Good morning, Eau Claire.

Jack Maher is being nominated for the Sunshine Award for his kindness and community spirit (he rescues animals and brightens neighbors' days) in Eau Claire.

The nomination recognizes his genuine care and everyday positivity.

At 2:09 a.m. today, Marshfield Medical Center in Eau Claire welcomed Kylee Deanna Nogee, the first baby born in 2026, to Eau Claire parents Matt and Kassandra Nogee.

The facility finished 2025 with 1,374 births (including ten sets of twins).

Marshfield Medical Center in Eau Claire welcomed its first baby of 2026 on Thursday at 2:09 a.m. The newborn weighed 7 pounds 5 ounces and in 2025, the center recorded 1,374 births (including 10 sets of twins).

Today at Pinehurst Park, kids took advantage of fresh snowfall to sled, snowboard and skate while sharing their New Year’s resolutions to get better at sports like biking.

Snowboarders Jacksen and Joseph said they aim to improve on the slopes, though they did not look forward to next week’s challenges.

Outdoor ice skating has returned in Eau Claire with rinks at Boyd, Pinehurst, Putnam and Roosevelt open from 12 to 7 p.m. today.

Starting next week, hours will change to 4 to 7 p.m. on weekdays and stay 12 to 7 p.m. on weekends.

Snowmobile trails in Eau Claire County will open at 7 a.m. on Saturday, Jan.

3, according to the Associated Snowmobile Clubs of Eau Claire.

Eclipse - Pink Floyd Tribute

7-10 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $40-$59 — Experience a mind-blowing journey through Pink Floyd’s greatest hits with exceptional musicianship and stunning audio-visual artistry.