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Family identifies third child who died in Geneva Lake storm; honors her with legacy fund
The family plans to create a legacy fund for children who might not be able to afford sports, or for children who wish to adopt rescue animals.
‘A few stab wounds won’t keep me down’: After attack, La Crosse mother holds onto hope
In the moments after Michaela Clancy was stabbed, only one thought went through her mind: not dropping the one-year-old girl held tightly in her other arm.
700 and 800 blocks of Cliffwood Lane closed for water repairs
The 700 and 800 blocks of Cliffwood Lane will be temporarily closed until Thursday afternoon due to water utility crews repairing a main break on the 800 block.
Mostly forgotten cistern rediscovered during La Crosse street project
A capped cistern dating back to 1887 was discovered during road construction on King Street in La Crosse and is now being filled.
New wing testing on ultralight a factor in fatal Winona plane crash
An experienced ultralight pilot from Winona died last month while testing a new wing on his ultralight trike.
Family honors children who drown after storm hit Geneva Lake with charity drive
Caleb Oswald, 6, and Abigail Oswald, 7, of Wheaton, Illinois, were two of the three fatalities following a boating accident on Geneva Lake during the severe storm.
Viroqua mayor, Skylighters apologize for simulated rifle fire at fireworks display
Concerns were raised by community members when a Jeep with a simulated .50-caliber automatic rifle mounted to the roof drove on the Vernon County Fairgrounds track and fired prior to the start of Fourth of July fireworks in Viroqua.
Chippewa County residents invited to attend FEMA flood map open house
FEMA and Chippewa County officials invite residents to join the open house in Chippewa Falls or via Zoom on Wednesday, July 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. to learn about flood risk and flood insurance after the release of preliminary…
Local businesses offer support to residents post-storm
It all started with Stinebrink’s Piggly Wiggly, the parking lot where the emergency crews were staging.
The Way It Was: ‘Welcome Home’ Parade on Main Street, 1991
A group of veterans of the Vietnam War walk down Main Street with a banner showing support for returning veterans of the Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm in La Crosse’s “Welcome Home” military parade on July 4, 1991. The…
Stories for Good: Creating change through self-advocacy
Home and Community Options believes that every person deserves the opportunity to be heard, valued and included in their community. For many of the individuals supported by HCO, self-advocacy has become one of the most meaningful ways they share their…
‘Only a matter of time’: Will La Crosse cyclist's death be the last?
Tarianna Thompson had just dropped off her daughter at daycare when the crash happened.
‘An average year is a bad year’: Tick activity surged early in Wisconsin
Tick season in Wisconsin started early this year due to the warm weather, with this year's tick bite-associated emergency department visits reaching higher numbers earlier than those previously recorded in the past five years. However, according to Wisconsin DHS staff,…
What to do if bitten by a tick and ways to prevent them
As tick activity increases during the summer months, it is important to know how to prevent tick bites and what to do if bitten.
UW-Madison Extension hosting beef cow-calf workshop
UW-Madison Extension will host a beef cow-calf workshop Tuesday, July 28, at 6 p.m. at Starck Century Farm near Cadott.
Wisconsin Originals: Spencer Tracy got his start in acting at Ripon College
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
UW-Madison Extension hosting Cattle Feeders Field Day in Menomonie
UW-Madison Extension will host a Cattle Feeders Field Day Tuesday, Aug. 4, offering practical strategies to improve cattle finishing operations during a time of strong cattle markets and tight production margins.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial unveiling set for July 2 Altoona
The Chippewa Valley Veterans Tribute Foundation invites the community to an evening of patriotism, reflection and celebration as they host a patriotic sing-along and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial unveiling. The event will take place Thursday, July 2, from 6 to…
Madison teen drowns at Sandy Beach Park in Lake Mills
The incident remains under investigation, Lake Mills police said.




