Good morning, La Crosse.

The Viking Mississippi will dock in La Crosse at 9:30 a.m. on July 3 — part of Riverfest — and remain until 5 p.m., then return on July 7.

Viking also will have 10 stops planned this season with nearly two dozen visits by four riverboats until the final stop on October 19.

On Saturday afternoon, the iconic Budweiser Clydesdales passed by crowds on 2nd and Front streets in La Crosse as part of the Big River Rally at the southside Oktoberfest Grounds.

Jared Rickert from S&S Distributing said more people than expected came to see them—his truck promoted Folds of Honor, which has raised over $33 million for scholarships.

Crews began setting up Riverfest at Riverside Park on June 29 + they plan to continue work through the weekend in preparation for the festival.

Police arrested a suspect armed with a machete after a fight broke out in a local park—investigators are reviewing security footage to determine the incident’s cause.

Governor Tony Evers met with La Crosse childcare providers and parents on June 25 to discuss the urgent need for state funding as local centers closed and fees rose—and he said he would work to secure more money in the final budget while experts warn that without support, essential programs may fail.

Sen. Baldwin warned that the GOP budget plan will cut Medicaid for over 250,000 people—about the combined number of residents from Green Bay, La Crosse, Waukesha and Wausau—and reduce health care for 16 million and food aid for 3.2 million Americans.

She urged local voters during an online program and on La Crosse Talk to speak out against the cuts.

Equestrians showed off their skills at the Wisconsin Open Horse Show Association’s two-day Buckle Series event in West Salem last weekend—riders from under 13 to over 40 competed in showmanship contests and officials said the meet focused on fun; the association will host its next open horse show in Elkhorn during Labor Day weekend.

The La Crosse roller derby team practices at La Crescent Ice Arena and builds lasting friendships—its sport is noted for safety and strong community bonds.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Expressive Dance Workshop

9-11 a.m. — Black River Beach Neighborhood Center — $15 per session — Release stress and move your body in a free-form dance experience for adults.

La Crosse Steam vs. Minot Honeybees

5:05-6:35 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup as the La Crosse Steam take on the Minot Honeybees.

La Crosse Loggers vs. Rochester Honkers

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling matchup between local baseball rivals in La Crosse.

La Crosse Loggers vs. Duluth Huskies

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket info available — Watch the La Crosse Loggers take on the Duluth Huskies in this thrilling baseball matchup.

Music Fest with Amadans

3-4 p.m. — Burns Park, La Crosse, WI — Free entry — Enjoy a lively morning of Irish music, dancing, and crafts for all ages.

La Crosse Loggers vs. Duluth Huskies

6:35-8:05 PM — Copeland Park — Ticketed event — Catch the action as the La Crosse Loggers take on the Duluth Huskies in an exciting summer baseball matchup.