Good morning, Eau Claire.

Since 2014, Sofas for Service has furnished veterans—many of whom were previously homeless—with essential furniture and appliances, and the nonprofit recently moved into a larger warehouse to better serve veterans in western Wisconsin and Minnesota.

It served 181 veterans last year and will help 100 veterans by the end of this month—continuing its commitment to help veterans settle into real homes.

A fatal crash occurred Saturday afternoon near Fall Creek—Eau Claire County Sheriff's Office confirmed the incident.

A head-on crash on U.S. Highway 12 near Green Meadow Road + just east of Fall Creek left one person dead and injured five others around 12:45 p.m. Saturday, authorities said + and investigators are examining the scene.

A two-vehicle head-on collision near Fall Creek on Highway 12 and Green Meadow Road Saturday afternoon left one person dead and five injured—deputies found the highway blocked when they arrived.

Community leaders rallied at Phoenix Park Saturday to demand more support for child care providers as rising tuition and a forecasted 20% closure rate in Eau Claire County left parents worried + they urged state lawmakers to review bills that could offer $480 million in relief.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

We Care Eau Claire - Back to School Event

9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Phoenix Park — Free entry — Help local families by donating and packing backpacks for children returning to school.

Grand Evening on the Bridge

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Grand Avenue Footbridge — Ticket options starting at $15 — Experience an evening of food, drinks, and community spirit at Eau Claire's premier fundraising event.

The String Cheese Incident - Campout Concert

Two epic nights — August 15-16 — The Pines Music Park — Ticket price online — Enjoy a weekend of music, camping, and activities surrounded by nature.

Zach Bryson Live Performance

7 PM – 1 AM — Leona's Pizzeria — Cost TBD — Come hang out in Eau Claire and enjoy original songs from Nashville-based artist Zach Bryson.

Exotic Pet Fair 2025

1-4 p.m. — Eau Claire Expo Center — Affordable pet supplies and adoption opportunities — Discover a variety of exotic animals and great deals on pet essentials.