Good Day
La Crosse
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, firefighters rescued ducklings from a storm drain after community members reported their distressed mother. The incident is part of the official duckling rescue season in La Crosse (highlighting local care). News8000
- ➤ At its Derby Party on May 2, the La Crosse Club donated $6,200 to help fund St. Clare Health Mission’s healthcare services for underinsured + underserved residents. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse Area Heritage Center unveiled the 'Drink in the Design' exhibit on Wednesday, showcasing local brewery advertising artifacts donated by community members. The exhibit featuring items from Heileman, Gund and Michel breweries runs through Oct. 24 at 506 Main Street. News8000
- ➤ Paddles and Premieres will take place this weekend in La Crosse, starting Friday at 4 p.m. at Pettibone Lagoon and continuing at Goose Island and Lake Neshonoc in West Salem. A Paddling Film Festival airs at the Rivoli Theater on Saturday at 5 p.m. WIZM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Allegiant Air launched service from La Crosse to Orlando just before Memorial Day and plans to add flights to Punta Gorda in October. Airport activity increased last year — with more parking and 43,000 passengers, the highest total since Delta Airlines ended service. WIZM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local employers have announced summer job opportunities for teens — details on the application process will be shared by community organizations soon. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials will hold a vote on the future of the North Side Library building later this week — community input will shape whether it is repurposed or renovated. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The county health department resumed weekly e-coli testing at eight beaches this week & all samples proved safe for swimming. Recorded values ranged from below 10 to 70, so local officials reported no need for beach closures. WIZM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans from the Coulee Region will join the 29th annual Explore La Crosse Day with the Brewers on June 18 at American Family Field — the event features a tailgate, raffles with signed memorabilia and live music by Corey Wise, and tickets cost $110 for adults and $50 for children. WIZM
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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.
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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.
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~ Winston Churchill
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