Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of June.
Good morning, La Crosse.
The American Melody, a big tourist boat by American Cruise Lines, docks at Riverside Park on Sunday at 8 a.m. and will leave at 11 p.m. It is the only cruise ship stop this month with more visits planned later (next is July 2).
Concert pianist Andrey Gugnin performed with the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra earlier this year — his international competition wins continue to boost his local acclaim as a rising soloist.
Riverside Park hosted the annual Artspire event Saturday where more than 80 regional artists showcased woodworking, photography, jewelry, drawing, and glasswork with interactive features like an aluminum casting project and live music.
The board will review survey results on a proposed $33M northside indoor pool at tonight’s meeting in Central High School Room 232 + 52% of respondents support combining the Logan High School and closed northside pools for year-round use with the city and YMCA.
Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services say grant applications for the Rural Health Transformation Program are now open statewide, offering $40 million in funding for projects in care coordination, community health work + dental clinics.
Applicants must secure CMS approval before funds are released.
Firefighters returned to Station 3 after a $719,000 renovation modernized the building and replaced shared sleeping quarters with individual rooms.
Fire Chief Jeff Schott said the update marks the first significant improvement in nearly 60 years and will help support the department's staffing efforts.
Starting Monday, June 22, traffic signal work at the intersection of Mormon Coulee Road and Losey Boulevard will close lanes until Sept.
4 — northbound South Avenue between Green Bay Street and 7th Street South will be detoured and reopen on June 30.
La Crosse native Lauren Jarrett led Tennessee’s 4x100 relay team to set a school record at the Division I Outdoor Track Championships in Eugene, Oregon on June 13, finishing fifth and earning Second Team All-American honors in the 100 dash.
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.
Balkan Melodies: Introduction to Balkan Singing
10-11 a.m. — La Crosse Public Library — Registration encouraged — Explore the unique melodies of Balkan music in a fun and relaxed environment with an experienced instructor.
La Crosse Loggers Game Night
5:05-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — $16-$29 — Enjoy a night of baseball with food, drinks, and community fellowship.
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