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How to be safe while having a good time
Wisconsin is the most beer-obsessed state and as Oktoberfest kicks the party into high gear, thousands of revelers will fill the streets of La Crosse.
La Crosse mailing absentee ballots ahead of November election
The city of La Crosse has started to mail out absentee ballots for the Nov. 3 general election.
Two people injured in single-vehicle crash in Arcadia
Two people were injured in a single-vehicle crash Sunday evening in the town of Arcadia.
Wisconsin Originals: Kenosha's Alan Ameche set standard for greatness as first Wisconsin Heisman winner
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Wisconsin Originals: Epic Systems’ Judy Faulkner has reshaped healthcare
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Wisconsin Originals: Danica Patrick, first woman to win an IndyCar event
Danica Patrick, a Beloit native, challenged stereotypes while achieving success and setting precedents on the highest levels of motorsports.
Wisconsin Originals: Rufus Dawes commanded 6th Wisconsin at Gettysburg
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Wisconsin Originals: Craig Culver served up Midwestern classics to the nation
What started with a single store along Sauk City’s main drag has become a national company with more than 1,000 locations in 26 states.
Wisconsin Originals: Milwaukee native Bud Selig returned MLB to Wisconsin
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Chippewa Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s set for Sept. 26
The Alzheimer’s Association will hold its Chippewa Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 26 at UW-Eau Claire’s lower campus, 105 Garfield Ave.
The Way It Was: Tapping of the Golden Keg 1963
Festmaster Ray Ping tapped the Golden Keg on the afternoon of Wednesday, Oct. 3, 1963, to open the city’s third annual Oktoberfest. Marilyn Otto, Miss Oktoberfest 1962, helped him pass out cups of beer to attendees. The Tribune described a…
‘Peace, Love & Oktoberfest’: Kathy Van Kirk-Przywojski is the 2026 Mrs. Oktoberfest
When Kathy Van Kirk-Przywojski found out she was the 2026 Mrs. Oktoberfest, she thought she was in trouble. Big trouble.
Wisconsin Civil War hero Hans Christian Heg fell at Chickamauga on this day in 1863
“The State has sent no braver soldier, and no truer patriot to aid in this mighty struggle for national unity, than Hans Christian Heg.”
More than a song: UW-L senior Jenna Martin is 2026 Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest
If Jenna Martin gets her way, every student will have access to music education — regardless of financial barriers. And the new Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest is already on her way to make that happen.
Belleville ordinance would ban cookie-cutter homes
Belleville’s growth in the last six years has resulted in scores of new homes that look like they’ve been copied and pasted in place.
Oktoberfest medallion found after four clues
The Oktoberfest medallion has been found after just four clues.
Monsignor Daniel J. Seiker named executive director of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe
The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Catholic Diocese of Lincoln jointly announced Friday that Msgr.. Daniel J. Seiker, a priest of the Diocese of Lincoln, has been appointed executive director of the Shrine of Our Lady of…
Lawmakers call for moratorium, extended community feedback period on transmission lines
A growing chorus of bipartisan opposition is threatening a pair of proposed transmission lines in southern Wisconsin.
8 of 9 ethics complaints dismissed against Monroe Co. sheriff, staff
The Monroe County Ethics Board unanimously declined to take action on eight of nine ethics complaints filed against sheriff’s office staff, including Sheriff Wes Revels, Chief Deputy Chris Weaver, Lt. Ryan Hallman and Sgt. Rylan Corcoran.




