Good Day
Eau Claire
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Since the end of May, the Instagram account Eau Claire Today has hidden $50—$60 around town and shared video clues that draw hundreds of likes, with local resident Chloe Eberhardt winning $60 near Peace Church. The account plans to partner with local businesses for future drops that help residents explore new parts of the community. WQOW
- ➤ Organizers and volunteers have worked since Saturday to prepare Chippewa Valley Regional Airport for an air show that will open Saturday morning. Crews have marked spectator areas for VIPs & military veterans while pilots will practice maneuvers on Thursday and Friday before the event. WQOW
- ➤ The 5th Garding Against Cancer golf fundraiser at Hickory Hills golf course raised $126,000, surpassing the $100,000 goal for UW Carbone Cancer Center — the event has contributed over $300,000 in five years and featured appearances by Wisconsin men’s basketball coach Greg Gard, his wife Michelle, and local Badgers fans during dinner. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Traffic will be heavy for the Blue Ox Music Festival later this week as Crescent Avenue between North Town Hall Road and Eagle Lane will close Thursday at 6:00 a.m. for traffic control and reopen at 10:00 p.m.—the Eau Claire County Sheriff's Office recommends using alternate routes. News8000.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WisDOT confirmed five pavement buckles occurred last weekend in Eau Claire and Chippewa counties — caused by a rapid shift from cool to very hot weather. Officials advise drivers to slow down, buckle up, and check 511 Travel Information — a measure to help protect roadway workers and ensure safe travel. WEAU
- ➤ City of Eau Claire announced that road preparations for the Chippewa Valley Air Show will impact traffic near the airport on Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.—drivers will face one-way flow adjustments on Saturday and Sunday while police and WisDOT manage signage at key intersections. WEAU
- ➤ EMS providers face high call volumes and staffing shortages while state legislators propose three bills—one for levy limit exceptions, one for more training resources, and one for higher reimbursement rates. Fire and EMS officials say the measures are needed to ease the pressure on first responders who serve our community. WEAU
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chippewa Valley Burger Week is underway until June 29—nearly 30 local restaurants are offering burger deals across the region. Organizers have launched a new app for earning points and winning prizes while supporting local eateries. WEAU
SHOP NEWS
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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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Wisconsin Warrior Natural Classic Pro/Am
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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Country Jam USA - Wisconsin Featuring Cole Swindell, Dylan Scott, and Sara Evans
1-5:30 a.m. — Country Jam, Eau Claire, WI — Tickets starting at $314 — Enjoy an exciting night of country music with top artists in a vibrant atmosphere.
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The Gilmore Family Band Live Show
7-10 p.m. — Fox Run Tavern — Cost info not specified — Experience the musical journey of Shannon and Jason Gilmore in a lively tavern setting.
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