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Freedom Honor Flight fundraiser April 18 in Holmen

Tue, 03/31/2026 - 7:20am
The Holmen Knights of Columbus are hosting a “March to the Cross” fundraiser Saturday, April 18, to assist the Freedom Honor Flight as a gesture of thanks to those who have served the nation. The flight takes area veterans to…

How to prevent lithium ion battery fires

Tue, 03/31/2026 - 5:00am
Between January 1, 2012 to July 24, 2017, the Consumer Product Safety Commission reported there were 25,000 incidents of lithium-ion batteries overheating or creating fire hazards involving more than 400 consumer products.

Wisconsin DNR shares tips on young animal encounters

Tue, 03/31/2026 - 5:00am
As warmer weather approaches, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public that wild animals and their young will be on the move across the state.

Missing 72-year-old woman last seen in Winona, police seek public's help

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 1:20pm
The Winona Police Department is asking for the public’s help to find a 72-year-old woman last seen March 15.

2 households displaced after lithium ion battery causes fire on Far East Side

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 8:10am
Fire crews were sent to the 2400 block Independence Lane early Saturday after a resident heard a popping sound and saw smoke from a small rechargeable appliance.

Over 70 townhomes proposed for River Point Park in La Crosse

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 5:20am
Five months after a developer backed out of mixed-use projects on the River Point District’s north side, the abandoned lots have been slated to host 73 townhomes.

Medical cannabis offers relief for some, but risks remain

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 5:15am
As legalized cannabis brings a whole new industry to Minnesota, it also might bring new health benefits and risks.

La Crosse officials present early plans for new River Point Park

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 5:10am
The city just released its ideas for the future of River Point Park.

Wisconsin Room inside Hotel Stoddard, c. 1930s

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 4:30am
When Prohibition was repealed in 1933, the Stoddard Hotel happened to be just finishing up a renovation project. It reopened in 1935, debuting a new cocktail lounge called the Wisconsin Room. The 30-foot Art Moderne bar pictured here was the…

Second man injured in explosion at NaturPak plant in Janesville dies in hospital

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 6:45am
The incident remains under investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Janesville police, and the Rock County Medical Examiner’s Department.

Where are La Crosse’s Flock cameras, and what did they cost?

Fri, 03/27/2026 - 7:00am
The La Crosse Police Department owns eight Flock cameras, an AI-powered police surveillance tool that has recently come under statewide scrutiny.

La Crosse County’s property tax rates remain steady

Fri, 03/27/2026 - 6:30am
Many La Crosse County property owners are halfway through their two-installment property tax payments.

Stories for Good: IMPACT Center provides opportunities for Winona’s youth

Fri, 03/27/2026 - 5:30am
Each afternoon in downtown Winona, local youth walk through the doors of the IMPACT Center looking for a safe place to learn, grow and belong.

UTV crash in Strum results in injury, alcohol suspected

Fri, 03/27/2026 - 5:00am
A person was injured Monday in a utility terrain vehicle crash in the village of Strum.

Patriot Palooza welcomes community to support veterans

Fri, 03/27/2026 - 5:00am
The community is invited to come together for the third annual Patriot Palooza on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 40 E. Newton St., Rice Lake. This family-friendly event is open to the…

Danna Fruetel is VIVA Gallery’s April guest artist

Fri, 03/27/2026 - 4:30am
From April 2 to May 5, stop by VIVA Gallery in Viroqua and enjoy the work of scratchboard artist Danna Fruetel.

Calley Bortz to step down as Lewiston police chief

Thu, 03/26/2026 - 7:15am
Lewiston chief of police Calley Bortz announced her resignation Monday.

Man injured in explosion at NaturPak plant in Janesville dies in hospital

Thu, 03/26/2026 - 7:10am
The man died Sunday, but his death after the explosion March 18 at the NaturPak plant in Janesville was not reported until Wednesday.

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