Good morning, La Crosse.

Residents are invited to the 104th Annual Memorial Day Observance Program on Monday, May 25 as the community honors veterans; live updates will air on News 8 (24/7 Live Stream) to keep everyone informed.

City officials announced a slightly changed route for the Memorial Day parade in La Crosse, scheduled for Memorial Day, as adjustments aim to ease crowd flow.

Parade organizers will provide more details soon.

La Crosse Fire Department held its awards ceremony Thursday to recognize milestones (badging four new firefighters, four promotions, probationary swearing-in, and Certificates of Valor) and honored 2025 Firefighter of the Year Jon Ghinazzi.

A community fridge at Gold Heart Tattoo Shop now provides free food to local families during summer break.

The resource accepts perishables & non-perishables and relies on donations as school lunches are not available.

La Crosse Central HS hosted a Memorial Day observance on May 22 to honor local veterans.

Community members gathered to share remembrances (with brief remarks and a moment of silence) at the school.

Allegiant Air launched new regular flights from Orlando Sanford International Airport to La Crosse on Thursday (the first flight carried 130 passengers at 90% capacity) and is offering fares as low as $50 one-way.

College students in La Crosse were honored on May 22 for their quick response during an apartment fire (their brave actions saved lives) as local officials recognized their heroic efforts.

Students at Southern Bluffs Elementary School learned outside with a new GROW garden today.

The school partnered with nonprofit GROW to offer hands-on, seed-to-table lessons that connect classroom learning with practical environmental and nutrition education.

Logan High School held its 98th commencement Friday evening at La Crosse Center with performances by the band and choir and speeches by graduates, while two new names were added to the Logan Wall of Fame (Lisa Adams and Terry Curtis).

On May 21, the men's track team finished fourth after Day 1 of the Division III National Championships at Veterans Field.

The team qualified four runners in the steeplechase and relay for finals on Day 2 (Friday) and is chasing a third consecutive outdoor title.

UW-L junior Madison Habberstad won the national pole vault title (she set a new school record with a 13-foot, 7¼-inch vault) at Veterans Field on May 21.

Her win moved the Eagles to first place after Day 1.

Penguin Project: The Jungle Book Kids

Various times — La Crosse Community Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the adventurous tale of Mowgli as he navigates the jungle alongside his animal friends.

2026 Summer Trades Academy in La Crosse

8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Western Technical College — Free admission — Explore hands-on activities and learn about careers in construction trades at this engaging academy for high school students.

Artspire 2026

10 AM – 5 PM — Riverside Park — Free entry — Celebrate community connection through diverse arts experiences, including performances and art activities.

Poolside Storytime at Erickson Pool

1-3 p.m. — Erickson Pool — Free entry with library card — Dive into games, activities, and stories for all ages at the poolside.

Blackhawk Archers June NFAA Field/Hunter Shoot

9:00 AM — Blackhawk Archers of La Crosse Wisconsin, Inc. — Registration required — Compete in the club championship and enjoy The Pie Shoot.

Waterloo Bucks vs. La Crosse Loggers

5:05-8:00 p.m. — La Crosse Loggers Baseball — Free — Enjoy a night of baseball at the beloved Lumber Yard field.