Good Day
Eau Claire
Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WESTconsin Credit Union is conducting a spring food drive to benefit local food pantries, turning each monetary donation into multiple meals for those facing food insecurity in Chippewa Valley. WQOW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ One individual was successfully rescued by emergency crews after falling through ice in Eau Claire, amid hazardous ice conditions due to warm weather. WQOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ James Hoekstra was sentenced to seven years in prison for repeated sexual assault of a child in Eau Claire County, exceeding the plea deal's request. WQOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Tony Evers visited the UW-Eau Claire campus to receive updates on the new Science and Health Science Building construction. Leader-Telegram
- ➤ L.E. Phillips Public Library introduces virtual reality headsets to enhance learning and entertainment for visitors, featuring educational tours and engaging games. WEAU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Western Wisconsin sap harvesters are adapting to unpredictable spring weather, tapping trees earlier than usual for syrup production. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The multiyear improvement project on I-94 from US 53 interchange in Eau Claire to Mallard Road is set to resume, including pavement replacement, bridge widening, and storm sewer repairs. WEAU
- ➤ The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce has launched interview videos and questionnaires for all seven City Council candidates to enable voters to make informed decisions for the five At-Large seats in the upcoming April 1 election. WEAU
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Wisconsin Sport Show 2025
The 18th annual Wisconsin Sport Show features over 150 vendors, presentations, and seminars at the Chippewa Valley Expo Center in Eau Claire, WI.
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Live Music: Blacklight Sunburn at 1st & Goal Saloon
Enjoy a versatile performance by Blacklight Sunburn, a dynamic band from Eau Claire, offering customizable music experiences for various venue sizes.
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UWEC Softball vs. Northwestern MN
4 PM — The Sonnentag — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting softball game featuring UWEC against Northwestern MN.
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The Flaming Doublewides Live Performance
8 p.m. | The Plus | $10 suggested donation | Enjoy a night of swamp-rockin' tunes from Eau Claire's favorite cover band.
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On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community
9 a.m.-7 p.m. | Oak Gardens Place | Free admission | Explore award-winning senior living benefits and activities at this top-rated community.
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Technique Tuesday - Landscapes, Trees, & Water
6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — Cost of ticket required — Explore whimsical landscapes with guidance from a local artist in an intimate class setting.
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Couples' Comedy Night Featuring Yakov Smirnoff and Mark Gungor
7:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $60+ — Enjoy an evening of laughter with legendary comedian Yakov Smirnoff and relationship expert Mark Gungor.
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Mat Alano-Martin Live Comedy Show
8:00 PM — The Plus — $10 adv ($15 door) — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Mat Alano-Martin, sharing his unique stories from years on the road.
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Junkin' Market Days - Eau Claire Spring 2025
4-7 p.m. — Eau Claire Event District — $5 admission, free for kids 12 and under — Discover a charming marketplace of vintage finds and unique goods from local vendors.
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