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Eau Claire
Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Storms Monday night left many without power in Western Wisconsin and reports Tuesday morning showed thousands of residents still lacked electricity—trees and power lines were damaged and a Menomonie Walmart remained closed as repair crews worked to restore power. WQOW
- ➤ Animal shelters in Eau Claire are busy this summer as rising costs lead more pet owners to surrender their animals, and the Eau Claire Community Humane Association (ECCHA) cares for 175 animals in shelters and foster homes. Other local shelters including Chippewa and Dunn County are nearing capacity and ask for donations of pet food and supplies. WEAU
- ➤ On Monday, the Eau Claire Skaters Association and Pinehurst Park's OutdoorMore, Inc. announced they will add a skateboarding bowl that resembles an empty pool for tricks to Pinehurst Park if they raise over $100,000, and they plan to complete the project within 12 months. The upgrade will add to the park's summer offerings and complement its winter amenities (disc golf, mountain bike trails and pump track). WQOW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the fire department responded to a submerged pickup truck near the Riverview boat landing after a fisherman called, and its dive team confirmed the truck was underwater — police are now working to identify its owner. WQOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ashley for the Arts will be held from August 7 to 9 at Memorial Park in Arcadia + it will offer music, art and family activities for all. Organizers aim to surpass last year's $750,000 fundraising total + support 70 local organizations such as schools and nonprofits. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three years after over 64% of voters approved the $98.6 million capital referendum, ECASD provided an update on the progress of the projects—most of which are underway—detailing what community members can expect next. Leader-Telegram
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin DNR issued a statewide air quality advisory from July 29 at 8:30 a.m. to July 31 at noon because wildfire smoke from Canada lowered air quality. DNR staff were mobilized to 12 regions—20 of whom are supporting wildfire suppression in Canada—to help fight the fires. WEAU
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Seymour Fever Fest
August 22-23 — Seymour Town Hall — Cost info not specified — Enjoy a family-friendly festival with inflatables, donkey baseball, live music, and a cornhole tournament.
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Fever Fest 2025
4-10 p.m. — Seymour Ball Club — General Admission starting at $1.93 — An evening of local and national musical acts raising funds for youth sports.
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