Good Day
La Crosse
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region ranked in the nation’s top five for aluminum recycling in 2025, boosting support for local housing with nearly $7,000 in proceeds. The nonprofit expanded its efforts at several county parks and local business sites to collect 8,908 lbs of aluminum. WIZM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse Promise held its first professional etiquette dinner (Setting the Table for Success) at Union Market Bistro Wednesday, Jan. 14; the event, in partnership with the Culinary Arts Academy and Western Technical College, gave students hands-on practice in essential dining and business skills. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse County Health Department urges homeowners to test for radon during January as Radon Action Month. Testing kits ($9.00) are available at the health department and every county library branch. WIZM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brewers manager Pat Murphy will join the La Crosse Loggers Winter BBQ at the La Crosse Center Saturday — doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the program starts at 7 p.m. with a Q&A session and a nod to his famous pocket pancakes. WIZM
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Snow Ball 2026
6-9 p.m. — The Court Above Main — Fundraising event — Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, live music, and support local children in need.
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Puzzlepalooza
9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Compete in a thrilling 300-piece puzzle race or enjoy a relaxed community puzzling experience with fellow enthusiasts.
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Baby Storytime
12-12:30 p.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Interactive storytime for infants featuring stories, songs, and caregiver meetups.
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Chair Fitness Class
9:00-9:30 a.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Participate in a low-impact chair fitness class focusing on strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health for all abilities.
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