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Readstown woman involved in single-vehicle crash in rural Viroqua
A 44-year-old woman from Readstown, April Ann Sullivan, was involved in a single-vehicle crash in rural Viroqua while driving a 2021 Ford Escape. Sullivan reported being distracted and went off the right side of the roadway on a curve, causing…
Medallion hunt still going strong in 2025 after 64 years
Find out how many clues it took for Oktoberfest medallion hunters to locate the elusive medal in different years.
Fatal motorcycle accident on Mormon Coulee Road under investigation
La Crosse police are investigating a fatal motorcycle accident that occurred on Mormon Coulee Road. The motorcycle operator was treated for injuries on the scene but died in the hospital.
Three-vehicle crash on State Highway 27 between Cashton and Westby leaves two injured
A three-vehicle crash on State Highway 27 in the town of Christiana resulted in two people being injured, one seriously.
Winning $350,000 SuperCash ticket sold in La Crosse
A player matched all six numbers Monday in the SuperCash drawing to win the $350,000 top prize. The winning ticket of 3-6-11-28-32-33 was sold at Kwik Trip on 1333 Rose St. It is SuperCash's 13th top prize won in 2025.
No more underground work on Viroqua's Center Avenue until 2026
Due to scheduling changes, workload and end of season requirements, no further underground work will be done this year on the Center Avenue construction project in Viroqua, and the next phase of the project is now scheduled to begin in…
How tinnitus treatments have advanced
Content by Professional Hearing Care. Recent breakthroughs are making treatment more effective for people with tinnitus and other hearing-related conditions.
Tri-State Ambulance responds to almost 200 calls over Oktoberfest
Tri-State Ambulance teams responded to almost 200 medical requests over peak Oktoberfest times, up from 92 requests the week prior. Calls included a cardiac arrest save and major vehicle collision airlift.
Public input sought on improvements for US Hwy. 14, Walmart Road intersection in Viroqua
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is seeking public input on proposed improvements to the US Highway 14 and Walmart Road intersection in Viroqua, which include offset left-turn lanes, traffic signals, a future city roadway connection, and updated curb ramps.
Oktoberfest parade winners announced
OktoberfestUSA announced the parade winners for 2025:
Horicon Refuge whooping crane's bird flu death is historical first
Ducky, who had been staying at the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge in anticipation of releasing her into the wild, was the first whooping crane to die from the H5N1 virus.
Nine injured in Galesville head-on crash Friday evening
Nine people injured in a head-on collision outside of Galesville Friday evening. Both vehicles involved had passengers treated for non-life threatening injuries.
UPDATE: Power restored to most businesses after outage affects area near Valley View Mall
Power outage affects over 1,300 Xcel customers near Valley View Mall in Onalaska. Xcel Energy is working to restore power.
La Crosse County Hwy. FO to have shoulder widened Oct. 6-21
The La Crosse County Highway Department said it is planning to widen the shoulder along Hwy. FO from Monday, Oct. 6, through Tuesday, Oct. 21.
From the Tribune files: Mayor seeks to raise drinking age to 21 after 'mob scene' at 1966 Oktoberfest
In 1966, Oktoberfest in La Crosse faced challenges with crowd control and law enforcement, leading to calls for raising the legal drinking age.
Center stage: 2025 Oktoberfest festmaster is Brent Smith
For decades, Brent Smith has worked to help grow and expand the La Crosse Center. As the current president of its board of directors, Smith has made it the region’s go-to event center.
Suicide prevention training offered Monday
"Question, Persuade, Refer Gatekeeper Training" is a one-hour suicide prevention course that teaches simple steps to help save a life from suicide. People trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis, how to offer…
St. Peter's Church to celebrate 150 years in Chaseburg
On Sunday, Aug. 10, the congregation of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church-Chaseburg will gathere together with friends, family and guests to celebrate it 150 years in Chaseburg. The church will mark the occasion with a service and a commemorative catered…
St. Peter's Church to celebrate 150 years in Chaseburg (copy)
On Sunday, Aug. 10, the congregation of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church-Chaseburg will gathere together to celebrate it 150 years in Chaseburg. The church will mark the occasion with a service and a commemorative catered dinner to highlight its rich…
Injured driver walks home after crashing vehicle in Buffalo County
Man injured in car crash in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, walks home and goes to sleep without notifying authorities. Law enforcement issues citations.
