Saturday, October 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire County Highway Department begins its winter preparations by calibrating trucks and equipment, with an emphasis on readiness and efficiency. WQOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North High School football players celebrated homecoming week by visiting Eau Claire elementary schools, engaging in games and parades with the students. WQOW
- ➤ Royal Credit Union inaugurates a new student-run branch at North High School in Eau Claire, enhancing financial education with a $1,000 donation to the local schools foundation. WEAU
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eau Claire's fall leaves are taking longer to change color this year, with a professor attributing the delay to cool temperatures and ongoing drought conditions. WEAU
- ➤ Western Wisconsin experiences a vibrant fall with increasing foliage color, chilly mornings with frost, and anticipates warm, windy conditions and a brief chance of rain. WQOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Democratic candidates in Wisconsin propose legislation to reduce living costs without increasing taxes, despite previous rejections by Republicans. WQOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A horse in Eau Claire County has contracted eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), prompting health officials to advise residents to take measures against mosquito bites. WQOW
- ➤ OakLeaf Medical Network has experienced significant expansion, including adding 20,000 new patients and opening new clinics, after two area hospitals closed six months ago. WQOW
- ➤ Experts note the impact of 'election fatigue' on mental health, emphasizing the importance of maintaining kindness despite political discourse. WIProud
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The Pack Drumline Performance
Experience an exciting performance by The Pack Drumline at the Pablo Center at the Confluence.
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Journey Meets Heart: A Night of Iconic Rock Vocals
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UWEC Symphony Band and Wind Symphony Concert
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2024 Eau Claire Leadership Conference: Enhancing Fire Service Excellence
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Hoppy Time: A Social Gathering for Bunny Enthusiasts
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Augusta WIC Clinic for Nutritional Support
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UWEC Presents: Murder on the Orient Express
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