Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
Good morning, La Crosse.
Couleecap will host a fundraiser at La Crosse Club to support local community projects and will share more event details soon.
Riverfest ended Saturday night as volunteers cleared Riverside Park on Sunday morning by moving tents, tables, and trailers — picnic tables are ready for removal.
Riverfest president DJ Olbrys said next year's festival will run from Wednesday, July 1, 2026 through Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Special Olympics athletes enjoyed a free fishing event Monday evening at Chad Erickson Memorial Park, marking over 30 years of the club's community tradition.
The club will hold additional sessions on July 21, August 4, August 18, and September 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with free registration required by the Friday before each event.
Moon Tunes and Rotary Lights will team up for a food drive at Riverside Park on Thursday, July 10 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.—the event will feature the Smokin’ Bandits and Matt Mahlum Band and benefit the Hunger Task Force with local Rotary Clubs matching donations.
Jacob Klaver, the Winona man charged with first-degree homicide for the death of Josh Pigney at a Holmen residence in late June, was ordered to post a $1 million cash bond for release from the La Crosse County jail after receiving emergency care at Gundersen — his next court hearing is scheduled for July 16.
On July 7, a group of musicians set the record for the largest string orchestra in La Crosse — the event marked a new milestone in local music history.
The state budget signed last week by Governor Evers included $194 million in funding for the Prairie Springs II science building at UW-La Crosse.
Representative Jill Billings said local employers such as Emplify by Gundersen, Mayo Clinic Health System and Kwik Trip supported the effort, with demolition of Cowley Hall scheduled before construction begins next spring and work expected to finish by late 2028.
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.
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.
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.
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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