Annemarie Payson
Digital Director
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
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Annemarie is from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in May of 2019 with a major in journalism, minor in film, and a certificate in American Sign Language.
During her time in college, Annemarie interned at WEAU for almost two years, helping write web stories and learning the ropes of the newsroom. She is very happy to be back with a full-time position.
Annemarie loves to spend her free time outdoors camping, kayaking and hiking. She loves to travel whenever the chance pops up, never turning down a road trip.
An Eau Claire man who was already a previously convicted sex offender was sentenced in Eau Claire County Court Friday on charges of sexual assault.
The outdoor ice rinks at Putnam Heights, Roosevelt and Pinehurst Park will be temporarily closed due to recent weather conditions.
Gov. Tony Evers is scheduled to give a COVID-19 update with the Department of Health Services at 1:30 p.m.
The Eau Claire Fire Department responded to a fire at the Indianhead Warehouse on Thursday, around 8:30 p.m.
Two Chippewa Falls natives announced they have purchased the High Shores Supper Club and plan on opening it as Wissota High Shores Supper Club in summer 2021.
The City of Eau Claire is inviting all members of the community to view a recording of an interview with the three finalists for the city manager position.
The Badger State Sheriffs’ Association released a statement regarding the rioting that happened at the Capitol.
The Eau Claire City- County Health Department is scheduled to give a COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.
Eau Claire Police say a suspect involved in a stabbing that happened Thursday morning fled the scene.
A $10,000 cash bond has been set for an Eau Claire man who has been charged with several charges that include hiding a corpse.
In November, Clark County decided they would restrict access to county facilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of Jan. 21, exterior doors will be unlocked and access will resume.
The new coronavirus variant originally found to be widely circulating in England has reached Wisconsin.
The Chippewa County Department of Public Health is scheduled to give a COVID-19 update at 10 a.m.
Two people have been arrested in connection to the theft of a construction trailer in Barron County. Officials say a third suspect is on the run.
Gov. Tony Evers will deliver the 2021 State of the State address Tuesday night at 7 p.m.
A man has been arrested in Eau Claire in connection to the violence that happened at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
Rice Lake officials responded to e truck that went through the ice Tuesday morning.
An Eau Claire man who was wanted in connection to a 2018 death investigation has been arrested
The family of Jacob Blake and Kenosha activists are scheduled to hold a march at 4 p.m. at the Municipal Building to demand the firing of Officer R. Sheskey for shooting Blake in August.
The Downtown, Eau Claire, Inc. Board of Directors announced the recipients of the $34,500 grant money. 23 area businesses were awarded $1,500 each.
An Eau Claire dance teacher has been found guilty at jury trial of child enticement.
A Chippewa Falls man has been sentenced to prison relating to a 2018 vehicle chase.
An Eau Claire man has been found guilty of another OWI offense in Eau Claire County Court.
The Eau Claire City- County Health Department is scheduled to give a COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is scheduled to give a COVID-19 vaccine update and Q&A session at 1:30 p.m.
Free rapid response COVID-19 testing has resumed at Memorial High School in Eau Claire.
The Eau Claire City-County Health Department announced Wednesday that they were putting the call out to organizations with healthcare workers who do not work for major health care systems and want to receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
The Chippewa County Department of Public Health is scheduled to give a COVID-19 update at 10 a.m.
At home COVID-19 tests are now free to everyone who lives in Wisconsin.
An Eau Claire man has been charged with felonies that include first degree recklessly endangering safety after Eau Claire Police responded to a stabbing incident on Jan. 1.
Gov. Tony Evers is scheduled to give a COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday.
A Cumberland man has been charged with first degree intentional homicide in Barron County Court.
The Eau Claire Fire Department was called out to a report of a deer that had fallen through the ice on Saturday.
Gundersen Health Hospitals announced that due to a recent decrease in the community spread of COVID-19, patients will soon be allowed to bring one person with them to the hospital and clinic.
A 57-year-old Chippewa Falls man has been arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol for his 5th OWI offense.
The Sparta Area Fire District responded to a chimney fire at a log home in the Town of Leon Friday morning. The house is reported to have extensive damage in the chimney and roof area.
City of Bloomer residents will be notified about recent lead testing through their January utility bill.
The Eau Claire Parks, Recreation and Forestry has announced that outdoor skating rinks will open Dec. 31 after 4 p.m.
The preliminary hearing for a Menomonie man charged with attempted first degree intentional homicide has been scheduled.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has released the names of those involved in the Jackson County crash that killed one and injured another on Tuesday.
The Sculpture Tour Eau Claire has extended their voting period for “People’s Choice” award.
The Eau Claire City- County Health Department is scheduled to give a COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.
One person was pronounced dead after a Jackson County crash Tuesday morning. A second person was injured.
The La Crosse County Health Department announced that the COVID-19 testing site at Holmen High School scheduled for Wednesday has been canceled due to weather.
Barron County officials have confirmed that a 20-year-old Cumberland man has been taken into custody after a shooting happened Monday.
The La Crosse Police Department conducted a drug bust on Dec. 21 that has an estimated street value of $17,000. Five individuals were taken into custody following the bust.
The Eau Claire City- County Health Department is scheduled to hold a COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.
An Eau Claire man is wanted in connection with a death investigation from 2018.