Friday, January 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A non-profit organization, Fierce Freedom, organized a candlelight prayer vigil in Eau Claire to support victims of human trafficking and promote awareness. WEAU
- ➤ A woman from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, reflects on the moment when, as a child in 1976, she received a carnation from then-Democratic presidential candidate Jimmy Carter during a campaign stop. WEAU
- ➤ Menards stores initiate a food drive until March 31, encouraging donations of nonperishable foods to support local nonprofits like Feed My People Food Bank. WQOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Carson T. Peters-Berger, 16, accused of the 2022 murder of 10-year-old Lily Peters in Chippewa Falls, will be tried as an adult, facing first-degree intentional homicide among other charges. The Chippewa Herald
- ➤ Racquel Krueger was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to charges in 14 cases related to burglaries near UW-Eau Claire. WQOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city's water and utilities department commences a $225K water study to promote future operational efficiency. Leader-Telegram
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Eau Claire County is allocated $650,000 in opioid settlement funds from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services for drug epidemic prevention and treatment services. WQOW
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eau Claire North faced Eau Claire Memorial in a key hockey match while local basketball teams also saw significant action in Thursday's high school sports. WEAU
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Family Concert and Activities Day
This event features live music, dance opportunities, art activities, and childcare resources for families with young children.
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Eau Claire Sports Card Extravaganza
A super regional sports card show featuring buying, selling, trading of graded and vintage cards, along with free appraisals, taking place over three days with numerous dealer tables and on-site food.
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Eau Claire Extravaganza Sports Card Show
This event features a super regional sports card show with buying, selling, trading, and free appraisals from various dealers and collectors across the Midwest.
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Jono Zalay Stand-Up Comedy Show
Jono Zalay, a former neuroscientist turned comedian, will perform stand-up at The Plus, showcasing his unique blend of humor and scientific insight.
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Jurassic Quest: Life-Size Dinosaurs Exhibition
This event features life-size, sky-scraping dinosaur exhibits, interactive walking dino rides, and authentic fossils, providing a thrilling experience for dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages.
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Late-Romantic Era Trios Concert
Experience an inspirational performance by Trios from the Late-Romantic Era at the RCU Theatre, featuring authentic music in a beautiful venue.
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Jurassic Quest at Chippewa Valley Expo Center
Jurassic Quest is a family-friendly event featuring interactive experiences with life-sized dinosaur replicas and activities for children.
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