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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nina Eisold was honored on May 8th for her outstanding care of her employees—she goes above and beyond in treating them like family. WEAU
- ➤ Food Truck Friday is returning to Phoenix Park this Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for its 7th season with 11 food trucks serving meals — road construction downtown will close the eastbound lane on Riverfront Terrace. WQOW
- ➤ Beaver Creek Reserve continued its fundraising on May 8 to support its Americorps members by matching every donation up to $50,000. The campaign raised $16,500 so far + will total $65,500 with matching funds. WIProud
- ➤ The River Prairie Festival — in its eighth year — will take place tomorrow at River Prairie Park in Altoona between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., featuring nearly 50 vendors, local art, food, music, yoga, and a rubber ducky race. Organizers said the festival kicks off the 2025 season and will draw thousands to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend and welcome warmer weather. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Regis Catholic School moved to the auditorium when white smoke signaled that a new pope was being chosen on Thursday morning—staff and students expressed excitement and hope that American Cardinal Robert F. Prevost will bring unity and peace to the church. WEAU
- ➤ On Thursday, UWEC marketing sales team students presented a check for $80,000 to support the L.E. Phillips Center for career development tournament after selling sponsorships in their advanced sales class. The record-setting effort—built on 15 years of the program's history—primarily drew funds from local businesses. WEAU
- ➤ Art students at UW-L are learning deer hide smoking art from experts Levi and Verna Blackdeer — who use a traditional Ho-Chunk technique — as professor Lisa Lenarz leads a community engaged learning project. WIProud
- ➤ At the L.E. Phillips YMCA Sports Center in Eau Claire, more than 50 local businesses and organizations showcased career options (health care, construction, manufacturing) for thousands of students exploring hands-on experiences at Career Venture 2025 held Thursday. The event was organized with the help of hundreds of volunteers over several months to address workforce challenges. WEAU
SHOP NEWS
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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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Andy Immerman Live Performance
9 PM - 1 AM — The 410 Bar — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of unique sounds blending organic and synthesized music from Eau Claire's own Andy Immerman.
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