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Trempealeau Co. bucks projected population stagnation in western Wisconsin
Many Wisconsin counties are expected to experience a massive decline or stagnation over the next 25 years due to an aging population, declining birth rates, and immigration policy. The biggest factor in decreasing populations throughout the state is the natural…
La Crosse opens emergency day center as temperatures plunge
Local residents without shelter will have a place to stay for three days as temperatures are expected to plunge well below zero in western Wisconsin.
UPDATE: Black Horse Bar and Grill in Winona destroyed by overnight fire
The Black Horse Bar and Grill in Winona appears to be a total loss after a blaze ripped through the building early Friday morning.
Semi tractor trailer rolls over with 75 cattle in Lansing, Iowa
Semi tractor trailer rollover in Lansing, Iowa, with 75 cattle involved; two killed. Emergency services responded promptly.
Two men killed in Galesville tree-trimming accident identified
Two men, Douglas B. Poss and Ryan D. Poss, died on Saturday after the aerial basket lift they were in tipped over while they were trimming trees in Galesville.
WAY IT WAS: Wettstein’s Television & Electric, c. 1962
Howard Wettstein founded Wettstein’s Television & Electric in 1951 out of his garage at 1410 Denton St. The location pictured here opened just a few years later at 1527 Losey Boulevard S., where the Village Shopping Center is today. At…
Winona woman injured in crash on ice-covered highway in Homer Township
A 55-year-old Winona woman was injured in a crash on Highway 61 in Homer Township, after her vehicle went off the road and crashed near milepost 24.
Commercial building in Onalaska destroyed by fire
A building owned by a local business in Onalaska is a total loss after a fire broke out during the overnight hours of Jan. 12.
Onalaska home destroyed by fire Saturday night
A residential home in the city of Onalaska is a total loss after a Saturday night fire.
Toastmasters Club of La Crosse holding open house Tuesday
Aside from death and taxes, public speaking is the fear that many Americans rank highest. Conquer that fear and ease into the new year by attending the Open House hosted by the La Crosse Toastmasters Club on Tuesday. Jan. 14…
Two men killed in Galesville aerial lift tipping incident
Two men died when an aerial basket lift they were in tipped over Saturday in Galesville.
Tomah day care abruptly closes following years of violations, leaves parents in a bind
The Kids and Company Day Care in Tomah, Wisconsin has closed due to the VA not renewing their lease, leaving many families on an urgent search for childcare. The closure follows a series of violations, including allegations of abuse and…
Campers destroyed, man injured in Blair propane tank explosion
A propane tank explosion early Thursday morning left two campers a total loss and a man injured in Blair.
Bahrs to be enthroned as Mardi Gras royalty
Jason and Kelley Bahr were chosen as the 2025 Rex and Queen for the 2025 La Crosse Mardi Gras. The current Rex and Queen Phil and Shannon Klar will hand over "Joe Cane" at the Masquarade Ball on Feb. 8,…
Home destroyed in early morning Galesville fire
Galesville Area Fire Department responds to home fire, smoke detectors alert occupants. Home and contents deemed total loss.
CWD confirmed for first time in Chippewa County wild deer, public meeting set
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the first case of chronic wasting disease in a wild deer in Chippewa County.
Free fishing weekend in Wisconsin is Jan. 18-19
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resourcesis hosting a free fishing weekend Jan. 18-19 to share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. Anglers of all ages can wet a line in any Wisconsin waters open to fishing without…
Holmen land donation expands potential YMCA development
The La Crosse Area YMCA has received a generous land donation valued at $1.5 million from Thorud Development LLC, expanding the potential YMCA development in Holmen from nearly 6 acres to 9 acres.
Holcombe man rescued after falling through ice on UTV in Lake Holcombe
A Holcombe man was rescued Monday after he and his UTV fell through ice in the town of Lake Holcombe.
Rotary lights volunteers pack up and recycle hundreds of lights
On a chilly afternoon at Riverside Park, tightly wound bundles of Christmas lights covered the ground of a warming tent as volunteers diligently sorted the piles of string lights used to light up the park for the annual Rotary Lights…