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Eau Claire
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bridge to Hope, a nonprofit that supports survivors fleeing abuse, will host Designer Purse Bingo at Tanglewood Greens in Menomonie on May 3 to raise funds. Doors will open at 11 a.m.—Bingo begins at 1 p.m. and tickets cost $50. WEAU
- ➤ Morrie’s Eau Claire Subaru donated nearly $40,000 Tuesday morning to Feed My People Food Bank to support local pantries and schools—continuing a decade-long partnership, the food bank said the funds will supply groceries to families in need. WQOW
- ➤ Legendary Eau Claire broadcaster Mike Sullivan died peacefully on April 21 after a 70-day battle with leukemia—he was 75 years old. His daughter said the family still faces financial concerns from care and funeral costs—local supporters have started a crowdfunding effort to help. WEAU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eau Claire police said yesterday that a social media post falsely claiming an officer was missing is a scam (no officer is missing) and warned that any official alert (issued directly by the police) would come only from the department. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Father Francis at Immaculate Conception Church said the Pope’s care for the vulnerable inspired many+ he believed his passing would steer the church in new directions. WIProud
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ First responders and law enforcement trained for an active shooter scenario at Delong Middle School yesterday. The exercise focused on preparing them to respond effectively to active threats—skills that can be applied to other emergency situations. WIProud
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Xcel Energy and local groups completed two fish habitat projects on Lake Wissota to boost fish populations. Bundled tree clusters were installed near Mermaid Bay and rock reefs were built in the main lake basin—advised by the WDNR—to create better spawning and shelter areas for fish. WEAU
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire Marathon will take place on April 26 and 27 and will host thousands of runners as well as the 10K Charity Classic that benefits CORBA—Girls on the Run Chippewa Valley and Valley Girls Cycling Club with a $15,000 sponsorship from Royal Credit Union. The race will also feature Charity Chaser Brent Wathke in the half-marathon, who will trigger donations for Bob’s House for Dogs and Power of Perception with every runner he passes. WEAU
- ➤ UW-Eau Claire’s men’s and women’s rugby teams earned #1 seeds and will play in the Collegiate Rugby 7’s Championships from April 25 to 27 — the women have won national titles before and the men improved from a last seed finish — as they aim to win a national title. WEAU
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Live Music with Sue Orfield
7-10 p.m. — The Lakely — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soulful saxophone sounds influenced by blues, jazz, and more from a seasoned performer.
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Dixon's Mother's Day Brunch
11:00 AM — Dixon's Autumn Harvest Winery and Orchard — Tickets selling fast — Celebrate Mom with a delightful buffet and live music in a charming winery setting.
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Cathy Reitz & 7 Swing Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — 2 Roots Art & Wine Gallery — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing evening with Cathy Reitz and the band featuring a blend of vocals and horns.
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The Beach Boys Concert
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $83.59 - $138.60 — Experience surf rock legends Mike Love and Bruce Johnson performing classic hits from their 6+ decades of music.
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