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Two named interim directors of La Crosse's LGBT center
A pair of dedicated volunteers will step into the shoes soon to be left empty by Jackson Jantzen, whose last day as executive director of The Center: Seven Rivers LGBTQ Connection will be Friday.
Former Neon members to share band shell stage in Holmen
Two former members of Neon are ready to shine Sunday as part of the summer band shell concert series at Holmen’s Halfway Creek Park.
Carson & Barnes Circus in Sparta June 23
SPARTA — The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce is selling tickets for the Carson & Barnes Circus, which perform at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23, at 111 Milwaukee St. in Sparta.
More questions on how Wisconsin will protect lakes, drinking water
MADISON — After years of complaints about tainted drinking water and weed-choked waterways, proposals for tighter state restrictions on industrial-scale dairy operations are in the works, the Department of Natural Resources disclosed in a letter appended to a 124-page audit…
Canoeists rescued after boat caught on tree in La Crosse River
La Crosse firefighters rescued three canoeists Wednesday afternoon on the La Crosse River.
Jury clears defendant of dog molestation charges
An Onalaska man accused of molesting a co-worker’s golden retriever was convicted Wednesday of trespassing and disorderly conduct but acquitted of more serious charges.
Old Country Buffet equipment, decor up for online auction
Members of the general public will be able to join restaurateurs and other buyers in online bidding for Onalaska Old Country Buffet equipment. The restaurant closed without warning Tuesday.
Mike Tighe: Acronyms amok promote FUD, IMHO
Acronyms bring out my acrimonious side because, well, they’re so confusing that they don’t make me LOL.
More than a 140 clown around at Viterbo camp
The art of clowning is on full display at Viterbo University.
La Crosse man sentenced for attempting to hire 15-year-old for prostitution
WINONA, Minn. — A retired La Crosse funeral director will serve 10 years of probation and pay a $1,000 fine for attempting to hire a 15-year-old girl for sex.
La Crosse County Circuit Court felonies
The following appeared in La Crosse County Circuit Court:
Rainfall breaks 136-year-old record
La Crosse was home to a mere 14,505 souls when the city endured a record rainfall of 1.59 inches in 1880, a mark that stood for 136 years — until a 1.92-inch gully washer Tuesday night took over the top…
Off-duty La Crosse cop arrested for OWI after hit-and-run
La Crosse police officer James Gegenfurtner was arrested Tuesday afternoon after a hit-and-run in the village of Holmen.
UW-L alum advances in 'Ninja Warrior' competition
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse graduate Drew Knapp proved his muscular mettle on “American Ninja Warrior,” punctuating his performance with a celebratory handstand at the top of the 14½-foot warped wall that ends the course.
Suspected dealer busted days before drug court graduation
A La Crosse man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of dealing drugs from his apartment — two days before he was set to graduate from a drug diversion program.
Kind's dairy plan calls for immigration overhaul, global trade
U.S. Rep. Ron Kind has issued a plan to boost Wisconsin's flagging dairy industry that highlights his stances on two highly charged issues: immigration policy and global trade.
Winona County considers half-cent sales tax to fund road repairs
WINONA, Minn. — With little movement on transportation funding at the state level, Winona County commissioners took their own step forward Tuesday to find revenue.
Record rainfall hits La Crosse area
The Coulee Region is drying out today after nearly 2 inches of rain fell in a hurry Tuesday night.
Riverfest Medallion Hunt begins today
The sixth annual Riverfest Medallion Hunt begins today. Ten clues will be given out, beginning at 6 a.m. daily.
Jerome Christenson: Orlando hit the trifecta of crazy-making politics — guns, God and gays
“It was a dark and stormy night ...”
