Good morning, La Crosse.

The Maribell Transmission Project is hosting an open house to share details on upcoming transmission improvements.

Local residents can learn more and ask questions (exact time and location to be announced).

Great Rivers United Way celebrated its past year's achievements at the 76th annual event Tuesday by presenting awards (Give, Advocate, Volunteer, Live United, Community Partner) to honor local contributions and showcase key projects, with further details in GRUW's 2025 report.

A large turnout met Tuesday afternoon in Gays Mills at an open house hosted by Dairyland Power and GridLiance to review the proposed 140-mile Maribell Transmission Project aimed at meeting rising Midwest energy demand.

An additional meeting is planned in DeSoto on Thursday for further community input.

The Dairy Breakfast returns to the farm on June 20 at Creamery Creek Farms near Bangor—organized by the St. Joseph’s Ridge Lions Club and featuring dairy-themed fare with live entertainment and activities for all ages.

Discounted tickets will be available in May at partnering River Bank locations.

Northside leaders proposed a public/non-profit plan to repurpose the library building to offer a museum, library services, and free wi-fi for the community.

They will hold a news conference today at 1:30 p.m. outside the building to share more details.

Local radio guests preview upcoming Irish festivities including the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown and Shamrock Club celebrations, along with the Coulee Hoolie ceili featuring music, dancing and food.

Organizers shared parade route tips and donation information tied to Hunger Task Force efforts.

The state introduced new film tax incentives that support local filmmakers + boost industry investments at the La Crosse Film Academy, aiming to retain talent and foster creative projects.

Project GO offers underrepresented youth outdoor education to boost mental health — bringing nature-based learning opportunities to local schools and community centers.

Registration is open for the 2026 River Clean Up on Saturday, May 9 with check-in from 8 a.m. to noon and an after-party with free food and door prizes from noon to 3 p.m. at Black River Beach — volunteers with boats are encouraged to help access hard-to-reach areas.

Christie Harris from Emplify Health by Gundersen advises La Crosse residents to set a bedtime routine by putting on pajamas and brushing their teeth to help the mind prepare for sleep.

She recommends removing screens from bedrooms, including for children, and keeping the room cool for better rest.

A study in La Crosse County recommends building 4,900 new homes over the next 10 years to ease the need for affordable housing (especially for entry level units).

A Stantec report Monday found that 100 acres of the former county farm in West Salem near Lake Neshonoc could support 600 to 1,100 housing units over 10 to 20 years — county supervisors want local school and village officials involved in planning.

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.

Come from Away

Mar 13 – 29 — La Crosse Community Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the heartwarming true story of Gander, Newfoundland's unexpected hospitality.

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.

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.

Silent Sky

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Weber Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the inspiring true story of Henrietta Leavitt, a 19th-century astronomer challenging societal norms during a time of scientific discovery.