Good Day
La Crosse
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse volunteers and firefighters installed free smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at the annual Sound the Alarm event today, providing essential home safety information to nearby residents. The team visited local neighborhoods to help prevent home fires. La Crosse Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health announced it will outsource its tech jobs and lay off more than 200 workers due to high labor and rising drug costs. The decision is set to impact local operations, and further details will follow. La Crosse Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local job seekers can review new employment listings posted by local employers in La Crosse today + these updated postings offer diverse career opportunities. La Crosse Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse opened a new 550-space ramp Thursday morning to ease a shortage as more than 500 students had been waitlisted for permits near key buildings — Arts Center, Centennial Hall and Morris Hall. The $27 million project finished $4 million under budget and features modern amenities. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lansing Bridge demolition continues today as underwater explosives are used to break a concrete pier and affect ferry service and river navigation. La Crosse Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UW Health signed a multi-year deal to serve as the official health care partner for the Green Bay Packers. The agreement will give UW Health a visible role at Lambeau Field and include community events like cancer awareness programs and health initiatives for kids and families. News8000
- ➤ A local conference for professionals working with opioid users took place at Viterbo University on Wednesday. Organized under 'Respond Together,' the event offered speakers, workshops, therapy techniques + networking to connect experts and share recovery strategies. WIZM
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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.
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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.
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First Fridays at the RAD
5-8 p.m. — Rivoli Arts District — Free entry — Explore over 20 artist studios and support local creativity in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Wisconsin Archery Alliance Field Archery Academy 2026
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Blackhawk Archers of La Crosse Wisconsin, Inc. — Lunch included — Learn field archery techniques from National Champion Rod Menzer in a scenic Wisconsin setting.
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NFAA First Field Shoot by Blackhawk Archers
12:00-1:00 p.m. — Blackhawk Archers of La Crosse Wisconsin, Inc. — Registration fees apply — Compete in a thrilling archery event with a shotgun start.
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30th Annual La Crosse Area Mayoral Prayer Breakfast
7:29-8:45am – The Radisson Center – Tickets required, $20 – This event brings the community together for a meaningful morning of honoring and praying for our local leaders, along with breakfast and a keynote speaker. Tickets are available only through April 30.
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