Good morning, Eau Claire.

On Sunday afternoon at 1:55 p.m., a fire broke out in a first-floor apartment at 412 N Barstow Street in Eau Claire where crews quickly used a water extinguisher and removed two cats while residents were relocated (damage is estimated at $50,000).

Six Chippewa Falls manufacturers will hold open houses this Saturday to show younger people their work environments and encourage them to consider a career in manufacturing.

The event aims to help fill local job openings.

Tommy’s Express Car Wash offered free car washes on the first Sunday after spring, and dozens of drivers lined up during a four-hour event—drawing nearly a thousand cars.

Organizers said the event—intended to introduce the car wash to the community—helped build its local presence.

Seven candidates are running for five at-large positions on the Eau Claire City Council—early voting is underway and election day is set for April 1.

Chippewa County Sheriff's Office received a $100,000 federal grant that paid for new digital radios — now installed — and a $10,000 state grant approved to fund safe disposal bags that deputies and the county coroner will use to help prevent prescription drug overdose while funding officer training on opioid abuse prevention; the bags will be purchased this spring.

UWEC Softball vs. Northwestern MN

4 PM — The Sonnentag — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting softball game featuring UWEC against Northwestern MN.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Whimsy Workshop: Inside Buildings and Furniture

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $22.13 — Unleash your creativity by drawing whimsical indoor scenes from your favorite characters.