Good morning, Eau Claire.

Hurlburt Heating and Plumbing announced it will raise prices by 25% starting April 1 due to rising costs for copper, other metals and PVC piping from overseas tariffs + the company said the new rates will remain permanent to stay competitive.

On Tuesday, the lights were turned on at the new Bargain City that now occupies the vacant Big Lots space on Hamilton Ave after the store closed mid-December following a bankruptcy filing early last fall—Bargain City also has other locations in Chippewa Falls and Rice Lake.

Late Black River Falls artist Truman Lowe, a UW-La Crosse alumnus, will have over 50 pieces of his artwork — including sculptures and paintings — exhibited this fall at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian in Washington D.C. starting October 24.

Dr. James C. Schmidt, UW-Eau Claire chancellor with over 30 years in higher education, will become the next president of James Madison University and said he is honored to take on the new role.

Interim Provost Mike Carney will serve as the interim chancellor at UW-Eau Claire until a permanent leader is named.

Local first responders in the Chippewa Valley trained together Wednesday to simulate evacuation plans and rescues if the Altoona Dam fails and floods Eau Claire and Altoona.

County agencies, including police, fire and the Red Cross, worked together to address communication issues—helping them prepare better for future emergencies.

Motorists should expect a lane switch on westbound I-94 today from US 53 to Mallard Road as temporary lanes are used for pavement & bridge replacement work.

County J in Washington will close at 6 a.m. on Monday and remain closed until July & drivers must follow detour routes via US 53, County D, County K and County JJ.

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.

R3 Recreational Sports Day

12:30-2:30 p.m. — Bowl Winkle's — Free entry — Enjoy a fun afternoon of unified bowling with R3 UCS students and teachers.