Good Day
La Crosse
Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 10, 2025, volunteers brought food and personal care item donations to the La Crosse Post Office for the Stamp Out Hunger drive where items were weighed and sorted. Shelly Fortner from the Hunger Task Force said the donations will help local pantries meet a 30 percent increase in demand as summer nears. WIZM
- ➤ UWL students are donating usable items for community needs through the Reduce, Reuse, Reimagine program as donation spots are set up on campus through Thursday. The program aims to reduce waste and help local groups like Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army, and the Exchange Furniture Bank distribute these items — easing cost pressures for many families. WEAU
- ➤ The 32nd annual River Clean Up on Saturday brought 430 volunteers to four sites along the river—where they picked up barrels, tires and dumpsters filled with carpet, mattresses and metal—and volunteers also helped clean up local businesses on Friday before ending their day with a hot dog lunch at Copeland Park. Over 32 years the effort has nearly removed one million pounds of trash from the waterways. WIZM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Monday morning near Black River Falls in Jackson County where one person was transported to the hospital, and the Wisconsin Department of Criminal Investigation has taken control of the investigation—further details have not been released. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A cappella group Straight No Chaser will perform at the Viterbo Fine Arts Center on July 30th — their tour features 90s classics like Lisa Loeb’s 'Stay (I Missed You)' and Santana’s 'Maria Maria' — drawing local fans excited for the throwback show. WIProud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse County Board will vote on Thursday night on a resolution asking the Wisconsin DOT to drop plans to close two north-side rail crossings near the Amtrak depot because city council leaders already opposed the plan due to potential traffic problems. County officials call the proposed closure detrimental to public safety. WIZM
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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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Pearl Street Brew Run 5k
1:30-5:30 p.m. — Pearl Street Brewery — Registration required — Race through the streets of La Crosse while enjoying the festive atmosphere of beer and community.
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FLC Worship and Synod Picnic
10-11 a.m. — Riverside Park — Free-will donation — Celebrate Sunday morning with worship and a community picnic at Riverside Park.
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Kids' Culinary Academy: Midwest Cuisine
8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Whitney Center — Registration required — Kids can explore the flavors of the Midwest with expert chefs at this culinary academy.
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