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DHS unable to open investigation on HSHS
EAU CLAIRE — In a response to Eau Claire City Attorney Stephen Nick’s letter asking for an investigation into HSHS, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services said they do not have the authority. DHS Secretary-designee Kirsten Johnson in a letter sent to Nick said, while they agree with the concerns about the surprising and quick closure of the Hospital Sisters Health System hospitals, they cannot set up an investigation into the health system. ...
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.
Officers honored who paid ultimate sacrifice
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Law enforcement members from across western Wisconsin gathered today to honor those who have died while serving their communities. That’s the number of law enforcement from the area who have died while serving since 1881. Their names were read off at the Annual Northwest...
Altoona holds energy assessment with Xcel
ALTOONA, Wis. (WEAU) - The City of Altoona is working to improve its energy efficiency. Today, the city in partnership with Xcel Energy did an energy assessment and walkthrough of its public works facility. From the walkthrough, the city learned in order to reduce energy costs, its lighting and HVAC...
Eau Claire’s Century Code Update project drawing criticism from biodiversity advocacy group
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - A community group is having issue with Eau Claire’s Century Code Update, claiming there is not enough being considered when it comes to the city’s biodiversity. “Eau Claire values nature very much. People are here for that very reason, and we want to...
Silly Serrano granted returned liquor license
EAU CLAIRE — A liquor license previously granted to The Metro was granted to Silly Serrano Mexican Restaurant by the city. Assistant City Attorney Jenessa Stromberger said this license “allows a business to sell and serve alcohol for consumption on a licensed premise.” This license was the only regular Combination Class B Intoxicating Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage License available at the time. The license was previously granted to The...
Phelps campaign: Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes endorses Christian Phelps for Assembly District 93
Wisconsin’s former Lieutenant Governor, Mandela Barnes, has endorsed Christian Phelps of Eau Claire in his race for the 93rd State Assembly District. “Christian has been a skilled and unapologetic advocate for schools across the state of Wisconsin. He will be a consequential leader in the legislature, and I am proud to endorse him for the 93rd Assembly District,” said former Lt. Gov. Barnes.
Altoona woman claims to be victim in theft by deception case based in Georgia
ALTOONA, Wis. (WEAU) - Altoona woman claims to be a victim in a theft by deception case. More than 300 people across 25 states and even Australia, gave irreplaceable mementos to a woman in Georgia and never got them back and one woman in Altoona claims to be a victim.
Interview: YMCA provides child care opportunities
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Derek White, president and CEO of YMCA of the Chippewa Valley, talks about the childcare opportunities available through the YMCA. Summer camp at Camp Manitou is available with overnight programs for children entering grades 2-10. There are also Summer Day Camps at the Eau Claire...
Feed My People Food Bank holds 24th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Since 2001, Empty Bowls has brought together locally crafted bowls, food, community members, and a determination to take a bite out of local hunger. Every ticket purchase supports the work of Feed My People Food Bank (FMP) ‘s mission to create equitable access to food for healthier communities in West Central Wisconsin.
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