Good Day
Eau Claire
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chippewa Valley Veterans Tribute Foundation announced a $160,000 donation from Altoona's VFW Post 10405, funding a matching campaign and the creation of a dedicated Vietnam Memorial along the Tribute Trail; the event kicks off on March 29 (Vietnam Veterans' Day) at Cowboy Jacks in Altoona from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ashley for the Arts has announced Ernest as the headliner for the Arcadia music festival from Aug. 6 to 8. The country singer will perform in Memorial Park at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8. WQOW
- ➤ MidWest WeirdFest and A Night of Horror opened last Thursday at Micon Downtown Cinema in Chippewa Valley with the Wisconsin premiere of Tim Connery's horror anthology The Driftless — a film set in the Midwest with local details. Passes for additional screenings remain available. WEAU
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Economic Development Division released a report that reviews 35 years of business loans showing how Eau Claire’s economic landscape has evolved; the report outlines past trends and future expectations for local business growth. Leader-Telegram
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students competed in the Titan Business Challenge Thursday morning as part of a Junior Achievement simulation designed to teach business skills; winners will earn a trip to the state competition in Sheboygan later this spring. WEAU
- ➤ High school students visited UW-Eau Claire on Thursday morning to try their hand at entrepreneurship during the Junior Achievement Titan Business Challenge at the Davies Center. The winning teams earned scholarships and will compete statewide in Sheboygan. WQOW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Beaver Creek Reserve advises residents to delay lawn mowing and garden work until daytime temperatures stay above 50° (to protect insects and pollinators). Naturalist Megan Giefer-Schimmel suggests starting indoor gardens or planning layouts until spring brings consistent warmth. WQOW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Kwik Trip bought the former BP site on the corner of Hwy 93 and Lorch Avenue near Fleet Farm, and fences were installed around the property this week. The company does not need permits to start demolition but has not yet submitted final plans to the city — a timeline for reopening remains unsettled. WQOW
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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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Bags to Bunnies Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — Cost details not specified — Create adorable posable bunnies from recycled materials with expert guidance.
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Poliça Live at The Plus
7 PM - 1 AM — The Plus — $20 adv, $30 door — Experience the hypnotic indie-pop soundscapes of Poliça alongside the atmospheric layering of The Nunnery.
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