Good morning, Eau Claire.

Local author Jerry Poling has released his new book 'American Birkebeiner: The Nation’s Greatest Ski Marathon' — a definitive history of the race that draws elite skiers and fans every February — and it recently won the ULLR Book Award from Skiing History.

Northstar Middle School secretary Ashley Bellendorf was honored with the Golden Apple award and received $500 from Kristo Orthodontics and the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation (a nod to her supportive role at the school).

Sen. Baldwin visited candidate Rebecca Cooke on the campaign trail in La Crosse as she works to address rural health care shortages after HSHS hospital closures in Eau Claire.

Cooke, running for Wisconsin’s 3rd congressional district, plans to raise Medicare, Medicaid, and reimbursement rates for small-town communities.

The Eau Claire City-County Health Department and County Opioid Task Force are accepting proposals for opioid settlement grants to expand treatment and recovery support this February in Eau Claire — interested applicants must follow the official guidelines.

Jeff explained that near the Eau Claire Event District a completed warehouse + industrial building are present and plans include a hotel, multifamily housing and retail space; the area will see more growth as County Highway T expands into a four-lane divided highway next year.

The UW-Eau Claire Shamrock Shuffle 5K will be held on March 7 at 10 a.m. on campus, with the route starting at the upper campus and finishing at the McPhee Physical Education Center along the Chippewa Valley River Trail (registration is open until Feb.

19).

The WIAA boys hockey playoffs began Tuesday at Eau Claire Memorial as local teams faced off in regional semifinal matchups, with Eau Claire North battling Tomahawk & Chippewa Falls facing RAM hockey & New Richmond trying to upset D.C.

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Eau Claire Flying Eagle Ben Loomis competed on Tuesday in his last individual event at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, jumping 123 meters in ski jumping and finishing 22nd before completing cross country in 27th place.

He will join teammate Nick Malacinski for the team combined event on Friday.

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.

Millennial Dance Party

10 PM – 5 AM — The Plus — $10 entry includes a free drink — Dance the night away with nostalgic tunes from the Millennial era.

Pizza Buffet and Open Mic Fundraiser

3-6 p.m. — The Plus — $15 for all-you-can-eat pizza — Enjoy live performances while supporting UWEC's Fostering Success program.

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Bailey Pope Live

7 PM — The Plus — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with Bailey Pope and special guest Ryan Danley at this vibrant open mic event.

Sunday Funday Late-Night Board Games

9 p.m. - 1 a.m. — The Plus — Free entry — Engage in exciting board games with friends and family in a fun, all-ages atmosphere.

Nate Craig Live Comedy Show

7-9 p.m. — The Plus — $20 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nate Craig, an internationally acclaimed comedian known for his stunning performances.