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Eau Claire
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire Fire Department advises residents to use the buddy system & wear properly fitted safety vests when enjoying lakes and pools during high temperatures. Deputy Chief Bob Haller said carrying a cell phone for emergencies helps reduce the risk of drowning. WEAU
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on U.S. Highway 53 closed all southbound lanes at River Prairie Drive in Eau Claire County—Altoona police asked drivers to avoid the area. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Zorn Arena— a historic venue on the UW-Eau Claire campus— is scheduled for demolition in the coming weeks to make room for new green spaces and pedestrian walkways. Demolition for Kjer Theatre begins June 23 and the full project will be completed by September. WQOW
- ➤ Demolition on UW-Eau Claire’s lower campus will begin Monday with crews starting on Kjer Theatre next week before dismantling Brewer Hall and Zorn Arena—about 84,000 square feet will be cleared for new green space and walkways—cleanup and seeding are scheduled for September. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Township Fire Department received 2,352 cans of emergency drinking water from Anheuser-Busch and Park Ridge Dist.—the donation helps firefighters stay hydrated during wildfire response efforts. WEAU
- ➤ The city of Eau Claire held two Century Code update pre-adoption open houses Tuesday — a move to keep the public informed about expected zoning code changes. Leader-Telegram
- ➤ Eau Claire Transit Department has installed four new overhang shelters — one at stops near the Goodwill store on Gateway Drive, L.E. Phillips Senior Center, Grace Barstow Apartments and the County Government Center — to protect bus riders from rain, heat and bad weather. The shelters feature benches and ADA accessible pads, and the department plans to add more in the future. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire City-County Health Department shared tips on Tuesday to help residents remove water from birdbaths, clogged gutters, and rain barrels—areas that can allow mosquitos and ticks to breed. Homeowners can use these guidelines to reduce insect pests around their homes. WQOW
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Celebrate the 715 with Wisconsin Makers Market
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Eau Claire Expo Center — Free entry — Enjoy local creations, live music, and fun activities for all ages.
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On-Site Tour of Sky Active Living
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Oakwood Hills - Sky Active Living — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living with nutritious dining and engaging activities.
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Blue Ox Music Festival 2025
11 AM – 5 PM — The Pines Music Park — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy cozy bluegrass vibes hosted by Pert Near Sandstone in a scenic setting.
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Chippewa Valley Air Show
12-4:15 p.m. — Chippewa Valley Regional Airport — $12 adv, $15 door; FREE for children 6/under — Experience high-flying aerial performances featuring the Blue Angels and more.
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Heather Shaw Live Comedy Show
7:30 p.m. — The Plus — $15 adv, $20 door — Enjoy a night of laughs with seasoned comic Heather Shaw, noted for her Jim Carrey resemblance and social media fame.
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f-EAU-rth of July 5K
8 a.m. — Hibbard Lot — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun 5K run for runners, families, and their furry friends in Eau Claire.
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Chippewa River Paddle
10 AM – 4 PM — Hobbs Landing — $75 — Paddle through the picturesque lower Chippewa River while learning about local conservation efforts.
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10 AM – 1 PM — Pablo Center at the Confluence — VIP $65, Adult GA $45, Kids under 15 $20 — Witness extraordinary transformations and dedication in the only Natural bodybuilding event in the area.
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Country Jam USA
July 16-19 — Country Jam USA Festival Grounds — Ticket options available — Experience euphoria with headliners Bailey Zimmerman, Cole Swindell, and Sam Hunt in an unforgettable country music weekend.
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Country Jam USA - Wisconsin
3:30-5:30 AM — Country Jam, Eau Claire — Tickets start at $314 — Experience top country artists including Bailey Zimmerman and Chase Rice at this summer festival.
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