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What was that thing that streaked across the sky above Wisconsin last night?
The bright, reddish line arced over southern Wisconsin at about 9 p.m. Tuesday night.
New Horizons shelter to host Feb. 8 fundraiser in La Crescent
New Horizons Shelter and Outreach Centers will hold its fourth annual Galentine's Day Brunch Saturday, Feb. 8, and this year's fundraiser comes at a critical time for the shelter. The organization is facing a $337,000 loss in annual funding due…
La Crosse police responded to incident at Aquinas school
La Crosse Aquinas school officials enacted a "hold in place" order Wednesday after an incident on campus.
Volunteers, cold weather help Riverside Park ice rink stay open
Thanks to volunteers and cool winter weather, the Chad Erickson Memorial Ice Rink at Riverside Park can stay open later than normal, allowing people to enjoy the rink beyond the Rotary Lights season.
Kids Ice Fishing Day set for Feb. 1 at Genoa National Fish Hatchery
Kids Ice Fishing Day is scheduled to be held at the Genoa National Fish Hatchery on February 1st for children between the ages of 5-12.
Lions to host Ground Hog Day dinner Feb. 3
The La Crosse Lions Charities 13th annual Ground Hog Dinner will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, at the Moose Lodge on Ward Avenue. The Lions will serve a pulled pork dinner with all the trimmings –…
Spring Grove man arrested in apartment complex fire
SPRING GROVE, Minn. — A Spring Grove man was arrested and faces arson charges in connection to an apartment fire Friday in Spring Grove, according to a Houston County Sheriff’s Office press release.
Firefighters battle two residential blazes overnight in Sparta area
The Sparta Area Fire Department responded to two residential fires in less than a half hour during the overnight hours of Sunday, Jan. 26.
2 Caledonians arrested for drugs after home search
CALEDONIA, Minn. -- Two Caledonians were arrested after drugs were found at their home.
La Crosse resident seriously injured in North Side house fire
A La Crosse resident suffered life-threatening injuries after a significant house fire on Rose Street. Cause still under investigation.
Mt. La Crosse to host over 600 athletes for 19th annual Dan Nagy Memorial
The 19th annual Dan Nagy Memorial will be held at Mt. La Crosse this weekend, hosting over 600 athletes of all age and skill levels.
First in class: New wrestling academy gives local wrestlers rare opportunity
The River City Wrestling Academy, led by coaches Alex Riley and Derek Martine, has launched its first year with a focus on turning small-market aspirants into professional wrestlers, providing a more affordable and local option for aspiring wrestlers in the…
Onalaska home damaged by fire, no injuries reported
A residential home in Onalaska sustained significant damage in a fire Tuesday.
La Crescent secures $229K grant to study railroad crossings
La Crescent has taken the first step to update railroad safety near the Mississippi River.
Main Street Lansing’s trivia night returns with $1,000 grand prize
Join Main Street Lansing's Trivia Night on Feb. 8 for a fun evening of quizzes, raffles, and silent auctions with a grand prize of $1,000.
La Crosse flood protections to benefit from latest Water Resources Development Act
Flood control along the Mississippi River is a central piece of a newly passed federal law — work that advocates believe is critical as the river basin sees more frequent and severe extreme weather events due to climate change.
La Crosse County to invest $14 million in roads
La Crosse County approves $14.1 million for highway construction in 2025, aiming to improve road conditions and reduce costs.
WAY IT WAS: Farnam Street near Cliffwood Bluff
This early view of the eastern end of Farnum St. as it sweeps past Cliffwood Bluff features two once prominent farms. Centered in the photo is the John Seiler farm. John Seiler was the eldest son of Dutch dairy farmer…
Read books, win prizes this winter at La Crosse County libraries
Ready to cozy up with a good book? Win prizes for reading this winter with La Crosse County Library’s annual reading program for adults, Hot Reads for Cold Nights, which runs Jan. 21 through March 1.
Miss New Jersey Elizabeth Mendel encourages young people to have faith in themselves
Miss New Jersey Elizabeth Mendel, 23, of Cape May Court House, participated in the Miss America 2025 competition earlier this month in Orlando, Florida, even though when first approached to involve herself in pageants as a teenager, she declined initially.