River Falls Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau

06/17/2026

2026 River Falls Chamber Golf Tournament

- A Swinging Success -

Yesterday's golf tournament was an incredible triumph, bringing together 108 golfers for a fantastic day on the greens! We're thrilled to report the event was a huge success, thanks to the overwhelming support from our generous, Chamber community, participants, and sponsors. You are all appreciated.

A special thank you goes out to Ptacek's Family Market for donating a delicious lunch that fueled our golfers throughout the day (the jalapeno and cranberry cheddar brats were amazing)! Thank you, Quinn Motors for your incredible offering of the hole-in-one contest for a chance to win a 2026 GMC Acadia and raffle prize. Beat the Pro by Backswing Events was in full swing with Lady Professional Golfer, Jaycee Rhodes. Thanks to this great event, Backswing will provide a donation to the Chamber and 2025 Non-Profit of the Year, Our Neighbor's Place - it was a win-win-win for the chamber, ONP, and the golfers!

We're also incredibly grateful for the support we received from the City of River Falls and Family Fresh in River Falls, both of whom played vital roles in making this event possible.

The competition was fierce, but in the end, The Commerce Team emerged as our winning foursome! Congratulations to them and to all the golfers who participated and made the day so memorable. Thanks to the River Falls Golf Club for not only hosting our event but for your hospitality and support of all things, community.

We deeply appreciate everyone who came out to support us. Your enthusiasm and participation made this tournament an event to remember!
*More photos coming soon!

06/15/2026

🍓 Sweetness in every bite! Our local strawberries are a delicious reminder of summer's bounty. Come taste the freshness of River Falls! 🌞

06/12/2026

Congratulations to our amazing Chippewa Valley Technical College on this honor!

This is a BIG DEAL! CVTC has been named one of just 10 finalists nationwide for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition for community colleges.

The Aspen Prize honors colleges that help students achieve meaningful outcomes from earning credentials and degrees to securing careers that provide family-sustaining wages. Being selected as a finalist reflects the dedication of our students, employees, industry partners and communities across the Chippewa Valley.

We're proud to be recognized for helping learners build brighter futures while strengthening the workforce our region depends on.

06/11/2026

Thanks to Quinn Motors of Ellsworth for being an amazing partner and providing a fun addition to our chamber golf tournament next Tuesday! Will someone get a hole in one? We can't wait to find out.

06/10/2026

💥 Tourism is BOOMING in Wisconsin! 💥

Statewide, we hosted a record-breaking 117.9 million visits, marking back-to-back record years of visitation. Travel Wisconsin at TravelWisconsin.com saw a staggering 11.9 million users in 2025, setting a new website traffic record. The highest-ever statewide visitation, and tourism users, proves travelers want to make memories in Wisconsin.

Be a tourist in your own hometown and home-state and experience all River Falls and Wisconsin have to offer in 2026!

06/05/2026

Thank you, Johnnie's Bar and Grooves River Falls for an awesome end to the week for our Chamber Coffee this morning! For great music, live or records/CDs, these two establishments have you covered!

*Thank you, Waystone Coffee for your incredible cup of joe!

05/29/2026

Our chamber team had the honor of celebrating River Falls Project Search Intern, Hallie, today. The Project Search graduation ceremony was a full house of family, friends, and partners to recognize these amazing interns. Hallie was of great help to the chamber this fall and spring and our chamber team wishes her well!
Come back and volunteer with us, Hallie!

05/22/2026

We celebrated the newly renovated, The Commerce - Trademark Collection by Wyndham here in River Falls (formerly Country Inn & Suites). Bringing the charm of feeling at home when traveling, tourists and visitors are assured a great experience at The Commerce with curated amenities to our area such as fly-fishing specific rooms, and bunks for the kids! Thanks to our many businesses and ambassadors that attended this special event.

05/21/2026

The River Falls Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the graduation of the Leadership River Falls Class of 2025–2026 during a special gathering at West Wind Supper Club. Thank you for hosting West Wind Supper Club!
Throughout the eight-month program, participants explored many facets of the River Falls community while developing leadership skills and building valuable connections. The class experienced the creativity and energy behind the community’s arts and culture sector, as well as the dedication to customer service and hospitality that supports local businesses and restaurants. Participants also witnessed the important work of local nonprofit organizations and gained insight into the innovation and resilience that drive the region’s business and agricultural industries.
Additional program days focused on natural resources and sustainability, education, and city government, providing participants with a deeper understanding of the people, organizations, and systems that help River Falls thrive.
As part of the program, Melissa Wilson of Chippewa Valley Technical College led sessions focused on leadership strengths and personal development. Participants explored communication styles, teamwork, and the importance of continued growth as leaders both professionally and personally.
Beyond the educational experiences, the Leadership River Falls class formed meaningful relationships, shared new experiences, and challenged themselves to step outside of their comfort zones throughout the program.
While the 2025–2026 Leadership River Falls program has officially concluded, the Chamber hopes participants will continue using the knowledge, connections, and leadership skills gained through the experience to make a positive impact throughout the community for years to come.
Congratulations to our Graduates:
· Rillie Bartz, Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau
· Brooke Dusk, WESTconsin Credit Union
· Alicia Kysylyczyn, Family Fresh Market
· Collin Geraghty, Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau
· Austin Hines, River Falls State Bank
· Rosa Magnus, Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau
· Adam Martinson, City of River Falls
· Brooks Ostendorf, City of River Falls
· Dan Solinger, First National Bank of River Falls
· Kris Thompson, Chippewa Valley Technical College
· May Xiong, University of Wisconsin-River Falls
Thanks to our many partners and presenters for a great year:
· Melissa Wilson, CVTC
· Dawn Johnson, CVTC
· Chelsea Will, DWD
· Melisa Hansen, RFSD
· Jenna Hanson, RFSD
· Sheri Marnell, UWRF
· Ashley Steiner, Wonderworks Theatre
· Jim DePeso, Community Theatre
· Kaye Fritz, Community Art Base
· Doug Rohde & Ashley Winch, The Commerce Hotel
· Corinne & Fred Barr, Tarnation Tavern
· Candice Anderson, Community Food Pantry
· Steve Leonard, Kinni River Land Trust
· Lance Hovland, Hope for Earth
· Brooks Ostendorf, City of River Falls
· Keith Gunderson, FFA
· Peterson Dairy Farm
· City of River Falls