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Eau Claire
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lasker Jewelers warns that scammers are targeting shoppers with fake gold deals this summer near gas stations and random stops, and local police advise residents to walk away from offers that seem too good to be true. The jeweler recommends verifying items and reporting suspicious details (such as vehicle and person descriptions) to help authorities track these scams. WEAU
- ➤ WQOW News introduced Jessica Djukic as its new evening anchor, with Toby Mohr and chief meteorologist Matt Schaefer detailing her role (she was introduced Jan. 8). WQOW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Paul Kohler, president of Nicolet Bank, is stepping down to become a community ambassador after four decades in banking that grew Charter Bank and supported downtown projects. He credited trust and hard work for his career and noted donations to local food banks. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five candidates have announced bids for three Eau Claire Area School District board seats, and the contest will begin this spring. Leader-Telegram
- ➤ Children’s Museum of Eau Claire has expanded its Library Membership Program to include 12 rural Wisconsin sites — a move that will boost access to learning for local families. Leader-Telegram
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ For years, residents in Campbell have fought to secure safe drinking water after PFAS forever chemicals were found in local wells. Local officials are working on measures to restore water safety for the community. The Chippewa Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Despite a $6 million federal funding cut, Wisconsin Public Radio and PBS Wisconsin will continue providing services by relying on member donations and state support, and they ask locals to help sustain vital public media resources. The organizations remain optimistic about their future funding. WEAU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire City-County Health Department expressed concern over Monday's new federal childhood vaccine guidance that reduced the recommended vaccines and split them into groups for universal use, high-risk patients, and shared decision making, urging local residents to consult providers and follow evidence-based state and pediatric recommendations. WQOW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A high school hockey game on Thursday marked the 50th anniversary of local hockey as Eau Claire North played Memorial in the Crosstown Showdown. Former players gathered at Dooley's pub to share memories and honor the tradition that has grown into a vibrant community event. WEAU
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