Good Day
Eau Claire
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Warner Dog Park reopened Thursday after an investigation found no toxic or contagious diseases were linked to a dog's earlier death — pet owners are encouraged to return to the park. The Chippewa Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tessa Larson, a K-5 math interventionist at Lakeshore Elementary for nearly 20 years, has been honored with the Golden Apple award today. Larson and the school will each receive $500 from WEAU and the Eau Claire Public Schools Foundation (a generous sponsorship). WEAU
- ➤ Voters in Cornell will decide in April whether to approve $15 million to replace the aging high school amid costly repairs and declining enrollment. A failed referendum will shift grades 9-12 to another district, and community meetings run March 9 to discuss the proposal. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Western Wisconsin Health and Baldwin Area EMS run the Community Paramedic Program, providing home visits + pain management, diabetes education, and wound care + to help avoid hospital trips; the program, which has made 1,600 visits since 2016, faces funding issues as the legislature considers grant support. WEAU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chippewa Valley boys basketball regular seasons concluded Thursday, Feb. 26 with matchups featuring Eau Claire Memorial against Menomonie and others (including Cloverbelt-East and West in the annual Crossover) while in Madison local wrestlers began earning wins (dozens of athletes scored preliminary victories). WEAU
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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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Beginner’s Crochet Class
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Tickled Pink Makers Market — $35 per person — Learn to crochet a plush bee in a cozy class atmosphere.
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