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Obama touts economic plans, blasts GOP during La Crosse visit

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
President Barack Obama blasted the policies of Gov. Scott Walker and other Republicans on Thursday at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse during a speech that outlined new overtime rules int…

GRSF opens 'Romeo and Juliet' featuring Winona musician's score

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
WINONA, Minn. — Now in its 12th season, the Great River Shakespeare Company for the second time is taking on the well-known Shakespeare play about two young star-crossed lovers whose deaths ul…

Riverfest 2015 continues; country star plays tonight

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
Headliner Dustin Lynch brings his high-energy country music to the Riverfest stage tonight in Riverside Park. Other schedule highlights:

Protesters few but vocal; critics still abound

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
Protesters of President Barack Obama’s visit to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse were greatly outnumbered Thursday morning, but those in opposition made sure their voices were heard.

Budget moves forward, includes gutting of open records law

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
MADISON — Nearly all records created by state and local government officials, including bill drafts and communications with staff, would not be subject to the Wisconsin open records law under …

Local lawmakers like Obama’s middle-class focus

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
President Barack Obama’s visit Thursday might have been, as some suggested, a victory lap after a great week for his administration.

Gaia Democratic School parents condemn Smitten Kitten field trip

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A sex education teacher has drawn the ire of parents after taking middle- and high-school students on a field trip to an adult novelty store in Minneapolis.

Creature program this month Norskedalen

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
COON VALLEY — Creature Investigations at Norskedalen is a summer program for children ages 5 to 10 to learn about different animals through activities and crafts. 

American Red Cross blood drives set

Fri, 07/03/2015 - 12:00am
The American Red Cross is offering several opportunities to donate blood in La Crosse. 

With social media tease, Walker jumps into 2016

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 7:00pm
MADISON — Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, a preacher's son who withstood a recall election spawned by his fight with public employee unions, is joining the crowded Republican presidential race, a…

Obama in La Crosse: Reporters' notebook

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 6:30pm
A visit by the president of the United States always brings memorable moments for a community like La Crosse.

Obama in La Crosse: reporters' notebook

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 6:30pm
A visit by the president of the United States always brings memorable moments for a community like La Crosse.

Obama impresses crowd UW-L

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 6:30pm
From their front-row seats, Sherry Picha of La Crosse and her two youngest children were impressed by how “down to earth” President Barack Obama was Thursday at the University of Wisconsin-La …

Obama fires up crowd with praise of family-oriented Authenticom in La Crosse

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 5:30pm
La Crosse businessman Steve Cottrell looked as if an emotional double whammy had smacked him shortly after President Barack Obama praised his company’s rebound from two financial blows.

Obama at UW-L: 'Hard day's work deserves a fair day's wage'

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 3:00pm
President Barack Obama touted his economic policies in La Crosse today, including his recent move to expand overtime pay for nominally managerial positions.

Tomah man charged with making threat to kill president

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 12:15pm
MADISON — Federal authorities on Thursday charged a Tomah man with making threats to kill President Barack Obama during his visit to La Crosse today.

Gov. Scott Walker entering 2016 presidential race

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 8:45am
MADISON — Aides to Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker say the Republican is entering the crowded Republican race for president.

Norskedalen Art Fair and Wine Tasting on Sunday

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 5:00am
Norskedalen’s Art Fair and wine tasting will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 5, at Norskedalen Heritage Site. The event will feature wine from Branch’s Winery and cheese from Nordic Creamery. Admiss…

Across Minnesota, tough times for Big Food

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 12:00am
Minnesota’s food industry managed for decades to keep supplies of perishable animals, vegetables and grains moving smoothly from farm to box while keeping up with changing customer tastes.

Preparations wrap up for president's visit to UW-L

Thu, 07/02/2015 - 12:00am
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and White House officials are keeping a tight lid on preparations for President Barack Obama’s visit to campus, but they are confident today’s trip will go sm…

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