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Snowmobiling and tourism take a hit in northern Wisconsin
In a rare occurrence, many snowmobile trails in southern Wisconsin have opened while trails in the Northwoods remain closed due to a lack of snow.
Why 2024 will be the defining year for the ’20s economy, and how Wisconsin's economy is doing
The US economy is at a crossroads; a lot could go wrong, and a lot could go right. Here are a few charts that paint a picture of the economy in Wisconsin.
Nature walk offered Jan. 20 at Trempealeau refuge
Happy Dancing Turtle is offering a free one-hour outdoor family nature walk at the Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, in partnership with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
Weather brings good news and bad news for Madison-area ice anglers
Lakes Mendota and Monona were largely open Friday which will help them freeze more evenly however some bays have thin payers of ice covered with insulating snow.
A new rule will tighten worker classification standards; How workers are earning and spending in Wisconsin
The Biden administration enacted a new labor rule Tuesday that could bolster both legal protections and compensation for millions in the U.S. workforce. Check out how workers are spending and earning in Wisconsin.
Snowmobilers rejoice as Dane County trails set to open
Five counties in southern and southwestern Wisconsin have trails that are open while trails in far northern Wisconsin remain closed.
Adaptive art series offered at Holmen and Onalaska libraries
La Crosse County Library invites adults in the community to “Art in the Library for All,” an adaptive art series led by Sandra Whiteman, healing arts specialist. Participants will create poetry or paintings (or both) depending on which program they…
Oak Grove Cemetery listed on National Register of Historic Places
The Wisconsin Historical Society announced Oak Grove Cemetery in La Crosse was added Dec. 11 to the National Register of Historic Places.
TDS Telecom names UW-La Crosse grad new COO
TDS Telecommunications LLC is starting the new year with several new senior leaders, including the appointment of Shane West to Chief Operating Officer
Inflation is down sharply, but getting to 2% will be tough: Check on inflation in the Midwest
Inflation measured 2.6% annually in November. So, getting that number down to the 2% target should happen in no time, right? It might not be that simple. Here are a few visuals tracking inflation in the Midwest.
Upper Mississippi River Refuge celebrates 100 years protecting wildlife
The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge kicked off its centennial celebration Jan. 10 with tributes to the history and wildlife of the protected land.
Free sustainability workshop offered for La Crosse small businesses and organizations
The city of La Crosse and the Climate Alliance for the Common Good are offering a free workshop to help small businesses and organizations in La Crosse develop sustainability plans that are affordable, may save companies money and are ready…
Pregnant driver, cat rescued after vehicle lands on roof in creek near Independence
A seven-months pregnant woman and her cat were rescued from a vehicle upside down in a creek Tuesday near Independence.
Body of missing canoeist on Black River recovered in Jackson County
The body of a canoeist reported missing on the Black River in Jackson County has been recovered.
Trempealeau police searching for person reported missing in La Crosse
The village of Trempealeau is asking for the public's help to locate a missing person.
Madison doctor's ashes are bound for the moon, but fuel leak might doom the landing
About a teaspoon of the Madison doctor's ashes were slated to land on the moon Feb. 23, aboard a capsule on the Vulcan rocket that took off Monday.
Onalaska library to host 'Meet Mr. King' Jan. 16
ONALASKA -- Bright Star Touring Theatre, a national professional touring company based out of Asheville, N.C., will perform its acclaimed show “Meet Dr. King” at the Onalaska Public Library at 4 p.m. Jan. 16.
Legislation would rename Tomah VA after Jason Simcakoski
Two Wisconsin lawmakers have introduced legislation to rename the Tomah Veterans Administration Medical Center.
Wafer Food Pantry in La Crosse is going greener
After months of planning and discussions with electrical and structural engineers, the beginning of a solar project kicked off in September. Running into a few challenges delayed completion of the system. However, as of 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 3, WAFER…
Health department urges residents to test for radon
Radon is an odorless, colorless, invisible gas that can enter homes and buildings through the foundation. One in 10 Wisconsin homes has elevated levels of radon. According to a La Crosse County news release, radon causes an estimated 21,000 lung…
