Eau Claire, Wis. – Governor Walker will be highlighting tourism spending numbers for Eau Claire County and the state of Wisconsin today at 2pm. This will take place at Visit Eau Claire. Eau Claire is one out of four Wisconsin destinations Governor Walker will be visiting this week as part of National Tourism Week.

The Governor will speak on Wisconsin's $19.3 billion tourism industry. Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary, Stephanie Klett, will also be attending.

The public is encouraged to come out and join the Eau Claire Crew for the "mEAU Launch Party" at Visit Eau Claire from 1:30PM - 3PM. There will be live music and fun giveaways.

Businesses will have the opportunity to win a free 2 hour mEAU/Eau Claire Crew appearance, a free marketing package, or a free Kubb set! Everyone who attends this event will also receive a free Eau Claire Crew t-shirt (while supplies last).

For more information, contact Jolie LyFoung at (715) 559-9761.

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