Good morning, Eau Claire.

Xcel Energy crews helped assemble patios at Hope Village in Chippewa Falls, worked at Elk Creek Bottoms Nature Preserve in Elk Mound, and assisted REACH in Eau Claire during a Days of Service event.

The 15th annual effort—started to honor 9/11—provided hundreds of volunteer hours while additional work will take place today at Beaver Creek Reserve.

Eau Claire resident recalled how parents and community members built the Angel of Hope garden in September 2003 to honor a loved one—over 20 years later, the garden remains a cherished space for the community.

Downtown Eau Claire Incorporated is hosting its 36th annual Fall Festival this Saturday in downtown Eau Claire—offering a day of fun activities and community events for all ages.

Northlakes Community Clinic held a ribbon cutting at its new Heights Drive site, adding services—family medicine, pediatric care, behavioral health, addiction recovery and speech and language pathology—to meet rising demand in Eau Claire.

The clinic now serves everyone regardless of their ability to pay.

Marshfield Clinic Region of Sanford Health is expanding care in the Chippewa Valley with a new multispecialty ambulatory hub at Lake Hallie—located at 12961 27th Ave.—and enhanced emergency services at Marshfield Medical Center Eau Claire.

The Lake Hallie Center will add 20,000 square feet to offer family medicine, pediatrics, and OBGYN services—set to finish between 2026 and 2027.

Week 4 of the eight-player football season began early Thursday night when the 2nd-ranked McDonell Macks met Owen-Withee in a state quarterfinal rematch.

In other games, Eau Claire Immanuel played Osseo-Fairchild in volleyball and Eau Claire Memorial faced River Falls in prep boys soccer—adding key matchups for the season.

Stand-Up Comedy Night with James Stanley

7:00 PM — The Plus — $10 adv ($15 door) — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising star James Stanley, known for his sharp writing and impressive stage presence.

World of Pickleball Tournament in Eau Claire

9 AM – 12 PM — McDonough Park Pickleball Courts — $5,000 prize — Compete in Eau Claire's exciting pickleball tournament and connect with local players.

Gathering of the Waters Powwow

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Valley Sports Academy — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous culture with drumming, dance specials, workshops, and food trucks.

Amy Grant Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket Price TBA — Experience a legendary evening with Amy Grant as she performs her heartfelt songs from a career spanning four decades.

67th Annual Kiwanis Paul Bunyan Flapjack Feed

7 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Memorial High School — $10 Adults; $5 Children under 12; FREE for 3/under — Feast on flapjacks and support local youth programs while enjoying appearances by Paul Bunyan and the 'Pancake Man'.

S. Carey and John Raymond Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket price TBA — Experience the world premiere of 'Shadowlands' arrangements with jazz ensemble and distinguished alumni.

Moms Unhinged Standup Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket Price TBA — Enjoy a night filled with laughter as comedians tackle the ups and downs of motherhood and life.

Black Violin Performance

7:00 PM — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $27.03 - $186.81 — Enjoy an innovative blend of classical strings and modern beats with Black Violin.

HeartWorks World Headquarters Grand Opening

10:30 AM – 1:30 PM — HeartWorks World Headquarters — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of a new community-centric center focusing on innovative health solutions.

Once More, Autumn | Fawn Haus Live at The Venue

9:00-11:30 p.m. — The Plus — $5.00 Cover — Enjoy an evening of indie folk and alternative sounds from local bands rooted in Eau Claire.