Good morning, Eau Claire.

The annual Help for the Homeless Hygiene Drive brought in over $723,000 in new cleaning and hygiene supplies for 137 crisis programs in 22 communities.

Family Radio Network said the donations help local programs spend money on staffing, safe housing and food + next year's drive is set for February 22 through March 15.

Crews are responding to a crash on I-94 in Eau Claire County near Altoona—forcing the closure of the right lane at mile marker 74 south of US 53, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

35-year-old Andrew Premo was charged with multiple felony counts after a police chase in Eau Claire last week and will have a hearing on May 28.

North High School hosted the first Youth Apprenticeship Career Fair Tuesday morning to connect area high school students with local businesses through the program run by the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce — the fair will continue at Memorial High School on Thursday.

The Eau Claire City Council Health Department will offer discounted well water tests from April 21 through May 1 for anyone with a private well.

The Bacteria and Nitrate Bundle costs $34 (discounted rate) and the homeowners premium bundle costs $100 (reduced price).

The City of Eau Claire is set to begin a block-by-block exterior survey of houses in the Putnam Heights Neighborhood this week — a follow-up to the last survey in 2020 that helps target safety inspections under city ordinance.

Eau Claire City Council President Emily Berge filed a statement of candidacy with the FEC for Wisconsin’s 3rd congressional district in 2026—she has not yet confirmed her run.

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.