I-94 construction project starts in March

Aidan Sanfelippo, The Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire, Wis.
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Feb. 29—EAU CLAIRE — Poor conditions of pavement and two aging bridges on the I-94 in Eau Claire County will be worked on until the project's planned completion in 2026.

The stretch of I-94 west of the US 53 interchange in the City of Eau Claire to Mallard Road in the Town of Clear Creek will be worked on starting March 4.

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