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As loon numbers drop significantly, one town celebrates the birds and their sound
A nearly three-decade study of loons in northern Wisconsin has shown that, since 1993, adult loon populations have declined by 22%.
Holmen Knights Kornfest Fun Run set for Saturday
The Holmen Knights of Columbus Council 9385 Kornfest Fun Run, which has been held since 1986, will take place Saturday morning, Aug. 17. This year is a Super Hero Theme, so wear a costume.
THE WAY IT WAS: La Crosse Campus School, 1920
The La Crosse Campus School opened in 1909 alongside the La Crosse State Normal School, now the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The Campus School was a place for children in La Crosse to receive a quality education while student teachers…
“Mississippi Speed Record: An Epic Adventure” Wisconsin premiere to be hosted by Mississippi Valley Conservancy at The Rivoli Theatre
The public is invited Aug. 15 to the Rivoli by the Mississippi Valley Conservancy to embark on an epic journey with four adventurous spirits as they undertake the ultimate test of endurance and determination. “Mississippi Speed Record: An Epic Adventure”…
Holmen Knights to serve Kornfest breakfast Sunday, Aug. 18; funds go to boy fighting cancer
The Holmen Knights of Columbus Council 9385 is back for 2024, putting on its annual Kornfest Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon Sunday, Aug. 18. The breakfast will be at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, right…
Coulee Region Humane Society’s annual Adoptathon set
The Coulee Region Humane Society will have its 20th annual Adoptathon the week of Aug. 12-18. There will be open viewing of animals from 1 to 4 p.m. every day along with $20 adoption fees on all available animals (kittens…
La Crosse County Sheriff's Office hosts National Night Out at Greenfield Town Park
Hope is a police dog, but she doesn’t sniff drugs.
Holmen High School conducts reunification drill in case of evacuation
When a school faces an evacuation scenario, one of the top priorities is reuniting children with their parents.
Coulee Con celebrates 10 years with Aug. 16-18 event
The gaming convention, Coulee Con, returns Friday, Aug. 16, through Sunday, Aug. 18, at the La Crosse Center, marking the event's 10th year.
Frac sand businesses in Driftless Region split neighbors' attitudes
Discover the story of Gloria Schultz, who bought a home near a frac sand mine, only to find it damaged by blasting and air pollution.
La Crosse area building permits
Here are recent La Crosse area building permits.
La Crosse's Seventh Street boat launch to be closed this week
Seventh Street boat launch closed
Governor appoints Lukas Steiner as Crawford County Circuit Court judge
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced last week his appointment of Lukas Steiner to the Crawford County Circuit Court. The appointment fills a vacancy created by Judge Lynn M. Rider’s retirement. Steiner will complete a term ending July 31, 2025.
WAY IT WAS: La Crosse Interstate Fairgrounds, 1925
In 1885, the city of La Crosse purchased 20 acres of land bordering the north side of Campbell Road to become the site of the county fairgrounds. The La Crosse Interstate Fair would be held there from 1890 until 1957,…
2 injured in Trempealeau County accident
The Trempealeau County Sheriff's Office responded at 4:34 p.m. Sunday to a one-vehicle crash with injuries near Hwy. 53 and Bye Nelson Road in the town of Hale.
Space shuttle replica in Viroqua delights CMN Hospitals Hero
Andrew Bell, a 14-year-old with a love of space and NASA, had the opportunity to meet former astronaut Mark Lee at Nelson Agri-Center Ace Hardware in Viroqua.
100 years of cream puffs and we still can't get enough
The Cream Puff Pavilion at the Wisconsin State Fair is getting a $12.5 million upgrade and this year — and there are new flavors.
Two years after seeing its first patients, Rotary Mobile Clinic continues to offer medical services to underserved
St. Clare Health Mission is celebrating the second anniversary of providing free and accessible healthcare to the underserved and uninsured folks within the La Crosse region. The Rotary Mobile Clinic has provided over 1,140 patient visits, made possible through volunteer…
Nominations sought for Rising Stars Under 40
For the ninth straight year, 7 Rivers Alliance is partnering with River Valley Media Group for its Rising Stars Under 40 event.
Free pickleball clinic Aug. 5 in La Crosse
The AARP Pickleball Clinic Tour is coming to La Crosse. The clinics will consist of 60-minute on-court guided sessions with licensed instructors and focus on warm up, basic technique, skills building, and game play for players of all levels. Registration…
