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Fire damages town of Onalaska home, no injuries reported
A home in the town of Onalaska sustained significant damage in a fire Sunday.
La Crosse Boys & Girls Club readies $14M workplace readiness center
Brian Fukuda believes there's nothing wrong with boys and girls contemplating their future employment aspirations.
Historical Society's Enduring Families Project to perform at Holmen Library
The La Crosse County Historical Society's Enduring Families Project will perform at the Holmen Library on Wednesday, Mar. 12 at 1 p.m. The project aims to share the stories of African American settlers in the Driftless region throughout the 19th…
Presentation offers ways to manage invasive plants in the Driftless Area
Ecologist Matt Wallrath of the Wisconsin First Detector Network will present on the impacts of invasive species on the Driftless Area at a free event on March 24. Wallrath will discuss the importance of removing invasive species to allow native…
Winona police officer taken to hospital after suspected opioid exposure during death investigation
A Winona police officer was brought to Winona Health after being exposed to narcotics and experiencing a potential overdose during an investigation into the death of an 82-year-old man.
Foundation forms to honor legacy of murdered Winona resident Madeline Kingsbury
The Madeline Kingsbury Foundation, established in memory of Winona resident Madeline Kingsbury, is a nonprofit organization focused on domestic violence and sexual assault.
U.S. Championship Cheese Contest opens amid federal grant funding freezes and tariffs
The U.S. Championship Cheese Contest kicked off Tuesday in Ashwaubenon but there is worry about growth in the industry due to frozen federal grants.
Land donated to Kickapoo Valley Reserve
Mississippi Valley Conservancy acquires 17-acre Kickapoo River property, transferring ownership to Kickapoo Valley Reserve.
La Crosse Public Library to be closed Friday for water work
The La Crosse Public Library Main Branch, 800 Main St., will be closed all day on Friday, March 7, to accommodate the installation of new water gate valves in the building. This upgrade is necessary to ensure compliance with city…
La Crosse Polar Plunge raises more than $75K for Special Olympics
Connor Davis stood in a heated tent at Black River Beach as he prepared to become “the coldest I’ve ever been.”
Onalaska fire victim identified
The Onalaska Fire Department has released the name of the person who died in a residential fire Wednesday at 2428 Franklin St.
House fire claims one life in Onalaska
One fatality has been confirmed as a result of a residential house fire Wednesday in Onalaska.
Black River Falls man killed in Trempealeau County crash
A 45-year-old Black River Falls man has been identified as the driver who died in a crash in Trempealeau County this week.
Scammers steal life savings from Chippewa County retired couple
A Bloomer couple lost everything to scammers who hit multiple times, using AI to modify their voices over the phone to mimic their daughter’s voice asking for help.
La Crosse SOUP returns to Rivoli Theatre on Feb. 27
La Crosse SOUP, a community-driven micro-granting event, will take place from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Rivoli Theatre. This grassroots initiative fosters local development through crowdfunding, creativity, collaboration and trust, allowing community members to support projects…
Celtic stories, song at Pump House on March 15
Get on your green or orange! St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and with it the Bluff Country Tale Spinners’ Celtic Stories and Song.
Protect trails from damage during thaw
La Crosse Parks, Recreation and Forestry would like to remind all trail users to be mindful of soft and muddy trail conditions caused by the freeze-thaw cycle. As temperatures fluctuate, trails become highly susceptible to damage, and excessive foot or…
Chronic wasting disease found in Eau Claire County deer, new baiting bans issued
A farm-raised deer in Eau Claire County tested positive for chronic wasting disease according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources on Tuesday.
Several area fire departments respond to Holmen barn fire
A barn fire in rural Holmen, Wisconsin, was a total loss. The cause remains under investigation.
Man found dead after overnight crash in Trempealeau County
A man was found dead Tuesday morning after an overnight crash in Trempealeau County.