News DevelopmentMarch 5, 2021 [UPDATE] EC City Council Approves $18.5 Million Library Expansion work will start this spring at L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
NewsMarch 4, 2021 National Guard COVID-19 Testing Sites to Close, But Other Options Remain find out where you can get a test in the Eau Claire area
Kid Stuff Community OrgsMarch 2, 2021 Haymarket Bound: Children’s Museum Changes Pop-Up Plans pop-up will open in Haymarket Landing instead of Pablo Center
Diversity Community OrgsMarch 2, 2021 Chippewa Valley Transformation Project: A New Anti-Racism Effort Is Launched group aims to ‘strengthen the community’s efforts in equity, diversity, and inclusion’
Women EntrepreneurshipMarch 2, 2021 Red Letter Grant Seeks Applications From Region’s Female Entrepreneurs applications can be submitted online until May 9
Food+Drink DevelopmentFebruary 26, 2021 [UPDATE] Drink in the View: Check Out Plans for a New Rooftop Bar JCap gets OK for tavern atop sixth story of former Wells Fargo
Visual Art NewsFebruary 26, 2021 200 Main Art & Wine Gallery Will Close, But Owners Will Keep the Art Flowing ‘I get emotional when thinking of all the amazing people we’ve met on this gallery journey,’ says owner Jo Ellen Burke
SchoolsFebruary 24, 2021 EC Elementary Students Will Be Back in Class Four Days a Week school board OKs switch starting April 5; upper grades not affected
SchoolsFebruary 23, 2021 EC School Board Will Consider Bringing K-5 Back to Classrooms Four Days a Week special meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 24, will seek public comment
Seniors Community Orgs PodcastsFebruary 23, 2021 New Podcast Focuses on Aging Well for Seniors, Loved Ones ‘Journey Ahead’ podcast features local experts on aging-related issues like health, fitness, memory
News SchoolsFebruary 23, 2021 Eau Claire District Ponders Going Back to (More) School as virus-related metrics decline, schools consider more in-person instruction
EntrepreneurshipFebruary 23, 2021 The Hive Makes Pivot, Evolves Into Boutique Lake Hallie business began as a restaurant
Expansion EntrepreneurshipFebruary 22, 2021 Token Jewelry Prepares to Glitter in a New Setting Eau Claire jewelry business plans move into its own space on West Grand Avenue
NeighborhoodsFebruary 18, 2021 STAKING OUT SOME TURF: The Eastside Hill’s ‘Turf House’ Is Officially For Sale. What Would You Pay? Eau Claire home once had Astroturf inside and out. Not anymore
Events Community OrgsFebruary 18, 2021 Empty Bowls Fundraiser Sees Skyrocketing Support funds raised in drive-through event go to Feed My People Food Bank
Community OrgsFebruary 16, 2021 Raising Awareness of Teen Dating Violence family and youth advocate shares tips on safe relationships
Kid Stuff Community OrgsFebruary 16, 2021 Children’s Museum’s ‘PlaySpace’ Will Blast Off at Pablo Center in March pop-up museum will give access to favorite exhibits
On Campus DiversityFebruary 15, 2021 ‘A True Servant Leader’: Ducksworth-Lawton Receives UWEC’s MLK Award she is honored for years of advocacy, education, and outreach
Opening Up Food+Drink Kid StuffFebruary 12, 2021 There’s a New Sweet Spot Downtown – No Ifs, Ands, or Buts About It Eau Claire has a new candy store: Ifs and Buts Candy and Nuts
Opening UpFebruary 12, 2021 New Landscaping Business Aims to Help Community XLC Environmental Services focus includes aiding those with disabilities, restoring historic spots
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