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La Crosse sets 2-foot minimum for reservoir
The city of La Crosse Monday set its minimum water reservoir level at two feet in a split decision at the Board of Public Works.
La Crosse County Circuit Court felony cases
Patrick Emmer, 31, of 1710 La Crescent St., No. 107, was charged Monday with possession of meth, THC and drug paraphernalia. Emmer had 0.7 grams of meth, 31 grams of marijuana and several pipes on Sunday, according to the complaint.Cody…
Day trip: Exploring a revived Eau Claire
My Wisconsin hometown is easy to miss — the real Eau Claire, that is. Take any of its three I-94 exits, 90 miles east of the Twin Cities, and you’ll find gas stations, fast-food joints, chain hotels, a shopping mall.…
Ask the Weather Guys: What's the difference between severe weather warning and watch?
A severe weather watch gives advanced notice that conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather, while a warning is issued when hazardous weather is occurring, is about to occur or is likely to occur.
NAMI sets 12-week course to help mental illness caregivers
Just as it is comforting to people living with mental illness to know that they are not alone, their families, friends and caregivers also need encouragement to persevere as they assist their loved ones.
In the Service for Monday, Aug. 22, 2016
Graduation
Highway closure has minimal impact on West Salem businesses
WEST SALEM — This summer’s Hwy. 16 closure between West Salem and Onalaska may have had less effect on local businesses than many first feared.
Paul Larson: Where's Jimmy the border collie?
It started like a normal Wednesday ... three steers to take to the local meat processor. I had sorted the three Tuesday night, so all I had to do was load them on the trailer first thing in the morning…
Ho-Chunk Gaming moves ahead with expansions costing $153 million
BLACK RIVER FALLS — The Ho-Chunk Nation will begin $153 million in expansions and renovations at three casino locations, including Black River Falls, next month.
Olympian dedication
A grand opening and dedication ceremony Saturday named the park at 500 Hood St. for George C. Poage, the first African-American to win an Olympic medal.
Through candid obituaries, families fight heroin and opioid addiction
MADISON — After Jesse Sparks died from a drug overdose in Madison July 25, his obituary didn’t mince words.
La Crosse County Board voices concerns about DNR's failure to protect water
The La Crosse County Board and the county’s health department are so worried about the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ failure to oversee holders of wastewater discharge permits that the board passed a resolution urging the agency to follow “what’s…
Coulee Con brings gamers together for fun, good cause
The organizers of Coulee Con have embraced gamification, making a game out of everything from the program booklet to raising money for the Children’s Miracle Network.
Pastor, parishioner bike 500 miles for Habitat for Humanity
LA CRESCENT, Minn — A pastor and one of his parishioners recently went on a special trip together.
Open jams offer chance to learn, rock out
Over the years I’ve played guitar in at least eight bands, if you count my first one back in 1971 when I was in elementary school. We played maybe three songs — I only remember one of them was “One”…
Teens tell senator they find help, solace at Boys and Girls Club
Tammy Baldwin’s story of growing up in an unconventional home, where she was raised by her grandparents, resonated with the teens who sacrificed sleeping in Saturday morning to meet a U.S. senator.
Baldwin discusses heroin, opioid abuse with Vernon County officials
VIROQUA — U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin heard alarming testimony from Vernon County officials at a round table discussion about heroin and opioid drug abuse.
Births for Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016
Gundersen Health System
Marriage licenses for Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016
The following people have filed for a marriage license in La Crosse County:
For Goodness's Sake for Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016
Administered by La Crosse County, the For Goodness’ Sake program provides donated household goods to the needy.