Sunday, July 6th, 2025

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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business news shows that Matt Heeter and Brian Meyer opened Aquatic and Exotic Pets in Onalaska next to Mini Boba and Deli to offer fish, reptiles, and supplies, while Mark and Amanda Christianson plan to close their Collecting Threads quilt shop at 2404 State Road by the end of July due to health issues. The business consulting firm TLC moved to Suite 306 at 421 Main St. and White Buffalo Thriftery closed its Main St. storefront—shifting to online sales as announced in June. La Crosse Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Saturday, a crash on I-90 led to the arrest of 33-year-old Michael Mclamb from Tomah on suspicion of an OWI-5th offense — Wisconsin State Patrol reported he showed signs of impairment. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Singers from the Coulee Region auditioned for weeks and eight finalists competed in the Riverfest Idol final on Saturday. The winners received prizes—$1,000 for first place, $500 for second and $250 for third. News8000
- ➤ Local singers competed in the Riverfest Idol contest on July 5th—showcasing their talent during the community's annual Riverfest in La Crosse. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse Public Library hosted a Qigong session on Saturday that featured gentle exercises to improve joint mobility, balance, and posture (the practice is similar to tai-chi). The library will host another session on August 2. News8000
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Director Eddie Zelhofer explained the 41st Waupaca Boatride Volleyball Tournament started in 1984 in Waupaca, moved to Wisconsin Dells and now will take place in Oshkosh, with 3,200 teams, 360 nets and around 80,000 players and spectators plus $80,000 in cash prizes at Brighton Acres this year. The tournament has grown from a modest doubles contest into a five-day event that now includes an AVP Tour stop. WIZM
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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La Crosse Steam vs. Wausau Ignite Softball Game
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket purchases support a charitable cause — Enjoy a thrilling softball match while contributing to a great initiative.
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Live Music with Taylor James Donskey & Esther B. Saw
7-10 p.m. — Another Green World — $10 cash, BYOB — Enjoy an evening of music in a cozy plant shop atmosphere.
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Yoga for Dancers
4-5:30 p.m. — I&E Dance Studio — Free entry — Engage in a yoga practice followed by an open dialogue on body image for women.
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