UWSP’s Basement Brewhaus, located on the lower level of the DUC, has undergone recent interior design updates and has plans to continue making changes to benefit students and other customers. The student manager of the Basement Brewhaus, Abby Morgan, said the Basement Brewhaus is a great place for students to hang out, do work and/or play games with their friends. ... Read More »
Food and Drink
Basement Brewhaus Open for Students and Artists
Editor’s note: Because of staffing issues early in the fall 2022 semester, several stories that were completed in a timely fashion were unfortunately not published when they should have been. Because Pointer staff members still feel them to be important for-the-record stories, we are publishing them as we can without shifting their focus from the time period in which they ... Read More »
The Big Garlic Leaves a Big Impression
When I moved to Stevens Point in the mid 2010’s, I soon became acquainted with the local eateries of the area. As a self-diagnosed foodie, I had no problem with patronizing the cities’ dives and diners. One of my main cravings was a small eatery on Stanley Street called Marvin’s. They made fantastic garlic cheeseburgers and would even deliver to ... Read More »
The Dreyfus University Center Food Court is Now Open
The Dreyfus University Center food court reopened its doors Feb. 22 after closing due to a staffing shortage. Marty Kalepp, the executive chef at the Dreyfus University Center food court, talked about the struggle of finding student employees. The number of workers heavily influenced the decision to close. Currently, they are in need of more student employees and a dozen ... Read More »
Dual Concept Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin Robbins Coming to Stevens Point
The Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin Robbins dual concept restaurant at 617 Division Street in Stevens Point is expected to open in the middle of October, but no official opening date has been set. The restaurant opening was previously postponed due to a lack of building materials due to COVID-19. Both Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins are hiring forty to fifty positions, ... Read More »
Staying Healthy During Quarantine
COVID-19 has pushed many students back home for the remainder of the semester. With stress levels high, many students may be drawn towards unhealthy snacks. However, keeping the body and mind healthy is imperative at times of crisis, both to keep the body safe from illness and to keep the mind strong. Healthy eating may not be the first thing ... Read More »
Farmers’ Market Stays Busy During Tough Times
The Stevens Point farmers’ market continues to be a reliable place to find local and sustainable food during the COVID-19 epidemic. The Stevens Point Winter Market, which saw continued sales and community presence, finished its winter run on April 25. As an essential food resource, the summer market-on-the-square is still set to begin on May 2, though it will include ... Read More »
Plant-Based Options are on the Rise at Local Restaurants
Impossible Foods is a company that develops plant-based substitutes for meat products. Impossible Foods Inc. has gained popularity in the fast food industry after Burger King launched their Impossible Burger. On April 1, 2019, Burger King launched a Whopper made entirely from Impossible Foods plant-based protein at select St. Louis locations. Today, this vegan option is known as the Impossible ... Read More »
Organic Grows in Wisconsin
Wisconsin is well-known as America’s Dairyland, but the state is also a major player in the realm of organic farming. Nationwide, Wisconsin ranks second behind California for the number of organic farms. This number has nearly doubled over the last decade for a total of 1276 organic farms, according to the latest U.S. Census of Agriculture. According to an Organic ... Read More »
DeBot Reopens After A Year-Long Closure
DeBot Dining Hall reopened on Jan. 16 after being closed for a year and a half for necessary renovations. However, not all students have been happy with the results. Students’ disapproval comes from many different aspects, most notably being the lines for Upper DeBot at dinner and the lack of products able to be purchased with Dawg Dollars. Many feel ... Read More »