Good morning, Eau Claire.

Law enforcement officers will be on Dunkin' rooftops statewide today from 6 a.m. to noon to support Special Olympics Wisconsin with donations, including at Eau Claire locations.

Customers donating $10 will receive a free donut coupon while supplies last.

Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley will host a nearly 3-mile Hike for the Homeless on Tuesday, Aug.

18 at River Prairie Park in Altoona, starting at 6 p.m.—pre- and same-day registration are available.

Market and Johnson hosted the second annual She Builds camp for 40 middle school girls near Eau Claire, offering a three-day free program where participants built planter boxes and learned about fire suppression to explore careers in construction, architecture and engineering.

The camp took place on Thursday.

Mayo Clinic Health System says robotic surgery now lessens pain, blood loss, and recovery time in many operations.

Dr. Guido Fiorentini notes that robotics is expanding here in Eau Claire and advises patients to discuss treatment options with their surgeons (per his guidance).

Today, Health Secretary Kirsten Johnson said the department will keep its childhood vaccination schedule, relying on systematic reviews despite the August 10 federal executive order — the approach remains unchanged to protect children.

The Eau Claire Ski Sprites won the Division 2 National Tournament on August 2nd with titles in production, tow boat driving, ballet, and more — a feat achieved after months of preparation since winter.

The team is hosting shows to share their talent with the community.

UW-Eau Claire and UW-Stout football teams began their 2026 seasons with their first day of practice on Aug.

13. Prep football previews will continue at Colfax.

On Aug. 13, reigning 8-player champs McDonell Macks held a sideline session in Chippewa Falls + answered tough questions about their planned move to an 11-player format.