Good morning, Eau Claire.

Find Eden Rescue has launched an online auction for sports memorabilia including Minnesota Vikings tickets and an autographed jersey from former Packer David Bakhtiari to support plans for a physical shelter on 40 acres south of Eau Claire.

Bids are accepted until Sept. 9.

L.E. Phillips Senior Center is preparing for its Fourth Annual Senior Resource Fair on Sept.

15 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature 76 vendors, free flu shots & hearing tests, interactive tours and resource presentations to spotlight local senior talent.

The 37th Annual Eau Claire Fall Festival returns downtown on Sept.

12 at 10 a.m. featuring vendors, food, live entertainment and a Charity Dunk Tank supporting local nonprofits — an event bringing community leaders and families together.

Downtown Eau Claire businesses have seen fewer customers since paid parking started on Aug.

1 with enforcement Monday-Saturday from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m., causing a reported 5-35% revenue drop. Some have tried to cover parking costs + offer discounts for paying customers.

Local insurers expect that back-to-school season will bring changes to coverage as students move from dorms to driving.

They urge families to review policies and update coverage for potential new risks + shifts in driving needs.

Christine Taylor, the new owner of a Citgo station, argues that she qualifies to have liquor and tobacco licenses restored (licenses that were revoked when the station was state-owned).

UW-Eau Claire football holds its final practices ahead of Saturday’s season opener against Alma College + the women’s tennis team readies for a season start against Marian.

Regis girls basketball star EllaMay Cooper has committed to Tennessee-Chattanooga.