United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley executive director weighs in on latest ALICE report.
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The latest data from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services shows Lyme disease cases have nearly doubled in the last 15 years.
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Chippewa Falls City Council approved the very first ordinance in the state for a safe haven baby box
Chippewa Falls City Council is leading the way for other cities in Wisconsin to install a safe haven baby box.
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County jailers have mixed feeling on new law giving them protected status.
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The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System approves 4.5% increase in resident undergraduate tuition.
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Two juveniles dead after ATV accident in Afton, Minn. The accident is still under investigation.
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A farmer in Cadott shares sustainable practices he does on his farm.
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Flooding in Eau Claire parks and along the Chippewa River trails is starting to recede.
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Ashley for the Arts is set to return August, 2023.
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United Way of Wisconsin is partnering with Bright by Text to provide free parenting resources to people in the badger state.
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Hope Gospel Mission hosts annual Easter dinner.
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Altoona's Easter egg hunt is back for it's fifth year in a row.
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Community members are wearing blue hair extensions in April to show support for survivors of sexual assault.
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Each girl pays for the prom supplies by completing community service.
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Driver believed to have had medical emergency after crashing into residence in Elmwood.
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A bridge in downtown Eau Claire is set to reopen, with restrictions, after a closure earlier last week.
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Local legislators got together to discuss community priorities.
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It's the start of sleep awareness week and health professionals say it's important to understand how sleep deprivation can impact your health.
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UW-Eau Claire's Shamrock Shuffle returns the weekend before St. Patrick's day.
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Meals on wheels in Eau Claire is participating in the national March for Meals campaign.
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Eau Claire county has been chosen as one of nine communities in Wisconsin to work with UniverCity Alliance.
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Eau Claire county has more than 9,000 private drinking wells. The health department recommends water testing for private wells every 15 months.
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Health experts warn that common household items can pose risk to children.
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Community raises money for local woman with cancer.
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United Way connects rural communities with affordable internet access.
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Soldier with inoperable brain tumor receives letters of support from students at Manz Elementary in Eau Claire.
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Take It Down is a new online tool for people to anonymously report explicit images and have them removed from the internet.
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Science Trekkers introduces young girls to science fields with hands on demonstrations and experiences.
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The 13th Annual Folk Arts Festival gives community members a chance to learn about different artists and their crafts.
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John and Gretta Lawton’s son Rowan was born in December, 2022.
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UW Extension in Eau Claire County is bringing more literary resources to Altoona.
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Despite other districts closing because of the winter storm, ECASD held school on Wednesday.
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