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Money & Politics: Are higher per diems for lawmakers ‘outrageous’ or long overdue?
In 2012, state Assembly leaders proposed raising the per diem payments for members who come to the Capitol on official business. The idea drew fire — one conservative blog called it “dumb, dum…
Things That Matter: Bump paper fastener
When he formed his company in 1905 as the Bump Paper Fastener Co., George P. Bump of La Crosse was convinced he’d make a million dollars on a stapler that didn’t require any staples.
Salvation Army passes goal by more than $9,000
The Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign beat its goal of $825,000 with room to spare before its final day today.
Wisconsin Gov. Walker previews likely White House theme
WASHINGTON — Criticizing Washington as a city of power-hungry elites, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker on Friday offered a preview of his likely White House message between private job interviews w…
Toni Asher: Pump House grateful for support
On behalf of The Pump House Regional Arts Center, I extend gratitude to everyone who helped make the second annual Pump House New's Year a stunning success. The exceptional volunteers and amaz…
Lot C sale to stretch into February
The sale of Lot C in downtown La Crosse for a proposed $68 million housing, retail and office complex will not happen in January as planned, but La Crosse County officials say the delay should…
Investigator visit to Tomah VA feels like déjà vu
U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald dispatched a team of investigators to the Tomah VA Medical Center in Wisconsin this week to review patients’ charts and grill hospital staff …
Porath named Dairyland VP for power delivery
Dairyland Power Cooperative announced Friday the promotion of Ben Porath to vice president for power delivery.
Driver hurt in Jackson County semi crash
TOWN OF MANCHESTER -- A truck driver was injured early Friday morning when his eastbound semi-tractor and trailer left Interstate 90, crashed into the median and separated.
Holmen police offer $5,000 reward in burglary/arson case
HOLMEN -- The Holmen Police Deaprtment is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information about a burglary and arson case.
'Candy Land' nickname 'troubling,' VA official says
TOMAH -- A top Veterans Administration official said Friday that the Tomah VA Medical Center's reputation as "Candy Land" is "disrespectful" and "troubling."
Wisconsin hospitals target $960 million 'hidden health-care tax'
Wisconsin hospital officials are hoping to see a trio of actions in Gov. Scott Walker’s budget to help alleviate the so-called “hidden health care tax” that they say drains $960 million from b…
Mississippi River Rentals co-owner sentenced to probation
The co-owner of a now shuttered La Crosse houseboat rental company will serve the maximum two years on probation for stealing from customers.
New leader selected for local Associated banks
Associated Banc-Corp has named Scott Jarvis as president of the La Crosse Community Market. That region includes Associated’s branches in La Crosse, Holmen, Onalaska and Viroqua.
Sex offender imprisoned for viewing child porn at library
A La Crosse sex offender was sentenced to three years in prison Thursday for viewing child pornography.
Salvation Army beats goal with days to spare
The Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign has passed its goal of $825,000 with room to spare before its final day Saturday.
Coulee Montessori students learn history, work on speech skills
Ella Fitzgerald, Nathan Myrick and an ancient Oneota tribal villager were among those on display Thursday at the former Myrick Hixon EcoPark as part of a history and public speaking project pr…
Wanted: Sponsors for parklets
The city is ready to see just how much interest there is in having mini-parks on the streets of La Crosse.
Whitetail Ridge Ski Area customer appreciation day Feb. 7
FORT MCCOY — Fort McCoy’s Whitetail Ridge Ski Area will hold a customer appreciation day from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Feb. 7.
