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Eau Claire
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials and UW-Eau Claire students walked down Water Street today to discuss problems with sidewalk accessibility. They urged local business owners to install ramps & automatic doors so that everyone has safe access. WEAU
- ➤ The Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Office has received a $13,000 donation from Chippewa Valley Energy to support its Drug Endangered Children program (DEC), which aids kids at risk from illegal drugs. The funds will allow DEC to accept further contributions such as gift cards and backpacks. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Summit Environmental School are turning sap into maple syrup in the sugar shack — a hands-on lesson in science, math and the environment. The Chippewa Herald
- ➤ Next week, L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library will host spring break activities for children through the Eau Claire Area School District program, including a cardboard crafting workshop, a pop-up planetarium and a pirate-themed escape room (registration required) to engage families. WQOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A judge ruled on Wednesday that the sale of the former UW campus to a Christian school may move forward for now (the decision is temporary pending further court review). The Chippewa Herald
- ➤ The Public Service Commission urges utility customers to set up payment plans or apply for aid before April 15—when the winter moratorium ends—so services are not disconnected. The Chippewa Herald
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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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20th Annual Jeanne Richie Memorial Puddle Jump 5k
8:00 AM — Phoenix Park — Check website for entry fees — Participate in a lively 5k run supporting Longfellow Elementary School's wellness and academic programs.
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Randy & John Lebrun Concert
7-10 p.m. — 2 Roots Art & Wine Gallery — No cover charge — Enjoy classic folk and rock tunes in a cozy gallery setting.
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