Good Day
Eau Claire
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded at 10:13 p.m. Monday to an apartment fire at 1820 Bellinger Street—damage was estimated at about $70,000 and no occupants were found as crews searched the building. News8000.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two Eau Claire filmmakers won an Upper Midwest Regional Emmy Award for their documentary 'When Rubber Hit the Road' on the Uniroyal plant closure—sharing worker interviews that showed how the area rebuilt after the factory closed. WQOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Eau Claire Area School District presented additional data—community responses were included as officials discussed plans to consolidate three elementary schools amid enrollment concerns this week. Leader-Telegram
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Eau Claire community members are receiving free foot and nail care this week at a weeklong clinic hosted by UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education that expects to serve over 700 patients with diabetes-related foot issues and other care needs. The event also lets nurses (fulfilling certification requirements) complete their required clinical hours, and phone appointments for the next clinic will start on March 30. WQOW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fall prep sports playoffs took place Tuesday, October 21 as Eau Claire Memorial hosted Chippewa Falls in a division one boys soccer regional semifinal—Eau Claire North traveled to Hudson while Altoona battled River Falls and Menomonie took on Wausau East in division two. Prep volleyball playoffs also began as Altoona hosted Ellsworth and Fall Creek played Mondovi—regional quarterfinal matchups that energized local high school sports—adding extra excitement to the postseason. WEAU
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UW-River Falls Falcons vs. UW-Eau Claire Blugolds Football
12-5 p.m. — Carson Park — Ticket prices may vary — Experience an exciting football matchup with pre-game festivities and a concert.
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Vitamin String Quartet Concert
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $27.03 - $65.26 — Experience the classical crossover magic of Vitamin String Quartet, known for their enchanting covers.
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2025 FEED Summit
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Lismore Hotel Eau Claire — Early Bird Registration available — Engage in business workshops, networking, and explore local food businesses in scenic Eau Claire.
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Saving Abel Live Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $12 - $47 — Experience explosive Southern rock with hard-hitting anthems and raw emotion.
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Halloween Extravaganza at Mabel Tainter Theater
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Historic Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — A spooky celebration featuring a costume contest, new music arrangements, and interactive games.
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The Over Unders Live at Graham Jams
7-11 p.m. — Leona's Pizzeria — No cover charge — Experience the energetic alt-rock vibe of The Over Unders, a local duo from Eau Claire.
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Sesame Street Live - Elmo and Friends Say Hello
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM — The Sonnentag — $45+ — Celebrate the magic of Sesame Street with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Cookie Monster in Eau Claire.
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Blugold Marching Band Performance
7-9 p.m. — The Sonnentag — Free entry — Experience a lively performance featuring the Blugold Marching Band with a dress rehearsal and dinner beforehand.
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First Fridays Faculty Recital Series: Under the Influence
7:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $5-$15 — Experience an evening of chamber music inspired by diverse composers performed by UW-Eau Claire's talented faculty.
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11th Annual Gatsby's Gala
7:00 PM — W.R. Davies Student Center — $20 students, $35 GA, $150-$250 VIP — Experience the allure of the roaring 20s with big bands and vintage ballroom decor while supporting jazz studies scholarships.
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