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Historic steam locomotive to return to Mid-Continent Railway Museum
"There's a lot of excitement," Andy Spinelli, president of the museum, said this week. "We still have a lot of work to do, but it’s huge and monumental."
County Connection: Free lead testing for children in La Crosse
La Crosse County public health nurses intervened in 14 cases of childhood lead poisoning last year, underscoring an ongoing public health concern. The department is working to raise awareness and encourage more families to take advantage of free lead testing…
Oktoberfest button design contest deadline Feb. 27
Oktoberfest USA announces their 2025 button design contest is underway. Submissions will be accepted until 4 p.m. Feb. 27. The contest is a tradition that dates to the start of Oktoberfest in 1961. For the 64th year, the theme is…
Here's where in Wisconsin Joann is closing its fabric and craft stores
In a bankruptcy filing this week, the company said it would close about 500 of its more than 800 stores, including 16 in Wisconsin.
Powerball lottery ticket worth $1M sold at La Crosse Festival Foods
A $1 million Powerball ticket was sold at a Festival Foods location in La Crosse, Wisconsin, making the purchaser a millionaire overnight. The ticket matched all five numbers, but not the Powerball, making it the biggest Powerball winner of the…
Snow barely cooperates for this year's American Birkebeiner ski race in northern Wisconsin
Unlike last year, when the race was shortened due to a lack of snow, next week's race will have its traditional finish in downtown Hayward.
UPDATE: Winonans remember Fastenal founder, Winona philanthropist Bob Kierlin
Bob Kierlin, the founder of Fastenal, has died at 85.
Vernon County Barn Quilt Trail takes off with Coon Valley Star quilt
A barn quilt has been hung on the Erickson building in Coon Valley, Wisconsin, marking the beginning of the Vernon County Barn Quilt Trail.
Viroqua Fire Department responds to two rural fires Friday
On February 7, the Viroqua Fire Department in Wisconsin responded to two separate fires.
THE WAY IT WAS: “Lovers Lane” in Stoddard, ca. 1917
A walking path alongside Main Street in Stoddard, later designated as the “Great River Road,” was named "Lovers Lane." In the distance, looking north, is the very prominent bluff still rising above Stoddard. In other sources, this is named “Rattle…
Here's your look at content planned for Saturday's La Crosse Tribune
Due to ongoing technical issues, the Saturday print and digital e-edition of the La Crosse Tribune could not be produced Friday.
Habitat for Humanity to host Women Build in Stoddard, La Crosse
Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region is inviting women to participate in the Women Build program, a three-day volunteer opportunity to help build homes for local families. This year, Women Build will take place on March 13,…
Here's your look at content planned for Friday's La Crosse Tribune digital E-edition
Due to technical issues, the Friday digital e-edition of the La Crosse Tribune could not be produced Thursday.
Free weekend Feb. 15-16 for Wisconsinites at the International Owl Center
HOUSTON -- Residents of Trempealeau, Vernon and La Crosse counties, including college students, are specially invited to visit the International Owl Center for free Feb. 15-16. The Owl Center is located in Houston just 30 minutes west of La Crosse…
Frozen River Film Festival premieres its own short film to celebrate 20th year
The Frozen River Film Festival is premiering its own short film, "Beneath the Ice: The Frozen River Film Festival Story," as part of its 20th annual event, which will showcase a wide array of films from around the world and…
Here's your look at content planned for Thursday's La Crosse Tribune
Due to ongoing technical issues, the Thursday print and digital e-edition of the La Crosse Tribune could not be produced Wednesday.
Here's your look at content planned for Wednesday's La Crosse Tribune digital E-edition
Due to technical issues, the Wednesday digital e-edition of the La Crosse Tribune could not be produced Tuesday.
Here's your look at content planned for Tuesday's La Crosse Tribune
Due to technical issues, the Tuesday print and digital e-edition of the La Crosse Tribune could not be produced Monday.
Habitat for Humanity accepting applications for homeownership in Hillsboro, La Crosse
Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region is now accepting applications for five available homes in La Crosse and Hillsboro.
