Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Racy’s D’Lenes Coffee Lounge will donate all menu profits today from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. to support mutual aid efforts in Minneapolis with pay-what-you-can prices and local art sales — while Nucleus Cafe closes for the day to join the campaign. WQOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from 16 schools competed in MATHCOUNTS at DeLong Middle School Thursday, tackling tests in algebra, geometry, and more, with top teams advancing to the state contest in Sheboygan in March. They received ribbons, plaques, and trophies (a rewarding day for mathletes). WQOW
- ➤ UW undergrads studying applied math & computer science gained real-world experience last summer interning on AI at Royal Credit Union and advanced machine learning techniques that could improve financial services in the community. Leader-Telegram
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A display featuring eight silhouettes of crime survivors is set up in Eau Claire today to teach residents about Marsy’s Law rights such as privacy and court date notifications (QR codes link to victim support services) until 4 p.m. News8000.com
- ➤ Staff and volunteers began the bi-annual, point-in-time homeless count late Wednesday night in Eau Claire, Buffalo, Trempealeau, and Jackson counties. The effort will provide data for federal reports and guide local support efforts, with official numbers set for verification in early March. 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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Jessica Schoettle Book Release & Signing Event
6:15 PM to 8:00 PM — Dotters Books — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of Jessica's heartfelt book series about motherhood and personal growth.
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CVSO: Peter and the Wolf - Traditional Concert
2-5 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Explore the magic of orchestral music with Prokofiev’s enchanting tale alongside student artwork displays.
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