Good Day
Eau Claire
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Burlington will open its new store at 4045 Commonwealth Avenue (the former Joann Fabrics and Crafts location) this spring. The store will offer fashion, essentials and home décor for all ages with top brands and great value. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Chippewa Valley is hosting its annual Junior Youth of the Year Gala on Thursday, March 26 at Florian Gardens in Eau Claire. Youth winners will be honored for personal growth, mentorship, and community spirit. WEAU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire will begin expanding its Emergency Department next month to improve care access for local patients. Leader-Telegram
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UW-Stout men's hockey will take on Utica in the NCAA Division III quarterfinals later, while UW-Eau Claire baseball faces Bowdoin and Chippewa Steel hosts the Wilderness in upcoming games. WEAU
- ➤ The Wisconsin Sport Show opens today at Chippewa Valley Expo Center and runs until Sunday, featuring hundreds of vendors, outdoor recreation exhibits, and seminars, plus an indoor petting zoo, beer garden, and a free game call demo for 50 children on Sunday noon. WEAU
- ➤ Regis lost 72-54 to Milwaukee Juneau in the WIAA State Division 4 semifinals Friday; Blake Risler scored 24 points in his final high school game as the team ended the season at 22-6. WEAU
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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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CVAS Business Meeting
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Hobbs Observatory — Membership dues apply — Discuss astronomy and participate in community events with fellow enthusiasts.
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SIXTIESMANIA Tribute Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $39-$60 — Experience the energetic hits of the sixties from bands like The Beatles, Stones, and Beach Boys performed live.
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Chippewa Valley Bee Expo
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM — Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds — $15 for 1 day, $20 for 2 days; FREE for ages 10/under — Discover the buzz about beekeeping and pollinator-friendly practices at this educational expo.
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Win Something Weird! A Live Comedy Game Show with Mackenzie Bublitz
7-8:45 p.m. — The Plus — $10 entry — Compete in a quirky trivia showdown with a chance to win cash and unique prizes while enjoying local music and comedy.
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59th Eau Claire Jazz Festival Concert Series
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $25.96 - $38.18 — Immerse in a vibrant jazz weekend featuring acclaimed musicians Byron Stripling and Wycliffe Gordon with a collaborative ensemble.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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