Good Day
La Crosse
Sunday, January 18th, 2026
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce honored young professionals with a casino night event at Cappella Weddings and Events on Thursday night. Nearly 200 emerging leaders were recognized — highlighting their role in fueling local business growth. News8000
- ➤ Dog Chew company donated its pet chews to local animal shelters (supporting community pet care) today as part of its promise to help La Crosse residents. News8000
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse Floral, a local shop that served the community for 118 years, will close after its president retires + its longstanding legacy remains appreciated. La Crosse Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of La Crosse will open its Emergency Day Center at 713 St. James Street from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Monday with a free bus service leaving downtown at 7:42 a.m. and from St. James and Caledonia streets at 12:25 p.m. WIZM
- ➤ Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg held a town hall in La Crosse on Friday to discuss rising health care costs, economic concerns, and federal immigration policies — drawing local residents and officials. He answered community questions as local leaders, including the mayor, joined the event. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Federal funds for mental health programs were nearly cut before being quickly restored, but Senator Baldwin and the Coulee Recovery Center in La Crosse warned that the brief lapse could have disrupted services for up to 100 patients. 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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~ Alfred Montapert
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