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Lane closure planned for I-90 west of St. Charles due to Minnesota highway construction
Westbound motorists on Interstate 90 west of St. Charles, Minnesota, will need to deal with a right lane closure starting June 17.
River cruise season set to begin without paddlewheel boat visits to La Crosse, Winona
Following the closure of American Queen Voyages earlier this year, there has been a shift of the Mississippi River's historic narrative. The iconic paddlewheelers are not scheduled to dock in La Crosse or Winona this year. Instead, the region will…
Willow Trail in La Crosse marshlands closed due to high water; Mississippi River forecast to rise through Wednesday
Willow Trail, a paved connecting trail along the south side of the La Crosse River between Lang Drive and Grand Crossing Trail, has been closed due to high water.
WAY IT WAS: Summer Library Program, 1979
Every summer the La Crosse Public Library organizes a summer series of free activities and programs focused on school-aged kiddos. Pictured here in 1979 is a scene from the former Children’s Room of the listening station, which featured record and…
La Crosse area building permits
Here are recent La Crosse area building permits.
YMCA summer food program kicks off June 10
When the school year ends, many children lose access to the nutritious meals they rely on. In fact, 5 out of 6 kids no longer have access to free or reduced-price meals. This is where the Y steps in.
Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge hosts family archery program
Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge will hold a family archery program at 9 a.m. Friday, June 14, at the refuge. Participants can learn archery basics in the introductory course for beginners to help build their skills.
Flood warning, evacuation notices issued to unsheltered staying in low-lying areas of La Crosse
La Crosse police and fire officials notified people living near areas prone to flooding Friday of the need to evacuate low-lying areas due to forecasted high water.
USDA cites circus for elephant’s Butte escape
The elephant's escape from her leaser, the Jordan World Circus, outraged many, including officials with PETA, the world’s largest animal rights organization.
North Pettibone Drive within Pettibone Park closed until further notice
According to the city of La Crosse, North Pettibone Drive within Pettibone Park will be closed until further notice due to high water. This closure will include the Lagoon Rental Facility. Access to the Boat Club will remain open. If…
La Crosse pool season opens, runs through Aug. 25
The City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department is opening the North Side Community and Veterans Memorial pool starting Friday, June 7.
Minnesota DOT plans roundabout in Caledonia at intersection of highways 44, 76
Minnesota transportation officials plan to install a roundabout at the intersections of highways 44 and 76 in Caledonia and are inviting the public to learn more about the project.
Eviction escalation: Rivercrest Village tenants face eviction amid feud between property manager, city
The City of La Crosse is poised to end a lease agreement with Rivercrest LLC and Nicolai Apartments due to the misuse of the land, which could evict six families from their mobile homes, unless the city and the lessees…
Eric Leitzen is running 'rebel campaign' in DFL for Minnesota state House seat
HOKAH — Eric Leitzen, tourism advocate, substitute teacher, and former Hokah city clerk, is running for the Minnesota State House on the Democratic-Farmer-Labor party ticket, according to his campaign press release.
Three 'healthy' female falcons hatch atop La Crosse's U.S. Bank building
The shrieks of three young peregrine falcons Monday filled the lobby of the U.S. Bank building in downtown La Crosse as a small crowd gathered to watch an annual spectacle.
Motorcylisted airlifted after collision with SUV in town of Tomah
A motorcyclist was seriously injured after colliding with an SUV on Thursday.
Three Winona Middle School students transported to hospital after bus crash during field trip
Three Winona Middle School sixth graders were taken to a hospital after a bus accident on Friday.
Fire in Onalaska leaves behind heavy fire, smoke and water damage
A building in Onalaska sustained major fire, smoke and water damage after it caught fire Saturday shortly before midnight.
Pearl Street Brewery Wine Run 5K on Saturday, June 8
The Pearl Street Brewery Wine Run 5k is set for 3 p.m. Saturday, June 8, at 1401 St. Andrew St.. Whether participants are interested in running, walking or simply savoring the wine, this race should be an unforgettable experience, according…
THE WAY IT WAS: Myrick Park Zoo, 3 June 2004
The kiddie boat and car rides at La Crosse’s old Myrick Park Zoo were once a popular attraction, as shown by this photo from June 3, 2004. These rides were removed shortly after the zoo closed in 2007. One of…
