What's Going On January 8th, 2026

Jackson County Forestry & Parks

Trail Updates

JACKSON COUNTY ATV/UTV TRAILS.

Trail update 1/7/2026

Snowmobile Trails on the EAST side remain open but are in very poor condition. Trails are icy and deteriorating quickly. We do not recommend riding.

All trails on the WEST side are still closed. Think snow!

Current ATV, UTV & Motorcycle Trail Conditions

Current Snowmobile Trail Conditions

Chamber Member Job Postings

Looking for a career change? Check out our Chamber Member job listings!

Click here to view Member Job Listings

Business After 5

Did you know that Business After 5 isn't just for business owners or managers? If you work for a Chamber member business, YOU are a member too!

Whether you’re in sales, admin, operations, or the front desk, you are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Why should you come?

🍕 Free Food & Drinks: Great snacks and beverages on the house.
🤝 Low-Stress Networking: Meet your neighbors in a relaxed, social setting (no pressure!).
👀 Behind-the-Scenes Access: Get a tour of local businesses you drive by every day.
🎟️ Prizes: Enter to win door prizes and giveaways.

Grab a coworker and come say hi at the next event. We’d love to see new faces!

Helbling Scholarship

This Weeks Member Events & Announcements

Security Financial Bank (SFB) is currently accepting applications for scholarships it awards to graduating high school students continuing their education.

Each year, SFB awards up to two $500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in each of its markets, including Alma Center/Black River Falls, Bloomer, Durand, Eau Claire, Ladysmith, and River Falls. Recipients are chosen based on involvement in school, youth organizations and community events with particular preference given to students pursuing a career in finance, accounting, or business administration. The applicant or parent/guardian of applicant must be an account holder of SFB.

For more information and complete guidelines, students are encouraged to download an application at scholarship_application.pdf (sfbank.com) Application deadline is March 1. Applications can be delivered to a branch location or emailed to bseelen@sfbank.com.

Contact Becky Seelen, SFB marketing & corporate communications director, at 715-930-7030 with any questions.

Weekly Events

Rozario’s Trivia Night

Every Tuesday Night 7pm!!

It’s that time again. Tuesday trivia night. Come test your knowledge and enjoy great food.

McSweet's Irish Pub

Open Mic Night

Every Other Thursday 4-8pm!!

All singers and musicians welcome!

Unleash your inner superstar! Join Sunset Tavern for Karaoke Nights every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Friday from 9:30 PM until close with your creatively dressed karaoke host Derek.

Cold beer, awesome mixed drinks and amazing atmosphere.

Black River Falls United Methodist Church hosts Dinner Church, a weekly community event providing a free meal every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Located at 100 North 4th St in Black River Falls, WI, the gathering is open to everyone and includes a brief "Gospel Moment" at 6:10 p.m. For those unable to stay and eat, carry-out options are also available.

The Lunda Community Center hosts a weekly Game Night every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.. This event is open to kids and adults of all ages and is free for members, while non-members can join for a $1 fee. Specific supervision policies apply: children under 8 must be supervised at all times, and a parent or guardian must remain in the center while kids aged 8–11 are in attendance.

Harvest of the Month - Jackson In Action.

Each month we highlight a different fruit or vegetable and provide fun facts and recipes. Increasing knowledge of different types of produce has been shown to increase fruit and vegetable intake.

Current and past Harvest of the Month information can be found on our website: https://www.jacksoninaction.org/harvestofthemonth

Black River Falls Public Library

Legal Action of Wisconsin offers Free Civil Legal Aid to low-income individuals and families at the Black River Falls Public Library on the second Tuesday of each month. These sessions run from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the library's Small Conference Room. Qualified attendees can receive assistance with various civil legal issues, including housing and tenant problems, public benefits like Social Security or FoodShare, consumer issues, and family law for domestic abuse victims.

For more information, you can contact Legal Action of Wisconsin at 855-947-2529 or the library at 715-284-4112.

The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Jackson County is hosting "ADRC Access Hour" throughout 2026 to help residents learn about available county services. These sessions take place on the first Tuesday of every month from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Black River Falls Public Library. Each month features a different program specialist. If you cannot attend the scheduled hour, you can make an appointment by calling 715-284-3978.

Western Dairyland Business Center

Start A Small Business in 8 Steps

Thursday, January 15 | 6 - 7 PM
Tuesday, February 17 | 6 - 7 PM
Tuesday, March 17 | 6 - 7 PM
Thursday, April 16 | 6 - 7 PM
Tuesday, May 19 | 6 - 7 PM
Tuesday, June 23 | 6 - 7 PM

The 2026 Marketing Reset: Practical Strategies and AI Tools

Thursday, January 29 | 12 - 1 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Cost: FREE

Business Ownership 101 (free, in-person event in Eau Claire)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM Central

Location: Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

23rd Annual Women's Business Conference

Wednesday, Nov. 4th, 2026

Pablo Center at the Confluence, Eau Claire WI

Registration will start on Memorial Day 2026

PHOTOS FROM PREVIOUS EVENTS

Sponsor inquiry via info@successfulbusiness.org

More info & to register!

Are you thinking about starting your own business in Western Wisconsin? We can help you write a business plan, create financial projections, and apply for a loan or grant.

FREE SERVICES FOR NEW & EXISTING CHILDCARE BUSINESSES

Assistance with creating a business plan and financial projections
Answer questions on the different regulation types
Feedback and review of policy handbooks
Navigating the regulation process (including background checks, fingerprinting, applications, educational requirements, etc.)
On-site consultation on setting up your childcare environment
Technical assistance around health & safety requirements
Access to resources and grant opportunities

FREE COUNSELING

Grant Opportunity

New Wisconsin Fast Forward grant now available

A new grant opportunity is available from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Office of Skills Development. Under the Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) program the grant opportunity funds innovative and collaborative customized worker training programs in all industry sectors.

Key features of the program:

Grants are available to companies of any size in all industry sectors.
Award amounts range from $5,000 to $400,000. A consortium of employers may apply for more than $400,000.
Cash or in-kind match equal to 50% of the grant award amount is required.
Grantees must complete training of at least 85% of the contracted number of trainees.
At least 65% of trainees must be placed in positions with placement partners in the grant application that require skills taught in the training.
At least 75% of incumbent trainees must receive increased wages.

Applications are due by 3 p.m. CST on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026.

Find additional information or apply on the WFF website.

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Black River Area Chamber of Commerce

120 N Water St

Black River Falls, WI 54615

715-284-4658

1-800-404-4008

chamber@blackrivercountry.net

www.blackrivercountry.net

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