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Folks in Eau Claire will be able to catch-up on some reading while waiting for their socks to dry.  The L.E. Phillips Library this week announced plans for what are being called laundromat libraries.  The idea is to bring books, particularly for kids, to where people are.  The Library’s Jerissa Koenig says the hope is that families will read together.  The Pinehurst Laundromat on North Hastings is one of the first laundromats to join the new partnership.

Cities and towns across Wisconsin are coming together for the second annual “Be Active” Wisconsin Community Fitness Challenge. Everyone is welcome! People of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in a virtual challenge to promote active lifestyles, connect people to the outdoors by encouraging use of our parks and trail systems, and engage Wisconsin communities in a friendly competition! The goal for registered participants is to log as many active minutes as possible each week during the month

Eau Claire Police Arrest Man for Arson and Attempted Homicide. It was on January 21st just after midnight when Eau Claire Police and Eau Claire Fire responded to the 700 block of Hobart Street for a structure fire.  When officers arrived, they found the house on fire and residents informed them everyone inside had been evacuated.  Initial witness statements revealed the fire was started intentionally. The suspect was identified as 41 year old Thomas T. Hicks. Responding officers observed Hicks’

A small central Wisconsin town is asking for help finding stolen street signs.  The Town of Rib Falls says around 20 street signs were stolen over the weekend.  The town says it will cost about two-thousand dollars to replace them.  The town is asking anyone who sees any of the stolen signs to reach out.

A reward is being offered to find a man accused of exposing himself at a business in Manitowoc.  Police say the man exposed himself to someone at an unnamed business back on January 10th.  A picture of the suspect is posted on the Manitowoc Police Department Facebook page.  Information that leads to an arrest could result in a 750-dollar reward.

On January 25th, 2022 at approximately 9:57 a.m. the Wisconsin State Patrol responded to a two-vehicle crash with injuries in Bayfield County on US 2 at Crooked Lake Road. Preliminary evidence indicates a pickup truck was traveling westbound on US 2 when the driver lost control. The pickup crossed the centerline, then struck an eastbound semi-tractor trailer. The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. Road conditions were a contributing factor. The crash remains under investigation by the Wisconsin State

As the cold snap continues here in our area the community warms up. Eau Claire Transit recently announced that there will be no fare required to ride the bus on Tuesday January 25th and Wednesday, January 26th 2022. The mask requirement remains in place and passengers are reminded to maintain physical distance as much as possible while on the bus. CLICK FOR MORE INFO ON LOCAL TRANSIT.

A new flavor has been crowned in a recent contest! The winning flavor, Haystack, features vanilla ice cream with layers of peanuts, caramel and crunch candies. For complete descriptions of the winning entry and the finalists YOU CAN CLICK HERE. “The most exciting part of the contest is the winning flavor will be available through Cedar Crest this summer.” -Brenda scheider According to Brenda Scheider, Executive Director of the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation, the contest is a great opportunity for 4-H youth

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner identifies the six people who were shot to death in a Milwaukee home over the weekend.  They are Charles Hardy, Caleb Jordan, Javoni Liddell, Donta Williams, Michelle Williams, and Donald Smith.  The victims range from 23 to 49-years-old.  Police say the six were killed Sunday at a home on the north side.  No arrests have been made and a motive is still unclear.

On January 24, 2022, Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department was dispatched for smoke coming from a trailer at Frey Court. At the time, it was unknown if the occupant was out of the structure. Responders on scene were met with thick, black smoke was coming from the structure. An immediate attempt was made to check for occupants, but then they had to back out due to the smoke conditions. Within 2 minutes of entry, the fire was knocked down and