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Baldwin explores Mississippi River in freshwater border tour
GENOA, Wis. – U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin kicked off a tour of Wisconsin’s freshwater coasts this week, exploring nature and infrastructure on the Mississippi River.
More charges filed against joyriding driver; competency questioned
Charges are mounting against a Sparta man who took a stolen truck on a joyride through La Crosse last week as the court evaluates his competency.
Mom dubs son's survival of disease as a 'miracle'
The Rev. Beth Krolak, a native of Galesville, testifies to the value of youths being vaccinated against meningococcal disease, which nearly killed one of her sons in 2002.
Researcher: Anti-carp speakers pose no threat to native species
GENOA -- University of Minnesota researcher Peter Sorensen admits his underwater speaker system is not a perfect experiment.
Researchers conduct first survey of Minnesota's native bees
A few miles west of Fergus Falls, dew on the prairie grass sparkles in the morning sun as Crystal Boyd, an entomologist for the state Department of Natural Resources, walks into the Otter Tail…
YMCA looks to expand teen center
The YMCA wants to build a new, expanded community teen center as part of a planned major renovation of its La Crosse campus and facilities.
Roosevelt a step closer to housing
La Crosse public school officials are closer to a decision on future of the Roosevelt Elementary School property.
Longtime city planner leaving?
After more than two decades as La Crosse city planner, Larry Kirch is ready to go home.
Teen gets probation in burglary
It was 160 days ago that Michael Fuselier changed a Shelby homeowner’s world, the victim testified Monday.
Three Rivers Roleo set for Saturday in Onalaska
ONALASKA -- The annual Three Rivers Roleo Log Rolling Tournament will be Saturday at the Great River Landing.
$82,000 worth of cocaine seized in Monroe County
TOMAH -- Felony drug charges are pending against two out-of-state men after Monroe County authorities found them with $82,000 worth of cocaine on Saturday, according to the Tomah Police Department.
Flash flood warning triggers wireless alerts
Phones were buzzing unexpectedly around La Crosse Monday afternoon.
Flash flood warning in effect for La Crosse County
Portions of La Crosse County are under a flash flood warning after storms dropped up to an inch of water on the area Monday afternoon.
Lane shifts begin Tuesday on I-90 bridge
Lane shifts will begin Tuesday on the Interstate 90 bridge over the Mississippi River as crews conduct an annual inspection.
Police: 5 septuagenarians escape injury in head-on crash in Vernon County after driver falls asleep
An Iowa woman who told deputies she fell asleep while driving crashed into an oncoming vehicle Sunday afternoon in Vernon County, with none of the five people in the two vehicles injured in the crash.
Senior advocacy workshop Aug. 13-15
The La Crosse County Aging Unit will sponsor a leadership workshop for senior advocates Aug. 13-15 at the Black River Beach House, 1433 Rose St.
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Hometown history: Bendel's Orchestra playing at the old Stoddard Hotel
THE WAY IT WAS: This is a photograph, recently donated to the La Crosse Public Library Archives Department, showing Bendel’s Orchestra. It is believed that the photo was taken in the ballroom …
Diver Keith Cormican creates legacy for lost brother
BLACK RIVER FALLS — Keith Cormican and his older brother saw the need for a dive rescue team in Jackson County. For years, the brothers worked side by side using their own scuba gear to find d…
