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Eau Claire
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The National Association of Letter Carriers will partner with local groups on May 10 for its 33rd Stamp Out Hunger food drive, where volunteers will pick up non-perishable food donations from mailboxes and post offices to support local food banks like Feed My People. The effort is set to collect over 65,000 pounds of food to help meet community needs — those in the area can join by placing a bag of food by their mailbox. WEAU
- ➤ Royal Credit Union has partnered with Feed My People Food Bank, St. Croix Valley Food Bank, and Diaper Bank of Minnesota for its first diaper drive in Eau Claire—donations of diapers, wipes, and money will be accepted at any Royal office from May 1 to May 31. The drive aims to help families who struggle to afford enough diapers for their babies. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at the Pablo Center on May 6 when an electrified set piece caught fire during final preparations for UW-EAU Claire's production of Guys and Dolls. UWEC students and faculty quickly put out the fire — no one was hurt — and the performance went on as planned. WIProud
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eau Claire County is partnering with WRR Environmental to host a Clean Sweep event on May 10th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 5200 Ryder Road in Eau Claire so residents can drop off hazardous household items (like oil-based paints, thinners, and solvents) and more (subject to chemical specifications). WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Evers toured Carson Park and the Wisconsin Logging Museum in Eau Claire during National Travel and Tourism Week—he announced a plan to spend $34 million on tourism from his 2025/2027 budget to aid all 72 counties. WIProud
- ➤ On Tuesday afternoon, the Wisconsin DNR suspended burn permits in 30 counties as the forecast shows no rain, low humidity, and variable winds — conditions that have raised fire danger statewide. So far this year, 658 wildfires have burned 2,220 acres, including the Ackley fires that reportedly burned 23 acres along a 4.5-mile stretch of highway. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ WEAU is sponsoring the Garding Against Cancer Golf Outing — a fundraiser organized by Bob and Janet Lesniewski with the Garding Against Cancer Foundation — to raise money for cancer research. The fifth outing will take place on June 20 at Hickory Hills Golf Course — all funds raised will go to the Carbone Cancer Research and Treatment Center. WEAU
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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Abstract Watercolor Class
6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $45+ — Explore abstract watercolor techniques with a renowned artist and create a unique composition.
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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.
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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.
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Clovers Daughter Concert
7:00 PM — The Plus — Free entry — Experience the heartfelt indie sounds of Noor Shami, a rising American Palestinian singer-songwriter.
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One Night in Memphis
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $41 - $62 — Experience a dynamic tribute to rock legends with performances from cast members of 'Million Dollar Quartet.'
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