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Bahrs to be enthroned as Mardi Gras royalty
Jason and Kelley Bahr were chosen as the 2025 Rex and Queen for the 2025 La Crosse Mardi Gras. The current Rex and Queen Phil and Shannon Klar will hand over "Joe Cane" at the Masquarade Ball on Feb. 8,…
Home destroyed in early morning Galesville fire
Galesville Area Fire Department responds to home fire, smoke detectors alert occupants. Home and contents deemed total loss.
CWD confirmed for first time in Chippewa County wild deer, public meeting set
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the first case of chronic wasting disease in a wild deer in Chippewa County.
Free fishing weekend in Wisconsin is Jan. 18-19
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resourcesis hosting a free fishing weekend Jan. 18-19 to share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. Anglers of all ages can wet a line in any Wisconsin waters open to fishing without…
Holmen land donation expands potential YMCA development
The La Crosse Area YMCA has received a generous land donation valued at $1.5 million from Thorud Development LLC, expanding the potential YMCA development in Holmen from nearly 6 acres to 9 acres.
Holcombe man rescued after falling through ice on UTV in Lake Holcombe
A Holcombe man was rescued Monday after he and his UTV fell through ice in the town of Lake Holcombe.
Rotary lights volunteers pack up and recycle hundreds of lights
On a chilly afternoon at Riverside Park, tightly wound bundles of Christmas lights covered the ground of a warming tent as volunteers diligently sorted the piles of string lights used to light up the park for the annual Rotary Lights…
Fire displaces 8 in Atlantic City as snow falls
The Atlantic City Fire Department responded to a fire in the 2300 block of Atlantic Avenue early Monday, as the snow began to fall.
Kickapoo Valley Reserve to host 24th annual Winter Festival
The Kickapoo Valley Reserve is hosting the 24th annual Winter Festival on January 11, featuring activities for all ages, including guided hikes, a mutt fun run, horse-drawn wagon rides, and hiking with llamas.
All Cape May senior centers to close Monday: Closings
South Jersey is expected to get a pair of snowstorms Friday night and Monday.
Formerly incarcerated find ‘pivotal’ work opportunities at La Crosse Pizza Ranch
Tristen Landers, owner-operator of Pizza Ranch in La Crosse, has created a safe and supportive environment for formerly incarcerated people and those in recovery. After being incarcerated and struggling with addiction, Landers found a job at Pizza Ranch and worked…
Want to be the next Alice in Dairyland? Here’s how to apply
Know someone who would be a great Alice in Dairyland? Applications are open now for the position of 78th Alice in Dairyland which is geared toward individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture.
Here are 17 local bookstores in southern Wisconsin that offer a hands-on experience
The Viroqua tobacco warehouse now owned by Eddy Nix was one of many that once dotted the hills of Viroqua a century ago.
Some Atlantic City polar plungers stay in until ordered out, call it 'therapy'
Polar plungers stayed in for as long as 15 minutes during the annual New Year's Day Atlantic City dip in the ocean, which benefits a local cancer support group.
La Crosse Tribune reporter Steve Rundio's favorite stories of 2024
My main beat at the La Crosse Tribune is public safety, but this list doesn't feature any high-profile crimes or trials. Except for one, my favorite stories of 2024 involved subjects far outside the courtroom.
La Crosse Tribune reporter Gavin Michaelson's favorite stories of 2024
La Crosse Tribune reporter Gavin Michaelson has covered a wide range of stories, including campaign trail visits, local business, arts and culture, and more. Here are his five favorite stories this year.
Chad Dull named CEO of La Crosse Area Community Foundation
Chad Dull has been appointed as the new CEO of the La Crosse Area Community Foundation, replacing Jamie Schloegel.
Gays Mills man injured in single-vehicle crash in rural Viroqua
A rural Gays Mills man was injured in a single-vehicle crash in the town of Franklin, rural Viroqua.
Onalaska-based Little Heart Project to be featured on PBS 'Wisconsin Life' program
Kathleen Jensen, founder of The Little Heart Project, is set to be featured on PBS's Wisconsin Life in the first episode of the new year. The project involves crocheting hearts with notes of encouragement attached, which are left in public…
