Good morning, Eau Claire.

At the Eau Claire Marathon, over 5,000 runners participated in races as organizers honored Ann Seidl, a local runner killed in a hit-and-run earlier this month—runners wore red to remember her while board member Adam Ludwig called it the biggest marathon weekend yet.

A house fire in Eau Claire broke out Monday morning with firefighters arriving at 6 a.m.—first responders rescued one person while another died, the blaze was out by 7:45 a.m. and the home was declared a total loss as the investigation continues.

A house fire in Eau Claire early Monday morning killed one person and hospitalized another when fire crews arrived at 1707 8th Street at 6 a.m.—fire officials said the investigation is ongoing.

On April 25, a 32-year-old Eau Claire man named Andrey Y M Sichuga was charged after he brought a loaded handgun to Putnam Heights Elementary—he rang the doorbell and refused to leave, prompting a lockdown and a traffic stop during which officers recovered the weapon—and now he faces charges for firearm possession on school grounds, resisting an officer, and disorderly conduct with a $10,000 cash bond and a preliminary hearing on May 6.

The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin and SOS Save Our Songbirds will host the 2025 Wisconsin Fat Bird Week contest from May 2nd through May 9th, where voters will select the heaviest bird in a bracket-style competition.

The contest builds on last year’s win by the Hefty Horned Lark and will share facts on bird health and habitat protection + encourage safe practices for local birds.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

1st Annual Chippewa Valley Dementia Conference

8 a.m.-4 p.m. — The Florian Gardens Conference Center — $25 // $50 with CEUs — Explore critical resources and presentations on dementia care and support.

Abstract Watercolor Class

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $45+ — Explore abstract watercolor techniques with a renowned artist and create a unique composition.

Pint-Sized Concert with Two High Strung

7-8 p.m. — The Brewing Projekt — Free entry — Enjoy local music, craft brews, and community spirit with Two High Strung.

Higher Ground Wrestling: The Future Clash Tournament

7:00 PM — The Plus — $15-$25 — Witness the thrilling showdown for the Future Clash Championship as Matt Honey defends his title against emerging challengers.