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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockfalls Raceway donated $132,650 to Joshua’s Camp to support families with children undergoing cancer treatment; the funds were raised over four years from the annual CTech Badger Classic and will help send families to camp held twice a year at the Metropolis Resort in Eau Claire. WEAU
- ➤ Tim Molepske and Tim Campbell announced that the 15th annual Clay Shoot for Scouting will be held on Thursday, August 21 at the Eau Claire Rod & Gun Club to benefit the Chippewa Valley Council, with Scouting America organizing the event. WEAU
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A ribbon cutting took place Thursday at Schneider Social Science Hall marking the opening of the new Small Business Development Center on the UW-Eau Claire campus—this center will offer financial and capital access advice while providing student work opportunities and support to local small business owners. WEAU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Roy Gene Hoff Jr. was taken into custody on Wednesday night after he allegedly sexually assaulted a person, stole their vehicle from a southside property, and sparked a police chase that ended when authorities recovered the stolen car in Juneau County—he now faces multiple charges. WQOW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Families in north central Wisconsin have started shopping at Goodwill NCW for back-to-school supplies—using discounts and clearance deals to stretch their budgets and support local job programs. Recent data shows 67% of shoppers have begun buying supplies, and the store raised local incomes by $4.5 million last year. WIProud
- ➤ Secretary Missy Hughes of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation visited Altoona’s Yard Container Park Thursday—where pop-up shops, restaurants, seating and event space are designed to spur local economic growth. The park, which has been in development for years, may set the stage for similar ventures across the state. WEAU
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Merchants Bank—headquartered in Winona—celebrated 150 years of service by maintaining 20 branches that serve Eau Claire and other local communities. The bank offers a full range of banking services from checking accounts to commercial loans and remains committed to strong local values. WIProud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire County Board of Supervisors unanimously confirmed Jon Johnson as the new County Administrator. Johnson, who is currently the County Highway Department Administrator, will take over on September 8+ replacing Kathryn Shauf after her retirement. WIProud
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 74 hospitals in Wisconsin were honored by the American Heart Association for following research-based guidelines to improve care for heart disease and stroke patients—several recognized facilities serve our community, including the Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire. WQOW
SHOP NEWS
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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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Driftless Revelers Chuck Wagons West Tour Kick Off
8 PM - 2 AM — The Plus — $10 — Celebrate the Driftless Revelers' departure for their west coast tour with live music and new album releases.
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