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Eau Claire, Wisconsin is located in Eau Claire County. Zip codes in Eau Claire, WI include 54701, 54703, and 54702. The median home price in Eau Claire is $149,900 which is roughly $91/per square foot. More Eau Claire information.

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1 hr ago | WKBT

Xcel Energy advises boaters to 'use extreme caution'

Xcel Energy is urging boaters to "use extreme caution" if they go on the Lower Chippewa River near the Dells hydroelectric facility in downtown Eau Claire.

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9 hrs ago | Business Journal

Erbert and Gerbert's expanding to St. Louis

Sub sandwich chain Erbert and Gerbert's plans to open 10 locations in the St. Louis area by the end of next year.

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13 hrs ago | WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Red Cross fundraisers for tornado victims

The American Red Cross will be in front of the La Crosse Center this Thursday May 23rd collecting funds for disaster relief to support the Oklahoma Tornadoes from 6:00AM to 6:00PM. Volunteers will have buckets ready for you to drop in donations of cash or checks.

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Wed May 22, 2013

WEAU-TV Eau Claire

ASSIGNMENT 13: Mind Over Body

Experts say it's not fair that women and girls these days are held to an unrealistic and often impossible standard when it comes to how they look and feel about themselves.

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Fire Department looks at new technology that will help "see" underwataer

From wildfires to rescuing drowning victims, firefighters are tasked with saving lives in all sorts of different circumstances.

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WNFL-AM Green Bay

Wisconsin has recorded six "EF-5" tornadoes in sta...

There's now a revised total of 24 deaths and 200 injuries in what was classified as an "EF-5" tornado the worst on a five-point scale.

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Sunrise at Miller Park Interview: Behind the scenes with the Miller Park Chef

Part of the fun of coming to the ballpark is the food, and, you wouldn't believe all the options! Meghan Kulig met up with Brewers Executive Chef, John DiMartini for an inside look at the tastes of Miller Park.

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WIGM-AM Medford

Record high gas prices in Eau Claire

Averaging about $4.13 a gallon, Pam Moen with Triple A Wisconsin says Eau Claire has set a new record high price for regular unleaded gasoline every day this week.

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Tue May 21, 2013

WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Donation drive to help family after their home explodes

The Pederson family's daycare is becoming a drop off point for donations of gift cards, kids' clothing and even toys.

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

New Information: Chippewa River at Eau Claire to crest at flood stage Thursday

This morning, May 21, 2013, the Chippewa River Gauge at Grand Ave. read 770.1, 3 ft.

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Mon May 20, 2013

WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Explosion cause still unkown, investigators waiting on insurance assessment before returning

Firefighters are still trying to figure out what caused a massive explosion that destroyed a home in the Town of Washington east of Eau Claire.

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Two taken to hospital after trying to hop between sections of dam

The Elk Mound Fire Department says it happened around 3:15 Monday afternoon in the Town of Spring Brook, west of Eau Claire.

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Sun May 19, 2013

Real Simple

6 Anger Styles: Which One Is Yours?

What it looks like : " If you leave your jacket on the floor one more time, I'm leaving you! " It may take a lot to push you over the edge, but when you get there, the earth shakes and people run for cover.

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Sat May 18, 2013

Milwaukee Courier Online

Pressure mounting on Senate to overturn Walker's plan to reject BadgerCare funds

At a news conference at the Brown County Courthouse last Thursday afternoon which received substantial coverage on local television, local leaders called on State Senators Robert Cowles and Frank Lasee to join a rising chorus of GOP senators who have been wavering in support of Walker's plan to reject billions in federal Medicaid dollars for ... (more)

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Globe University host community service day

Globe University in Eau Claire had their annual Community Service Day, where staff and faculty take time to help out at a couple places around town.

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Government makes billions of dollars on student loan borrowers

Auditors say the Federal Government will make a record profit this year on student loan borrowers.

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Fri May 17, 2013

WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Manager of car wash accused of stealing and using woman's credit card

The manager of a car wash in Eau Claire is accused of stealing a credit card from someone's vehicle.

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Obesity mapping could lead to city approvements

How do you turn a city struggling with obesity into a healthier community? In Eau Claire, city planners have been tossing around different ideas as part of its health chapter in the city's Comprehensive Plan, including the "obesity map." The map is based on the body mass index or the ratio comparing height to weight and it would show neighborhoods ... (more)

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WEAU-TV Eau Claire

UW-Eau Claire, Visit Eau Claire partner to boost area tourism

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Visit Eau Claire have formed a strategic partnership to expand and enhance local tourism.

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Thu May 16, 2013

WEAU-TV Eau Claire

Family Planning Clinic hosts open house

It was a chance to take a look at the newly remodeled Family Planning Clinic Thursday afternoon in Eau Claire.

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