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La Crosse
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ BLACK hosted its third annual Wingapalooza fundraiser at the Radisson Ballroom, where local vendors and families enjoyed a wing competition and kids area to support youth programs in La Crosse. Funds raised will bolster leadership+education+inclusion efforts across the community. News8000
- ➤ La Crosse residents can join the 21st annual St. Paddy's Day .01K run & walk to support the Hunger Task Force on St. Paddy's Day. Participants will help raise vital support for hunger relief at this community event. La Crosse Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The UWL Syphonic Band will perform today at the university campus in La Crosse, offering a live music experience for local fans. The event is part of the university's music series celebrating local talent. News8000
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bird enthusiasts observed flocks of eagles along the Mississippi River on Mar. 8 near La Crosse, drawing attention to the region's active wildlife and seasonal changes. Local eagle watchers say the sighting highlights nature’s vibrant returns. News8000
- ➤ Local photographer Chuck Oedsma captured eagles gathering along the Mississippi River shores for this week's Eye Piece. The story shows local residents the seasonal return of these birds as they flock by the river. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse reopened Cameron and Burns Parks in January after months of closure due to safety issues — city officials are still working with community partners to develop a safety plan as local residents call for more security measures. WEAU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Onalaska father Jordan Linders, a recovering alcoholic, has been denied a liver transplant for seven years and continues to seek a lifesaving opportunity in his ongoing battle for health. La Crosse Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Both UW-La Crosse men's and women's basketball teams won Friday night to advance to the NCAA Division III tournament second round at Mitchell Hall - the men's team beat the Flying Dutchmen 75-61 and the women's team scored 78-52, with Saturday matchups scheduled. WIZM
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Tea & Technology: Exploring Digital Resources
11 a.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Discover new digital resources for learning and wellness with hot drinks and treats in a cozy setting.
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Josh Turner Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — La Crosse Center — Ticket prices range from $57 to $137 — Experience a night of country music with Josh Turner live in concert.
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Come from Away
Mar 13 – 29 — La Crosse Community Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the heartwarming true story of Gander, Newfoundland's unexpected hospitality.
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Come From Away Musical Performance
2-6 p.m. — Weber Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $75 — Experience the heartwarming true story of resilience and community during a unique musical performance.
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Breakerspace Exploration
11 AM – 12 PM — La Crosse Public Library — Free entry — Dive into the mechanics of technology by dismantling real devices to unveil their secrets.
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