Good morning, La Crosse.

Western Technical College is offering free computer help on Fridays until April 17—9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Room 219 at the Wanek Center of Innovation on 744 Badger Street.

Walk-ins and appointments are welcome.

Community groups held 'No Kings' rallies Saturday in La Crosse, Winona and Sparta to encourage unity and better local leadership (focusing on community voices) as residents shared their views and supported one another.

The Holmen community gathered last Saturday for the annual Adapted Sports League fundraiser with tap-bowling, bingo and auctions & support local athletes and Project LIVE at the R.W.

Houser YMCA. The event helped fund adaptive sports equipment & a transition program for young adults with special needs.

Three area fire departments and the American Red Cross will visit homes on Saturday, Apr.

11 to install free smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (up to three alarms per eligible home) in La Crosse and nearby areas; call 888-376-4056 to set an appointment.

DaaBin Store will close its Valley View Mall location today after nearly two years of offering second-chance employment to formerly incarcerated individuals.

The shop announced its final day on Facebook—and more details on its next move will be revealed soon.

Three area teachers are honored as 2026 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Teacher Fellows, chosen from over 1,200 nominations statewide.

Mariah Bigelow, Natalie Anderson and Heather Stenslien each receive $6,000 with their schools matching the grant to support student learning.

Bhavana Depuru Guru leads Trane Technologies in a breakthrough for sustainable building.

She works to cut 1 million metric tons of carbon emissions by 2030 through energy-efficient systems for hospitals, schools, and data centers + her work earned three patents in six months.

City officials unveiled early plans for River Point Park today to update park facilities and boost community spaces (more details to follow).

The City opened its Yard Waste and Brush site Monday, March 30 at 10 a.m. at 2000 Marco Drive — delayed one week by a snowstorm.

Residents may purchase $25 seasonal permits online or at City Hall, and the site takes yard and food waste as well as brush.

La Crosse County Health is hosting a well water testing event at Town of Holland Town Hall on April 7 from 3:30+8 p.m. Residents can pick up sample bottles at the Health Department, Town Hall, or local libraries to test for nitrates, bacteria, arsenic and metals, with payment accepted.

Unwind Property Management has submitted plans for 73 townhomes at River Point Park — if the detailed plans are not approved within six months, the Redevelopment Authority may pursue alternate developers.

Today, UW-La Crosse football begins Michael Zweifel's first spring practice session from 6-7:30 p.m. as he takes over from former coach Matt Janus and the team prepares padded practices on April 4, 11, and 24 to build on a streak of playoff trips.

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.