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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews battled a blaze at the historic David Drummond House on State Street in the Third Ward—lightning struck the building during a storm and crews brought the fire under control with no injuries reported. WQOW
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than a couple dozen students at Eau Claire North High School walked to Mercury Avenue at lunch to demand stricter gun laws after several school shootings raised safety concerns. Organizer August Hendrickson said the protest will continue if lawmakers do not act. WEAU
- ➤ Declining elementary enrollment has led the Eau Claire School Board to consider two options on Monday for closing or repurposing schools. The district will review plans with a 20-member committee until mid-October—inviting public input to decide a recommendation by November or December. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Our House Senior Living Memory Care hosted a carnival on Friday to honor National Assisted Living Week and the caregivers who support 16 residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia—highlighting both festive games and live music. The event recognized the hard work of staff who provide 24/7 care in a challenging setting. WEAU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rain soaked Week 4 of the prep football season as Chippewa Falls hosted River Falls for a Veterans Appreciation game and Eau Claire North won its first game over Superior while Eau Claire Memorial lost to Marshfield. Rice Lake came from behind against Menomonie and New Richmond faced Hudson—results that show a busy week in prep football. WEAU
- ➤ Dr. Melody Brennan and Mikey Brooks won the 17th annual Dancing with the Eau Claire Stars as Grand Champions—Amber Steffel and Tyler Hahn finished first, while Katie Behrendt and Dustin Haugle came in second and Andrew Martin with Amber Fox were named Fan Favorite. WQOW
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mars Live Concert
8:00 PM — The Plus — $10 — Enjoy a lively night of jazz-infused tunes and original songs from this talented Eau Claire band.
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