Good morning, Eau Claire.

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction released state report cards showing that Eau Claire Area School District received a 71.1 rating (exceeds expectations) while Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District scored 70.6 (meets expectations).

Mandy Van Vleet said the district remained committed to using student feedback for ongoing improvements in the learning environment.

On Friday, Senior Master Sgt. Brian Goebel, a native of Stanley, celebrated 37 years in the Air Force when his crew from the 934th Airlift Wing flew over the Chippewa Valley and family and friends greeted him on the tarmac—he credited his long career to his love of aviation and said he will retire at the end of this milestone year.

Gilman and McDonell were set for a rematch in Friday's 8-player football state title game as both teams sought their first title—Chippewa Steel hosted the Janesville Jets while Black River Falls Co-op Swimming's Hannah Tubbs won her second straight division two 100 freestyle title.

BlackHawk Live Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $12 - $59 — Immerse yourself in over 20 years of musical harmony from the iconic band BlackHawk.

Live Music: Mooncats

8 PM — Mousetrap Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy the Americonscious Campfire Folk sounds of Mooncats as they celebrate their new album release.

Paint Mid-Century Modern Cats

4-7 p.m. — Mr. Kitty's Cat Café & Boutique — $40+ — Explore the charm of the 1950s while painting delightful cat designs inspired by Mid-Century modern styles.

Kathryn Ryan CD Release Party

6-9 p.m. — The Lakely — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of Kathryn Ryan's new CD with special opening acts and original music.

Them Coulee Boys Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket Price TBA — Experience the Americana sound of Them Coulee Boys with special emphasis on their latest album and support for a local charity.

Live Music: October Tree

2-5 p.m. — River Bend Winery & Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic covers from popular artists with October Tree in a relaxing winery setting.

Opera & Musical Theatre Workshop Ensemble Performance

7:30 PM — Haas Fine Arts Center — $3-$9 — Experience a delightful evening of opera and musical theatre scenes by talented emerging voices.

Christmas Tea & Menomonie Mansions Tour

11:30 a.m. — Volume One & The Local Store — $55-$60 — Experience a magical afternoon of Victorian tea and historic trolley touring through Menomonie's charming past.

UW-Eau Claire GEEKcon 2025

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM — W.R. Davies Student Center — $3 entry or 2 non-perishable food donations; FREE for students/staff/alumni w/ID — A day of mystery for clue chasers and codebreakers in a family-friendly environment.

UW-Eau Claire Holiday Concert

2-3:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $12-26 — Celebrate the holiday season with renowned performances from various UW-Eau Claire music ensembles.