Good Day
Eau Claire
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire community recognized three local snow shoveling champions in a Jan. 16 city manager update, honoring neighbors like 85-year-old Barbara, who clears sidewalks, and Evelyn, who helps maintain public spaces. WEAU
- ➤ A new express bus route will begin Monday, Jan. 26, between Sojourner House and the Day Resource Center, cutting travel time from 15 to 5 minutes. The trial service runs Monday to Friday with pickups at 7:30 a.m. and 6:20 p.m. (free monthly passes available for some riders). WEAU
- ➤ The L.E. Phillips Memorial Senior Center stays busy as local seniors gather for warmth and connection despite the cold outside. The center continues to be a welcoming spot for community interaction in Eau Claire. WEAU
- ➤ On Friday, the Eau Claire Children's Museum hosted a 'Pay What You Can Day' with pop-up exhibits and interactive activities to help families escape the cold while the L.E. Phillips Senior Center kept fitness classes and pickle ball open to support local seniors (despite subzero weather). WQOW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Extreme cold is set to impact travel and power services this weekend. Eau Claire County emergency manager Tyler Esh said shelters at Sojourner House & Haven House will extend hours and bus fares will be waived today as residents are urged to prepare by packing emergency kits. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fitness Freedom 24/7 gym is hosting a free Health and Fitness Day today at its Lake Hallie location, with doors opening at 8:00 a.m. and classes including yoga, Zumba and mobility sessions running until 2:00 p.m. Local businesses will offer refreshments. WEAU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Jan. 23, Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire Memorial battled in boys and girls basketball games amid cold weather, while Eau Claire North girls hosted Hudson and Eleva-Strum girls maintained a 15-0 run — showcasing local high school competition. WEAU
- ➤ On Friday, Jan. 23, the ECA Stars hosted the Western Wisconsin Stars in a top five battle that saw them celebrate a goal against their opponent, while collegiate matchups featured UW-Eau Claire men's hockey against Beloit + UW-Eau Claire women's hockey against UW-Superior and UW-Stout men's hockey against UW-Stevens Point. WEAU
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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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Ben Mulwana Concert
7:15 PM — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $20 — Experience soul-filled storytelling through music with Ben Mulwana on his 'Soul Case' tour.
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