Good morning, Eau Claire.

On Jul 21, 2025, Eau Claire Memorial’s first graduating class from 1958, which had 499 students, gathered at Wild Ridge Golf Course—joining dozens of fellow alumni to remember their milestone and share memories of their school days.

Jeanette Wangen turned 102 on Monday and has spent years crocheting yarn hats for active-duty veterans—she estimates she has sent about 4,000 hats since 2018 and now gives completed ones to Dennis Voigt for shipping.

An Eau Claire man charged with having a gun on school grounds saw his trial paused when 33-year-old Andrey Sichuga — who lingered at Putnam Heights Elementary in April after ringing the doorbell because he was not hired — was found unable to stand trial and will be sent to DHS with a review hearing set for October 21.

Joe Maurer has finished the mural 'The River Above Us' on the downtown 5th Avenue tunnel—this artwork shows local wildlife like beavers and frogs and took 250 hours with help from other local artists.

He said he plans to create more large murals in the city.

Demolition began on July 21st at the historic UW Eau Claire campus—where Zorn Arena, Brewer Hall, and Kjer Theatre are located—and the nearly 84,000-foot area will be redeveloped into green space and pedestrian walkways by September.

Eau Claire County nominated Jon Johnson—who has served as Highway Commissioner since 2015—to be the next County Administrator.

The county board will vote on his nomination on July 29 and he will begin the role on September 8 if confirmed.

Jon Johnson, the current Eau Claire County Highway Commissioner, was nominated by the board's Committee on Administration to be the next county administrator (announcement came late Monday) and his nomination now awaits review (no further details were provided).

Today, the Eau Claire City Council votes on the Century Code update that would allow smaller lot sizes and a broader range of homes to ease housing challenges.

The update also includes a tree ordinance that would charge a fee for removing large healthy trees on big lots—some residents say the fees might be unfair.

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.