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La Crosse
Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lloyd is a 5-year-old pit bull/terrier mix who is current on vaccinations, heartworm tested and microchipped, and is now available for adoption at the Coulee Region Humane Society in Onalaska—staff say he is gentle, loves treats and car rides, and bonds well with families and other dogs. WIProud
- ➤ American Cruise Lines' American Melody came into Riverside Park on Sunday for its first cruise of 2025 and stayed for most of the day; it will not return until Labor Day weekend. Riverboat companies plan 22 stops along the river through October — the next boat, Viking Mississippi, is scheduled to visit on July 3 during Riverfest. WIZM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WI Proud’s Artist of Month program welcomes La Crosse Community Theatre as its new sponsor today; the partnership builds on LCT’s tradition since 1963+ it is set to further support local talent in the Coulee Region. WIProud
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Monday night's meeting, the La Crosse school board learned that city officials voted to vacate the 1800 block of Winnebago Street next to the Hogan Administrative building so a new elementary school can be built in the next two years. Superintendent Aaron Engel said staff will move out in October—demolition will follow soon, with groundbreaking next spring and classes set to begin fall. WIZM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Tony Evers visited La Crosse Monday to tour the Collective on 4th, a $16 million housing development with 62 mixed income units—he said he hopes to see more projects like this across the state. Earlier Monday he also visited Hayward to tour a 40 unit low income housing project that will serve local workers and include classroom space for manufacturing training. News8000
- ➤ On Monday, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul joined 54 other attorneys general in a proposed $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family — a deal aimed at addressing their alleged role in worsening the opioid crisis — which will bring up to $80.1 million to local governments over 15 years. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ According to the CDC, drowning takes an average of 11 lives each day and can occur in just 30 seconds. News 8 Now This Morning’s Alexandra Carter and Jay Lindahl explained simple ways to spot the danger—often called the silent killer—so families can act quickly to prevent drownings. News8000
- ➤ Monday, the Dahl Family YMCA hosted a free brain health event that gave community members practical tips on food, movement, and mindfulness. The program featured a keynote speech from a neuropsychologist (with a cooking demonstration) and offered brain-healthy mocktails (as part of free registration). News8000
SHOP NEWS
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La Crosse Steam vs. Mankato Habaneros
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Cost varies — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup in the heart of La Crosse.
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24th Annual La Crosse Open
2-6 p.m. — Pettibone Park — Registration fees support local programs — Experience exciting logrolling competitions featuring athletes of all ages.
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Swim Neshonoc Open Water Event
8-10:30 a.m. — Swarthout Park — Entry fees apply — Swim across the beautiful Lake Neshonoc in distances of 1.2 or 2.4 miles.
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Eau Claire Express
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a thrilling baseball match featuring local teams.
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Eau Claire Express
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets available — Catch the exciting baseball action as the Loggers face off against the Express.
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La Crosse Steam vs. Wausau Ignite
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting evening of baseball as the La Crosse Steam take on the Wausau Ignite.
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La Crosse Steam vs. Minot Honeybees
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting baseball clash between local favorites and the visiting Honeybees.
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Thunder Bay Border Cats
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket info available — Cheer on the La Crosse Loggers as they battle the Thunder Bay Border Cats in this exciting baseball match.
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DCI: Drum Corps International
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling performances of top drum corps at this exciting event.
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Thunder Bay Border Cats
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup as the Loggers take on the Border Cats.
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