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Eau Claire
Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North High School Girls Basketball held its youth camp where the team inspired younger players and collected food donations, and on Thursday the varsity players delivered the donations to Sojourner House—a shelter for the city’s homeless population. WEAU
- ➤ At a library event on Wednesday evening — held at L.E. Phillip’s Memorial Library — speakers discussed Altoona’s Solis Circle and its link to affordable housing. Leader-Telegram
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Merchants Bank is marking 150 years this summer with community events at its locations (including the Eau Claire branch) across the region. President Greg Evans said the bank supports local growth and steady jobs for over 400 residents (a milestone for local banking). WIProud
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Board of Regents for the Universities of Wisconsin approved a tuition increase of up to 5 percent for the 2025–26 academic year—most universities will add an optional 1 percent while UW-River Falls seeks a 5.8 percent increase. Lawmakers and Gov. Tony Evers agreed on a new state budget that boosts funding for the system, a move that helped secure the measure. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local law enforcement will hold a Vigilant Parent class at the Sheriff’s Office on July 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to help parents learn how to monitor online activity and use safe settings—officers from the Sheriff’s Office, local police, and the Wisconsin Department of Criminal Investigations are teaming up for the program. WEAU
- ➤ Kathryn Schauf retired after ten years as county administrator, leaving four finalists for the position—two local candidates and two outside hires. The finalists will visit the county next week for interviews with the Administration Committee, with a recommendation to the county board later this month and a final decision set for September. WQOW
- ➤ Eau Claire city and county agencies held trainings after last week's devastating flooding in central Texas highlighted what a major disaster could look like. Officials noted that while the chance of a massive flash flood here remains low, updating emergency plans for events like dam failure stays a priority. WEAU
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Wisconsin Champions flag football program will send its 14U and 12U teams to the national championships in Canton, Ohio from July 17th to 20th. Organizer Bobby Diaz said the teams will represent their community and families while aiming for championship success—building on years of strong competition. WEAU
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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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Once More, Autumn Concert
9 p.m.-3 a.m. — Mousetrap Tavern — Free entry — Experience a night of indie and alternative sounds featuring Once More, Autumn, Green, and Two Castles.
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Summer Sunday Concert Series: Petrichord Live
7-8 p.m. — The Plus — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful blend of original and cover folk tunes by sibling duo Petrichord on a summer Sunday evening.
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Lyrical Hysterical Comedy Show with Maxwell Strozzi
8:00-9:45 p.m. — The Plus — $10 tickets, free drink for first 20 — Experience a unique blend of music and comedy with a local flair featuring Maxwell Strozzi.
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1st Annual Gluten Free Bash
11 AM – 2 PM — Forage — Free entry — A gluten-friendly outing featuring savory eats, sweet treats, and community connections for food lovers.
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