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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rudy’s Drive-In opened for the season at 11 a.m. today — the local drive-in has served root beer, burgers, chili dogs, fries, and onion rings for 92 years and been at Tenth and La Crosse for 59 years. Cars lined up before service began as carhops on roller skates delivered orders. WIZM
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of the Greater La Crosse Region is hosting the Upgrade and Save: Energy Assistance and Repair Expo today at 4 p.m. at the La Crosse Public Library—where local experts from the city, Couleecap, Xcel Energy, Lead Safe Homes and Focus on Energy will explain free programs to help homeowners and renters with repairs and energy savings. WIZM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Truman Lowe, the late Black River Falls artist and UW-La Crosse alum, will have over 50 works displayed at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian in Washington on October 24 showing sculptures and paintings. La Crosse Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UW-La Crosse professor Tara DeLong offers free Awe 101 classes to help students and the public use art for mental health improvement at the La Crosse Public Library this spring+ The program uses hands-on art projects to ease stress and offer new views, with one more session set for April 27. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tomah Police and Fire Commission appointed Assistant Police Chief Eric Pedersen as the new chief of police—he will take command on April 19 after Chief Scott Holum retires on April 18. WEAU
- ➤ The Wisconsin DOT said a $21 million project on WIS 131 in Crawford County will begin Monday. The project will replace roadway pavement, six bridges and 11 culvert pipes between WIS 60 in Wauzeka and Pleasant Street in Soldiers Grove—traffic will be detoured along WIS 60 and US 61 until it is finished by mid-November. News8000
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No Man's Land Film Festival in La Crosse, WI
The No Man’s Land Film Festival celebrates the voices of diverse individuals in the outdoor industry at the historic Rivoli Theater.
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Jason Gray concert to benefit Adult & Teen Challenge of Western Wisconsin
Contemporary Christian artist Jason Gray will be performing at First Free church in Onalaska to benefit women struggling with substance use disorder. The concert will also include opening act Sound of the North as well as powerful testimonies of freedom from addiction.
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Jason Gray concert to benefit Adult & Teen Challenge of Western Wisconsin
Contemporary Christian artist Jason Gray will be performing at First Free church in Onalaska to benefit women struggling with substance use disorder. The concert will also include opening act Sound of the North as well as powerful testimonies of freedom from addiction.
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Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in La Crosse
1-10 p.m. — 520 E Veterans Memorial Dr, La Crosse, WI — Ticket purchase required — Embark on a self-guided scavenger hunt exploring the hidden gems and rich history of La Crosse with friends and family.
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Pizza, a movie and a message: FSPA hosts free Earth Day event
In recognition of Earth Day, the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration are hosting a free pizza and movie night on April 10 at the Rivoli Theatre. The evening begins at 5 p.m. with complimentary pizza, followed by a special screening of "The Letter: A Message for Our Earth" at 5:30 p.m. Registration required.
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Author Talk with Nickolas Butler
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Pearl Street Books — Free event — Dive into a compelling discussion about love, redemption, and the passage of time with author Nickolas Butler.
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Safe Families 4th Annual Spring Soiree
5-8 p.m. — Celebrations on the River — Entertainment included — Enjoy an evening of fabulous food, fantastic music, and support a worthy cause to keep families together.
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Pushing the River: Author Conversation
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Pearl Street Books — Free entry — Explore the captivating stories and history of canoeing with author Frank Bures and paddling expert Judson Steinback.
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Grit & Grain Market
10 AM – 2 PM — Pearl Street Brewery — Free entry — A vibrant makers market with local products, craft beer, and live music at a beloved brewery.
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