In an area with three paranormal investigation groups on hand, you may think the Chippewa Valley is safe and secure, but we’ve no shortage of ghost legends around these parts. To wit, the UWEC Players have gotten into the Halloween spirit and will be offering spooky guided bus tours through Eau Claire, chronicling its most vicious murders, heinous acts, and startling stories. These are the same theatrical students that recently put on the show Candid and acted as living statues at International Fall Festival. They warned us that this event is not for the faint of heart, so be prepared as the knowledgeable and experienced guides tell some gruesome local tales and introduce you to national legends like Lizzie Borden and Pogo the Clown. Bring a hand to hold (or clutch), because this one and-a-half hour ride might test your nerves. The remarkable paranormal history of EC is also not for children, so if you are under 18, you are required to be with an adult. Seats are limited, (30 per bus) so buy your tickets sooner rather than later, or you will be left behind! Tours will depart from UWEC's Kjer Theatre on October 23, 24, 30, and 31 at 8pm and 10pm. Cost: $12 student, $16 public. Private groups may also be arranged ahead of time.

Contact morristb@uwec.edu to reserve tickets. For specifics, check out the Player’s website.