Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
Good morning, Eau Claire.
Today, the city is offering free bus rides to celebrate Transit Equity Day, honoring Rosa Parks.
Chippewa Valley Transit Alliance + JONAH are covering the cost for city buses and paratransit services, while transit workers mark a seat on each bus in her honor.
Two film festivals, MidWest WeirdFest and A Night of Horror, will take place from March 5-8 at the Micon Downtown Cinema, with passes allowing access to both shows (subject to sellouts); detailed schedules will be announced soon.
UW-Eau Claire opened a Martin Luther King Jr. exhibit on the third floor of the Davies Center to honor Black History Month and the display will run for the remainder of February.
Christina Geissler, Locust Lane Elementary's partnership coordinator, was honored with the Golden Apple Award during a ceremony sponsored by Frandsen Bank & Trust & the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation.
She received a $500 grant in recognition of her dedication to supporting students, families, and staff.
City officials are updating the Comprehensive Plan to expand industrial park spaces for growing manufacturing, biotechnology, and plastics businesses.
Community Development Director Aaron White said the 18-month effort aims to create more room for expansion — a critical move to keep local businesses in town.
Eau Claire Flying Eagles gathered at Mount Washington to cheer on native son Ben Loomis as he prepares for his third Olympic Games.
Club members made signs + video messages and hosted their tournament while Loomis will compete in Nordic combined events on Feb. 11 and Feb. 16.
WEAU featured a review of key Super Bowl moments from the Packers' four championship wins, recalling Boyd Dowler's 62-yd touchdown in Super Bowl II, Aaron Rodgers' three-touchdown performance in Super Bowl XL, and Reggie White's three sacks in Super Bowl XXXI.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Whitney Cummings: Big Baby
7-10 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $40+ — Enjoy an evening of laughs with acclaimed comedian Whitney Cummings.
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