Good morning, La Crosse.

Officials hosted a forum Monday morning to discuss a new life and workforce readiness center by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse—designed to offer career pathways for families.

The center has received $13 million in grants and will open in late June.

Protests continue outside the Ridglan Farms facility today as local demonstrators raise concerns about its operations + potential community impacts.

Organizers said more discussions are planned as the situation unfolds.

Residents gathered at Holmen Middle School last Saturday for a fundraiser benefiting Freedom Honor Flight.

The indoor event included American Legion presentations + a raffle and bags tournament nearby, raising over $19,000.

After last week’s hail storm damaged its clay-tile roof (estimated at $2 million), St. Bernard Catholic Church on Atwood Avenue will get a new roof.

Coulee Region RSVP announced a Mindful Monday event as part of National Volunteer Month to boost local volunteer efforts.

Organizers will share more details on timing and location soon.

Two college students from UWL & UW-Eau Claire rescued a tenant from a growing apartment fire on Saturday on Zeisler St by knocking on doors and breaking a window to pull him to safety.

Students rescued a local resident from a fire in La Crosse on Monday, Apr.

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Following Friday's tornado near Blair, Scott Melby returned Saturday morning to find downed trees + an overturned camper in his yard, and friends and family helped clear debris while Xcel Energy trucks worked to restore power.

Volunteers from local organizations (Rotary Club, Holmen High Rotary Interact, and Great Rivers United Way) installed a Born Learning Trail near Holmen last Saturday for children 5 and under to enjoy outdoor early learning, with painting to be completed later this week.

The La Crosse School Board is set to review a packed slate of proposals at its upcoming meeting, aiming to introduce changes that benefit students and families.

The La Crosse School Board named a new elementary school today to expand local education opportunities for families.

Officials said more details, including the school's location and construction timeline, will be announced soon.

Gov. Tony Evers spoke at Western Tech on Friday during a workshop for educators and counselors to promote apprenticeship programs in La Crosse, highlighting non-traditional fields like early childhood education and surgical tech (rare areas).

The event (a follow-up to his earlier visit) underscored student career preparation.

A local conservation group recently burned a prairie in a controlled burn to boost natural habitats and promote greener prairies — the event was featured on a local television segment.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.