Good morning, La Crosse.

Coulee Region Humane Society is hosting its annual Critter Crawl fundraiser in Onalaska to support local pet care and adoption (check local listings for event details).

State Road Elementary is getting a $12 million addition to build a new gymnasium and 10 classrooms for about 450 students in a consolidation project.

Staff recently toured the rising walls and the district is choosing furniture for interior updates for the 2027-28 school year.

A burn ban was issued as of 9:30 a.m. Saturday for burning materials in Barre, Hamiliton, West Salem, Bergen and Stoddard due to very high fire danger.

Officials said the ban will remain until conditions improve + residents are urged to dispose of matches, ashes and charcoal safely.

Residents can dispose of curbside leaves on April 13 when crews begin on the northside and work south; residents should rake leaves into visible piles on the boulevard (within three feet of the curb) and avoid bagged or mixed leaves.

Emplify Health by Gundersen and Vernon Health signed a letter of intent on Friday to start formal affiliation talks that will focus on patient care and staff impact (with discussions set to continue for several months) while keeping current services unchanged.

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.

Commotion: Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Viterbo University Fine Arts Center — $46 — Experience the electrifying sounds of Creedence Clearwater Revival as you travel back to the late '60s and early '70s.

OUT OF OUR MINDS CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES: The Music of Reena Esmail

3-5 p.m. — Viterbo University Nola Starling Recital Hall — Free entry — Immerse yourself in an enchanting concert featuring the compositions of Reena Esmail performed by talented musicians.

Family Fun Day at Myrick Park

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Myrick Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of free activities including a bounce house, face painting, and a complimentary lunch.

NFAA Redding Style Warm-Up 3-D

April 25th & 26th — Blackhawk Archers of La Crosse Wisconsin, Inc. — Cost varies for membership — Join fellow archers for a fantastic 3D shooting experience at a top-notch facility.