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Eau Claire
Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chick-fil-A in Eau Claire hosted the Summer Smiles event Wednesday, where local non-profits joined a matching donation campaign to support programs; Sleep in Heavenly Peace partnered with Chick-fil-A and Markquart Motors to raise funds for building beds for children. Chick-fil-A gave away 50 chicken sandwiches — more Summer Smiles events will follow at different Chippewa Valley restaurants. WQOW
- ➤ Three local nonprofits—Chippewa Valley Pickleball Club, L.E. Phillips Senior Center, and YMCA of the Chippewa Valley—will share $15,000 from the Charity Classic 10K presented by Royal Credit Union during the Eau Claire Marathon on May 2. Race registrants will vote to allocate the funds, with the top charity receiving $8,000, the second $5,000 and the third $2,000. WEAU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ For the second year, Wisconsin fairs require lactating dairy cattle to test negative for avian flu at least ten days before the show — a precaution taken after no avian flu cases have been found in dairy cattle — officials said today in Eau Claire. WIProud
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Eau Claire neighbors, James Barbey aged 54 and Robert Karstensen aged 82, are charged with multiple counts of alleged child sexual assault after a months-long investigation of offenses spanning several years—Barbey has seven charges and Karstensen has 11; they appeared in court yesterday on cash bonds of $250,000 and $1,000,000 with a preliminary hearing set for July 8. WQOW
- ➤ A court ruled today to play parts of recorded interviews with two child witnesses in an officer-involved shooting case involving Thomas Burback, who is charged with intentionally pointing a firearm at an officer, failing to comply with custody attempts, possessing a firearm while intoxicated and disorderly conduct after an incident on May 25, 2024—his trial is set for Sept. 22—Sept. 26. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, the Eau Claire city council approved changes to the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan budget that sets aside $48 million for projects including repairs to the aging wastewater treatment plant and replacement of the Gibson Parking Ramp — with the first phase costing $275,000 in 2026 and demolition planned for 2027. City officials also allocated $1 million for affordable housing efforts and noted that future projects could bring spending close to $70 million by 2027. WEAU
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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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Wisconsin PPA Challenger Tournament
7 p.m. — Lake Hallie Pickleball @ Gower Park — $15 grounds pass — Experience top-tier pickleball action with exciting prize purses up for grabs.
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