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Horicon Refuge whooping crane's bird flu death is historical first

Mon, 09/29/2025 - 12:45pm
Ducky, who had been staying at the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge in anticipation of releasing her into the wild, was the first whooping crane to die from the H5N1 virus.

Nine injured in Galesville head-on crash Friday evening

Sun, 09/28/2025 - 1:00pm
Nine people injured in a head-on collision outside of Galesville Friday evening. Both vehicles involved had passengers treated for non-life threatening injuries.

UPDATE: Power restored to most businesses after outage affects area near Valley View Mall

Fri, 09/26/2025 - 1:45pm
Power outage affects over 1,300 Xcel customers near Valley View Mall in Onalaska. Xcel Energy is working to restore power.

La Crosse County Hwy. FO to have shoulder widened Oct. 6-21

Fri, 09/26/2025 - 5:30am
The La Crosse County Highway Department said it is planning to widen the shoulder along Hwy. FO from Monday, Oct. 6, through Tuesday, Oct. 21.

From the Tribune files: Mayor seeks to raise drinking age to 21 after 'mob scene' at 1966 Oktoberfest

Thu, 09/25/2025 - 2:15pm
In 1966, Oktoberfest in La Crosse faced challenges with crowd control and law enforcement, leading to calls for raising the legal drinking age.

Center stage: 2025 Oktoberfest festmaster is Brent Smith

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 9:00pm
For decades, Brent Smith has worked to help grow and expand the La Crosse Center. As the current president of its board of directors, Smith has made it the region’s go-to event center.

Suicide prevention training offered Monday

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 5:30am
"Question, Persuade, Refer Gatekeeper Training" is a one-hour suicide prevention course that teaches simple steps to help save a life from suicide. People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis, how to offer…

St. Peter's Church to celebrate 150 years in Chaseburg

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 5:30am
On Sunday, Aug. 10, the congregation of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church-Chaseburg will gathere together with friends, family and guests to celebrate it 150 years in Chaseburg. The church will mark the occasion with a service and a commemorative catered…

St. Peter's Church to celebrate 150 years in Chaseburg (copy)

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 5:30am
On Sunday, Aug. 10, the congregation of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church-Chaseburg will gathere together to celebrate it 150 years in Chaseburg. The church will mark the occasion with a service and a commemorative catered dinner to highlight its rich…

Injured driver walks home after crashing vehicle in Buffalo County

Tue, 09/23/2025 - 1:00pm
Man injured in car crash in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, walks home and goes to sleep without notifying authorities. Law enforcement issues citations.

Fog blamed as vehicle crashes into Buffalo River in Trempealeau County

Tue, 09/23/2025 - 1:00pm
Vehicle crashes into Buffalo River in Trempealeau County due to heavy fog. No injuries reported.

WisDOT seeks public input on proposed Highway 80 and 33 improvements in Vernon County

Tue, 09/23/2025 - 10:45am
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is holding a public involvement meeting to discuss the proposed pavement replacement on State Highway 80 and 33 in Vernon County, scheduled for 2028 and 2029.

Two seriously injured in Buffalo County crash

Tue, 09/23/2025 - 10:00am
Two seriously injured in a crash in Buffalo County. Factors include alcohol, speed, and no seatbelts. I-Phone crash detection alerted authorities.

Dark La Crosse Stories wins governor's award for innovation in archiving

Mon, 09/22/2025 - 2:15pm
La Crosse Public Library's Dark La Crosse Stories podcast series receives award for archival innovation in preserving Wisconsin's history.

Lowest gas prices in Coulee Region at $286 per gallon

Mon, 09/22/2025 - 9:00am
Average gasoline prices in Wisconsin have risen 0.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.89 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy's survey of 3,112 stations in Wisconsin.

THE WAY IT WAS: Oktoberfest Parade, 1964

Mon, 09/22/2025 - 5:45am
In 1964, the La Crosse Tribune reported that 210,000 people crowded along La Crosse streets to watch the Oktoberfest Parade; the largest crowd for the event up to that point. Here you can see the crowd filling up the public…

‘Intentional living. Rooted in joy’: Michelle Skemp is 2025 Mrs. Oktoberfest

Sat, 09/20/2025 - 9:00pm
It suddenly became a week of “I dos” for Michelle Skemp. In April, three days before her daughter’s wedding, longtime friend Sue Weidemann asked for a “favor.” Distracted with wedding preparations, Skemp agreed to drop off some music and brainstorm…

Repairs to two bridges will cause lane closures on I-90 near Ridgeway

Thu, 09/18/2025 - 2:00pm
Repairs at bridges in Winona County will cause lane closure on I-90 starting Sept. 22. Motorists advised to use left lane. Repairs expected to be finished by Oct. 1.

Identity of Lewiston man killed in fatal crash near Wyattville released

Thu, 09/18/2025 - 12:45pm
Driver identified in fatal single-vehicle crash near Wyattville.

New marching orders: Servant leaders Erin Goggin, Andy Brannon selected as 2025 Oktoberfest parade marshals

Wed, 09/17/2025 - 6:00pm
A native North Sider credited for helping to save the Harry J. Olsen Senior Center and a longtime community servant who helped shepherd construction of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the establishment of Rotary Lights will lead…

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