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Eau Claire
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Francesca's, a women's boutique chain, is closing all its stores nationwide after 27 years, affecting the Eau Claire mall location. Shoppers can take advantage of a going-out-of-business sale (with massive discounts) available soon. The Chippewa Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 300 middle and high school students at Fall Creek School District learned about career options at a career showcase held Thursday featuring around 40 vendors from universities, tech schools, military programs and local businesses. The event aimed to spark interest in various career paths. WEAU
- ➤ Second grade teacher Michelle Finder of Sam Davey Elementary received the 2026 Golden Apple award for her 26-year service—she and the school will each get $500 from McDonough Manufacturing and the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation. WEAU
- ➤ The Eau Claire Children’s Book Distribution Program announced it will use a grant to purchase 1,500 new books for Chippewa Valley Little Libraries. The move will boost local reading options for children. Leader-Telegram
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Warmer temperatures have made the ice unpredictable, and the DNR warns locals to check with sports shops for current ice data before fishing; ice shelters must be removed by March 8 (south of Highway 64) and March 15 (in other areas). WQOW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The WIAA boys hockey playoffs saw Menomonie hosting Black River Falls in the division two finals while Eau Claire Memorial faced Superior — the local team — in the division one bracket. Chippewa Falls also took on Stevens Point as Fall Creek hosted Loyal in girls basketball. WEAU
- ➤ Eau Claire Flying Eagle Ben Loomis finished 7th in the Nordic Combined Team Large Hill event at the Winter Olympics—marking his likely final performance as a three-time Olympian. WEAU
- ➤ Prep girls hockey playoffs saw the ECA Stars defeat the Coulee Region Cyclones on Thursday, Feb. 19 in their opening round matchup. Other games featured local teams in various playoff matchups. WEAU
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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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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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SubDocta at The 410
9:00 PM — The 410 Bar — $33.85 — Experience the beats of SubDocta, a rising star in the dubstep scene known for his West Coast Wobble sound.
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Sunday Funday Board Games Night
9 p.m. — The Plus — Free entry — Enjoy a night of board games with prizes and themes for all ages.
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