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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chapel Heights United Methodist Church is hosting its 7th annual spring craft and vendor fair on Saturday, March 22—from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with lunch served at 10 a.m., where baked goods, crafts, and luncheon sales will raise funds for eight local charities. WEAU
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews were on scene of a house fire on Homestead Road just south of Eau Claire—officials have not yet released further details. WEAU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chippewa Sun, a new solar facility in the Town of Hallie, opened to supply five megawatts of energy to UW-Eau Claire’s The Sonnentag, Springhill Suites by Marriott, and city buildings—Xcel Energy said the project will help meet sustainability goals and reduce carbon emissions. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Wisconsin DMV announced that teenagers aged 15 to 17 who have completed classroom training and whose driver training school notified the DMV can now take a two-part knowledge test online (covering road signs and rules). Those who score at least 80% will pay a $10 fee for the online test and then visit a DMV office to secure their instruction permit. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tomorrow will mark one year since Sacred Heart Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital closed in the Chippewa Valley. Since then, local health providers have stepped in by opening a clinic in Eau Claire, buying a building in Chippewa Falls for a temporary hospital, and planning new facilities—community leaders say more care is still needed. WQOW
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UW-Stout’s women’s basketball team ended its season in the Final Four when they lost 74 to 55 against NYU, finishing with a 23 to 8 record and with Raegan Sorenson scoring 29 points by making 14 out of 26 shots—this marks the farthest the team has advanced after last year’s Sweet 16 run. WEAU
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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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Chippewa Valley Bee Expo
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds — $15 GA, FREE for 10/under — Explore presentations and demos focused on bees, gardening, and honey crafts.
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