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'Here we are': Comedian/alder Dina Nina was 'Born Loud!'
EAU CLAIRE — Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford is excited to be back to Eau Claire to perform. “Eau Claire holds a very special spot in my heart,” she explained. “The first time I performed there, I was concerned because I was in the middle of the country and I didn’t know how it was going to be received. I felt so loved and it just feels like coming back to a place that feels very comfortable. I’m very excited to come back.”
Altoona couple stays in all 37 Wisconsin state parks with campgrounds
ALTOONA — At a time in life when a lot of people give up camping, Dave and Sue Rowe decided to take their passion for the popular summertime activity to a new level. Four years ago, sometime after Dave’s 70th birthday, he mentioned to Sue that he was thinking about trying to camp in every Wisconsin state park that offers the activity. Instead of questioning his judgment, Sue responded, “That...
Installation begins for Sculpture Tour Eau Claire
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Installation for what Visit Eau Claire calls the largest outdoor rotating sculpture tour in the country begins today. According to a news release from Visit Eau Claire, over 40 sculptures will be installed. This brings the total number of sculptures on Sculpture Tour 2024-2025 to 120.
American Legion Post 53 fundraising to keep sculpture
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - One of the sculptures on the Sculpture Tour Eau Claire stands in front of the American Legion Wisconsin Post 53. It was placed there in 2022. The bronze statue, titled “Stand for the Flag,” depicts a soldier who is missing a limb saluting a flag.
Artist of the Month: The chaotic beauty of Derek Hambly
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – It’s the most challenging subjects that yield the most reward. By that measure, Derek Hambly may be the greatest Artist of the Month on record. That’s not to say HE is a difficult person. Quite the contrary. What is difficult is trying to articulate what is so impressive and unique about him. His depth, charisma, talent, intelligence and, seemingly, everything about him is impressive and noteworthy. On top of that, his art is beautiful, deep, easily consumed and profound.
Northstar MS celebrates WI School Garden Day by cultivating, planting in their garden
EAU CLAIRE — Thursday, May 18, was Wisconsin School Gardening Day, so staff, students and volunteers at Northstar Middle School couldn’t help getting their hands a little dirty while prepping their garden beds. “It’s nice to be out here working with people and planting things for other kids in the future,” said Bella Gospodar, an eighth grader at Northstar. Students from all around the school helped contribute, with members of...
Interview: Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra concert
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - The Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra presents the fifth concert of the season, “Beethoven and Friends” on May 19 at 2 p.m. at the Pablo Center at the Confluence. News Release: The Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra is excited to announce their fifth concert in...
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