Good morning, La Crosse.

The City of Onalaska held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the $2.5 million Dash Park expansion, which includes a new public restroom and splash pad open (10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily until Labor Day).

This improvement brings enhanced amenities to the local park.

In 2025, La Crosse County tourism generated $530 million and broke the previous record of $519 million by $11 million, with events such as Oktoberfest, Irishfest, and the state track championship drawing thousands of visitors.

The La Crosse Public Library launched its Outdoor Storytime series at Fire Station No. 4 on Tuesday morning and will host free 30-minute sessions every Tuesday in June and July, offering stories, songs + interactive activities for all ages + a chance for families to connect on the northside.

The Wisconsin Lottery Winner Wagon will visit the Kwik Trip on Ward Avenue today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help locals claim winning tickets with prizes up to $200,000 paid by check.

The board of public works approved buying a new heater for Erickson pool on Monday so the pool stays open if water temperatures drop below 65°F; the upgrade cost (about $30,000) comes from an existing park department account and installation may take up to three weeks.

Iowa and Wisconsin transportation officials postponed installation of the new Mississippi River bridge center span to Friday, June 12 because of weather — the free car ferry will close that day with river traffic limits and drivers are advised to take alternate routes near La Crescent and La Crosse.

Downtown's Pearl Street Hotel and Suites will be renamed The Levy House as it undergoes a renovation with a new awning, patio and updated interiors.

Plans approved by the design review committee set the property to operate as a boutique hotel affiliated with Marriott Tribute Hotel brand next year.

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.

Riverfest: Music Extravaganza with Mitchell Tenpenny and More

10:30 PM — Riverside Park — 4 Day Pass available — Experience an epic lineup with Mitchell Tenpenny and local favorites Boogie and The Yo-Yoz & The Glam Band The Remainders.

DCI: Drum Corps International

10:30 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant performances of top drum corps from across the nation.

La Crosse Steam vs. Mankato Habaneros

5:05-9:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets from $38 — Catch an exciting baseball showdown between La Crosse and Mankato Habaneros.