Good Day
La Crosse
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans from the Coulee Region flew from La Crosse to Washington, D.C. on Saturday on the 32nd Freedom Honor Flight — 101 veterans and their guardians joined the send-off featuring music and a brief ceremony before boarding their flight. WIZM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Local customers say that an appliance repair business in La Crosse overcharged for parts and failed to finish repairs—leaving many with broken appliances while its owner faces a bench warrant for alleged check fraud. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Viterbo University, dance students perform their spring dance while fellow students design costumes—News 8 Now Chief Photographer Chuck Oedsma captured the process for Sunday's Eyepiece—emphasizing local creativity. News8000
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alice in Dairyland with Halei Heinzel explained that local dairy farms use crop rotations and work with nutrition experts to keep their soil healthy during Earth Month — and she urged people to choose products with the Proudly Wisconsin Dairy label to support local farming. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 6th Street in La Crosse closed for nearly four months starting Monday as state crews began a reconstruction that included utility work, new bike lanes, and extra lighting along the corridor between Cass Street and State Street, with work expected to finish on August 29. News8000
- ➤ Yesterday on La Crosse Talk, Rep. Tara Johnson recapped budget listening sessions, discussed money in politics, and said she will host monthly town halls in District 96 after the budget is finished. She also addressed the slow start of the legislative session while focusing on state efforts to tackle homelessness & improve representative diversity in the Assembly. WIZM
- ➤ The La Crosse School Board held a special meeting Monday night to elect a new president and swear in three new members after a storm postponed last week’s meeting—while the county board discussed its climate action plan and the future of county farmland after delaying a potential sale last month. WIZM
- ➤ Starting today, County Highway YY is closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. each weekday for culvert replacement along the road through Barre and Greenfield. The project will continue through May 13—weather permitting as work relies on completing power line upgrades. WIProud
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3rd Annual Parkinson’s Walk
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Myrick Park Shelter — Free entry — Raise awareness for Parkinson’s Disease while enjoying live music and community activities.
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Grounded Onalaska Grand Opening
Join the La Crosse Area Family YMCA in welcoming Grounded Onalaska to the R.W. Houser Branch at 400 Mason Street in Onalaska. Grounded coffee and refreshments will be served, and ALL are welcome to attend, with no membership necessary.
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North Central Propane Convention & Trade Show
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — La Crosse Center — $165 one day, $250 full pass — Showcase your company at a premier trade show with networking and fun activities.
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High Point Road Live at Moxie's
7-10 p.m. — Moxie's — Free entry — Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with an evening of music at the Tiki Bar.
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SOUP On The Waterfront
5-7:30 p.m. — The Cargill Room — Check the event page for tickets — A grand celebration of community and creativity by the Mississippi River.
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Mental Health Awareness Community Celebration
This event recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month — a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging community-wide action for mental well-being. This fun community event will feature Mayoral and County Proclamations, remarks from honored speakers, and a one-mile community walk through downtown.
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Live Music with Don Harvey
8-11 p.m. — N14756 Delaney Rd — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of acoustic rock and old country music with award-winning songwriter Don Harvey.
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Eau Claire Express
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets required — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup between local rivals.
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Rush WI West tryouts invite young athletes to grow their game and character
Known for its player-centered approach, professional coaching, and focus on confidence, teamwork, and growth, Rush WI West soccer club is now accepting registrations for 2025–2026 team tryouts. Registration is open through May 30 to players ages 7 to 18; tryouts begin June 2.
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