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Xcel Energy outage drops to 50,000; power back to all by Monday
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As the Twin Cities area cleaned up from overnight storms, Xcel Energy said about 50,000 customers were still without power by Saturday evening, mostly in the Twin Cities metro area.
Big Blue Dragon Boat Festival inspires happy memories
Karen Tischer was nearly late for last year’s Big Blue Dragon Boat Festival.
Man uninjured after wheelchair collides
An man avoided injury after his motorized wheelchair struck a vehicle and he fell into the street late Saturday morning.
Onalaska Hmong immigrant forges new path as artist, teacher, author
ONALASKA — Mai Chao Duddeck, who was born in a refugee camp in Thailand, dreams big and has persevered in her quest to fulfill those dreams since she came to the Coulee Region with her family …
Residence damanged, none injured in Jackson Co. fire
A single-story residence sustained severe damage, but no one was injured in an early morning fire Friday in Jackson County.
Estimated toll of bird flu approaching $650 million
MINNEAPOLIS — The economic toll of avian flu on Minnesota’s poultry industry has climbed to nearly $650 million, according to new data from University of Minnesota Extension.
Bon Iver's Justin Vernon throws a festival in his backyard
Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon is throwing a major jam this weekend in his hometown of Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
Minnesota author wants the world to go nuts
CANTON, Minn. (AP) — Phil Rutter has no illusions the best-seller list will include his new book: “Growing Hybrid Hazelnuts: The New Resilient Crop for a Changing Climate.”
Wisconsin court ruling may reshape state political landscape
MADISON, Wis. — A court decision ending an investigation into the activities of Republican Gov. Scott Walker’s recall campaign could transform Wisconsin elections — likely enabling closer ties…
Young entrepreneur tries college painting business
TOMAH — Dirk Rigsby is getting a crash course in business.
Things That Matter: Norwegian Church Signature Quilt
Schools, service organizations and churches all know how to raise money for worthy causes. Marching band needs new uniforms? Car washes every Friday night. Time to spruce up the community gard…
Ben Bromley: Minions don’t curse, we swear
BARABOO — McDonald’s has been known to bow to consumer pressure, but not this time. The fast-food giant swears the Minions in its Happy Meals aren’t cursing at you.
Horsing around in the heat: Trail riders on display at the fair Friday
WEST SALEM -- It's hard enough controlling a nearly half-ton horse out in the open. For the 4-H members competing in Friday's trail competition at the La Crosse Interstate Fair, which wraps up…
Cross in La Crescent raises concern
LA CRESCENT -- The La Crescent City Council is studying a request by a religious-freedom organization to immediately remove a cross and star from city property.
Motorcycle deaths contribute to spike in traffic fatalities
ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Motorcycle deaths are driving a dramatic increase this year in the number of overall traffic fatalities in Minnesota.
MVAC archaeology public field school open house is July 23
The public is invited to see what Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center Public Field School participants have been digging into.
Onalaska man shoots roommate after teasing cat with laser
An Onalaska man is accused of shooting his roommate in the leg after using the handgun's laser sight to tease his cat.
Car tales to raise money for storytelling fest
Tales in the Tent, an event to support the La Crosse Storytelling Festival, will be 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Dahl Ford Auto Museum, 711 S. Third St., La Crosse.
MOSES accepting nominations for organic farmer of year
SPRING VALLEY, Wis. -- The Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service is accepting nominations for its 2016 MOSES Organic Farmer of the Year award to be presented at the 27th annual MOS…
