Good morning, Eau Claire.

The Chippewa Falls Area Senior Center honored veterans at the Wisconsin Veterans Home by delivering 72 planters, each with an American flag+a 'Thank you for your service' flag funded through donations.

Volunteer Joyce Radke said the gesture brought smiles to the veterans.

Roosevelt Elementary students collected over 500 dry goods items and delivered more than 400 pounds of food to the Saint Francis Food Pantry on Friday morning despite gloomy weather — the donations will be distributed every other Monday and Wednesday in May.

Chippewa County officials sentenced 27-year-old Jose Dominguez-Garcia to 25 years in prison with 15 years of extended supervision after he pleaded no contest to first-degree reckless homicide for killing his pregnant girlfriend, Rosaly Rodriguez, in 2020—her body was later found in a suitcase at an abandoned farmhouse north of Eau Claire.

A recent inspection found structural flaws on the Eddy Street bridge, so immediate weight restrictions were imposed and the bridge will close to all vehicular traffic during the week of May 5th.

Transit routes 4 and 3/4 in the Mt. Simon area are already affected — Union Pacific plans maintenance and further inspections to see if the bridge can temporarily reopen.

On Friday, May 2nd, local sports fans saw intense play in the Chippewa Valley as Fall Creek stayed undefeated in softball and its hockey star Addison Gruhlke signed with Beloit—while prep baseball, track, soccer and lacrosse games ended with mixed results.

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.

Clovers Daughter Concert

7:00 PM — The Plus — Free entry — Experience the heartfelt indie sounds of Noor Shami, a rising American Palestinian singer-songwriter.