Good morning, Eau Claire.

The Eau Claire Community Humane Association hosted its first 24-hour slumber 'Pawty' fundraiser on April 5-6 and raised over $36,000 for shelter pets—donations closed at midnight—leaving the organization $3,500 short of its goal.

On April 14th, 24 teams and 50 players played pickleball at UW-Eau Claire to raise money for the Pinky Swear Pack— the university group linked to the Pinky Swear Foundation that helps children with cancer.

Authorities charged driver Andrew Premo—35 from New Lisbon—and passenger Kyra Anderson—26 from Eau Claire—with multiple offenses after a high-speed chase on April 10 in Eau Claire County; Premo faces charges including recklessly endangering safety, fleeing from officers, and drug offenses while Anderson was charged with felony bail jumping and obstructing an officer after admitting she smoked methamphetamine with him.

WEAU 13 News was honored by the Midwest Broadcast Journalism Association on Saturday evening at the MBJA’s annual gala in the Twin Cities after winning three Eric Sevareid awards — 1st Place in Investigative Small Market Television for its HSHS Closure coverage and two Awards of Merit for its Documentary/Special Healthcare Town Hall and Breaking News coverage of the Apple Orchard incident.

Xcel Energy tells Eau Claire residents and contractors to call 8-1-1 before they dig so workers can mark underground electric, gas and water lines free of charge.

The advisory warns that not calling first can lead to injuries, property damage and fines during National Safe Digging Month.

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.

Trampled By Turtles Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $53.61 - $103.54 — Experience the energetic fusion of bluegrass and rock from this Duluth-based band.

Technique Tuesday - Whimsy Workshop: Wonky Vases and Florals

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $22.13 — Unleash creativity with stunning, colorful floral designs and unique vase creations.

Pre-Registration Deadline for Tournament

12:00 AM – 10:05 PM — Elite Karate Studios — Registration required — Submit pre-registration forms and payments to qualify for the tournament.

Purses with Purpose Silent Auction

5:30 p.m. — The Florian Gardens Conference Center — $45 — Enjoy dinner, drinks, and a silent auction featuring stylish purses for a great cause.

Eau Claire Extravaganza Card Show

11 a.m.-8 p.m. — Best Western Plus Eau Claire Conference Center — Free entry — Explore 125 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, and more at this vibrant card show.

Chippewa Valley Gem & Mineral Society Show

April 26-27 — Eau Claire County Exposition Center — Admission varies — Explore the wonders of gems and minerals at this vibrant local show.

Technique Tuesday - Whimsy Workshop: Birds

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $22.13 — Create joyful and imaginative bird art with guidance from instructor Patricia A. Hawkenson.

Eau Claire Princess Day

10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Best Western Plus Eau Claire Conference Center — Ticket required — Experience joy, laughter, and magic with royal songs, stories, and crafts.

Haven Church End of Year Party

6-8 p.m. — Action City — $15 — Celebrate the end of the year with pizza, soda, and trampoline fun for families at Action City.