Good Day
Eau Claire
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Menards is serving as a drop site for a local food pantry through March 2026 - a collection box near the exit accepts non-perishable food donations like cereal and soup cans. WEAU
- ➤ One Automotive surprised single mom Kayla Bauer, who cares for 5 kids and had been driving a failing vehicle, by gifting her a new car as part of its 60 Days of Giving campaign that has run for 14 years in Eau Claire. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School District of Altoona Board of Education approved a $15.6 million referendum for an April ballot to fund critical repairs at its main campus. Voters will have a chance to support the repair efforts when they cast their votes. Leader-Telegram
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire Police Department will launch the FIVE-EAU podcast in 2026 to share community events, public safety updates & local policing techniques. Two episodes will debut monthly with the first arriving soon. WQOW
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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.
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Twilight Bowl Performance
7:30 p.m. — Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild — Ticket information available — Experience the magic of live theater with the Twilight Bowl presentation.
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xox-EAU 5K Fun Run
Run the delightful xox-EAU 5K — 8 a.m. — River Prairie Park — Entry fee required — Enjoy lighthearted exercise in a vibrant community run.
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