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Eau Claire
Thursday, March 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local moving company is running a donation drive to support women and families affected by domestic abuse. The Movers for Moms campaign will collect canned goods, personal care items and household essentials from 12 local businesses (in Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, Altoona and Lake Hallie) from April 1 through May 9. WQOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Decadent Gifts and Gallery uses its program called Art is a Gift (which invites community members to wrap wildflower seeds in recycled paper) to brighten group homes with growable art that will bloom this summer. Artists and community volunteers will meet at the gallery on Sunday, March 30 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) to prepare the next batch. WEAU
- ➤ Eau Claire celebrated its 153rd birthday yesterday and honored its founding when three villages merged in 1872—original wooden buildings burned down and streets were rerouted over time. The city now shows a different look from its early days. WQOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School officials said they worry that cuts to funding will hurt programs like special education, food services and teacher support after the U.S. Department of Education laid off half its workforce about one week ago—districts may have to hold votes if funds drop further. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Town of Washington voiced concerns about a proposed Evergreen Terrace development that could build over 100 homes as city council will review the plan next week. City officials say the project is needed to ease the housing shortage—while locals warn it may lead to overcrowded roads and other local impacts. WEAU
- ➤ A new study from public policy research group RStreet released March 11 showed that nationwide police recruitment difficulties have affected staffing in Eau Claire. City officials say the department may face challenges filling openings as the staffing crisis continues + efforts to improve recruitment are under review. Leader-Telegram
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Turtle Lake will make its first trip to state for a WIAA Division Five boys basketball semifinal on March 21 while Cochrane-Fountain City readies for its second trip. UW-Eau Claire softball will play two games against Rutgers-Newark and Western Connecticut State + adding more college sports action for local fans. 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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Midwest MetaParaCon
3 PM – 10 PM — 5150 Old Mill Plaza, Eau Claire, WI — Admission details pending — Dive into a captivating world of metaphysical and paranormal exploration.
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