Saturday, December 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library in Eau Claire is hosting events focused on Ho-Chunk culture as part of the One Book, One Community program, featuring storyteller Andi Cloud. WEAU
- ➤ Wisconsin sees a growing need for treatment level foster families to care for children with high emotional and behavioral needs, according to children's advocates and current foster parents. WEAU
- ➤ Vernon Johnson was recognized for his honesty and kindness for returning a lost wallet at Walmart during the busy Christmas season. WEAU
- ➤ The Eau Claire Department of Human Services invites donations of winter accessories and children's books for their 'Giving Tree' program to aid those in need. WQOW
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A semi jack-knifed on I-94 in Eau Claire due to slippery conditions, temporarily blocking traffic but resulting in no injuries. WEAU
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ All four suspects involved in the September 2022 drive-by murder of Christopher Conner in Eau Claire have been sentenced, concluding the legal proceedings. WQOW
- ➤ Michael Purnell, involved in the drive-by shooting death of Christopher Conner in Altoona, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 5 years in prison plus 5 years supervision. WEAU
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Eau Claire's small businesses face declining holiday season revenues due to reduced consumer spending, threatening their sustainability and the local economy. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ty Wiberg, a paralympic-hopeful from Eau Claire, shared his journey of overcoming challenges due to spinal bifida and motivated Delong Middle School students to pursue their passions, regardless of obstacles. WQOW
SHOP NEWS
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Haven Kids Christmas Worship Service
Haven Kids will participate in a Christmas worship service at Haven Church, joining the congregation in song and bell ringing.
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Christmas Eve Worship Service
A worship service on Christmas Eve at St. John's Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
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Noon Year's Eve at Action City
Metropolis Resort's Noon Year's Eve celebration features family-friendly activities, including face painting, a dance party, a pizza buffet, and a balloon drop at noon! Plus-get special all-day passes to Action City AND Chaos Water Park for $49 per person, kids under 44" are half off.
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Schaefer/Miles Oil Painting Adventures Class
This art class provides a small, intimate setting for participants of all skill levels to explore oil and acrylic painting techniques over four Thursdays in January.
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Family Concert and Activities Day
This event features live music, dance opportunities, art activities, and childcare resources for families with young children.
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